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Diana wynne jones 19342001 was a british author of fantasy novels for both children and adults. Goodreads members who like diana wynne jones also like. Diana wynne jones was an author who was born in london, england, in the 1934. What was the relationship between authors diana wynne jones. Wrede lloyd alexander tamora pierce mary stewart robin mckinley garth nix madeleine lengle bruce coville patricia mckillip philip pullman ursula k. Oct 11, 2015 the two of them were friends as well as fellow authors. Characterized by magic, multiple universes, witches and wizardsand a charismatic ninelived enchanterher books were filled with unlimited imagination, dazzling plots, and an effervescent sense of humor that earned her legendary status in the world of. For the record, i have rarely heard other fantasy writers openly critique harry potter. Top 25 quotes by diana wynne jones of 141 az quotes. Wizards and witchery abound in the wickedly funny fantasy novels of diana wynne jones. Jul 12, 2014 diana wynne jones is one of my favorite childrens fantasy authors, so i was eager to read her book of essays on the magic of writing when it was published this fall.

Dec 16, 2015 howls moving castle 1986 is a great entry point for diana wynne jones in general, but especially if youre looking for a book with great female leads who are more than just a strong female. Howls moving castle is a fantasy novel by british author diana wynne jones, first published in 1986 by greenwillow books of new york. I am delighted to see diana wynne jones books appearing on kindle. Diana wynne jones was an inimitable voice, not just in childrens fiction, but in fantasy overall.

Its not really something that is done, in the writing field. Books by diana wynne jones writers similar to diana wynne jones. Diana wynne jones is one of my favorite childrens fantasy authors, so i was eager to read her book of essays on the magic of writing when it was published this fall. See all books authored by diana wynne jones, including howls moving castle, and castle in the air, and more on. The heronarrator of this book is a thirteenyearold boy named jamie.

Diana wynne jones was one of this countrys most talented and inventive writers of speculative fiction. Share diana wynne jones quotations about heart, books and children. One of the most underrated british fantasy authors ever, whose work inspired others from rowling to pullman. This book was the first dwj novel i read, back when i was still in grade school. Quotations by diana wynne jones, english writer, born august 16, 1934. Diana wynne jones was a prolific author, and while her work is broadly within the same genre with shades of different target audiences, it is quite varied in some ways.

Very vocal about his appreciation for the work of wynne jones, the inspiration is clearly there, in what are some powerful and imaginative novels. As a fantasy writer, neil gaiman has made a name for himself with his extremely stylized brand of fantasy fiction. Reflecting on writing with diana wynne jones tales of the. Like many good writers, diana wynne jones, who has died aged 76 of. Enjoy the best diana wynne jones quotes at brainyquote. May 19, 2016 diana wynne jones was an inimitable voice, not just in childrens fiction, but in fantasy overall. To be fair she is on my author to read list and has been since i discovered howls moving castle back in 2004.

She was born to richard aneurin and marjorie jones who both were teachers by profession. Readalikes for diana wynne jones if you like diana wynne. She lived in london until war was declared in 1939 where her and her family fled to wales. In a career spanning four decades she influenced generations of readers, including many who. Best authors to read if you like diana wynne jones. But if youre looking for something that would be especially representative of what joness books are like, id say begin with dark lord, howls, or archers goon. Diana was born in london, the daughter of marjorie nee jackson and richard aneurin jones, both of whom were teachers. When war was announced, shortly after her fifth birthday, she was evacuated to wales, and thereafter moved several times, including periods in coniston water, in york, and back in london. Characterized by magic, multiple universes, witches and wizardsand a charismatic ninelived enchanterher books were filled with unlimited imagination, dazzling plots, and an effervescent sense of humor that earned her legendary status in the world of fantasy. She has been cited as an inspiration and muse for several fantasy and science fiction authors. A team of editors takes feedback from our visitors to keep trivia as up to date and as accurate as possible. Diana wynne jones was an inimitable voice, not just in childrens.

A community dedicated to discussing the works of the late, great diana wynne jones, creator of howls moving castle, the chrestomanci books and more. Diana wynne jones 16 august 1934 26 march 2011 was a british novelist, poet, academic, literary critic, and short story writer. Diana wynne jones s final book is a delightful and assured quest adventure, writes imogen russell williams published. I feel like this is less about writing than it is about storytelling, which are not quite the same thing. I think that she read my books as a young person there are so. Even with a horrorfilled premise like zombies in 1876 philadelphia.

In charmed life by diana wynne jones book 1 of the chrestomanci series, everybody says that gwendolyn chant is a witch with gifted with great powers, so it only makes sense that she is taken to live in chrestomanci castle. Diana s been my friend since about 1985, but i was a fan of hers since i read charmed life in about 1978, aged 17. Find authors like diana wynne jones from the worlds largest community of readers. If youre sick of me blabbing on, just go to your local library and check out howls moving. Characterized by magic, multiple universes, witches and wizardsand a charismatic ninelived enchanterher books were filled with unlimited imagination, dazzling plots, and an effervescent sense of humor that earned her legendary status in the world. There is no other comingofage story quite like diana wynne joness fire and hemlock, the book i think of first when tiresome people assert that childrens literature lacks ambition and. Diana wynne jones obituary diana wynne jones the guardian. Tamora pierce robin mc kinley patricia c wrede diane duane gail carson levine megan whalen turner mercedes lackey c wrede patricia robin mc kinley, s november sherwood smith.

She attended reed college in portland, oregon, earning her ba in 1963. Casper, johnny and gwinny get a big shock when their mother marries the ogre. Her brother eric aka cat doesnt like the idea as much, due to the fact that he doesnt have. Tamora pierce robin mc kinley patricia c wrede diane duane gail carson levine megan whalen turner mercedes lackey c wrede patricia robin mc kinley, s. The time of the ghost by diana wynne jones librarything. Aug 26, 2016 there is no other comingofage story quite like diana wynne joness fire and hemlock, the book i think of first when tiresome people assert that childrens literature lacks ambition and. So, to entertain herself and her sisters, jones started to create her own stories. If you like diana wynne jones you might like similar authors tamora pierce, susan cooper, garth nix, patricia c.

If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Diana wynne jones audio books, best sellers, author bio. Handpicked recommendations to authors who have a similar writing style to diana wynne jones. Leguin lois mcmaster bujold mercedes lackey georgette heyer jane yolen dodie smith jasper fforde vivian vande velde neil gaiman sherwood smith ann leckie. It was a runnerup for the annual boston globehorn book award and it won the phoenix award twenty years later, recognising its rise from relative obscurity. Like many good writers, diana wynne jones, who has died aged 76 of cancer, worked for long years in relative obscurity, in her case sustained as. The eldest daughter of rather strict parents, she and her two younger sisters were allowed to read nothing more than the classics, histories, and the like. Over the years, the english writer has been best known for. This was a good 20 years before harry potter, and the author was diana wynne jones who later said mildly of j. I hadnt heard of xinran before this top 5 but i had to go hunting for an x and so an x i found. According to her, diana began writing during the 1960s in order to maintain her own sanity while raising her children. Wynne jones belongs to an elect clan of the most treasured of british authors, creating her own unique brand of fantasy the guardian. As with many authors, diana wynne jones discovered storytelling as a child. Authors similar to diana wynne jones literaturemap.

Diana wynne jones at her finest family feuds and chaos, magic with hilarious results and some of the most original ideas ever to appear between the covers of a book. Diana wynne jones primary author only author division. She principally wrote fantasy and speculative fiction novels for children and young adults some of her betterknown works are the chrestomanci series, the dalemark series. Authors similar to diana wynne jones literature map. Diana wynne jones 16 august 1934 26 march 2011 a british writer, principally of fantasy novels for children and adults, as well as a small amount of nonfiction. Diana wynne jones was the awardwinning author of over forty novels for adults and children, among them howls moving castle, which was turned into an academy awardnominated animated film by director hayao miyazaki.

She principally wrote fantasy and speculative fiction novels for children and young adults. Jun 19, 2008 wizards and witchery abound in the wickedly funny fantasy novels of diana wynne jones. Nov 24, 2016 for the record, i have rarely heard other fantasy writers openly critique harry potter. Diana wynne jones is currently considered a single author. Dianas been my friend since about 1985, but i was a fan of hers since i read charmed life in about 1978, aged 17. She is the author of the chrestomanci and dalemark quartet series. I plowed through the chrestomanci series like it was a drug, something i havent done. The family moved around a lot, finally settling in rural essex.

It introduced me to the elements i came to love about her books. The two of them were friends as well as fellow authors. Diana wynne jones books list of books by author diana wynne. Tamora pierce robin mc kinley patricia c wrede diane duane gail carson levine megan whalen turner c wrede patricia mercedes lackey robin mc kinley, s november sherwood smith. Books by diana wynne jones authors like diana wynne jones. The closer two writers are, the more likely someone will like both of them. While excellent advice generally, i think we can get a little more granular than that. Kid lit authors a k this category is for questions and answers related to jones, diana wynne, as asked by users of. Diana wynne jones 16 august 1934 26 march 2011 was a british novelist, poet, academic. I cant say im overcome with emotion as personal as some of her work is to me, its not like i knew her after all but i wish i could put into words how i feel about her no longer being out there, writing new adventures and laughing at all of us. Instead of taking a regular job, she joined the peace corps and was sent to india 19631965. The lives of christopher chant by diana wynne jones when times are hard i always return to diana wynne jones, the british author of primarily childrens fantasy, who remains one of the wildest and most delightful imaginations i have ever come across. She won the carnegie commendation, the boston globehorn book award, the guardian childrens fiction prize, and the world. Over the years, the english writer has been best known for the chrestomanci series, featuring the powerful.

Readalikes for diana wynne jones if you like diana. Diana wynne jones was born in august 1934 in london, where she had a chaotic and unsettled childhood against the background of world war ii. Books by diana wynne jones authors like diana wynne. Her way of gently and notsogently subverting established tropes while working within the established framework of the genre left an indelible mark on literature, and her combination of whimsy, wry humor, and heart make her books beloved of.