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Cover to Cover #117: Terry Pratchett / Timothy Zahn

June 7, 2004 by Michael R. Mennenga

A Hat Full of Sky by Terry PratchettInterview: Terry Pratchett’s fantasy/science fiction series “Discworld” is a global bestseller and fan favorite, and the latest book in the series is A Hat Full of Sky. Terry’s series (easy to jump in anywhere, by the way) should be required reading for all kids and most adults. In this book, Tiffany Aching, incipient witch and cheese maker extraordinaire is off to begin her apprenticeship in magic. She leaves behind her the green, familiar hills of her home and the blue, tattooed faces of her allies, the sword-wielding, six-inch-high Nac Mac Feegle. But something is following Tiffany …

Dragon and Thief by Timothy ZahnInterview: We are all familiar with Timothy Zahn’s work as the author behind many of the best Star Wars novels. But today, we’re talking with him about his young adult series, “The Dragonback”, and the first book in this new series, Dragon and Thief. This concept started as a traditional novel, but seemed perfectly set for the younger audience. Fans of Tim’s other novels won’t be disappointed, as the same intrigue and deep character development is in here, too!

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