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This must-have hardcover edition-the only official guide-is the definitive encyclopedic reference to the Twilight Saga and provides readers with everything they need to further explore the unforgettable world Stephenie Meyer created in Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn, and The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner. This comprehensive handbook-essential for every Twilight Saga fan-is full-color throughout with nearly 100 gorgeous illustrations and photographs and with exclusive new material, character profiles, genealogical charts, maps, extensive cross-references, and much more.
Stephenie Meyer graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in English Literature, and she lives with her husband and three young sons in Arizona. Stephenie is the author of Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn, The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner, and The Host.
Twilight debuted in October, 2005. An immediate sensation, it appeared on several year-end best books lists and earned its author a rabid cult following among teenage girls. Since then, Meyer has continued Bella and Edward's story in bestselling sequels that have proved equally successful. Young readers cannot get enough of these riveting novels -- a captivating blend of vampires, romance, and suspense -- and parents rest easy knowing the books do not contain the graphic language and sexually provocative material that pervades some YA series.
Whether or not the Twilight Saga proves to have "Harry Potter legs" remains to be seen. Meanwhile, Meyer continues writing. She forayed into adult fiction with 2008's The Host, a chilling science fiction tale about the end of humanity, told from the perspective of an alien invader. And she makes it clear the door is open for further installments in her vampire romance. Clearly, this talented author has many more stories to tell.
" I met my husband, Pancho (his real name is Christiaan, but no one calls him that—it's not a long story, but it is a stupid one, so I'll skip it), when I was four, but we were never anywhere close to being childhood sweethearts. In fact, though we saw each other at least weekly through church activities, I can't recall a single instance when we so much as greeted each other with a friendly wave, let alone exchanged actual words.
This may have been for the best, because when we did eventually get around to exchanging words, sixteen years after our first meeting, it only took nine months from the first "hello" to the wedding."
" I am also a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and that has a huge influence on who I am and my perspective on the world, and therefore what I write (though I have been asked more than once, 'What's a nice Mormon girl like you doing writing about vampires?')."
"I can't write without music, and my biggest muse is the [British rock] band Muse."
A transcript of the dream that inspired Twilight appears in the book as Chapter 13, "Confessions."
Let me start by saying I have NEVER been a reader. I would start a book but never get into it so therefore never finish. I went to Blockbuster to rent the movie and got mixed reviews about it. I hoped that I wouldn't be disappointed and of course I wasn't. My brother had told me that the movie sucked (after we watched it). I begged to differ. He told me that if I liked it that much then I should read the book. So eventually I got my hands on the first one I read it. I made sure that I had borrowed the second and the third before I needed them. The fourth one I had a hard time getting my hands on but I did eventually. It took me about 3 days after being done with the third one to get a hold of it and I thought I was going to die because there was this movie playing in my head that was suddenly on pause. I couldn't put any of the books down once I started reading them. Let me remind you that I am not a reader but it only took me about 10 days (with the 3 day break) to read the entire series! I would find myself staying up till the early morning hours reading! I have been finished with the saga for about a month now and I am still dreaming of Edward and Bella. I search the internet for any untouched material that I haven't read yet. I did stumble upon Midnight Sun (Edwards version of Twilight) I read it in one sitting. When it ended I hoped that Stephenie Meyer would finish writing it because I think it plays an important role in Twilight. When my mom was watching the movie I found myself explaining why Edward was having the reactions that he was having towards Bella. People think I am sick but I just cant stop thinking of what might be. I just cant believe that the story ends there. I hope that Stephenie does go on with the story from Edwards point of view. I do believe that it would be a top seller just like Twilight. People yearn for this story! I live in Washington and it makes me want to drive to Forks to meet them for myself (I know they are just characters in a book). I hope that for everyone who hasn't read these books that you do read them, and enjoy every minute you have with the characters. Enjoy!
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Posted July 2, 2009
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I'm getting EXTREMELY mad now. First, the release date was December 30, 2008. I was getting really excited about that. But then, it was changed to December 31, 2009. I was a little mad, but I could've waited another few months. But now it's coming out on the VERY LAST DAY OF 2010?! Do you understand? That's going into 2011--What's the date going to be next? 2012? Can anyone say "2013"? What about 2014? Or is THAT too soon? (In case you are wondering, I'm being sarcastic). Whatever.
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Posted February 9, 2009
I enjoy and loved reading the Twilight saga. I am truly saddened at the fact that Stephanie has decided to put her newest book on hold. I have read the partial draft of Midniht Sun that she posted, and was moved and enjoying the story. She has an amazing talent for pulling you into the books and getting you to feel the emotions of the characters that she is focusing on. She was doing that again in Midnight Sun. I only hope that she can find it in herself to go back to her book and finish writing it. I look forward to being able to read it published cover to cover.
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Posted September 13, 2009
Just so you all know, I wrote to the publisher asking about this book. Their reply is as follows:
This title has been postponed.
We do not yet have a date
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Posted January 1, 2010
This was supposed to be out last year, then they pushed it to Sept of this year, then Dec 31, 2009. Now we have to wait another year? This is getting rediculous. What is the holdup? We've waited two years for this book. I sure hope it's worth the wait and the hype.
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Posted April 15, 2011
The only part of this book that we DIDN'T know after reading the Twilight series is everyone's (and I mean EVERYONE whose name was ever mentioned in the series, practically) backstory. The regular history of vamps/wolves, their abilities, etc., that make up this book are all pretty much explained in the series and the illustrations are generally unneeded and kind of silly, except where the actual characters are depicted. I was so excited for this book, since I loved the series, but just like the Bree Tanner book, any Twilight extras seem to be a total wastage of money! It's like the author's just trying to milk this for all it's worth! I regret buying this book, since there wasn't much I learned from it worth knowing. Just borrow this book, don't buy it, you won't read it twice.
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Posted April 20, 2011
I loved the Twilight Saga. I have the books, the illustrated movie guides, and the graphic novel volume 1. Also the DVDs. I am disappointed in the Twilight Guide. There wasn't really anything in there that I didn't already know, and the stuff that I didn't hardly worth it. Any fan of this series would already know most of this stuff. This book to FOREVER to be released, with numerous delays, and failed to be worth the wait. It starts off with a now 3 yr old interview with S.M. and tries to make up for quality of info with quantity. The "maps" and "illustrations" that are included remind me of Nancy Drew illustrations, I was expecting the anime-like drawings of the graphic novel, thankfully the character bio pics are like this, but are only reserved for certain characters. I would have loved to have seen at least a group pics of the other covens. The best thing in this book is the Fan Art section which is too short. If you are a younger reader, you might like this, but for the older reader, you might just want to borrow this and give it a look through. I really wanted this to be amazing. Feels like someone is cashing in on Twilight fame.
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Posted February 6, 2010
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Stephanie Meyers cares nothing about her fans. This woman is totally in it for the money. She has no time to write anymore fiction because she is too busy living large and to heck with her fans. The fact that no one can actually contact her on her website is very telling as is her continued pouting over Midnight Sun. The fact that she is blaming her fans over a security lapse regarding that book is rediculous. I might add that it was totally her fault that someone got ahold of an advance copy of part of Midnight Sun and published it on the internet. Her whining regarding this matter shows how out of touch and self-centered she is. God forbid that she should accept any responsibilty for her own actions. My advise to everyone is don't hold your breath waiting for the above mentioned Guide to Twilight to be published since my guess is that until her money starts to run out, Stephenie Meyers won't be writing anything worth reading.
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Posted April 15, 2009
I have enjoyed this series immensely. I am glad that I was recommended the series after all four books came out because I think I would have had an incredibly hard time waiting for the next book if I had started reading them in 2005. I spent every free minute I had engulfed in the story for two weeks. It ended beautifully. However, it ended. :(
I only had one day after finishing the series and then I had to go back a start reading again. When my friend told me that there may possibly be the series from Edward's point of view I was so excited. I have read the chapters she has posted on her website and and completely involved. There is so much story behind Edward's point of view that I am troubled to hear that she may not finish them. I hope she reconsiders soon as I am gobbling up any and all I can find on this series. I can honestly say I have never read anything that tugs at my emotions the way this series does. A must read for young and old!!!
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Posted January 27, 2009
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It was awesome I am a 60 year old lady and just could not get enough. You must write about what happens to their daughter and Jake. Plus we must hear more about Bella and Edward. I loved the series.
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Posted December 3, 2008
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These are the best books I have ever read. And I have read a lot of books. I actually read this to go with the flow and find a good book. But, New Moon (Book 2) was only 4 stars becuase (sorry to break it to you) it was extremly boring. Edward left Bella thinking that he is going to kill her eventually, and the worst part is, IT'S ON PAGE 50!!! Then stupid Jacob black brought the Vultri into the story. I have read twilight 3 times, New Moon 1 time ( extremely boring) Eclipse 2 times, and Breaking dawn 2. It is so hard to read other books when you can't stop focasing on Twilight. It is almost too good.<BR/><BR/> Here's the thing with this book: WHAT THE HECK?!?!?!?!<BR/>why make it come out about a year from now? twilight is one of the "fads" now. This book will NOT sell in 2009. I can almost garentee it. It should come out Decemer 30th THIS year. Stephenie Meyer would make a TON of money this year- Breaking Dawn, movie, and this. It's like a set-up for losing money, am I right?
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Posted September 27, 2009
I know I sound like a Twerd, but all of us die-hard Twilight fans are worried that this book will never come out. If I am correct, it was origionally supposed to be published December 30, 2008. Now it isn't even going to be out until December 31, 2010! Hopefully the Twilight buzz won't be over by then!
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Posted June 5, 2009
How typical of the Twilight fanbase, who blindly read anything with Stephenie Meyer's name splashed on the cover, to give this book five stars when it has not been released. It doesn't even have a release date. Breaking Dawn was one of the most hilarious, poorly written, grammatically incoherent books I've ever read. And Stephenie Meyer's smug attitude and pity fits over her "human rights" being violated when Midnight Sun leaked was obnoxious. I am seriously disappointed so many "fans" are applauding her in her tantrums. This book is not even out! The fact that you even need a book to explain this "saga" is comical.
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Posted April 14, 2009
I LOVED THE COLLECTION. I LOVED THE DRAMA AND EXPENSE, BUT I ESPECIALLY FELL IN LOVE WITH BELLA AND EDWARD AND THEIR LOVE FOR EACH OTHER. I WISH STEPHENIE MEYER WOULD HAVE CONSIDERD TO CONTINUE THE STORY. I AM SORRY IT ENDED. I WOULD NORMAL NOT AGREE TO CONTINUE ON WITH A STORY THAT ALREADY HAS 4 BOOKS, BUT IT WAS REALLY THAT GOOD. I THINK THE MOVIE WAS OKAY, BUT SOMEHOW BELLA'S SENSE OF HUMOR WAS NOT IN THE MOVIE AS IT WAS IN THE BOOKS.
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Posted October 31, 2009
When i ordered it in 2008 it said it was coming out around christmas of that year, now it is October 31, 2009 and it still isnt published. I know it got pushed back but why would it possibly take that long. Cant wait till it comes out and hopefully its before the date on the site, december 31, 2010, thats crazy.
5 out of 8 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I love the series. I have reread it a dozen times and i am ready to reread it again. Its addicting to say the least. It has action, romance and everything mixed in with it. I will say that new moon kinda ticked me off... i mean i see the reasoning behind edwards decision (wont go into specifics just in case you havent read the book yet.) but at the same time i dont understand it. (i have a see both sides kinda mind). So i dont particularly like that one.... my all time favorite one is breaking dawn, without a doubt. I will spend probably forever loving the book series (movies not so much). Im Waiting for the official guide to come out and i will continue to wait very very impatiently. Why the heck can it not just come out when it says its going to. are they trying to drive all the fans absolutly insane?? Im also waiting for edwards version of the novel (and hopefully his version of all of them... that would be cool) but waiting for a book, i ordered almost a year ago.... is ANNOYING and IRRATING..... ok putting that all aside, if you have not read the twilight saga, i seriously suggest you do. Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn... In that order. Enjoy.... Peace,
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Yeah that is really sad when they keep pushing it back. last time i checked it was coming out in October of 2009. I thought they were joking when i first saw that it's coming out on New Years Eve of 2010. Yikes. Talk about a long wait. And this stinks because i was so pumped up for it too. :(
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I have waited forever for this guide to come out and by the time it DOES come out it will be the last day of 2010?! Wait, I shouldn't say that so soon. It may end up coming out 10 years from now and we'll all still be waiting. I was excited for this book, but now I'm completely done getting all hyped up. It's not worth it when they keep pushing back the release date by years. That's right, years. Not months. Ugh. Whenever this book comes out I will buy it & be happy, but upset they made us wait this long for a GUIDE.
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Posted January 10, 2009
I am beyond upset that this isn't coming out until September!! I thought it was coming out like December 30; so I pre-ordered and everything, then all of a sudden I thought I was seeing things but nope.... I just don't know if I can wait :( I'm heartbroken.
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Posted January 1, 2009
it is for all ages!! it will capture you in the first couple pages. i had heard of if from friends and they said i should read it and i didn't. then finaly i read it! i got O.C.D right away!! (obsesive CULLEN disorder) i read all the books in about a month. you can read them over and over and they will still have all the emotion, unforgettable characters, and still all the suspence! read them and you will not regret it!!
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Overview
This must-have hardcover edition-the only official guide-is the definitive encyclopedic reference to the Twilight Saga and provides readers with everything they need to further explore the unforgettable world Stephenie Meyer created in Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn, and The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner. This comprehensive handbook-essential for every Twilight ...