About Books & Literature: Focus on Fairy Tales

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Books & Literature From Megan Romer, your About Books & Literature Editor They say that this time of year, the thin veil between the spirit world and the human world is lifted, and beings from the other side -- be they ghosts, goblins, or fairies -- slip on over and cause mischief and mayhem. (Note to all 12-year-old boys who are reading this: no one will believe you if you try to blame the neighborhood's smashed pumpkins on pixies.) Grimm's Fairy Tales Grimm's classic fairy tales are the perfect ones to read during the spooky Halloween season: far from their Disney-fied descendants, they tend to be scary, bordering on horrifying. Hans Christian Andersen and his Fairy Tales Andrew Lang's The Blue Fairy Book See More About:  fairy tales  brothers grimm  children's books Celtic Fairy Tales Fairy tales and other stories of supernatural beings occur in cultures around the world. I think it's great fun to read foreign ones and compare them to the ones I already know -- it's amazing to discover how many common themes and plots occur in the stories of far-removed cultures! Yoshitoshi Taiso's Ghosts and Demons The Arabian Nights, Translated by Sir Richard Burton Different Shades of Snow White Over the years, Snow White has remained a favorite fairy tale character, particularly for film producers. Check out some of these different Snow Whites (or is that "Snows White?") who've made their presence known in literature and film in the last 150 years. Cinderella, Cinderella Modern Fairy Tales for Teen Girls 60 Second Fairy Tales Bored? Here's a fun improv game that anyone can play. If you're looking for a fun idea for a Halloween party game, this is a great one that fits right in with the theme. Top 5 Animated Films Based on Fairy Tales Travel The German Fairy Tale Road ' See More About:  improv games  fairy tales  drama activities Books & Literature Ads Books Fairy Tales Children S Books Buy Books Online Book Club Books Featured Articles Review: 'The Stranger's Child' by Alan Hollinghurst How To Put Together a Poetry Manuscript for Publication Ways To Read Digital Comic Books 10 Suggestions for JManga.com Ancient Chinese Proverbs Monkeys (Nearly) Write Shakespeare's Complete Works   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Books & Literature newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Read Some Lesser-Known Fairy Tales Munachar and Manachar Brides On Their Trial March's Ears Advertisement