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Magic for Beginners

Original titleeng. Magic for Beginners · 2005
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Interesting Facts

  • The book consists of nine stories, each exploring the boundaries between reality and fantasy.
  • One of the stories, «Stone Animals», was nominated for the Nebula Award.
  • The story «Magic for Beginners» won the Hugo Award for Best Novella in 2006.
  • Kelly Link is known for her unique style, combining elements of magical realism and surrealism.
  • The book has received high praise from critics for its originality and storytelling mastery.
  • Themes in the book include friendship, love, fear, and the exploration of the unknown.
  • The story «The Summer People» was adapted into a short film.
  • The book has been translated into several languages and received international acclaim.
Magic for Beginners
Date of publication: 27 February 2025
Last updated: 3 March 2025
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Magic for Beginners
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Original titleeng. Magic for Beginners · 2005
Genre: Fantasy