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Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones

Episode Summary

Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. But when she unwittingly attracts the ire of the Witch of the Waste, Sophie finds herself under a horrid spell that transforms her into an old lady. Her only chance at breaking it lies in the ever-moving castle in the hills: the Wizard Howl's castle.

Episode Notes

Enjoy our presentation of Howl's Moving Castle written by Diana Wynne Jones  and published by Greenwillow Books. 

Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. But when she unwittingly attracts the ire of the Witch of the Waste, Sophie finds herself under a horrid spell that transforms her into an old lady. Her only chance at breaking it lies in the ever-moving castle in the hills: the Wizard Howl's castle.

This title is recommended for ages 10+. Please visit Kirkus for more information and reviews: http://bit.ly/HowlReviews

This title is available in the following formats: 

Hoopla Audio: http://bit.ly/HowlHooplaAudio

Libby Ebook: http://bit.ly/HowlLibbyEbook

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Music: Sad Clown (excerpt) by Orquesta Arrecife. Licensed under CC BY-SA 1.0

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