The Mozart Question

A young journalist, Lesley, gets the chance of a lifetime to interview the famous violinist Paolo Levi. Before she goes, she is warned not to ask "The Mozart Question."

When she begins the interview she tells Levi that she was told not to ask the 'Mozart Question' and promises not to, since she has no idea what it is. Levi ponders her words for a while and finally responds, "I will tell you a story. After it is over, you will need to ask me no more questions. Someone once told me that all secrets are lies. The time has come, I think, not to lie anymore."

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Paddington Bear Turns Fifty

When a small bear from Darkest Peru first arrived at Paddington Station in 1958, no one would have predicted that he would become one of the most well-loved of celebrity bears. Now, with his 50th Anniversary fast approaching, his publishers are planning a special celebration.

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Graphic Novel Writing and Illustration Contest at Saskatoon Store

Write and illustrate your own 10-15 page graphic novel, with original characters, story, and artwork. Content must be appropriate for ages 10-14.

The contest is open to anyone ages 10-14.

Submission deadline is August 9, 2008. 1st, 2nd and 3rd-place winners will be contacted August 16. All submissions must be left at the Kids Desk in an envelope marked with the author/illustrator’s name, age, address, phone number, and parent’s name.

Submissions may be retrieved after August 16, 2008.

Have fun, and good luck!

To check out some inspiring graphic novels that have already been published, click here.

The Proof that Ghosts Exist by Carol Matas and Perry Nodelman

Through many generations, the Barnett family men have died just before their 35th birthdays. Molly and Adam are aware of this gruesome statistic, and as their own Barnett father approaches his 35th, the two young people are becoming increasingly apprehensive.

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