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Dear Bruce Coville,
I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart.
When I was in elementary school I HATED reading. I wouldn't touch a book with a thirty-nine-and-a-half foot pole if I did not have to. The main reason behind this is the fact that I have dyslexia, which made reading really difficult for me.
It was your books that changed my life. In the 6th grade my teacher had the class read the first book in your Rod Albright alien adventure series. I absolutely fell in love with your book, and I found myself reading ahead at home.
After I read the first book, I made my dad take me to the library to get the rest of the series and I even ended up finishing the whole series in the time it took the class to read the first book. The day I came to class and realized that, is one of the proudest moments in my life because of how impossible I thought I would be for me.
That day was over six years ago, and Im still reading. I cant even imagine how horrible it would be if I never realized how great reading is. The love of reading your books gave me, helped me overcome part of my dyslexia, for which I cant thank you enough.
-Loryn
I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart.
When I was in elementary school I HATED reading. I wouldn't touch a book with a thirty-nine-and-a-half foot pole if I did not have to. The main reason behind this is the fact that I have dyslexia, which made reading really difficult for me.
It was your books that changed my life. In the 6th grade my teacher had the class read the first book in your Rod Albright alien adventure series. I absolutely fell in love with your book, and I found myself reading ahead at home.
After I read the first book, I made my dad take me to the library to get the rest of the series and I even ended up finishing the whole series in the time it took the class to read the first book. The day I came to class and realized that, is one of the proudest moments in my life because of how impossible I thought I would be for me.
That day was over six years ago, and Im still reading. I cant even imagine how horrible it would be if I never realized how great reading is. The love of reading your books gave me, helped me overcome part of my dyslexia, for which I cant thank you enough.
-Loryn
Reply by Bruce Coville
Loryn -
This is the kind of response a writer for young readers lives for. Truly, I could not hope for any better affirmation of my work than this. I am so delighted to know that my fanciful stories were part of your journey to reading.
Thanks for sharing this.
Humbled and honored,
BC
This is the kind of response a writer for young readers lives for. Truly, I could not hope for any better affirmation of my work than this. I am so delighted to know that my fanciful stories were part of your journey to reading.
Thanks for sharing this.
Humbled and honored,
BC
Hi Bruce,
Since the Unicorn Chronicles is finished have you thought about making a new chronicles with one of the characters from the Unicorn Chronicles? Sorry if that sounds confusing. I think it would be great to read a series about Grimwold or Thomas The Tinker, how their story began.
I hope all is well,
~Amanda
Since the Unicorn Chronicles is finished have you thought about making a new chronicles with one of the characters from the Unicorn Chronicles? Sorry if that sounds confusing. I think it would be great to read a series about Grimwold or Thomas The Tinker, how their story began.
I hope all is well,
~Amanda
Reply by Bruce Coville
Hi, Amanda -
That was my original intent when I designed the series . . . that I could go on and tell stories about many of the other characters, up and down the history of Luster. Unfortunately, the publisher (Scholastic) has not been supportive of this. I bear some responsibility, as it took me so long to finish the third and fourth books. But there are so many more stories that I wanted to tell!
BC
That was my original intent when I designed the series . . . that I could go on and tell stories about many of the other characters, up and down the history of Luster. Unfortunately, the publisher (Scholastic) has not been supportive of this. I bear some responsibility, as it took me so long to finish the third and fourth books. But there are so many more stories that I wanted to tell!
BC
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Reply by Bruce Coville
Hi, Walker -
Glad to know you love SPACE BRAT. I had so much fun writing that one!
BC
Glad to know you love SPACE BRAT. I had so much fun writing that one!
BC
Hello Mr. Coville. I was unknowingly a big fan of yours when I was little. I was a ravenous reader and would read anything I could get my hands on in grade school. I didn't realize until later that so many of my favorites were written by yourself. My favorite book as a kid was the first Unicorn Chronicles book and I didn't find out about there being more (besides A Glory of Unicorns) until I was in college. I read them and then waited for The Last Hunt to come to paperback... and waited... and waited... and now I am worried that I'll never be able to read this as the price for the hardback is rather unreasonable. Is there anything that can be done? I am disabled with muscular dystrophy so I have plenty of time on my hands.
Reply by Bruce Coville
Hi, Josh -
Thanks for this message. I am truly sorry about the unavailability of LAST HUNT. Scholastic, for reasons I have never understood, failed to release a paperback edition. I am still angry and hurt by this myself.
Do you ever listen to audiobooks? LAST HUNT =is= available in audiobook format, recorded unabridged by myself and a full cast.
All best,
BC
Thanks for this message. I am truly sorry about the unavailability of LAST HUNT. Scholastic, for reasons I have never understood, failed to release a paperback edition. I am still angry and hurt by this myself.
Do you ever listen to audiobooks? LAST HUNT =is= available in audiobook format, recorded unabridged by myself and a full cast.
All best,
BC
I started reading the series in... 5th? Grade. I actually found the first book while cleaning out my bedroom from my childhood. After reading it again I got online so I could start purchasing 2-4. Im a bit shocked at how expensive the 4th one is!!! Is there any reason why is 40-45 dollars? The 2nd and 3rd ones are only 3 or 4 dollars in some places! I really want to finish the series because I remember the first time reading that book, my class had gone on a field trip but for some reason I couldnt go. So I spent my day in another class losing myself in it! Hope to hear from you.
Reply by Bruce Coville
Hi, Mandy -
I am also shocked and angry about the cost of the fourth book. The reason for this also angers me. It is that, for reasons I cannot understand, Scholastic never released a paperback edition. You'll notice that the high prices you're seeing are all from re-sellers. That is because the book is out of print and copies are hard to come by.
It broke my heart that Scholastic was so cavalier about this. And I think they have been manifestly unfair to the fans who have been waiting to read this book.
I am so sorry for this situation.
Sincerely
Bruce Coville
I am also shocked and angry about the cost of the fourth book. The reason for this also angers me. It is that, for reasons I cannot understand, Scholastic never released a paperback edition. You'll notice that the high prices you're seeing are all from re-sellers. That is because the book is out of print and copies are hard to come by.
It broke my heart that Scholastic was so cavalier about this. And I think they have been manifestly unfair to the fans who have been waiting to read this book.
I am so sorry for this situation.
Sincerely
Bruce Coville
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Hi Bruce! I bought "A Midsummer Night's Dream" for my daughters a number of years ago and went this past week to buy the remaining adaptations you've been a part of... they are next to impossible to find! I've used them in the past when teaching elementary students the different stories of Shakespeare and LOVE them. All my classroom copies have diasappeared over the years and I really want copies for home... any chance of them being reissued/republished?
Reply by Bruce Coville
Hi, Shelayne -
Writing those Shakespeare adaptations was one of the greatest joys of my career. Alas, except for MIDSUMMER, they're all out of print now. I do have copies of ROMEO & JULIET, TWELFTH NIGHT, and WINTER'S TALE on hand in the office. (The latter two are not listed on the website as being available as I only have one sales copy left of each.) If you'd like to purchase one or all of them send an email to info@brucecoville.com so we can work out logistics.
I'm delighted that you think so highly of the books!
BC
Writing those Shakespeare adaptations was one of the greatest joys of my career. Alas, except for MIDSUMMER, they're all out of print now. I do have copies of ROMEO & JULIET, TWELFTH NIGHT, and WINTER'S TALE on hand in the office. (The latter two are not listed on the website as being available as I only have one sales copy left of each.) If you'd like to purchase one or all of them send an email to info@brucecoville.com so we can work out logistics.
I'm delighted that you think so highly of the books!
BC
I just want to say thank you. When I was in the 2nd grade, I had to enroll in ESL and your books were a great driving force in helping me improve my reading and writing skills. Space Brat, Rod Albright Alien Adventures, and Bruce Coville's Book of were some of my favorites.
It was two months ago that I begun to ask myself what were my passions. What I found out is that I did not hate writing but I just needed to write about subjects that were interesting to me.
I love that writing gives me the freedom to explore all the possibilities in the world. So far, I have written about 90 pages on a novel I'm working on. I will continue to write and work at my current job until I feel my standards are up to far.
So yes, you did inspire this early 30's something to think out the box. I now know what my passions are. One is to write and inspire people just like you. Thank you.
It was two months ago that I begun to ask myself what were my passions. What I found out is that I did not hate writing but I just needed to write about subjects that were interesting to me.
I love that writing gives me the freedom to explore all the possibilities in the world. So far, I have written about 90 pages on a novel I'm working on. I will continue to write and work at my current job until I feel my standards are up to far.
So yes, you did inspire this early 30's something to think out the box. I now know what my passions are. One is to write and inspire people just like you. Thank you.
Reply by Bruce Coville
Jeff -
Wow, what a lovely message! Thanks for letting me know the impact my stories had on your life. I'm delighted to know that you are pursuing an interest in writing now. Let the inspiration flow!
BC
Wow, what a lovely message! Thanks for letting me know the impact my stories had on your life. I'm delighted to know that you are pursuing an interest in writing now. Let the inspiration flow!
BC
For our summer reading activity Riley and I are trying to finish reading our way through your books. We have 45 left to read (well 47 once Goblins on the Prowl and Diary of a Mad Brownie are published) and we were wondering if you had any tips where we should start next. We still have to read The Sixth Grade Alien Series, The Space Brat Series, Bruce Coville's Books Of, The Young Adult Novels, Chamber of Horrors, Camp Haunted Hills, The AI Gang,The Dark Abyss, Mountain of Stolen Dreams and Night of the Two New Moons. Thanks in Advance your friends Riley and Nikki
Reply by Bruce Coville
Hi, Nicole and Riley . . .
I woul start with SPACE BRAT as the most age-appropriate (and probably the funniest) and then move on to CAMP HAUNTED HILLS. After that, go to SIXTH GRADE ALIEN, with possibly the BOOKS OF to take an occasional break with short stories.
HAve fun!!
BC
I woul start with SPACE BRAT as the most age-appropriate (and probably the funniest) and then move on to CAMP HAUNTED HILLS. After that, go to SIXTH GRADE ALIEN, with possibly the BOOKS OF to take an occasional break with short stories.
HAve fun!!
BC
Hey Bruce! I just wanted to let you know that the guy who answers your audio book company's number is great! Probably the best conversation of my life. From his witty Anecdotes to his flawless impressions, I was quite literally laughing out loud! I will probably be telling my grandchildren about that call!
Reply by Bruce Coville
Hey, Andrew -
Glad to hear this. That guy may well have been the funniest guy to ever work in my office. Alas, he was recently eaten by a dinosaur previously considered to be an herbivore. I guess he was just too green for his own good. IT was a sad loss.
BC
Glad to hear this. That guy may well have been the funniest guy to ever work in my office. Alas, he was recently eaten by a dinosaur previously considered to be an herbivore. I guess he was just too green for his own good. IT was a sad loss.
BC