Book description
Hour of the Pumpkin Queen: Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Megan Shepherd has turned a beloved classic into a lush, immersive experience that feels both familiar and fresh. From the moment you open this Barnes & Noble exclusive, the book's visual charm shines through its uniquely colored cover, stenciled edges, and specially designed endpapers-each detail a nod to Burton's signature aesthetic.
The story follows Sally, now Queen of Halloween Town, as she grapples with royal duties, family life, and the weight of her own insecurities. Shepherd masterfully balances humor and heart, letting readers feel the strain of leadership while still celebrating the quirky camaraderie that defines this world. When a potion demonstration goes awry, Sally and her rag-doll apprentice Luna tumble into Time Town-a realm where clocks run amok and every moment feels precious.
What makes this sequel truly stand out is its exploration of time as both a narrative device and an emotional theme. As Sally races to restore the broken clock, she confronts questions about destiny, sacrifice, and what it means to choose your own future. Shepherd's prose is crisp yet evocative; each town they visit feels like a new chapter in Burton's cinematic universe, while still maintaining the cozy intimacy of the original film.
Fans will appreciate the nods to familiar characters-Jack Skellington, Sally herself-and the fresh introduction of Luna adds a delightful layer of mentorship and growth. The pacing is brisk, yet Shepherd never rushes through the emotional beats; you're given enough time to root for Sally's triumphs and feel her doubts.
In sum, Hour of the Pumpkin Queen is a delightful blend of adventure, introspection, and visual splendor. It honors the legacy of The Nightmare Before Christmas while charting new territory in the lives of its beloved characters. Whether you're revisiting the world of Halloween Town or discovering it for the first time, this exclusive edition promises an enchanting ride that will linger long after the final page is turned.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience