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Washington Post
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Stephen King to narrate 'Hansel and Gretel' audiobook with Maurice Sendak's illustrations
NEW YORK — The audio edition of an upcoming re-telling of the Grimm fairy tale 'Hansel and Gretel,' which combines the renowned sensibilities of Stephen King 's words and the late Maurice Sendak 's illustrations, will be narrated by an author who knows the material well. Stephen King.
The Independent
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Stephen King to narrate 'Hansel and Gretel' audiobook with Maurice Sendak's illustrations
The audio edition of an upcoming re-telling of the Grimm fairy tale 'Hansel and Gretel,' which combines the renowned sensibilities of Stephen King 's words and the late Maurice Sendak 's illustrations, will be narrated by an author who knows the material well. Stephen King. 'Stephen King's reading of 'Hansel and Gretel' is captivating and thrilling, bringing new depth to this classic tale,' Lynn Caponera, executive director of The Maurice Sendak Foundation, said in a statement Thursday. 'Everyone at HarperCollins and The Maurice Sendak Foundation shared the same dream and vision to have Stephen King narrate the audiobook," Nancy Inteli, vice president and publisher of HarperCollins Children's Books, said in a statement. "Who wouldn't want Stephen King reading them a fairy tale?!' The audiobook comes out Sept. 2, the same day as the picture story. The new 'Hansel and Gretel' is based on Sendak's sketches for the 1997 Humperdinck opera about two children lost in a forest.
Associated Press
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Stephen King to narrate 'Hansel and Gretel' audiobook with Maurice Sendak's illustrations
NEW YORK (AP) — The audio edition of an upcoming re-telling of the Grimm fairy tale 'Hansel and Gretel,' which combines the renowned sensibilities of Stephen King 's words and the late Maurice Sendak 's illustrations, will be narrated by an author who knows the material well. Stephen King. 'Stephen King's reading of 'Hansel and Gretel' is captivating and thrilling, bringing new depth to this classic tale,' Lynn Caponera, executive director of The Maurice Sendak Foundation, said in a statement Thursday. 'Everyone at HarperCollins and The Maurice Sendak Foundation shared the same dream and vision to have Stephen King narrate the audiobook,' Nancy Inteli, vice president and publisher of HarperCollins Children's Books, said in a statement. 'Who wouldn't want Stephen King reading them a fairy tale?!' The audiobook comes out Sept. 2, the same day as the picture story. The new 'Hansel and Gretel' is based on Sendak's sketches for the 1997 Humperdinck opera about two children lost in a forest.
South China Morning Post
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Advika Mittal's top pick: Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are
Do you have a book, movie or show recommendation? Send us your top picks using this form . One of my favourite children's books is Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. This classic story follows a young boy named Max, who, after causing mischief at home, sails away to an island inhabited by wild creatures known as the Wild Things. What I love about this book is its imaginative journey. Max's adventure allows children to explore their emotions and the concept of imagination. The illustrations are stunning, capturing the wildness and wonder of the creatures, while the simple yet powerful text resonates deeply. The story beautifully conveys themes of adventure, emotional expression and the comfort of home. Max's transformation from a wild, unruly boy to a more reflective character highlights the importance of understanding one's feelings. Where the Wild Things Are inspires children to embrace their creativity and reminds them that it's fine to feel a range of emotions.
NZ Herald
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Listener weekly quiz: June 11
Where the Wild Things Are was written by Maurice Sendak, but what was the name of the boy who starred in the book and the later film? Photo / Supplied
