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“When you‘re scared but you still do it anyway, that‘s brave.”

Coraline by Neil Gaiman could be used in a classroom discussion to explore the themes of bravery, identity, and the difference between reality and fantasy. Students could discuss why Coraline chooses her real world over the “perfect” one and what that says about human nature. This would encourage critical thinking about choices, temptation, and appreciating what we have.

Coraline by Neil Gaiman is a speculative fiction book published in 2002. This book explores “what if” questions about human nature, such as “What if you could escape your real life for a perfect world?“ Through the creepy “Other World,” Gaiman shows how the desire for comfort and control can become dangerous. The story reveals that true growth comes from facing fear, accepting imperfection, and valuing reality.

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Good book and cool/kinda creepy illustrations, def recommend reading if you liked the movie! I definitely like the movie more but I am glad I read the book and C enjoyed it too.

I gave Coraline 3 stars. It was a very strange and surreal story—I found myself confused about what was happening through much of it. I read it as part of a book challenge, and while it wasn‘t my usual pick, I did enjoy the dark, creepy atmosphere. The eerie world and unsettling “other mother” were definitely memorable. Overall, it had some interesting moments, but the plot was hard to follow at times.

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Catching up. I finished Coraline on 10/25. Somehow I have never read the book or watched the movie till now. I think the movie might have been slightly creepier than the book, but I enjoyed both. Meme unintentionally also has candles which was my cover hunt prompt for this one. 🕯️ #HauntedShelf #SkeletonCrew #BookSpinBingo #ReadAway2024 #Spookoween #31by31 #LongNights

Audio and I have watched the movie. I love the movie; honestly more so than the book still. The audiobook, read by the author, was really well done overall. The added sound effects was fun, though his voice was monotonous a lot. I‘m trying not to compare to the movie. I can see how the second half gets spookier for the age group it‘s for. Otherwise, as an adult reading a middle aged story, it was well paced and justified in about all Coraline did

Check out this stunning commemorative artwork celebrating the 15th anniversary of “Coraline“, featured on Stumptown‘s cold brew can!

I‘ve seen the movie a hundred times and thought I should finally read the book. It did not disappoint! Even though the movie and book are drastically different, they are both good in their own ways!

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“Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten.”

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🎧Read by the author. Great production.

Bored one day, Coraline opens a door the other side of which is normally blocked off only to find it leads to a replica of her home under the sway of the Other Mother. Can she find her way back to this world or is she trapped in the Other Mother's world?

A talking cat but no Cat King :-( . Otherwise a creepy fun read, though I'm not sure how I would have reacted if it had been available while I was in the target age group.

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Honestly, this sounds tempting! 🖤🪡🩷

My #FaveBookmark is one that I made with the quote, “Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten." by Neil Gaiman in the book, Coraline.

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1. @tiedyedude and I moved to Alaska in July.
2. I'm not sure what the most recent one was, but it might've been Coraline, which I read way back around 2009 while living in California. I love both the book and the movie! #Two4Tuesday @TheSpineView

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Movie: Alice In Wonderland

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“There was nothing in the corner. Nothing but the old door that opened onto the brick wall“

“Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten.“ — Neil Gaiman

Although some people might like to use this book, it terrifies me.

This book can stimulate discussions about contentment, the allure of the unknown, and the importance of home. It's an excellent choice for sparking creative writing projects inspired by the otherworldly

I‘ve had a Saturday night in watching movies while my boyfriend is out at a friend from school‘s birthday party so here‘s my lineup for tonight. We‘ve got some very creepy, some not very creepy, and the surprisingly good Totally Killer that just came out!

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1️⃣ Reese‘s Pumpkins or Russell Stover Marshmallow Pumpkins (dark chocolate or caramel & marshmallow) 🎃

2️⃣ Coraline is a spooky favorite. The movie is on my #Scarathlon watchlist for Team #SpookyGhostClub 👻 but I will probably try to work the audiobook (with Neil Gaiman narrating) in too. 🐀🐀🐀

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I need to reread this book for #Scarathlon
Wonder if I can work it in? 🤔

This was my fourth time rereading this book, and I still absolutely love it! I always am so shocked by how dark this story goes considering it's targeted at kids, but the atmosphere makes the book so eerie and whimsical.
5/5 🌟

What a delight! Bored on a holiday - just like the namesake character, by the way - I picked up this gem and never left the edge of my seat. Gaiman wrote a fantastic story for little people and older people. I look forward to reading more!

neil gaiman is a master…i have read many of his other books but never this small and scary gem. loved it!

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Coraline by Neil Gaiman is a story that follows a young girl, Coraline Jones, as she discovers an alternate universe in her new home. While seeming like the perfect utopia at first, with another mother and father, Coraline quickly realizes the true intentions of her other mother and must find a way to destroy her as she tries to get Coraline to stay in this alternate universe. If you like books that make you feel unsettled, you will like this book

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This is a lovely, sweet, charming story, and also really sinister and creepy. Classic Neil Gaiman. Listened to the audiobook, great narration by Dawn French.

A creepy yet endearing read. I love the movie and finally decided to read the book to fulfill a reading challenge prompt. This is one of those rare times where I love both the movie and the book. Coraline is an unexpected heroine. Calm but acknowledging her fear along the way.

FYI Neil Gaiman has a lovely voice. He narrated the audiobook.

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I could have sworn that I posted this when I listened to this. But anyway, I listened to the Audible version of it. I loved the production of it! It was great!

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Neil Gaiman is such a favourite of mine; I've been wanting to read this book since I watched the film years ago and it definitely didn't disappoint🪡🧵 #Scarathlon #TeamMonsterMash

Love this book more with every re-read. 💜

The mix of creepy with the wonderment of childhood imagination pulls me into this story every time I read it. If you've never read it, do yourself a favor and add it to your TBR.

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