Category Archives: The Book Trilogy

The ever info-full Chris sends over these new UK book covers for the three His Dark Materials novels, designed to tie in with the movie of The Golden Compass out this winter. They all feature the Lyra and Iorek poster … Continue reading →

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Northern Lights wins Carnegie of Carnegies

Posted on June 22, 2007 by Ian

The first book of the His Dark Materials trilogy, Northern Lights, has been awarded the ‘great book’ title – the best children’s book from the last 70 years of Carnegie medal winners. You can read more here.

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Northern Lights nominated for Carnegie of Carnegies

Posted on April 20, 2007 by Ian

The CILIP (Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals) is holding an online poll to find the ultimate Carnegie Medal winner to mark the 70th anniversary of the literary award. Northern Lights, which won the award in 1995, features as … Continue reading →

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Inside His Dark Materials documentary

Posted on March 2, 2007 by Will

The Inside His Dark Materials documentary is now available to watch streaming (download with login) on Teachers’ TV. The documentary is a “celebratory tribute” to Philip Pullman and his books. It features an interview with the author himself as well … Continue reading →

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Could you live without His Dark Materials?

Posted on February 28, 2007 by Will

Britons have placed Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials in eighth place in a vote for “books you can’t live without.” Pride and Prejudice took top place, but Pullman is one of few contemporary authors in the top 20; the only … Continue reading →

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