From "one of the most significant figures of the last generation of fantasy", comes Francesco Dimitri's debut novel in English, an enthralling and seductive fantasy following four old friends and the secrets they keep. Four old school friends have a pact: to meet up every year in the small town in Puglia they grew up in. Art, the charismatic leader of the group and creator of the pact, insists that the agreement must remain unshakable and enduring. But this year, he never shows up. A visit to his house increases the friends' worry; Art is farming marijuana. In Southern Italy doing that kind of thing can be very dangerous. They can't go to the Carabinieri so must make enquiries of their own. This is how they come across the rumours about Art; bizarre and unbelievable rumours that he miraculously cured the local mafia boss's daughter of terminal leukaemia. And among the chaos of his house, they find a document written by Art, The Book of Hidden Things, that promises to reveal dark secrets and wonders beyond anything previously known. Francesco Dimitri's first novel written in English, following his career as one of the most significant fantasy writers in Italy, will entrance fans of Elena Ferrante, Neil Gaiman and Donna Tartt. Set in the beguiling and seductive landscape of Southern Italy, this story is about friendship and landscape, love and betrayal; above all it is about the nature of mystery itself.
Aaaaand cue the randomness! 1. It’s official! Happy first day of spring! 😀 In a cruel twist of fate, however, the last week of winter was actually nicer than the first week of spring is looking. We got as high as 11ºC (52°F) last week, and now? Womp, womp. 2. Thankfully, seeing things like this makes up...Read More
This massive book warehouse in Newtown is guaranteed to be hiding your new favourite novel, you just need to have the time and patience to find it. Gould's specialises in second hand and out-of-print works, and has become a Sydney institution.
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Books can entertain as well as teach us, they can speak directly to our soul and even allow us to realize we aren't alone in this world and other have gone through remarkably similar situations. Wherever you are in you life, here are 10 books that will change your life for the better, in no particular order.
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Are you excited for the new fantasy releases of 2024? If yes, here are the most highly-anticipated romantasy and fantasy books 2024.
“I met my new boyfriend last night... in chapter three.”
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Looking for a book that will leave you feeling like you've just received a warm hug? Here are the cozy fantasy books to add to your list:
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Whether you are just beginning your craft or you have been working for years, creative burnout is a reality most innovative people face routinely. Sometimes burnout comes in the form of writer’s block, crippling self-doubt, elaborate procrastination techniques, or unhealthy comparisons to other’s work, which ultimately results in a
The search for the author’s identity takes Yarnspinner to Bookholm—the so-called City of Dreaming Books. On entering its streets, our hero feels as if he has opened the door of a gigantic second-hand bookshop. His nostrils are assailed by clouds of book dust, the stimulating scent of ancient leather, and the tang of printer’s ink. Soon, though, Yarnspinner falls into the clutches of the city's evil genius, Pfistomel Smyke, who treacherously maroons him in the labyrinthine catacombs underneath the city, where reading books can be genuinely dangerous. In The City of Dreaming Books, Walter Moers transports us to a magical world where reading is a remarkable adventure. Only those intrepid souls who are prepared to join Yarnspinner on his perilous journey should read this book. We wish the rest of you a long, safe, unutterably dull and boring life! Product DetailsISBN-13: 9781590201114 Media Type: Paperback(Reprint) Publisher: The Overlook Press Publication Date: 09-02-2008 Pages: 464 Product Dimensions: 5.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 1.10(d) Age Range: 18 Years Series: Zamonia Series #3About the Author Walter Moers was born in 1957 and is a writer, cartoonist, painter, and sculptor. The world of Zamonia that he created is currently being adapted for the screen. He lives in Hamburg, Germany.
Sweaty palms and dry mouth will be things of the past after you’ve read these helpful books on public speaking.
Twenty four amazing ideas for book nooks and reading corners to add to your home for the book lover to curl up with their favorite read.
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In the first months after we moved to Copenhagen, Iain encouraged me to watch my first Studio Ghibli movie: Kiki's Delivery Service.
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Let's talk bookshelves. Both practically and impractically.
Fascinating article on the evolution of reading and writing by Derek Hodgson, Research Associate, University of York.
For innovative novels, eye-opening histories, works in translation, and diverse perspectives, look to books from university presses.
Discover 30 hilarious book memes that readers will find extremely relatable. Share these with your book-loving friends.
If you read all of these you'll officially become a genius.
John Crace forces the retired US admiral and special ops commander’s self-help book to do 500 press-ups
