When I first learned about Katherine Rundell’s “Impossible Creatures” (after critic Ron Charles praised it in the Washington Post), the U.K. fantasy novel wasn’t yet available here in the States.
Of all the many cultural products that the United Kingdom has exported to the United States—Aston Martins, Doc Martens, Burberry coats, Cadbury chocolates, a lingering and historically incongruous ...
“Impossible Creatures” has prompted comparisons to Tolkien, Lewis and Pullman, but action, not awe, is Katherine Rundell’s strong suit. Cover illustration for “Impossible Creatures.”Credit...Ashley ...
The company behind 'Star Wars' and Marvel spent a 'substantial seven figures' to acquire what may be the next 'Harry Potter.' Reading time 3 minutes What do you do in an era where your biggest name ...
Disney has been trying to find a live-action property to rival “Harry Potter” since they already destroyed “Star Wars” and badly wounded “Marvel.” Not to mention the tired and constant live-action ...
Impossible Creatures is a title you should get familiar with. For over two decades, the Harry Potter series has been the undisputed champion of family-friendly fantasy. From a record-shattering book ...
In a deal worth a substantial seven figures, Walt Disney Studios won an auction to acquire rights to Impossible Creatures, the fantasy series by acclaimed British author Katherine Rundell. She will ...