Diana Wynne Jones

Menestys kirjana ja elokuvana! Liikkuva linna on Diana Wynne Jonesin humoristinen fantasiaromaani, johon perustuu Hayao Miyazakin upea, samanniminen animaatioelokuva. Hattukaupan Sophie on kolmesta sisaresta vanhin, ja kohtalon mukaan hänen on turha toivoa menestystä elämässään. Sitten kauppaan ilmestyy mahtava Erämaan noita, joka loihtii hänet vanhaksi eukoksi. Sophie rupeaa kiertolaiseksi ja hakee yösijaa kaupungin laidalle ilmestyneestä liikkuvasta linnasta. Sen valtiaan, velho Howlin, huhutaan syövän nuorten tyttöjen sydämiä, mutta mitä pelättävää vanhalla Sophiella muka olisi? Linnassa Sophie tutustuu tulidemoni Calciferiin, jonka kanssa hän solmii sopimuksen... ”Todella taianomainen teos - - Jättää lukijan takuuvarmasti haukkomaan henkeään” The Bookseller Diana Wynne Jones (1934-2011) on yksi Britannian arvostetuimmista fantasiakirjailijoista. Hänet palkittiin 2007 World Fantasy Awardilla elämäntyöstään. Howlin maailma -sarjan muodostavat teokset Liikkuva linna, Leijuva linna ja Rönsyilevä talo.

The final book in the epic fantasy-adventure series from â??the Godmother of Fantasyâ??, Diana Wynne Jones. Now back in print!

Wild Robert is a gentle, charming ghost, who is half a magician (on his mother's side). At Heather's summons, he returns after 350 years and is horrified by the antics at his once home, Castlemaine House.

There seemed nothing odd about Luke to begin with ââ?¬â?? except perhaps the snakes. If they were snakes, that isââ?¬Â¦ David wasnââ?¬â?¢t sure.

"You are now a discard. We have no further use for you in play. You are free to walk the Bounds, but it will be against the rules for you to enter play in any world. If you succeed in returning Home, then you may enter play again in the normal manner."

A powerful being fights for his life within the body of a humble, earthbound puppy.

On the surface, Aunt Maria seems like a cuddly old lady, all chit-chat and lace doilies. When Mig and and her family go for a short visit, they soon learn that Aunt Maria rules the place with a rod of sweetness that's tougher than iron and deadlier than poison.

The photograph above Polly's bed sparks memories that don't seem to exist any more. Nine years ago she met Thomas Lynn for the first time. But what has happened in the years between? Why has Tom been erased from Polly's mind, and from the rest of the world as well?

The iconic first book in Diana Wynne Jones’ Dalemark quartet – perfect lovers of fantasy and magic ‘Mitt arrived at the top of the steps, panting, and pushed open the door. “Oh, there you are,” said the Countess. “We want you to kill someone.”’ Since his arrival in the North of Dalemark Mitt has become disillusioned. The North seems no more free than the Holand he fled, a fugitive accused of attempted murder. And now he is trapped by the order to kill someone he doesn’t know or else risk the lives of his friends. Forced once more to flee, Mitt is joined by Moril, the quietly powerful musician, and Maewen – out of her time, but mysteriously fated to play a part in their quest. For the evil powers of the mage Kankredin are re-assembling, and only the Adon’s gifts – the ring, sword and cup – can once more unite Dalemark.

The iconic third book in Diana Wynne Jones’ Dalemark quartet – perfect lovers of fantasy and magic ‘I had not seen how they hated us till I heard them shout. It was terrible.’ Tanaqui and her family have always known they were somehow different from the other villagers. But when the great floods come and they are driven from their home, they begin to realise the part they must play in the destiny of the land. As Tanaqui weaves the story of their frightening journey to the sea and the terrifying, powerful evil of the mage Kankredin, she realises the desperate need to understand the meaning of it all. Can she fit the pieces of the puzzle together in time to halt Kankredin’s destruction?

The iconic second book in Diana Wynne Jones’ Dalemark quartet – perfect lovers of fantasy and magic For centuries, Dalemark has been a land divided by the warring earldoms of the North and South. Now, with the help of the Undying, the mysterious gods of Dalemark, four extraordinary young people must join forces to reunify their beloved land. After his father mysteriously goes missing Mitt joins a group of freedom fighters plotting to overthrow the tyrannical ruler of Holand. But when his assassination attempt against the earl backfires, Mitt stows away on board a ship heading out to sea. As the boat is battered by storms Mitt finds himself alone among his enemies – except for the strange straw figure of Dalemark demigod Drowned Ammet tied to the prow of the ship…

The iconic first book in Diana Wynne Jones’ Dalemark quartet – perfect lovers of fantasy and magic For centuries, Dalemark has been a land divided by the warring earldoms of the North and South. Now, with the help of the mysterious gods of Dalemark, four extraordinary young people must join forces to reunify their beloved home. When twelve-year-old Moril’s father is murdered by soldiers, Moril inherits his ancient cwidder – a musical instrument with a mysterious past. As Moril and his siblings embark on a dangerous journey to escape the evil forces around them, he gradually learns how to channel the cwidder’s strange and powerful magic. But is it enough to protect those he loves from the looming threat of war?

”Ei ole leikin tekoa asua talossa, joka on täynnä magiaa.” Diana Wynne Jonesin kaoottisen maaginen kolmas, itsenäinen fantasiaromaani samassa kiehtovassa maailmassa kuin Studio Ghiblin ylistettynä animaationakin tunnettu Liikkuva linna. Charmain Baker viettäisi päivänsä mieluiten nenä kiinni kirjoissaan, mutta isosetä, velho William, tarvitsee jonkun huolehtimaan talostaan ollessaan keijujen luona poistattamassa kiusallisia kasvannaisiaan. Vanhempiensa holhoukseen kyllästynyt Charmain suostuu tehtävään. Magiasta Charmain ei tiedä mitään, mutta löytää isosetänsä talosta hämärästi rönsyileviä käytäviä. Kun Charmain saa töitä myös kuninkaan kirjastosta, kadonneiden rahavarojen jäljittämiseen palkattujen Sophie Pendragonin, sössöttävän pikku Howlin ja tulidemoni Calciferin avulla hän pääsee kammottavan salaisuuden jäljille... Diana Wynne Jones (1934–2011) on yksi Britannian arvostetuimmista fantasiakirjailijoista. Hänet palkittiin 2007 World Fantasy Awardilla elämäntyöstään. Howlin maailma -sarjan muodostavat teokset Liikkuva linna, Leijuva linna ja Rönsyilevä talo.

Liikkuvan linnan säkenöivä, itsenäinen jatko-osa! Diana Wynne Jonesin taikuutta tihkuva tuhannen ja yhden yön tarina, joka sijoittuu samaan maailmaan kuin Ghibli-elokuvanakin tunnettu Liikkuva linna. Kaukaisessa maassa asuu Abdulla. Päivisin hän on mattokauppias, jonka yli-innokkaiden sukulaisten vaatimuksia hän pakenee päiväuniin. Unelmissaan Abdulla on prinssi, joka rakastaa ihanaa prinsessaa. Kun salaperäinen muukalainen myy Adbullalle nukkavierun maton, sen taikavoimien myötä nuoren miehen unelmat alkavat käydä toteen, mutta niin alkavat painajaisetkin. Hän pääsee prinsessansa luokse, vain nähdäkseen kuin ilkeä džinni sieppaa tämän. Abdulla päättää pelastaa rakkaansa. Avuksi hän saa ynseän pullonhengen, jonka toteuttamilla toiveilla on ikävä kyllä epämieluisia sivuvaikutuksia... Diana Wynne Jones (1934–2011) on yksi Britannian arvostetuimmista fantasiakirjailijoista. Hänet palkittiin 2007 World Fantasy Awardilla elämäntyöstään. Howlin maailma -sarjan muodostavat teokset Liikkuva linna, Leijuva linna ja Rönsyilevä talo.

‘One of the greatest ever writers for children’ – Garth Nix ‘A true original’ – Katherine Rundell ‘Truly magical … Guaranteed to leave you gasping’ The Bookseller ‘She is the best writer of magical fantasy for children’ Evening Standard In this beloved modern classic, young Sophie Hatter from the land of Ingary catches the unwelcome attention of the Witch of the Waste and is put under a spell… Deciding she has nothing more to lose, Sophie makes her way to the moving castle that hovers on the hills above her town, Market Chipping. But the castle belongs to the dreaded Wizard Howl, whose appetite, they say, is satisfied only by the souls of young girls… There Sophie meets Michael, Howl’s apprentice, and Calcifer the fire demon, with whom she agrees a pact. Her entanglements with Calcifer, Howl and Michael and her quest to break her curse come alive with Diana Wynne Jones’s unique combination of magic, humour and imagination. From one of the most beloved, bestselling and award-winning fantasy writers of all time.

'One of the greatest ever writers for children' - Garth Nix'A true original' - Katherine Rundell'Truly magical ... Guaranteed to leave you gasping' The Bookseller'She is the best writer of magical fantasy for children' Evening StandardIn this beloved modern classic, young Sophie Hatter from the land of Ingary catches the unwelcome attention of the Witch of the Waste and is put under a spell... Deciding she has nothing more to lose, Sophie makes her way to the moving castle that hovers on the hills above her town, Market Chipping. But the castle belongs to the dreaded Wizard Howl, whose appetite, they say, is satisfied only by the souls of young girls...There Sophie meets Michael, Howl's apprentice, and Calcifer the fire demon, with whom she agrees a pact. Her entanglements with Calcifer, Howl and Michael and her quest to break her curse come alive with Diana Wynne Jones's unique combination of magic, humour and imagination.From one of the most beloved, bestselling and award-winning fantasy writers of all time.

"A true original." --Katherine Rundell, bestselling author of Impossible CreaturesA deluxe limited hardcover edition of the beloved international bestseller, Howl's Moving Castle. The stunning package is perfect for gift-giving and collecting and will feature new jacket art and full-color endpapers by Devin Elle Kurtz, digitally printed edges, foil stamping on the case, and a frontispiece and chapter decorations by internationally bestselling author Stefan Bachmann. Diana Wynne Jones's unique combination of magic, humor, and imagination dazzles in this modern classic--beloved by readers of all ages.Sophie Hatter has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. But when she unwittingly attracts the attention of the Witch of the Waste, Sophie finds herself transformed into an old woman. Her only chance at breaking the curse lies in the ever-moving castle in the hills: the Wizard Howl's castle. And Howl has a reputation for stealing young women's hearts. At least Sophie will be safe from that...right? To untangle the enchantment, Sophie must handle the heartless Howl, strike a bargain with a fire demon, and meet the Witch head-on. Along the way, she discovers that there's far more to the irresistibly charming Howl--and herself--than first meets the eye. They might even capture each other's hearts.Howl's Moving Castle is beloved by generations of fantasy readers and the source for Hayao Miyazaki's film, which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and was recently rereleased in celebration of its twentieth anniversary.

In the mind of a lonely, imaginative girl, who can tell where fiction ends and reality begins? An epic fantasy, spanning nine years… The fire and hemlock photograph above Polly’s bed sparks memories in her that don’t seem to exist any more. Halloween; nine years ago; she gatecrashed a funeral party at the big house and met Thomas Lynn for the first time. Despite the fact that he’s an adult, they struck up an immediate friendship, and began making up stories together – stories in which Tom is a great hero, and Polly is his assistant. The trouble is, these scary adventures have a nasty habit of coming true… But what has happened in the years between?Why has Tom been erased from Polly’s mind, and from the rest of the world as well? Gradually Polly uncovers the awful truth and, at Halloween nine years on, realises that Tom’s soul is forfeit to demonic powers unless she can save him.

Glorious new rejacket of a Diana Wynne Jones favourite, featuring Chrestomanci – now a book with extra bits! Spells always have consequences and it's Chrestomanci's job to make sure everything is safely under control. Even so, in the village around Chrestomanci Castle, all sorts of secret magical misuse is going on. And when Cat Chant finds the Pinhoe egg, chaos is just the beginning! A masterpiece of magic, mayhem and mirth!