The Land of Stories tells the tale of twins Alex and Conner. The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell: 10th Anniversary Illustrated Edition is available for purchase everywhere books are sold.Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Chris Colfer's #1 New York Times bestselling series The Land of Stories with this gorgeous illustrated anniversary edition!Īlex and Conner Bailey's world is about to change, in this fast-paced adventure that uniquely combines our modern day world with the enchanting realm of classic fairy tales.

Goldilocks: Wanted Dead or Alive, the most recent spin-off telling of the character’s origin story in a graphic novel styleĬolfer has also published three books in a spin-off series titled A Tale of Magic, which details Brystal Evergreen’s story before she becomes the Fairy Godmother and Alex & Conner’s grandmother.The Ultimate Book Hugger’s Guide, a “comprehensive” look at the series, its characters, additional chapters, and behind-the-scenes information.A Treasury of Classic Fairy Tales, retold by Colfer.Adventures from the Land of Stories: The Mother Goose Diaries & Queen Red Riding Hood’s Guide to Royalty.With all of this, the more simple writing style makes clear that the series is written for children, though the story itself provides something for all ages to enjoy.Ĭolfer has published additional books within this world, including: Looking back, The Land of Stories series has been rewarded with success, with the main series containing six books, each of which has an enormous scope, family complications, unpredictable twists, and frightening threats. The first print of the new book is limited and includes gilded edges along with a ribbon bookmark it also includes over 20 new full-page illustrations by Brandon Dorman, the original illustrator, and a new author’s note. To celebrate the momentous occasion, Colfer released a brand new edition of the original book, titled The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell: 10th Anniversary Illustrated Edition on October 11. “I just did it for my own mental health to just get the story out of my mind… I’m thrilled it found such a huge audience,” Colfer said in a KTLA 5 Morning News interview. The book quickly gained traction, becoming a #1 New York Times bestseller, as well as one of Barnes & Noble’s “best books of 2012.” This is the premise of Chris Colfer’s The Land of Stories, following twins Alex and Conner as they brave the dangers of this fantasy world and help restore peace.Ĭolfer’s acclaimed series had its tenth anniversary on July 17, when the first book The Wishing Spell was released. Imagine finding an old family heirloom, a treasury of classic fairy tales, that accidentally transports you and your sibling into a fantasy world when you open it, filled with both beauty and danger. The 10th Anniversary Edition contains vibrant illustrations to help readers visualize the unfolding story.

The wishing spell by chris colfer