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Fantasy Reads – Carbonel

In the festive month of December I usually recommend a classic Children’s Fantasy. This year my choice is Carbonel by Barbara Sleigh (1906-1982), a magical story about two children and a witch’s cat who is feline royalty. This novel was first published in 1955 and there were two sequels – The Kingdom of Carbonel (1960)… Continue reading

Fantasy Reads – Lady Into Fox

Since I’m recovering from surgery this month, here is a briefer than usual recommendation for something short and strange – Lady Into Fox by David Garnett (1892-1981). This prize-winning novella was first published in 1922, illustrated with charming woodcuts by Garnett’s first wife, Rachel Marshall Garnett. It has rarely been out of print since. You… Continue reading

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