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Fragile Things: Short Fictions and Wonders (Paperback)
"A prodigiously imaginative collection."
—New York Times Book Review, Editor's Choice
"Dazzling tales from a master of the fantastic."
—Washington Post Book World
Fragile Things is a sterling collection of exceptional tales from Neil Gaiman, multiple award-winning (the Hugo, Bram Stoker, Newberry, and Eisner Awards, to name just a few), #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Graveyard Book, Anansi Boys, Coraline, and the groundbreaking Sandman graphic novel series. A uniquely imaginative creator of wonders whose unique storytelling genius has been acclaimed by a host of literary luminaries from Norman Mailer to Stephen King, Gaiman's astonishing powers are on glorious displays in Fragile Things. Enter and be amazed!
About the Author
Neil Gaiman is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty books, including Norse Mythology, Neverwhere, and The Graveyard Book. Among his numerous literary awards are the Newbery and Carnegie medals, and the Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, and Will Eisner awards. Originally from England, he now lives in America.
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"[Gaiman] is a one-man story engine. . . . Fragile Things is a delightful compendium . . . [Gaiman] is indeed a national treasure."
— Washington Post Book World
"The tales of Fragile Things are nibbles and bits of Gaiman's immensely satisfying inner landscape. They are fiercely playful and very grim, wisps of whimsy and wonder buoyed by the happy heart of a tragic poet."
— USA Today
"Charming, at times creepy, and good fun. . . . Well-worth adding to any collection; highly recommended."
— Library Journal
"A prodigiously imaginative collection . . . The best of these clever fantasy metafictions explore the mysteries of artistic inspiration."
— New York Times Book Review, Editor's Choice
"Strange, or sweet, or eerie, or heartfelt stories . . . wonderfully peculiar . . . Gaiman relishes the sacred act of telling stories."
— Entertainment Weekly
"A powerful and oddly unified collection, a perfect introduction to Gaiman's work for new readers and a thrilling reminder to his long-time fans . . . [T]he shorter prose form allows Gaiman a greater freedom of whimsy and provocation than even his graphic work, with stunning results."
— Toronto Star
"Those with a taste for inventive idiosyncracy will find themselves fully rewarded."
— San Francisco Chronicle Book Review
"One delight after another."
— Booklist (starred review)
"Lush prose...and a winning faith in the enchantment of stories. Expect the unexpected. Then savor the chills."
— Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"FRAGILE THINGS is a delightful compendium...[Gaiman] is indeed a national treasure."
— Washington Post Book World
"Fiercely playful and very grim, wisps of whimsy and wonder buoyed by the happy heart of a tragic poet."
— USA Today
"Readers will be reminded most in these stories of that master craftsman...Ray Bradbury...Gothic tales of high caliber."
— Baltimore Sun
"A prodigiously imaginative collection...The best of these clever fantasy metafictions explore the mysteries of artistic inspiration."
— New York Times Book Review


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Applications for vendors being accepted for 7th Annual Windward Ho'olauleaUniversity of Hawaiʻi
Windward Community College
KĀNEʻOHE - Applications are being accepted now from crafts and food vendors for "The 7th Annual Windward Hoʻolauleʻa: A Homegrown Celebration" to be held Saturday, Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Windward Community College in Kāneʻohe.
The event is being coordinated by WCC and the Kaneohe Business Group. Admission is free.
This community-wide, family-friendly event features a day of top-name entertainment, ʻono ethnic food, crafts, keiki games, a white elephant and used book sale, and community displays and activities to showcase WCC's programs, art gallery and the high-tech Imaginarium.
New this year will be a silent auction with proceeds going to benefit students and programs at Windward Community College. Among the items for bid will be special activities for families and gift certificates from restaurants, other businesses and WCC events.
Among the featured performers (with more to come) will be the popular group Kapena and Holunape, 2006 Na Hoku Hanohano winners for Group of the Year and Hawaiian Language Performance.
"The Hoʻolauleʻa has become one of the biggest community events on the Windward side, with something for the whole family," said chair Janis Y. Chun. "We're excited about spotlighting the homegrown talents of our musicians and crafters, with special emphasis on Hawaiian cultural activities."
This year the event will be part of the "Celebrate Kaneʻohe" series of activities to recognize the people and programs of the area.
The crafts booth fee will be $120 if reserved by Aug. 15, or $150 after Aug. 15, with tents and lights provided for a booth size of 10 x 10 feet.
"We're especially interested in handcrafted, made-in-Hawaiʻi items," said chair Sheri Tamamoto. "This will be a chance for crafters to showcase their unique wares to an island-wide audience of residents and visitors." Call her at 754-4211 for details or email email@example.com.
The cost for a food booth will be $400 if reserved by Aug. 15, or $450 after that date, with access to electricity and water. At last year's Hoʻolauleʻa, the array of island food included everything from Hawaiian, Japanese, Chinese and stew plates to garlic shrimp, pizza and shave ice. Food vendors can contact chair Gerrene Yukuno at 358-2685 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Not-for-profit community organizations who want to provide information about their groups can participate for a $25 donation. Call Gordon Miyamoto at 235-7747 by Aug. 31 to reserve a space.
Proceeds from the event will go to WCC's College Advancement Fund to benefit students and programs and to provide seed money for future Hoʻolauleʻa.
"We're very grateful for the tremendous community support of this event," said WCC Chancellor Angela Meixell. "It's a way to highlight the people and programs of the Windward side, including the educational opportunities at WCC." For more details and applications, go to http://www.wcc.hawaii.edu/hoolaulea.
For more information, visit: http://www.wcc.hawaii.edu/hoolaulea

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US energy officials are handing out $47m of the county's economic stimulus package to speed up work on several "smart grid" technology test sites. The money comes out of a $3.9bn pool of grants aimed at modernizing the electrical grid.
Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced today that the money will go towards eight smart grid demonstration projects being developed in seven states. The $47m in funds goes on top of the $17m awarded by the US Department of Energy in 2008 to begin testing.
"Modernizing our electrical grid to make it stronger, smarter, more efficient and more secure is a crucial step in expanding renewable energy and creating jobs," said Chu in a statement.
These projects include superconducting power lines, user demand-responsive "microgrids," and integrating renewable energy into the grid. The DOE is awarding the funds to power companies as well as several universities and cities trying to modernize electrical utility kit. Those cashing in include the University of Nevada in Las Vegas, California's Zenergy Power, and Consolidated Edison of New York. A full list of the recipients and what they are doing can be seen here.
About $10.5m in economic stimulus funding will also be sent to local governments to develop "emergency preparedness plans for their electrical systems," the DOE said.
In addition to grant money, the DOE issued its first bi-annual status report on smart grid deployments. The study found some while most smart grid penetration remains low in the US, some of the technology like "smart meters" that provide two-way communication between electricity users and power plants have been growing quickly.
A copy of the Smart Grid System Report is available here (PDF). ®
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