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The Fantastic World of Fantasy Literature
Most of the time, you’re likely to catch me reading a biography of some military or political figure, or an adventurous piece of historical fiction. But if I’m not reading something history-related,...
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Where it All Began: Origin Stories
Sequels and prequels have always been popular in both the book world and Hollywood. C. S. Lewis’s The Magician’s Nephew was published after The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, but the events in the...
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Tricksy Little Hobbitses
How do you know if you are a big fan of Tolkien’s epic Lord of the Rings series or The Hobbit in 2012? Easy. It’s Thursday, December 13, 10:30 p.m. in New York City and you are standing in line outside...
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The Scorpio Races: Why You Need to Race to Get the Paperback
It’s probably safe to say that Maggie Stiefvater’s The Scorpio Races was one of our favorite books in the last couple years. When it came out, we had a lot of Maggie on the blog: a Facebook chat, a...
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Discover a Series This Summer: Guardians of Ga’Hoole
Over the next few months, as they enjoy their freedom from tests and homework, kids will have a lot to keep them busy. But in between trips and backyard adventures, the long, hot hours of summer are a...
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When I think of dragons in pop culture, there are a few that come to mind almost immediately. Puff the Magic Dragon from the Peter, Paul and Mary song. The Reluctant Dragon from Kenneth Graeme’s story....
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You’ve probably seen David Baldacci’s name before—it’s hard to miss this #1 New York Times bestselling author in the bookstore! From his first political thriller, Absolute Power, to the Camel Club...
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David Baldacci may be the bestselling author who wrote The Finisher, an awesome new fantasy adventure, but did you know that he’s also a waterskiing expert? Can you guess what horror movie tribute he...
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Happy Take a Walk in the Park Day!
Yesterday was Take a Walk in the Park Day, so I celebrated by taking a stroll through one of my favorites: Prospect Park in Brooklyn, NY. Nothing too extraordinary happened; I didn’t meet any goblins...
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