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A Tale of Magic...
A Tale of Magic... | Chris Colfer
A new series set in the Land of Stories universe from the #1 New York Times bestselling author, Chris Colfer, perfect for new and old fans! Fourteen-year-old Brystal Evergreen has always known she was destined for great things--that is, if she can survive the oppressive Southern Kingdom. Her only escape are books, but since it's illegal for women to read in her country, she has to find creative ways of acquiring them. Working as a maid at her local library gives her the perfect excuse to be near them and allows her to sneak a few titles home when no one is looking. But one day Brystal uncovers a secret section of the library and finds a book about magic that changes her life forever. Magic is despised and outlawed throughout the world--Brystal is well aware of the severe consequences the book may bring--but her curiosity gets the best of her. By reading some of the text aloud, strange phenomena begin to occur and Brystal discovers she is capable of magic! And the more she practices it, the harder it becomes to hide. After being caught and convicted, Brystal is saved by a mysterious woman named Madame Weatherberry. The woman takes Brystal to her Academy of Magic and teaches her to become a fairy. While Brystal studies magic and befriends the other students, Madame Weatherberry is suddenly called away on suspicious matters. When she doesn't return, Brystal and her friends work together to find and save their instructor. Along the way, the students discover Madame Weatherberry's true intentions for the academy are not what they seem, and they come face to face with a sinister plot that puts the fate of the world, and the fate of magic itself, in grave danger...
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bookishbitch
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When I saw these in a bookstore recently I just had to have them. The circle is a cut out and the cover underneath is different and fabulous. I've been a fan of his since his glee days and have heard good things about his writing. I look forward to reading this series.

Beatlefan129 Beautiful 🤩 3y
DogMomIrene Pretty! Love how it‘s got the cutout too. 3y
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kissmehardy
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None of the metaphors in this book are subtle, but honestly, I think that's why kids (and I) love them so much. #childrensfantasy

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Kboltz
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Land of Stories was a good series and this is book one of the new series. Brystal lives in the Southern Kingdom that has banished any magical creature to the in-between, girls are not allowed to read and they go to school just to learn to be mothers and wives. This story contains a magic school and 5 students who try to turn their world into a nicer world for all to live in. Think this series is best for upper middle grades.

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Kiana24
A Tale of Magic... | Chris Colfer

11/16 - 11/20
The author in this story uses very descriptive words like glimmering, trees so thick you can barely see, etc. I visualized what it was like to live in the four kingdoms of Magic. Especially what it was like for King Champion when all of his servants disappeared and Mme Weadlerberry showed up with 2 students that she had taken care of. I could picture and imagine King Champions shock because if that happened to me I would be spooked

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Kiana24
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10/26 - 10/30
Well considering the fact that their is magic involved no.I don't think that these events will happen in real life.Considering the fact that I've only read the prologue and one chapter and based off the books title. This story is about magic that flows within you and everyone has a piece of them that is special but I don't think anyone can just convoquer up a unicorn carriage out of nowhere.I can tell by the choice of words he uses.

Kiana24 This is a FIction book 4y
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Branwen
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"Why would the Lord create magic if he hates it so much? It's a little counterproductive, don't you think?"

This book uses a story about magic and magic users to explain how corrupt governments and religions oppress the LGBTQ community and I am HERE FOR IT! ?? It's actually amazing and took my breath away from page one. I wish it had been in my life when I was an early teen. This is a story of hope and uprising that I really needed.

DaveGreen7777 Love that quote! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 4y
Branwen @DaveGreen7777 ME TOO! 💖 4y
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Emily92Bibliophile
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I was thrilled to see Colfer created another series to tie in with the marvelous and magical world he created with The Land Of Stories. I don‘t want to spoil anything, but all I will say that we NEEDED the origin story of the magical community and we got it! With his sassy wit, his humor, and both new and old characters, you are in for a treat with this first installment of Colfer‘s new series.

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Emily92Bibliophile
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It‘s been a good month of reading !

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Branwen
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I'm not working tomorrow so I have all weekend to read with my fur babies! 😍📚💕 As you can see, Roxas is also very excited about our weekend plans! 😹 Happy Friday, littens! #catsoflitsy #littenkitten #roxas

Catsandbooks What a cutie🐱 Have a lovely weekend reading! 😊 4y
Branwen @Catsandbooks Thank you so much, friend! You too! 😀💕📚 4y
Catsandbooks @Branwen Thanks 🥰 4y
Leftcoastzen The best!📚😻 4y
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Branwen
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I am pretty much obsessed with this gorgeous cover! 😍📚💕 Chaplin thinks it is interesting too! 😸 #catsoflitsy #littenkitten #chaplin

Libby1 ❤️Chaplin❤️ 4y
sharread Cats and books 😻😻💔💕💞 4y
Meaw_catlady 😻😻😻😻 4y
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Princess.ofthe.pages
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As an educator, middle grade books have a soft spot in my heart. This book is a wonderful and magical story full of hidden messages that will educate young readers! The allegories toward the LGBT community and acceptance of yourself will not be missed.
Challenges: #booked2020 Millenial Author, #popsugarreadingchallenge2020 : book with a map #FlourishandBlottschallenge2020 written by someone you respect

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alisiakae
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My turkey baby is 12 today! 🎉🎂🎈

Grandparents loaded her up with Barnes & Noble gift cards, so I don‘t feel terrible for only getting her one book this year (the tagged book), when she asked for...well, she‘s my daughter, so let‘s just say it‘s quite a few! 🤣

Crazeedi Happy birthday to your special girl! 5y
Megabooks Happy birthday to her!! 🥳🥳🎉🎉 5y
erzascarletbookgasm 🎉🎂👏 5y
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julesG Happy Birthday to your daughter! 🎉🎂🎈🍫📚🎉 5y
Leftcoastzen Awww! Hope she has a wonderful birthday!🎂 5y
Caroline2 Ahhh, how cute. I hope she has a lovely birthday. 🎂🥳 5y
mrp27 💕🎉📚🎂 5y
LibrarianRyan ahhhhhh. HB to her! 5y
ljuliel 🎂 🎈 🎉 🎁 5y
youneverarrived Happy Birthday to her 🥳🥳 5y
LeahBergen Aww! Happy Birthday to her! 💕💕 5y
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BookBelle84
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Taking off the beautiful book jacket and I get this stunning hardcover. The picture doesn't do it justice. #beautifulcovers

Susanita Wow. 5y
Cinfhen Oh WOW❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️ 5y
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LibrarianRyan
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Return to the Land of Stories with this new spin off series. I love the colors, it just screams magic from the book stands.

Out Oct 1
#CoverLove
#MGedition

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LibrarianRyan
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What comes after the Land of Stories? See for yourself.

Out October

#CoverLove #KidsEdition

JodiY Thank you! My daughters and I LOVED Land of Stories and are gong through withdrawal. 5y
LibrarianRyan @JodiY I have heard the series is great. She should also try the Sisters Grimm. Great series. 5y
BooknerdsLife @LibrarianRyan @JodiY My daughter also loved the Sisters Grimm series when she was younger too 👍🏼❤️ 5y
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BooknerdsLife Oh is this a new series? 5y
JodiY Thanks, @LibrarianRyan and @BooknerdsLife we'll have to check out Sisters Grimm too! 5y
LibrarianRyan @BooknerdsLife yes. A spin off series. 5y
BooknerdsLife @JodiY you‘re welcome 😊 Hope your daughters will enjoy it too 🤗 5y
BooknerdsLife @LibrarianRyan Awww I see 😊 That‘s lovely💖 It might sounds bad, but I was surprised how good a writer he is! 5y
LibrarianRyan @BooknerdsLife I get it. Very few actors write good kids books. So far on my list are Jamie Lee Curtis, John Lithgow, Chris Culfer, and believe it or not. Henry Winkler. 5y
BooknerdsLife @LibrarianRyan That is so true!!! Wait! Henry Winkler write kids book?? 😱 I did not know that! Need to go check with my library 😆 5y
LibrarianRyan @BooknerdsLife yes. The tagged series. I can not remember if there are more books then that series, but they are fun. 5y
BooknerdsLife @LibrarianRyan Awww Thank you for the tag 🤗💕 Dint think I‘ve seen this series around here 🤔 5y
LiljaPleasant Still have to read The Land of Stories... Loved the first book! 5y
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LibrarianRyan
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A new series in the land of Stories world.

#CoverLove #KidsEdition

October 1

Gissy Gorgeous😍 5y
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