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| The Real Boy by Anne UrsuWhat it's about: As helper to Caleb, the last magician in Asteri, orphan Oscar spends his time with herbs and cats, away from the stress and unpredictability of other people. But when Caleb disappears and the children of Asteri get mysteriously sick, Oscar has to step up -- and step way out of his comfort zone.
Who it's for: Inspired by the story of Pinocchio, this magic-infused tale of finding friendship and overcoming fear is a good bet for fairy tale fans. |
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Rump : the true story of Rumpelstiltskin
by Liesl Shurtliff
When his mother dies without revealing his full name, Rump endures teasing for his half-name until he discovers his ability to spin gold, a talent that entangles him in a dire curse and prompts a fantastical quest to discover his true identity.
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Snow & Rose
by Emily Winfield Martin
A reimagining of the classic fairy tale features two sisters whose life of privilege gives way after their father's disappearance and their mother's descent into sorrow before they embark on a magical adventure in an enchanted wood to break a set of terrible spells. By the creator of Dream Animals. Simultaneous eBook.
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A tale dark & Grimm
by Adam Gidwitz
In a mischievous and utterly original debut, Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm-inspired tales that have never been more irreverent or subversive, as the siblings learn to take charge of their destinies and become the clever architects of their own "happily ever after." Reprint.
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| Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame MbaliaWhat it's about: A visit to his grandparents turns into an epic adventure after seventh-grader Tristan accidentally punches a rift into another world filled with figures from African myths and African American legends.
Who you'll meet: powerful John Henry; tricksters Anansi and Brer Rabbit; and the exasperating, hilarious Gum Baby.
Series alert: Eager for more of Tristan's encounters with vivid fantasy worlds and iconic characters? The sequel, Tristan Strong Destroys the World, is out this month. |
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The wishing spell
by Chris Colfer
Using a mysterious book to travel to a land of wonder and magic, twins Alex and Connor meet a host of classic fairy tale characters and nefarious monsters before discovering that returning back home will be more difficult than anticipated. A first novel. 200,000 first printing.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 10-13!
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Manatee County Public Library System 1301 Barcarrota Boulevard West Bradenton, Florida 34205 (941) 748-5555www.mymanatee.org/library |
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