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Holly Black (née Riggenbach; born November 10, 1971) is an American writer and editor best known for her children's and young adult fiction. Her most recent work is the New York Times bestselling young adult Folk of the Air series. She is also well known for The Spiderwick Chronicles, a series of children's fantasy books she created with writer and illustrator Tony DiTerlizzi, and her debut trilogy of young adult novels officially called the Modern Faerie Tales. Black has won an Eisner Award, a Lodestar Award, a Nebula Award, and a Newbery Honor. Early life and education Black was born in West Long Branch, New Jersey in 1971, and during her early years her family lived in a "decrepit Victorian house." She graduated from Shore Regional High School in 1990. Black graduated with a B.A. in English from The College of New Jersey in 1994. She worked as a production editor on medical journals including The Journal of Pain while studying at Rutgers University. She considered becoming a librarian as a backup career, but writing drew her away. She edited and contributed to the role-playing culture magazine d8 in 1996. Some of the inspiration to write young-adult fiction came from authors such as Garth Nix, Tamora Pierce and Francesca Lia Block. In regards to the fairy tale aspect of her work, she was inspired by creators such as Tanith Lee, Angela Carter, Terri Windling, Ellen Datlow, Pamela Dean, Ellen Kushner, Charles de Lint and Emma Bull. In 1999 she married her high school sweetheart, Theo Black, an illustrator and web designer. In 2008 she was described as residing in Amherst, Massachusetts. Literary career Modern Faerie Tales Black's first novel, Tithe: A Modern Faerie Tale, was published by Simon & Schuster in 2002. There have been two sequels set in the same universe featuring different casts. The first, Valiant (2005), won the inaugural Andre Norton Award for Young Adult Science Fiction and Fantasy. By vote of Locus readers for the Locus Awards, Valiant and Ironside (2007) ranked fourth and sixth among the year's young-adult books. The Spiderwick Chronicles In 2003, Black published the first two books of The Spiderwick Chronicles, a collaboration with artist Tony DiTerlizzi. The fifth and last book in the series reached the top of the New York Times Bestseller list in 2004. A film adaptation of the series was released in 2008, of which Black was co-executive producer. The Curse Workers White Cat, the first in her Curse Workers Series, was published in 2010. White Cat was followed by Red Glove (2011) and the trilogy concluded with Black Heart in 2012. In 2011, Black stated that the Curse Workers books had been optioned by Vertigo Pictures and producer Mark Morgan. Magisterium In 2012, Scholastic acquired a five-book series written by Black and Cassandra Clare to be called Magisterium. Its first volume, The Iron Trial, was published on September 9, 2014. The final book in the series, The Golden Tower, was published in 2018. The Folk of the Air The Cruel Prince, first book of The Folk of the Air published in 2017, was critically acclaimed and nominated for the Locus Award and the Lodestar Award. The sequel, The Wicked King (2018), debuted at the No. 1 position of the New York Times Bestseller List and was also nominated for the Lodestar Award. The Queen of Nothing released in November 2019. With that release the series debuted at No. 3 on the New York Times Bestseller List. Black was interviewed regarding the Folk of the Air series for an article in the March 2024 issue of BookPage magazine before the publication of her 2024 novel The Prisoner's Throne. She discussed the themes of the series with interviewer Jessica Peng. When asked whether or not she anticipated writing the Stolen Air duology after the Folk of the Air series was published, Black replied, "When I got to Queen of Nothing, I realized I wanted to write about Oak and Suren at some point in the future... I don't think knowing that I wanted to revisit those characters changed the course of anything in the Folk of the Air books, but perhaps I did think of them a little more because of it". Standalones A standalone novel, The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, was released by Little, Brown and Company in September 2013. Black published a short story of the same name in the vampire anthology The Eternal Kiss: 13 Vampire Tales of Blood and Desire. The Coldest Girl in Coldtown was an Andre Norton Award finalist in 2013. Doll Bones was published in May 2013, and was awarded a Newbery Medal and a Mythopoeic Award. The Darkest Part of the Forest was published in 2015. Her first adult fiction novel Book of Night was released in May 2022 by Tor Books. Black has also written dozens of short works and co-edited at least three anthologies of speculative fiction. Bibliography Adult novels Book of Night Duology Book of Night (2022) Thief of Night (TBD) Young adult novels Modern Faerie Tales Trilogy Tithe: A Modern Faerie Tale (2002) Valiant: A Modern Tale of Faerie (2005) Ironside: A Modern Faery's Tale (2007) The Curse Workers Trilogy White Cat (2010) Red Glove (2011) Black Heart (2012) The Folk of the Air Trilogy The Cruel Prince (2018) The Lost Sisters (2018, companion novella) The Wicked King (2019) The Queen of Nothing (2019) How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories (2020, companion novella) The Stolen Heir Duology (Folk of the Air Spin-Off) The Stolen Heir (2023) The Prisoner's Throne (2024) Standalone novels The Coldest Girl in Coldtown (2013) The Darkest Part of the Forest (2015) Middle grade novels Spiderwick, Black and Tony DiTerlizzi The Spiderwick Chronicles The Field Guide (2003) The Seeing Stone (2003) Lucinda's Secret (2003) The Ironwood Tree (2004) The Wrath of Mulgarath (2004) Beyond the Spiderwick Chronicles The Nixie's Song (2007) A Giant Problem (2008) The Wyrm King (2009) Accompanying books Arthur Spiderwick's Notebook of Fantastical Observations (2005) Arthur Spiderwick's Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You (2005) The Spiderwick Chronicles: Care and Feeding of Sprites (2006) Magisterium, Black and Cassandra Clare, illustrator Scott Fischer The Iron Trial (2014) The Copper Gauntlet (2015) The Bronze Key (2016) The Silver Mask (2017) The Golden Tower (2018) Standalone Doll Bones (2013, Newbery Medal Honor book), illus. Eliza Wheeler Heart of the Moors: An Original Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Novel (2019) Graphic novels and comics The Good Neighbors, illus. Ted Naifeh The Good Neighbors: Kin (2008) The Good Neighbors: Kith (2009) The Good Neighbors: Kind (2010) Lucifer Lucifer vol. 1: Cold Heaven (2016, trade paperback) Lucifer vol. 2: Father Lucifer (2017, trade paperback) Lucifer vol. 3: Blood in the Streets (2017, trade paperback) Short fiction Collections The Poison Eaters and Other Stories (2010), illus. Theo Black Short stories "Hades and Persephone" (1997) in Prisoners of the Night "The Night Market" (2004) in The Faery Reel: Tales from a Twilight Realm "Heartless" (2005.... Discover the Holly Black popular books. Find the top 100 most popular Holly Black books.
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Bunnicula
James Howe & Andrew Donkin“Bunnicula rules!” Dav Pilkey, creator of the Captain Underpants seriesCelebrate over forty years of the modern classic Bunnicula with this fangtastic graphic novelization that wil...
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Werewolf versus Dragon
David Sinden, Matthew Morgan & Guy MacdonaldThe Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Beasts (RSPCB) operates a rescue center for werewolves, dragons, fairies, giants, sea monsters, and other fantastical creatures. ...
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Belle Morte
Bella HigginThere’s only one way outBelle Morte. One of five houses where vampires reside as celebrities and humans are paid to be their living donors. While others came here seeking fortune, ...
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Unwanted Spy
Jeffrey SterlingThe powerful story of a CIA whistleblower and political prisoner who refused to give up on his American dreamIn 2015, Jeffrey Sterling was sentenced to prison, convicted of violati...
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Hunted
Bella HigginWith the help of Renie and Edmond, the battle for Belle Morte has been fought and won. However, the bigger fight is not over, as enemy vampires have escaped into the city and the f...
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A Giant Problem
Tony DiTerlizzi & Holly BlackTalk about out of the frying pan, into the fire! I was pretty sure that my freaky stepsister and that freaky field guide of hers would ruin my life. But now it looks like they're g...
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The Wrath of Mulgarath
Holly Black & Tony DiTerlizziThree ordinary kids, Jared, Simon, and Wallory Grace, have entered another world without leaving this one! Two remarkable talents, New York Times bestsellers Tony DiTerlizzi and H...
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Ice
Sarah Beth DurstWhen Cassie was little she thought her mother had been taken prisoner by trolls because of a deal she’d made with the Polar Bear King. Just a fairy tale to soothe a child whose mot...
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The Storm Siren Trilogy
Mary WeberMary Weber’s Storm Siren Trilogy now available in one ecollection!Storm Siren“I raise my chin as the buyers stare. Yes. Look. You don’t want me. Because, eventually, accidenta...
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A Dangerous Witch
Holly IceMy life is on the line. And my magic. Witches hate me for my name. They hate me more because they think I murdered my friend Justin Holt. But I was framed. And if I don't clea...
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Naked City
Ellen DatlowFeaturing original stories from 20 authors, this dark, captivating, fabulous and fantastical collection, Naked City, is not to be missed! Edited by awardwinning editor Ellen Datlow...
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The Hit List
Holly SeddonWhat would you do if you found your own name on a hit list? Seddon addresses this terrifying question in an explosive novel. One of the most exciting, brave and clever books I have...
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Lioness Rampant
Tamora PierceNow a knight errant, Alanna goes on a quest for a legendary jewel in this fourth and final book in Tamora Pierce’s Margaret A. Edwards Award–winning young adult seriesnow with a ne...
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Alanna
Tamora PierceA girl disguises herself as a boy to train as a knight in this first book in Tamora Pierce’s Margaret A. Edwards Award–winning young adult seriesnow with a new look!From now on, I’...
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Strangers on a Skein
Anne CanadeoRomantic entanglements and handcrafted murder tie the Black Sheep knitters in knotswhen the local farmers’ market becomes a haven for a killer . . . Phoebe Myers, Black Sheep...
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Road of the Lost
Nafiza Azad“A beautifully mythic world rich with heart and charming characters, Road of the Lost tells a powerful tale of selfdiscovery that…held me wholly enchanted until the end.” Ashley Sh...
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A Cruel and Fated Light
Ashley ShuttleworthHalffae Arlo becomes entangled in the courtly intrigue at the Seelie Summer palace as danger for ironborns mounts in this “beautifully written and deliciously complex” (Nicki Pau P...
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The Ironwood Tree
Tony DiTerlizzi & Holly BlackFirst a pack of vile, smelly goblins snatch Simon. Then a band of elves try to entrap Jared. Why is the entire faerie world so eager to get their hands on Spiderwick's Guide? And w...
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The Field Guide
Tony DiTerlizzi & Holly BlackCelebrate the 20th anniversary of the #1 New York Times bestselling Spiderwick Chronicles and get ready for the series soon to be streaming on Roku with this first installment in t...
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When Women Were Dragons
Kelly BarnhillA GOODREADS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR A fiery feminist fantasy tale set in 1950s America where thousands of women have spontaneously transformed into dragons, exploding notions of a w...
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In the Hand of the Goddess
Tamora PierceAlanna must protect her best friend, the prince, from an evil sorcerer in this second book in Tamora Pierce’s Margaret A. Edwards Award–winning young adult seriesnow with a new loo...
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A Grim and Sunken Vow
Ashley ShuttleworthArlo and her friends must decide how far they’re willing to go to depose a cruel ruler in this third book in the Hollow Star Saga that’s The Cruel Prince meets City of Bones.The di...
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THEY BITE
Jonathan Maberry & David F. KramerFrom two awardwinning authors, a collection of horror legends and folklore from the world of supernatural and paranormal storytelling. The ultimate guidebook to the horrific...
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A Rebel Witch
Holly IceI'm failing again, but this time family's on the chopping block A fiery old woman guilted me into finding her missing sister, Nellie, but when I land in Mykonos, my psychi...
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The Wyrm King
Holly Black & Tony DiTerlizziCelebrate the 20th anniversary of the #1 New York Times bestselling Spiderwick Chronicles and get ready for the series soon to be streaming on Roku with this eighth and final insta...
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Press Start to Play
Daniel H. Wilson & John Joseph AdamsIT’S DANGEROUS TO GO ALONE! TAKE THIS. You are standing in a room filled with books, faced with a difficult decision. Suddenly, one with a distinctive cover catches your ...
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Bunnicula
Deborah Howe & James HoweThis book is written by Harold. His fulltime occupation is dog. He lives with Mr. and Mrs. Monroe and their sons Toby and Pete. Also sharing the home are a cat named Chester and a ...
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Revelations
Bella HigginTruth comes at a cost.Ever since Renie Mayfield survived the merciless attack on Belle Morte that killed donors and vampires alike, she is forever changed. Now a vampire, the agoni...
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Return to Hummingbird Way
Reese RyanIn this heartwarming small‑town romance, can three months, two planning projects, and a meddling grandmother finally make two high school hate crushes see just how right they are f...
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An Enchantment of Ravens
Margaret RogersonAn instant New York Times bestseller! An Indie Next Top 10 Pick A Parents’ Choice Silver Honor Winner“A funny, actionpacked, and sweet romance.” School Library Journal (starred rev...
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Briar Girls
Rebecca Kim Wells“Sexy and dangerous and full of liars.” Maggie TokudaHall, author of The Mermaid, the Witch, and the SeaThe Cruel Prince meets A Curse So Dark and Lonely in this epic reimagining o...
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Mysteries of Thorn Manor
Margaret RogersonIn this delightful sequel novella to the New York Times bestselling Sorcery of Thorns, Elisabeth, Nathaniel, and Silas must unravel the magical trap keeping them inside Thorn Manor...
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Vespertine
Margaret RogersonAn international bestseller!From the New York Times bestselling author of Sorcery of Thorns and An Enchantment of Ravens comes a thrilling, “dark comingofage adventure” (Culturess)...
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Sea Monsters and Other Delicacies
David Sinden, Matthew Morgan & Guy MacdonaldThe Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Beasts (RSPCB) operates a rescue center for werewolves, dragons, fairies, giants, sea monsters, and other fantastical creatures. ...
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Girls of Storm and Shadow
Natasha NganIn this mesmerizing sequel to the New York Times bestseller Girls of Paper and Fire, Lei and Wren have escaped the oppression of the Hidden Palace, but their freedom comes at a ter...
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Full-Blooded Fantasy
Nancy FarmerFullBlooded Fantasy is a oneofakind collection featuring selections from eight of the best fantasy novels published today. Experience the remarkable storytelling of acclaimed fanta...
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The Woman Who Rides Like a Man
Tamora PierceNewly knighted, Alanna of Trebond seeks adventure in the vast desert at the edge of Tortall in this third book in Tamora Pierce’s Margaret A. Edwards Award–winning young adult seri...
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Lost for Words
Lorelei MathiasA witty, highconcept and spellbindingly charming romance by Lorelei Mathias. Fans of Mhairi McFarlane, Sophie Kinsella and Lindsey Kelk will love this unmissable book. Sweetnatured...
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The Seeds of Wither
Lauren DeStefanoStep into the Chemical Garden with an allnew eBook sampler!Discover the world author Lauren DeStefano created in Wither, a riveting dystopian thriller. In the notsodistan...
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Fantastisches Lesen
Robin Hobb, Holly Black, Daniel O'Malley, Lena Kiefer, Ed Mcdonald, Laura Sebastian, Benedict Jacka & William RitterSie tauchen gerne in fremde Welten ein und suchen neuen fantastischen Lesestoff? Haben Sie Lust einen exklusiven Blick in die deutsche Erstausgabe von Robin Hobbs neuer FantasyTri...
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Storm Siren
Mary WeberThe awardwinning novel that started it all.“A riveting tale from start to finish. Between the simmering romance, the rich and inventive fantasy world, and one seriously jawdropping...
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Summary of The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
Condensed BooksA highquality summary of Holly Black´s book The Cruel Prince including chapter details and an analysis of the main themes of the original book.About the original book:When a myster...
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Stash
Laura Cathcart Robbins“An emotionally absorbing and swiftly paced multisensory experience.” The New York Times Book ReviewNamed a Best Memoir of 2023 by ElleIn the vein of Somebody’s Daughter, this wild...
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The Seeing Stone
Tony DiTerlizzi & Holly BlackThanks to the mysterious field guide left behind by their longlost greatgreatuncle Arthur Spiderwick, life for the Grace kidsJared, Simon, and Malloryis beyond weird. When Simon go...
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Rabenprinz
Margaret Rogerson»Wir mögen ewig leben, aber Ihr blüht heller und Eure Stacheln hinterlassen blutige Spuren.«Die 17jährige Isobel ist eine begabte Porträtmalerin mit einer gefährlichen Klientel: da...