In a career spanning four decades, award-winning author Diana Wynne Jones (1934–2011) wrote more than forty books of fantasy for young readers. Characterized by magic, multiple universes, witches, and wizards—and a charismatic nine-lived enchanter—her books are filled with unlimited imagination, dazzling plots, and an effervescent sense of humor that earned her legendary status in the world of fantasy. Her books, published to international acclaim, have earned a wide array of honors, including two Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Honors and the British Fantasy Society’s Karl Edward Wagner Award for having made a significant impact on fantasy. Acclaimed director and animator Hayao Miyazaki adapted Howl’s Moving Castle into a major motion picture, which was nominated for an Academy Award.
A marvelous, mysterious adventure...an enjoyable puzzle...Another piece of fun from a master of whimsy. - School Library Journal
An immensely enjoyable and dramatic story which should not be missed. - Times Literary Supplement (London)
A smooth blend of myth and reality, a task that Jones performs with ease and assurance. - Publishers Weekly
Filled with tension and intrigue...A rich complexity distinguishes Jones storytelling. - ALA Booklist
