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Catherynne M. Valente

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Catherynne M. Valente is a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author of forty books of fantasy and science fiction
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The Forge of God
Greg Bear - 2001-08-11 (first published in 1987)
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In The Forge of God, Europa, the sixth moon of Jupiter, disappears and unexplained phenomena begin to appear around the world. As the end of the world approaches, individuals turn to different sources for comfort. Greg Bear's award-winning novel portrays the devastation on both a scientific and emotional level, as people face the destruction of all they know. Will anyone make it out alive, and who will be left behind to experience the final moments on Earth?
Catherynne M. Valente
2022-11-20T18:25:32.000Z
When I was a teen & first read Forge of God/Anvil of Stars, I raved to everyone who would listen that if I ever turned out to be an SF writer (which would obviously never happen) these were the kind of books I’d write. Clearly not the case, but that’s how much I loved his work.      source
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Anvil of Stars
Greg Bear - 1993-02-01 (first published in 1992)
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Travel through space aboard the ship made of fragments of Earth's corpse in this epic science fiction adventure. Join the crew as they journey hundreds of years from their destroyed home, on a mission to seek revenge against the alien race responsible for their demise. Anvil of Stars takes readers on a thrilling ride with complex characters, breathtaking settings, and intense action.
Catherynne M. Valente
2022-11-20T18:25:32.000Z
When I was a teen & first read Forge of God/Anvil of Stars, I raved to everyone who would listen that if I ever turned out to be an SF writer (which would obviously never happen) these were the kind of books I’d write. Clearly not the case, but that’s how much I loved his work.      source
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Little, Big
John Crowley - 2006-10-17 (first published in 1981)
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"Little, Big" by John Crowley is an enchanting tale about a man named Smoky Barnable who journeys to Edgewood to fulfill a prophetic marriage to Daily Alice Drinkwater. Set in a magical otherworld, the story follows the lives of four generations of the unique Drinkwater family as they inhabit a house that is many houses. With themes of love, loss, destiny, and wonder, this epic novel is a captivating read for fans of fantasy and magical realism.
Catherynne M. Valente
2022-10-17T12:42:53.000Z
Those of you who know me know how absolutely obnoxious I am when I passionately love something like Eurovision or wombats or anchorites or whatever, and ...well...I have a massive broadsheet of a chapter from Little, Big on my living room wall. I am a JERK about this book.      source
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A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor
A Novel (The Carls)
Hank Green - 2020-07-07
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The internet-famous Carls are gone, but their legacy remains. April May's friends continue to grapple with the aftermath of their sudden disappearance, each on their own paths. A mysterious force emerges, threatening to control our very reality. A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor is a thrilling and thought-provoking sequel to the bestselling An Absolutely Remarkable Thing, questioning the impact of the internet and technology on our lives.
Catherynne M. Valente
2021-06-06T02:18:04.000Z
@cookedinwine @Noahpinion I LOVED those books! @hankgreen      source
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An Absolutely Remarkable Thing
A Novel (The Carls)
Hank Green - 2018-09-25
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A mysterious giant sculpture appears out of nowhere and turns April May's life upside down when she and her friend make a viral video with it. Suddenly, the world is obsessed with the Carls, as they're called, and April finds herself in the midst of a global media frenzy. But with fame comes danger and questions, as April tries to decipher the meaning behind the appearance of the Carls and their intentions for humanity.
Catherynne M. Valente
2021-06-06T02:18:04.000Z
@cookedinwine @Noahpinion I LOVED those books! @hankgreen      source
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Sunshine
Robin McKinley - 2004-11-30 (first published in 2003)
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A woman named Sunshine seeks solace by a lake, only to be captured by vampires and imprisoned with a vampire named Constantine. She must tap into her inner strength to survive, but soon realizes Constantine needs her help too. Originally an adult novel, Sunshine is now available in YA, and is a captivating vampire story that will ensnare fans of paranormal books.
Catherynne M. Valente
2021-03-18T03:22:55.000Z
@kithrup I love that book.      source
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Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. book cover
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.
Judy Blume - 2001-09-01 (first published in 1970)
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A relatable and humorous story about Margaret, a girl who just moved to Farbook, NJ and is trying to fit in with her new friends Nancy, Gretchen, and Janie. As they form a secret club to talk about boys, bras, and getting their first periods, Margaret is happy to belong. But when her friends discover that she doesn't have religion, they're shocked, and Margaret must navigate her own special relationship with God. Her thoughts and feelings are relatable and authentic.
Catherynne M. Valente
2020-09-15T17:41:31.000Z
Today is the 50th anniversary of Are you There God, It’s Me, Margaret. This book was so much to me as a girl. Yeah, the belts confused. But no other book was talking about how I might *feel* about menarche or even *gasp* look forward to it #thanksmargaret @judyblume @SimonKIDS      source
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Momo
Michael Ende - 1998-01-01 (first published in 1973)
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This all-ages fantasy novel follows a young orphan girl named Momo, who possesses the gift of listening. When gray men come to town and life becomes terminally efficient, it's up to Momo to vanquish the time thieves and save joy from vanishing forever. Celebrating its 40th anniversary, this edition includes beautiful new drawings and a fresh translation from the original German.
Catherynne M. Valente
2020-07-29T16:28:58.000Z
This is one of my favorite books!      source