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Poe, Edgar Allan

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Summary: Presents a selection of critical writings, short fiction, and poetry by American author Edgar Allan Poe, including the title story in which a visitor to a gloomy mansion finds a childhood friend dying under the spell of a family curse.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin 2003

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Summary: University of Michigan professor Eric S. Rabkin discusses the fantastic in its most important modern variety, science fiction, as part of the entire course on fantasy literature.

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2007

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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 820 MAS
Call number: DVD 820 MAS

Grotta, Daniel

Summary: Surprisingly little is known about the personal life of the creator of Middle Earth. This man, who was embarrassed by success, lived most of his life as an Oxford scholar in the surrounds of a cloistered academic community. As a child in South Africa, Tolkien was kidnapped by a native and taken into the bush. As a youngster in the industrial city of Birmingham, England, Tolkien was raised by a...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Running Press 1992

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 TOLKIEN, J.R.R. GRO

Summary: Readers will find details of when the character was first mentioned, appearance, wizard school, house, patronus, wand, related family members, skills and achievements, personal history and more! With more than 700 characters included, this book is packed from cover to cover. The book will also include genealogical charts and family trees for the major characters, world maps detailing important...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Media Lab Books 2020

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 823.914 UNO

Rae, Susie

Summary: "Dive into a dozen intricately illustrated Dungeons & Dragons worlds and realms, including the frozen winds of Icewind Dale, Waterdeep and the City of Splendors, Neverwinter, the Jewel of the North, and the legendary Baldur's Gate! Will you be able to discover the Dungeon Master as he guides you to the end, or will you remain lost forever within the Forgotten Realms? Get ready to explore the...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2023

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.73 RAE

Jacques, Brian.

Summary: Enslaved by the evil ferret King Agarno and his daughter, Princess Kurda--slavers who have shackled hundreds--the brave squirrelmaid Triss, along with Shogg the otter and Welfo the hedgehog, plans a daring escape by sea. In her flights, Triss happens upon Redwall, and the abbey creatures discover a new hero in her. Someone brave enough to carry the sword of Martin and face the evil that...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Philomel Books 2002

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1 available in Adult- Fantasy, Call number: Fantasy Jacques

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1 available in Juvenile Fiction Series, Call number: J FIC JAC

West, Tracey

Summary: "This is the official Dragon Masters guidebook. These pages are filled with facts about Dragon Masters and their powerful dragons. You will learn the history of the Dragon Masters, read about wizards from around the world, and be able to study castle and land maps. You'll even find top secret notes from Griffith, the royal wizard of Bracken!"--Back cover.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic, Inc. 2024

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Donaldson, Stephen R.

Summary: He called himself Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever because he dared not believe in the strange alternate world in which he suddenly found himself. Yet he was tempted to believe, to fight for the Land, to be the reincarnation of its greatest hero ...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Del Rey/Ballantine Books 2004

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1 available in Adult Fiction, Call number: FIC DON

Lowe, Alexander

Summary: "An introductory look at the game of Fortnite. Describes the history of the game, introduces the creators and innovators, highlights competitions, and provides insight about the game's future. Informational text for readers who are new to Fortnite, or are interested in learning more. Includes a glossary, index, and bibliography for further reading"--

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Norwood House Press 2020

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Shippey, Tom.

Summary: "The Road to Middle-earth, Tom Shippey's classic work, now revised and expanded in paperback explores J. R. R. Tolkien's creativity and the sources of his inspiration. Shippey shows in detail how Tolkien's professional background led him to write The Hobbit and create a timeless charm for millions of readers. He argues convincingly that the source of Tolkien's inspiration lay not just in his...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Co. 2003

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 828.912 SHI

Noel, Ruth S.

Summary: Explains the fourteen different languages and assorted alphabets of Middle-earth, translates Elvish poetry, war slogans, and sayings, and features a complete dictionary of non-English words in the Middle-earth classics

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin 1980

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 828.912 NOE

Page, Michael F.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Studio 1998

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Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel)

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: HarperCollins 1997

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823.912 TOL

Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel)

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: HarperCollins 1993

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823.912 TOL

Palahniuk, Chuck.

Summary: "A billion husbands are about to be replaced."From the author of Fight Club, the classic portrait of the damaged contemporary male psyche, now comes this novel about the apocalyptic marketing possibilities of female pleasure. Sisters will be doing it for themselves. And doing it. And doing it. And doing it some more . . . Penny Harrigan is a low-level associate in a big Manhattan law firm with...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: 2014

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Paull, Laline.

Summary: Flora 717 is a sanitation worker, a member of the lowest caste in her orchard hive, where work and sacrifice are the highest virtues and worship of the beloved Queen the only religion. But Flora is not like other bees. With circumstances threatening the hive's survival, her curiosity is regarded as a dangerous flaw, but her courage and strength are assets. She is allowed to feed the newborns in...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: 2014

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White, Michael

Summary: This concise, informative biography explores : Tolkien's experiences as a young teacher, lecturer, and storyteller in Britain ; The founding of the Inklings, the group of intellectuals centered on Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and other Oxford University professors ; Tolkien's relationship with his publisher in releasing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and other books ; The continuing impact of his...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Alpha 2002

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 TOLKIEN, J.R.R. WHI

Zub, Jim

Summary: Provides a guide to the wizards, sorcerers, and other magic-makers of the fantasy role-playing franchise Dungeons & Dragons, with information on how spells are created and used in the game.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Ten Speed Press 2020

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.93 ZUB

Cox, Alexander

Summary: Offers an introduction to the many role-playing games in the Roblox universe and includes tips, tricks, and interviews with the creators.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2019

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Bard, Jonathan

Summary: "No longer are sports played only on a field or in an arena. Professional gaming leagues are gaining worldwide recognition for their exciting competitions and star players, most of whom rose to fame through online streaming. From the first video game tournament held in 1972 to today, gaming has come a long way. Major sports organizations, like the NBA and MLS, are sponsoring their own eSports...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2020

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 794.8 BAR

Zub, Jim

Summary: In this illustrated guide for new players, you'll be transported to the mystical and magical worlds of Dungeons & Dragons and given a one-of-a-kind course on the dungeons and deathtraps for which the game (and all its iterations) is known. Featuring maps, cutaway illustrations, and fun insights that show would-be adventurers how to travel and survive in these fantastical settings, along with...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Ten Speed Press 2019

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.93 ZUB

Zub, Jim

Summary: In this illustrated guide, you're transported to the legendary and magical worlds of Dungeons & Dragons where you are presented with one-of-a-kind entries for different types of warriors, as well as the weaponry these fighters need for D&D adventuring. This guide includes detailed illustrations of the weapons, armor, clothing, and other equipment that fighters use, and offers the tools young,...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Ten Speed Press, an imprint of the Crown Publishing Group 2019

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.93 ZUB

Summary: "Prepare for the upcoming Minecraft: Legends video game with this official guide from Mojang, featuring tips, tricks, and strategies to help you defeat the Piglin threat and save the Overworld!"--

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Random House Worlds 2023

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Geddes, Hannah

Summary: Dragons, fairies, unicorns, and other fantastical beasts come to life with the magic of Zentangle in this detailed guide. Readers will master basic Zentangle patterns they can mix and match to create unique mythical beasts. Up-close visuals break down dizzying patterns into simple parts. Step-by-step instructions help readers divide creature outlines into smaller shapes and fill them in with...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2018

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