![]() I mean, don't get me wrong, fantasy names can be very hit or miss. Who doesn't want their kid to sound like an elf queen? From princes to dragons to goblin warriors, fantasy is filled with strange and beautiful characters with vaguely medieval-sounding names. But fantasy is responsible for some of the most inventive fictional worlds, epic sagas, and unique names. If you're tired of the endless parade of Emmas and Olivias, you might want to consider the fantasy genre for a more unique, somewhat magical baby name.įantasy novels get more than their fair share of hate. Names from literature tend to be on the classic, traditional side, though. This glorious 10th anniversary edition would make a wonderful gift for fans of the series or those looking to be swept away into a spellbinding fantasy series.There's nothing like a beautiful, literary baby name to make your child appear well-read. The Wishing Spell is a captivating read that is perfect for fairytale lovers young and old. ![]() Any kid who loves fairytales will get swept up in The Wishing Spell, which is why this anniversary collection is perfect because the remaining six books in the series have already been published! It’s a blast to read about these iconic characters with completely new storylines. Colfer thanks Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm in his acknowledgment, as it is their famous characters that make appearances throughout the book! Such notable characters include Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and Hansel and Gretel, to name a few. The Wishing Spell takes readers on a thrilling quest filled with magic spells, laugh-out-loud humour and page-turning adventure. But with the legendary Evil Queen hot on their trail, they’re not sure they will find a way. Goldilocks is now a wanted fugitive, Little Red Riding Hood has her own kingdom and Queen Cinderella is about to become a mother! The twins know they must get back home somehow. ![]() When the twins open the book, they have no idea they’re about to enter a land beyond all imagining: the Land of Stories, where fairytales are real.īut as Alex and Conner soon discover, the stories they know so well haven’t concluded with the happily ever after we all know. There’s also a great pull-out map of the Land of Stories world, as well as plenty of vibrant, full-page illustrations by Brandon Dorman.įor those who are new to the series or need a bit of a plot refresher, The Land of Stories follows twins Alex and Conner Bailey who are given a treasured book of fairytales from their grandmother. This 10th anniversary edition of book #1 in the Land of Stories series (first published when Colfer was only 22 years old!) begins with an author’s note describing Colfer’s love for fantasy as a child, and his grandma’s support and assistance with the editing process, both of which inspired him to pen this series. There’s something about a novel’s anniversary edition that always feels special: you get access to exciting new content not included in the original, and you’re given the chance to reminisce about how much you loved the story in the first place. This fast-paced adventure series uniquely combines our modern day world with the enchanting realm of classic fairytales from author Chris Colfer, star of television’s Glee.
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