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THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide — Content Guide for Parents

By CHRIS COLFERLITTLE, BROWN & CO.2018ISBN 9780316422482
THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide

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Scary content
Religious themes
Profanity
Sexual identity
Gender roles
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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

A behind-the-scenes, comprehensive look at the #1 New York Times bestselling series.A combination travel guide, encyclopedia, and exciting fan compendium, this ultimate guidebook includes sections such as "Who's Who," "Places to Go," and "Trinkets, Treasures, and Other Things" that explore the backgrounds and histories of the many characters, places, and magic items throughout the beloved Land of Stories series.This book also includes bonus chapters, insider information about the series, and more, including sketches from the author, "Secrets from the Land of Stories," and "Chris's Top Ten Tips for Writers."Perfect for new and mega-fans alike, this full-color guidebook illustrated by series artist Brandon Dorman captures the magical ins and outs of the Land of Stories we know and love and delivers new, never-before-seen art and information sure to thrill and satisfy readers.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains instances of violence, including characters facing danger from villains and a recurring theme of execution, though the violence is not graphically described. This suggests a moderate level of violence present in the narrative. The book features encounters with various monsters and villains, including wolves and trolls, which could be considered scary for younger readers. This indicates a presence of mild scary content.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have violence?

    The book contains instances of violence, including characters facing danger from villains and a recurring theme of execution, though the violence is not graphically described. This suggests a moderate level of violence present in the narrative.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have scary content?

    The book features encounters with various monsters and villains, including wolves and trolls, which could be considered scary for younger readers. This indicates a presence of mild scary content.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have religious themes?

    The narrative includes humor that mocks religion and elevates storytelling to a quasi-religious status, suggesting a critical stance towards organized religion. This is evident in the portrayal of characters and plot devices that satirize religious themes.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme or plot element in the book. The narrative focuses on fairy-tale characters and adventures without addressing racial issues explicitly.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have profanity?

    The book includes mild profanity with instances of words like 'damn' and name-calling such as 'jerk' and 'stupid'. This suggests that while the language is not severe, it is present in the narrative.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have climate change?

    There is no mention of climate themes or environmental issues in the book. The narrative does not engage with climate activism or related topics.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have sexual identity?

    There are instances of mild flirting and suggestive situations, such as a troll princess wanting to kiss a character. This indicates a presence of light sexual content appropriate for the target audience.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have gender roles?

    The book satirically addresses gender stereotypes, suggesting a critique of traditional gender roles. This indicates that gender roles are discussed within the narrative.

  • Does THE LAND OF STORIES the Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book includes elements of LGBTQ representation, which has led to polarized reactions among readers. Some find these elements inappropriate, indicating that LGBTQ themes are present but may not be central to the narrative.