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Discover a collection of news articles featuring author Katherine Arden, offering valuable insights into her writing process, the themes woven into her works, and her significant influence on readers. Explore a range of articles that delve into Arden's literary achievements, her unique narrative style, and the reception of her books.

Century signs Arden's 'powerful' First World War novel Katherine Arden's "The Warm Hands of Ghosts," a historical fiction novel set during World War I with elements of magical realism, follows siblings Freddie and Laura's extraordinary journey amid war's challenges, memory loss, and enigmatic encounters, slated for release in March 2024. The Bookseller Book signing in West Lebanon, NH Vermont author Katherine Arden opens Barnes and Noble in New Hampshire, signing books from her "Winternight Trilogy" for adults and "Small Spaces" children's horror series, NBC5 Q & A with Katherine Arden Katherine Arden concludes her captivating middle-grade horror series "Small Spaces," with a Q and A delving into the intriguing dynamics of fear for young readers, skillfully portraying the lasting impact of characters' traumatic experiences, intricately involving parents in the plot, and masterfully crafting concise yet atmospheric stories that unfold across the changing seasons. Publishers Weekly ‘Small Spaces’ author visits New Buffalo Middle School Author Katherine Arden engages New Buffalo Middle School students, sharing her journey from idea to book creation, inspired by a bus ride's eerie fog, as she discusses her middle-reader series "Small Spaces," highlighting the writing process, character development, and the collaborative efforts that make books come to life, while addressing student questions about book-to-movie adaptations and her future projects, during a presentation funded by a grant from The Pokagon Fund. Harbor Country News 35 Best Winter Themed Books for Cold Days Katherine Arden's "The Bear and The Nightingale" shines as a fantasy gem in a list of best winter-themed books, noted for its Russian fairy tale setting and the beloved Winternight trilogy series. Jules Buono Austen, Demons, Gorgons, Shakespeare: Seven Novels That Reimagine Classic Stories CrimeReads features Katherine Arden among a curated list of authors celebrating the enduring appeal of retellings and reimaginings, exploring how beloved classics from mythology to Shakespeare can be transformed into fresh, powerful new stories. CrimeReads Beyond the Book: Katherine Arden's 'The Strangest Fish' In her picture book debut, Katherine Arden talks with Publishers Weekly about writing for very young readers, her creative process, and how her dog Moose inspires her fiction — from the Winternight trilogy to her new Astra Young Readers title. Publishers Weekly My Favourite Fantasy Books of the Last 10 Years The Express spotlights its favorite fantasy reads of the past decade, with Katherine Arden's beloved Winternight Trilogy earning recognition as a standout work of the genre. The Express Katherine Arden in Conversation About Evil, Memory, and the First World War In this interview with The Bookseller, Katherine Arden discusses her World War I novel The Warm Hands of Ghosts — exploring themes of evil, memory, and the challenge of saying something true and honest about history through fiction. The Bookseller Firsts: A Q&A with Katherine Arden Austin Monthly sits down with Katherine Arden for an interview about her journey as a writer, from her Texas roots and studies at Middlebury College to becoming a New York Times bestselling author of beloved fantasy and horror novels. Austin Monthly Midd Grad Katherine Arden Builds a Literary Career Vermont's Seven Days profiles Middlebury College graduate Katherine Arden, tracing her unlikely path from aspiring translator and farm worker in Hawaii to New York Times bestselling author of the Winternight Trilogy and the Small Spaces middle-grade horror series. Seven Days Vermont Katherine Arden's Russian-Inspired Winternight Trilogy The Columbus Dispatch reviews Katherine Arden's acclaimed Winternight Trilogy, celebrating the series' rich blend of Russian folklore, medieval history, and lyrical fantasy storytelling centered on the fierce heroine Vasilisa Petrovna. The Columbus Dispatch Vermont Author Katherine Arden Nominated for Hugo Award Seven Days Vermont reports that Waterbury author Katherine Arden has been nominated for a Hugo Award — one of speculative fiction's highest honors — for her Winternight Trilogy in the Best Series category at the World Science Fiction Convention. Seven Days Vermont Review: Small Spaces by Katherine Arden Book Riot reviews Katherine Arden's middle-grade horror debut Small Spaces, praising its atmospheric tension, well-crafted characters, and Arden's skill at crafting a genuinely terrifying story for young readers that resonates far beyond its age category. Book Riot Katherine Arden's Winternight Trilogy: A Heady Mix of Politics, Spirits & Wars in Old Russia HuffPost India explores Katherine Arden's Winternight Trilogy, examining how the series weaves Russian folklore, medieval history, and political intrigue into a sweeping fantasy that blends mythological spirits with the real history of 14th-century Rus'. HuffPost Top 10 Books of 2024 The Harvard Crimson's Arts Board names The Warm Hands of Ghosts one of the best books of 2024, praising Katherine Arden's ability to masterfully blend historical fiction with magical realism in her haunting Great War novel. The Harvard Crimson The Best Books to Read in February 2024 The Washington Post highlights Katherine Arden's The Warm Hands of Ghosts as one of the most anticipated reads of February 2024, spotlighting her hauntingly beautiful World War I novel as a must-read of the month. The Washington Post 10 Fantasy Novels That Will Have You Feeling the Winter Chill BookTrib features Katherine Arden's work in a roundup of the best wintery fantasy novels, celebrating her atmospheric storytelling and ability to transport readers into cold, magical worlds that linger long after the last page. BookTrib