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 |  Spinby Robert Charles Wilson I grew up reading almost exclusively science fiction, and in my teens and early twenties devoured many hundreds of novels in the genre, all the classics of the 1930s, '40s, and '50s, but fell out of love with SF over the past two decades. In virtually every one of his books, Robert Charles Wilson reminds me why I once loved the genre. His ideas are big and dazzling. His writing clear, direct, and evocative. And his characters have a depth uncommon in most fiction, regardless of genre. Axis is the sequel to Spin, and these are two parts of what will surely bealready isa masterwork. |
 |  Somebodyby Connie Dover I like Celtic music. Ms. Dover has one of the most beautiful voices among current recording artists. She sings not solely or even primarily Celtic songs, but in the Celtic tradition, which brings new meaning and beauty to songs that you have heard all your life, like "Shenandoah" and "The Streets of Laredo." Her voice has exceptional clarity, a crystalline quality that can give you shivers, and she is a master of interpretation. In addition to Somebody, I'd recommend The Wishing Well, If Ever I Return, and The Border of Heaven. |
 |  Pixar Short Films Collection, Vol. 1This collection of short animated films is brilliant and, like classic Warner Brothers cartoons, well worth repeated viewings. The piece titled "Lifted" may be the funniest short film I've ever seen. |
 |  The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane and The Tale of Despereaux, both by Kate DiCamillo, are the best children's books I've read in at least two decades. They are among those rare books for kids that are so well written and of such substance that they are a delight for adults, as well. Indeed, adults will see levels of wit that most children will not, though the kids will be enchanted and hugely entertained. The illustrators of both books are immensely talented, as well, making these not only fun to read but also a treat for the eye. |
 |  I Am Legendby Richard Matheson The Will Smith film has given this 1954 novel a new lifeand in fact has put it on the paperback bestseller list for the first time! Matheson is unique, and if publishers are wise, they will reissue most of his backlist in new paperback editions. You will relish them. Books like Hell House, The Shrinking Man (they retitled it "The Incredible Shrinking Man" for the long-ago film), Bid Time Return, What Dreams May Come, and many others are, every one, a treat. |
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