The Chronicles of Harris Burdick / 195 pages

In 1984, Chris Van Allsburg, published the Mysteries of Harris Burdick, a series of drawings with titles and captions.  Now "14 amazing authors tell the tales" of each of the drawings in Van Allsburg's book.  I listened to this one on CD and really enjoyed it.  The authors who wrote the stories to match the drawings is varied and impressive. They include:  Walter Dean Myers, Kate DiCamillo, Lois Lowery, Jon Scieszca, Gregory Maguire, Stphen King and Julies Feiffer.  You will experience a series of stories that are mystifying, creepy, intriguing and fanciful.  Some are for younger readers and some for older.  All are well done and satisfying.  Lots of potential for discussion, creative writing, and memorial experiences with story.  Recommend for grades 5 & up.