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The work he’s done for Alien and Star Wars is most important here, because now the same company owns the rights for those franchises: Disney. (In case you missed it, Disney acquired 20th Century Fox about a year ago.) According to Foster in an open letter published on the Science Fiction Writers of America Website, Disney has continued to sell the books he wrote for Lucasfilm and Fox, but they are refusing to pay him the royalties he is owed from the sales of these books or even generate royalty statements for him....

There are many things to appreciate about Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time books. Readers love the epic nature of this story, the intricate world-building, the links to mythology and religion, the well thought out magic system, the large cast of characters, and so much more. Here are ten epic fantasy books like Wheel of Time that you might enjoy for similar reasons. The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson Author Brandon Sanderson completed the Wheel of Time series after the unfortunate death of original author Robert Jordan....

YA Books Like Circe Antigoddess by Kendare Blake What happens when “immortal” gods face the end? Athena and Hermes are cursed with a life-ending illness and search the world for a cure. Turns out enemy goddesses are picking off one another’s rivals, unleashing a Goddess War that could hinge on a gifted prophet, Cassandra.. This thrilling novel is the action-packed opening in a feminist Classical mythology retelling trilogy by Kendare Blake (Three Dark Crowns, Anna Dressed in Blood, etc....

My favorite autumn tradition is going to the grocery store on November 1, buying up the clearance candy, and coming home to read for hours. What’s on your reading list this autumn? For more eerie books, try this list of eerie literary fiction books. Check out our horror archives or spooky reads archives or more book recs with thrills and chills. 

In fact, that’s what I probably like the most about YA books as a whole. There’s just so much room to experiment. Kid lit has a lot of freedom there, crossing genres and toying with where to be placed on the bookshelf, and goodness, do I adore it. And let me tell you, this year really showcased that in a major way. From novels about teens with clocks for hearts to stories of undersea cities, there was a lot to love in 2019....

Happily This Christmas is the heartfelt story of two neighbors in Happily Inc who become close friends, supporting one another through the ups and downs of single parenthood at Christmas. The holidays for me mean family, lots of food, gifts, games, and laughter. Most of the time I only spend it with my dad and mom but when the whole family gets together, it’s chaos. The good kind of chaos....

The thing that’s amazing about this show is that it is bonkers over the top. In the first episode the heroine gets caught paragliding in a tornado, escapes being shot at and running unharmed through minefields. The hero steps on a landmine and makes it out unscathed. Then, of course, the heroine winds up right outside his front door after he’s spent the entirety of the first episode searching the woods and the demilitarized zone for her....

The following ten independent bookstores are all located in the midwest and all offer U.S. shipping. The midwest has been hit particularly hard with COVID, and that pain trickles down to local bookstores. Give them a little love this season to ensure they can continue to serve their communities, including the country-wide reading community, through and beyond the pandemic. Can’t purchase anything right now? Note that most of these bookstores also have online book clubs for a wide range of reading interests....

You can pick up this Cat Tales puzzle in a number of sizes and difficulty levels. Beginning at $27. The ideal bookshelf puzzle is one of my favorites, and as of this writing, in stock for $17. This looks a lot like my bookshelf setup. $14 and up, with different challenge levels and sizes. Absolutely here for this 500 piece reading unicorn puzzle. $14. Love, love, love this puzzle featuring a Black boy selecting his next favorite read....

From the award-winning author of If I Was Your Girl, Meredith Russo, comes a heart-wrenching and universal story of identity, first love, and fate. Six years of birthdays reveal Eric and Morgan’s destiny as they come together, drift apart, fall in love, and discover who they’re meant to be—and if they’re meant to be together. We’re a sucker for a love story. All love stories, especially the ones we usually don’t get to hear about....

Even if you haven’t read a classic of this genre, you may still know the set-up from playing Clue: a group of people—sometimes strangers, sometimes friends—finds themselves cut off from the outside world. A body is discovered, and the others must figure out whodunit before they themselves become the next victim. Here are 12 recent takes on the classic set-up, sure to delight both die-hard fans and newcomers to locked room mysteries:...

Mr. Tumnus’ House, inspired by the beloved character from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, combines sounds which include a crackling fire, a Narnia lullaby, and the soft hooting of an owl. There is also an occasional tea kettle whistle that almost made me jump up and walk to the stove because I didn’t expect it. via GIPHY In Rivendell evokes the Elvish home mentioned in Tolkien’s works, starting with The Hobbit....

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Books like Louis Sacher’s Holes have been staples in the world of middle school read-alouds, but for today’s kids, much as the story is still inspiring and engaging, there are elements of today’s world that simply do not exist in that story. It doesn’t mean the story isn’t worth sharing but rather, there should be new books to supplement classics like that, featuring kids who utilize and engage with today’s technology, access to knowledge, and, of course, need to be more inclusive....

Mugs with Books and Cats Sip your favorite beverage in this adorable mug. $8. The introvert’s beatbox: Books ‘n cats ‘n books ‘n cats. $15 and up. Books and cats are where it’s at. Display the truth on this cute mug. $17 and up. Personalize this mug for the cool cat in your life. $16 and up. Personalize this mug with your name to make it extra special! $17 and up....

Best Books for Teachers: Memoirs Best Books for Teachers: Fiction Best Books for Teachers: Education as Social Justice Best Books for Teachers for Strategies Best Books for Teachers When They Need A Laugh Hey, teachers, when you’re done grading papers and you’ve taken a well-deserved few days of not reading anything, these books are waiting to inspire you. You can find more of the best books for educators with best-selling authors who used to be educators and accessories for virtual teaching....

Best Classic Fantasy Manga Sailor Moon This anime was part of my childhood. Middle school student Usagi finds out she’s a chosen warrior of justice, who rallies her friends to fight evil. Also she hates the death and dying, but matures so as to cope with it and accept her new responsibilities. While the original anime is fun and never lost sight of how Usagi was a kid, the manga takes a more somber approach to how Usagi has to mature, and become the warrior queen that will one day make evil tremble....

A bit of magic, a sprinkling of adventure, and a whole lot of heart collide in this extraordinary story of a girl navigating the foster care system in search of where she belongs. Red has power over the wind. Whenever she gets upset the wind picks up, and moving from family to family keeps her skies stormy. Red’s newest family, the Grooves, fit like a puzzle piece into her heart....

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These Christian fiction authors are roughly ranked by their fame, notoriety, and the impact they have had on both the Christian and literary world. C.S. Lewis C.S. Lewis may be known for his essays and apologetic texts but he is also one of the most prolific Christian fiction authors. His work encompasses science fiction, fantasy, and literary fiction. However, he is best known for his children’s fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia....