Abstract
The Meaning of Magic is a YA fantasy novel set in a world where magic flows in the air. Mori Lotus, is running an Inn looking for, Rose Mento, who disappeared. The Inn is taken north with adventures along the way that allow Mori and the other guests to bond. Then it is discovered that Rose is a lich and Mori goes to Goldleaf, where the antagonist, Remus, is making liches. The two fight, and Mori wins. Mori’s journey is finding out the burnout has stunted her magic/creativity and also interacting with the world to heal her mind and soul.