Francesca Zappia Reihenfolge der Bücher

Flâneurs results from curatorial research carried out by independent curator Francesca Zappia within the plethoric collection of the Centre national des arts plastiques, which focused on the contested notions of copies, appropriations and quotations. Drawing on art and design objects from the nineteenth century to today, she shows how reproductions of artworks can be considered as objects with a cultural value of their own and be regarded in the same way as the originals. (Verlagshomepage)

The villagers of Greymist Fair know that the woods are a dangerous and magical place, and that they should never set foot off the road. But when a young tailor discovers a body, her search for the culprit reveals even more strange and dark happenings around her town. From acclaimed author Francesca Zappia, Greymist Fair is a suspenseful and inventive murder-mystery infused with magic and inspired by the lesser-known fairytales of the Brothers Grimm. Two roads lead into a dark forest. They meet at Greymist Fair, the village hidden in the trees, a place kept alive by the families that never leave. The people of Greymist Fair know the woods are a dangerous and magical place, and to set foot off the road is to invite trouble. When Heike, the village's young tailor, discovers a body on the road, she goes looking for who is responsible. But her quest only leads to more strange happenings around Greymist Fair. Inspired by the original, bloody, lesser-known fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm, acclaimed author Francesca Zappia crafts an enthralling murder-mystery that will keep readers turning the pages. Told from multiple points of view, with each narrative building on the crime discovered by Heike, Greymist Fair examines the themes of childhood fears, growing into adult responsibilities, and finding a place to call home amid the trials of life and death. Features chapter decorations by the author throughout, as well as a map.

In chapters that alternate between the past and the present, Cat slowly recalls her life before she and her classmates were trapped inside School, where half of them are mutating, everyone is fearful, and self-destruction seems to be the only means of escape.

"Addamsville is full of ghosts. They haunt the old coal mine, take long walks along the lake, and spy from the storefronts. In Addamsville, ghosts and their stories are a way of life, attracting the visitors who keep this small town alive. But Zora knows that the ghosts are real and not some tourist trap. And she knows what else lies hidden in the darkness. Now Zora is being framed for a crime she didn't commit. With the supernatural running amok, she must track down the true culprit, clear her name, and protect her family and friends--her entire town--frome creatures set on destruction. But in a small town obsessed with ghosts, getting people to believe the truth might prove to be impossible."--Back cover

Eighteen-year-old Eliza Mirk is the anonymous creator of the popular webcomic Monstrous Sea, but her life begins to unravel when a new boy at school, Wallace Warland, encourages her to step away from her online world. In reality, Eliza is shy, quirky, and friendless, while online she thrives as LadyConstellation, celebrated by millions. As she starts to explore the possibility of a life offline with Wallace, her carefully constructed world begins to collapse when her secret identity is revealed. This acclaimed novel intertwines themes of art, fandom, and self-discovery, showcasing Eliza's struggle to balance her online persona with her real-life experiences. Featuring pages from her webcomic and snippets from online forums, the book resonates with fans of graphic novels and contemporary YA fiction. It has been recognized as a Best Book by the Young Adult Library Services Association and has garnered accolades from various literary sources, making it a must-read for those who appreciate the magic of storytelling and the bonds formed through shared passions.

Es gibt keine Gewissheit ... Alex hört Stimmen, spricht mit Gegenständen und manchmal auch mit Hummern. Als sie neu an die Schule kommt, zählt für sie nur eines: den Abschluss zu schaffen und an einem guten College angenommen zu werden, ohne dass jemand merkt, was mit ihr los ist. Doch dann begegnet sie Miles – und ist geschockt, denn seine blauen Augen erinnern sie an eine Begebenheit aus ihrer Kindheit, die sie für eine Halluzination hielt. Ist Miles der Junge, dem Alex als Kind im Supermarkt begegnete? Mit dem sie gemeinsam Hummer aus einem Aquarium befreite? Und ist es wahr, dass Schuldirektor McCoy einen Mord an ihm plant? Oder hat sie sich ihn und das alles nur ausgedacht?