She was tasked with guarding the doorway to the Otherworld, keeping the balance of nature (as much as anyone could in these modern times), and occasionally, helping a worthy seeker.

~ Deborah Blake

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He spoke! Ivan said, eyes wide. The dog talked! Oh my god. An ancient witch you can believe in, but not a talking dragon that looks like a dog? Chudo-Yudo said, sounding slightly piqued. Hmph. Young people today have such limited imaginations.

~ Deborah Blake

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You're the Baba Yaga? He gazed at her in disbelief. But the Baba Yaga is an ugly old crone, and you're, you're... not!

~ Deborah Blake

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Something tells me this isn't going to end well for everyone involved. Someone may get turned into a frog yet. And that was the good news.

~ Deborah Blake

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He strolled over to the refrigerator, opened the door with one paw, and delicately picked up a beer between his teeth. He waited until clothes had stopped arcing through the air and hand it to Barbara.

~ Deborah Blake

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