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Wingfeather starter kits!

Featherheads! Do you know somebody whom you know would love, LOVE the Wingfeather Saga, but they kind of haven't gotten around to reading it yet? Would you like some help indoctrinating them? Behold, the brand-new Wingfeather Saga Starter Kit:Wingfeather Saga Starter KitYep, that is the short film on DVD (an excellent indoctrination tool!), plus stickers and a bookmark and even a pack of character cards—and those cards include two blanks, so they can write themselves into the story or come up with a character of their own. You can get this awesome gift at the Rabbit Room. :-)

This week, Madame Sidler will be reading chapters 87-90 in The Warden and the Wolf King. Come back on Friday for an excerpt! Meanwhile, there are some great conversations happening in the forum.Andrew's Christmas tour is in full swing! They just completed the first run and are taking a breather before diving back in on Wednesday. Find out if they'll be near you by checking out Andrew's music site.

Behold the Lamb, year 19!

No automatic alt text available.This Wednesday, Andrew & crew hit the road for their nineteenth annual Christmas tour, Behold the Lamb of God. Asher's coming with, along with all the usual suspects and special guest Scott Mulvahill. This tour is a big deal—full band, in-the-round songs followed by the entire Christmas story from Passover to the birth of the Messiah. "The true tall tale of the coming of Christ," Andrew calls it. If they're going to be anywhere near you, please go.And if they aren't—well, you can gather up all your friends and family for a live-streamed private party on December 10, live at the historic Ryman Auditorium. :-)Here's Andrew (and a pumpkin) to tell you more!https://www.facebook.com/andrewpetersonmusic/videos/1118239028351528/Dates and ticket info for the rest of the tour can be found at Andrew's music site!

This week, Madame Sidler will be reading chapters 81-86 of The Warden and the Wolf King. Join us on Friday for an excerpt, and all week in the forum for good conversations. :-)

Igibys three: More costumes!

We missed a costume photo last time! Check this out: Three siblings dressed as three siblings. :-) Great job, Lancaster kids! I love your smiles. :-)Image may contain: 3 people, people smiling, people standing and indoor

This week, Madame Sidler will be reading chapters 74-80 of The Warden and the Wolf King. Check back on Friday for an excerpt and discussion! Meanwhile, we've got a few great ongoing conversations in the forum.If you've already finished the series and are itching to talk about the ending, come over here. And if you'd like to get in on a group project, we've got one for you! Not finished reading yet? Just poke your head into the forums and see what sounds like fun. There are conversations about everything from first book to last, and we can't wait to meet you.

Calling all Chroniclers!

Dear Wingfeather Scholars and  Appreciators of the Strange, Neat, and/or Yummy, Chris Wall and I have a grand adventure for you! There are things in the works behind the scenes at Shining Isle Productions... and while we aren't quite ready for a wide reveal yet, you can help us with something very important.When translating a story from a book (which relies a lot on your own imagination, no matter how descriptive the writing is) to a visual medium (like a graphic novel or an animated adaptation on screen), some aspects of storytelling change. One thing we're looking at is how to drop little clues into the early parts of the story which prepare viewers for big realizations later. Another thing we're looking at is what events are happening at the same time, but in different locations. Knowing these things helps the animators tell a stronger story, and it helps us ratchet up the suspense—like the last minute of the short film, where the scene cuts from the Igibys sitting down to dinner, to Gnorm, and then to—well, if you haven't seen it yet, no spoilers. ;-) [But you can watch here!]Ferreting all this stuff out promises, in the words of Jennifer Trafton, "Glory! Heroism! Adventure!" And a whole lot of nerdery, which is one of my favorite things. :-) So come on up to the Historical Archives section of the Great Library. I've reserved us a dusty corner where we can surround ourselves with books, tea, large lengths of parchment, and perhaps some dried plumyums (no juiciness near the books, please! But snacks are important in any historical endeavor).Warning! This project will be super spoilery, since we'll be talking about everything in the series at once. Please only dive in if you've read all the books! I would hate for you to discover things out of order; that's so discouraging. If you haven't read the books yet but want to help, then, in the words of Jinto Qweb, "Hurry! Reading is fun!" We'll be working on this for awhile, and you can join us as soon as you're done. :-)And now: Onward! to the Archives and Victory!

This week, Madame Sidler will be reading chapters 71-73 (and the following interlude) in The Warden and the Wolf King. Join us on Friday for an excerpt and discussion! And meanwhile, do join us in the forum—there are lots of fun conversations happening, no matter where you're at in the books!

Costume roundup

Hey Featherheads! Did you do any dressing up last week? I love seeing the Wingfeather costumes that pop up every year. Here are a few:Aren't these so fun? Thanks to both of you for sending them in! I know there have been others posted online as well. Andrew and I love seeing your artistry. :-)

This week, Madame Sidler will be reading chapters 62-70 in The Warden and the Wolf King. Come back on Friday for an excerpt and discussion! And meanwhile, we'll see you in the forum. :-)

Andrew in the UK

Andrew's headed off to England and Wales this week! Is he coming anywhere near you?https://www.instagram.com/p/BpaRItxFxui/?taken-by=andrewpetersonmusicYou can check out his music site for more details and ticket information!

This week, Madame Sidler will be reading chapters 55-61 (including the preceding interlude) from The Warden and the Wolf King. Check back on Friday for an excerpt, and to share one of your own!Costume call! If you, your siblings, your friends, your dog, or your kids are dressing up as characters from the Saga this week, you can email us photos (or tag Andrew on social media) to be featured on the site next week! Find Andrew's email on the Art By You page.

Flykten mot Isvidderna!

Fun news, Featherheads! North! Or Be Eaten is now available in SWEDISH. Said a reviewer for the Swedish edition of On the Edge, ”En skatt för både barn och vuxna!”Check out this gorgeous cover.https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo1Ar2aB-gf/?taken-by=librisforlagEscape to the Glaciers, as the title now reads, joins The Darkness over Aerwiar in anticipation of book three. I'm not yet sure how to order copies from the United States, but your librarian is on the case. (You can order here from over thirty other countries, including Canada and Australia.)

This week, Madame Sidler will be reading chapters 50-54 of The Warden and the Wolf King. Come back on Friday for an excerpt and discussion! Meanwhile, we'll see you in the forum. :-)

The stories are true.