Pierce, Tamora
Overview
| Works: | 597 works in 2,434 publications in 3 languages and 88,326 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Fiction Fantasy fiction Juvenile works Young adult works Paranormal fiction Science fiction Action and adventure fiction Spy fiction |
| Roles: | Author, Narrator, Creator, led |
| Classifications: | PS3566.I367, FIC |
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Most widely held works about
Tamora Pierce
- The wand in the word : conversations with writers of fantasy by Leonard S Marcus( Book )
- Tamora Pierce : the immortals by John Lennard( )
- Reading Tamora Pierce : the protector of the small by John Lennard( )
- Tamora Pierce by Bonnie Kunzel( )
- Tamora Pierce by Donna Dailey( Book )
- Something about the author( )
- Something about the author. facts and pictures about authors and illustrators of books for young people by Maikue Vang( )
- A Study Guide for Tamora Pierce's ""Trickster's choice, "" excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Literary Newsmakers for Students. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestion by Cengage Learning Gale( Book )
- The Queen's readers : a collection of essays on the words & worlds of Tamora Pierce( Book )
- Reading Tamora Pierce : the immortals by John Lennard( Book )
- A quiet war : revising heroism in Tamora Pierce's Tortall by Tess Hailey Grogan( )
- The Magic circle by Tamora Pierce : fantasy, children's literature and the tripartite audience by Jean Kathleen Gray( )
- Good conversation! : a talk with Tamora Pierce( Visual )
- Negotiating femininity : tomboy gender performance in the writings of Tamora Pierce and Suzanne Collins by Shauna Maragh( )
- Tamora Pierce's fansite( )
- Tamora Pierce : author, fantasy books for teenagers( )
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Most widely held works by
Tamora Pierce
Alanna : the first adventure by
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60 editions published between 1983 and 2014 in English and held by 3,020 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Eleven-year-old Alanna, who aspires to be a knight even though she is a girl, disguises herself as a boy to become a royal page, learning many hard lessons along her path to high adventure
60 editions published between 1983 and 2014 in English and held by 3,020 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Eleven-year-old Alanna, who aspires to be a knight even though she is a girl, disguises herself as a boy to become a royal page, learning many hard lessons along her path to high adventure
In the hand of the goddess by
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61 editions published between 1983 and 2014 in 3 languages and held by 2,831 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Pursuing her desire to be a knight, Alanna learns many things in her role as squire to Prince Jonathan, but fears Duke Roger, an ambitious sorcerer with whom she knows she will one day have to deal. Disguised as a boy, Alanna of Trebond becomes a squire--to none other than the prince of the realm. But Prince Jonathan is much more to Alanna; he is her ally, her best friend, and one of the few who knows that she's really a girl. Now it will take all of Alanna's awesome skill, strength, and growing magical powers to protect him from the mysterious evil sorcerer who is bent on his destruction--and hers! Here continues the story of Alanna, a young woman bound for glory who is willing to fight against enormous odds for what she believes in
61 editions published between 1983 and 2014 in 3 languages and held by 2,831 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Pursuing her desire to be a knight, Alanna learns many things in her role as squire to Prince Jonathan, but fears Duke Roger, an ambitious sorcerer with whom she knows she will one day have to deal. Disguised as a boy, Alanna of Trebond becomes a squire--to none other than the prince of the realm. But Prince Jonathan is much more to Alanna; he is her ally, her best friend, and one of the few who knows that she's really a girl. Now it will take all of Alanna's awesome skill, strength, and growing magical powers to protect him from the mysterious evil sorcerer who is bent on his destruction--and hers! Here continues the story of Alanna, a young woman bound for glory who is willing to fight against enormous odds for what she believes in
The woman who rides like a man by
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65 editions published between 1986 and 2014 in 3 languages and held by 2,775 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On her first tour as a knight errant, Alanna assumes a position of influence with a fierce desert tribe, makes some changes in the role of women in the society, and continues her own emotional development
65 editions published between 1986 and 2014 in 3 languages and held by 2,775 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On her first tour as a knight errant, Alanna assumes a position of influence with a fierce desert tribe, makes some changes in the role of women in the society, and continues her own emotional development
Lioness rampant by
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57 editions published between 1988 and 2014 in English and held by 2,597 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alanna continues to create her own life as a female warrior when she and new companions journey to the Roof of the World seeking the powerful Dominion Jewel, perhaps the last hope of saving her country from dissension and hostile magic
57 editions published between 1988 and 2014 in English and held by 2,597 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alanna continues to create her own life as a female warrior when she and new companions journey to the Roof of the World seeking the powerful Dominion Jewel, perhaps the last hope of saving her country from dissension and hostile magic
Terrier by
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20 editions published between 2006 and 2015 in English and held by 2,541 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When sixteen-year-old Beka becomes "Puppy" to a pair of "Dogs," as the Provost's Guards are called, she uses her police training, natural abilities, and a touch of magic to help them solve the case of a murdered baby in Tortall's Lower City
20 editions published between 2006 and 2015 in English and held by 2,541 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When sixteen-year-old Beka becomes "Puppy" to a pair of "Dogs," as the Provost's Guards are called, she uses her police training, natural abilities, and a touch of magic to help them solve the case of a murdered baby in Tortall's Lower City
Trickster's choice by
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35 editions published between 2003 and 2017 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,527 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alianne must call forth her mother's courage and her father's wit in order to survive on the Copper Isles in a royal court rife with political intrigue and murderous conspiracy
35 editions published between 2003 and 2017 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,527 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alianne must call forth her mother's courage and her father's wit in order to survive on the Copper Isles in a royal court rife with political intrigue and murderous conspiracy
Wild magic by
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39 editions published between 1992 and 2018 in English and held by 2,485 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The mage Numair, the knight Alanna, and Queen Thayet enlist thirteen-year-old Daine's help to battle the dreadful immortal creatures that have recently begun to attack the kingdom of Tortall
39 editions published between 1992 and 2018 in English and held by 2,485 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The mage Numair, the knight Alanna, and Queen Thayet enlist thirteen-year-old Daine's help to battle the dreadful immortal creatures that have recently begun to attack the kingdom of Tortall
First test by
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33 editions published between 1999 and 2018 in English and held by 2,450 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Ten-year-old Keladry of Mindalen, daughter of nobles, serves as a page but must prove herself to the males around her if she is ever to fulfill her dream of becoming a knight
33 editions published between 1999 and 2018 in English and held by 2,450 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Ten-year-old Keladry of Mindalen, daughter of nobles, serves as a page but must prove herself to the males around her if she is ever to fulfill her dream of becoming a knight
Lady knight by
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37 editions published between 2002 and 2018 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,381 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When she became a knight, eighteen-year-old Kel hoped to be given a combat post, but instead she finds herself named commander of an outpost of refugees, where she must face the unnatural forces of the evil Balyce
37 editions published between 2002 and 2018 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,381 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When she became a knight, eighteen-year-old Kel hoped to be given a combat post, but instead she finds herself named commander of an outpost of refugees, where she must face the unnatural forces of the evil Balyce
Squire by
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30 editions published between 2001 and 2018 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,354 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
After becoming a squire to Lord Raoul, commander of the King's Own, Kel of Mindelan, must face a terrifying test in the Chamber of the Ordeal before she can be a knight
30 editions published between 2001 and 2018 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,354 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
After becoming a squire to Lord Raoul, commander of the King's Own, Kel of Mindelan, must face a terrifying test in the Chamber of the Ordeal before she can be a knight
Page by
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36 editions published between 2000 and 2018 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,256 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Keladry of Mindelan continues her training to become a squire with the aid of a new maid, the support of her friends, interference from some other pages, and some serious, even dangerous opposition
36 editions published between 2000 and 2018 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,256 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Keladry of Mindelan continues her training to become a squire with the aid of a new maid, the support of her friends, interference from some other pages, and some serious, even dangerous opposition
The Emperor Mage by
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45 editions published between 1994 and 2014 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,253 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When she is sent as part of the delegation from Tortall to negotiate a peace treaty with Carthak, fifteen-year-old Daine must use her powers to communicate with animals for more than healing the Carthak emperor's dying birds
45 editions published between 1994 and 2014 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,253 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When she is sent as part of the delegation from Tortall to negotiate a peace treaty with Carthak, fifteen-year-old Daine must use her powers to communicate with animals for more than healing the Carthak emperor's dying birds
Trickster's queen by
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25 editions published between 2004 and 2017 in English and held by 2,231 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Aly fails to foresee the dangers that await as she uses her magic to safeguard Dova and her younger siblings, despite knowing that her thirteen-year-old charge might be queen of the Copper Isles when the colonial rulers are defeated
25 editions published between 2004 and 2017 in English and held by 2,231 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Aly fails to foresee the dangers that await as she uses her magic to safeguard Dova and her younger siblings, despite knowing that her thirteen-year-old charge might be queen of the Copper Isles when the colonial rulers are defeated
Wolf-speaker by
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29 editions published between 1994 and 2018 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,151 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
With the help of her animal friends, Daine fights to save the kingdom of Tortall from ambitious mortals and dangerous immortals. In Wild Magic, all the orphaned Daine wants is a job. What she finds is magic. Hired by the Queen's Riders because of her knack with animals, Daine soon reveals that not only do animals obey her, but they also understand her words. But Daine must learn to trust humans before she can use her magic to save the kingdom. In Wolf-speaker, a threatened wolf pack summons the only human they know who can listen to their messages of danger-orphaned Daine. Daine believes the wolves' message of peril, but the danger and intrigue brewing in Dunlath Valley are far beyond anything she imagined. In Emperor Mage, Daine sails to Carthak as part of a peace treaty delegation from Tortall. While healing the emperor's captive birds, Daine discovers a new and terrifying dimension of her wild magic: She can bring dead creatures back to life. What is she to do with such immense power? Finding out the answer nearly costs Daine her life
29 editions published between 1994 and 2018 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,151 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
With the help of her animal friends, Daine fights to save the kingdom of Tortall from ambitious mortals and dangerous immortals. In Wild Magic, all the orphaned Daine wants is a job. What she finds is magic. Hired by the Queen's Riders because of her knack with animals, Daine soon reveals that not only do animals obey her, but they also understand her words. But Daine must learn to trust humans before she can use her magic to save the kingdom. In Wolf-speaker, a threatened wolf pack summons the only human they know who can listen to their messages of danger-orphaned Daine. Daine believes the wolves' message of peril, but the danger and intrigue brewing in Dunlath Valley are far beyond anything she imagined. In Emperor Mage, Daine sails to Carthak as part of a peace treaty delegation from Tortall. While healing the emperor's captive birds, Daine discovers a new and terrifying dimension of her wild magic: She can bring dead creatures back to life. What is she to do with such immense power? Finding out the answer nearly costs Daine her life
Bloodhound by
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12 editions published between 2009 and 2011 in English and held by 1,956 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Having been promoted from "Puppy" to "Dog," Beka, now a full-fledged member of the Provost's Guard, and her former partner head to a neighboring port city to investigate a case of counterfeit coins
12 editions published between 2009 and 2011 in English and held by 1,956 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Having been promoted from "Puppy" to "Dog," Beka, now a full-fledged member of the Provost's Guard, and her former partner head to a neighboring port city to investigate a case of counterfeit coins
Magic steps by
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27 editions published between 2000 and 2014 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,893 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When drawn into the investigation of murders perpetrated on a powerful family in Summersea, Sandy and her student Pasco undertake the dangerous mission of entrapping the invisible killers
27 editions published between 2000 and 2014 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,893 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When drawn into the investigation of murders perpetrated on a powerful family in Summersea, Sandy and her student Pasco undertake the dangerous mission of entrapping the invisible killers
Sandry's book by
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15 editions published between 1997 and 2005 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,867 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Four young misfits find themselves living in a strictly disciplined temple community where they become friends while also learning to do crafts and to use their powers, especially magic
15 editions published between 1997 and 2005 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,867 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Four young misfits find themselves living in a strictly disciplined temple community where they become friends while also learning to do crafts and to use their powers, especially magic
Cold fire by
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26 editions published between 2002 and 2014 in English and held by 1,784 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
While studying with her teacher Frostpine in the northern land of Namorn, Daja helps the twin daughters of her host family discover their own magic and uses her powers to track an deadly arsonist
26 editions published between 2002 and 2014 in English and held by 1,784 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
While studying with her teacher Frostpine in the northern land of Namorn, Daja helps the twin daughters of her host family discover their own magic and uses her powers to track an deadly arsonist
The will of the empress by
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13 editions published between 2005 and 2010 in English and held by 1,764 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On visit to Namorn to visit her vast landholdings and her devious cousin, Empress Berenene, eighteen-year-old Sandry must rely on her childhood friends and fellow mages, Daja, Tris, and Briar, despite the distance that has grown between them
13 editions published between 2005 and 2010 in English and held by 1,764 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On visit to Namorn to visit her vast landholdings and her devious cousin, Empress Berenene, eighteen-year-old Sandry must rely on her childhood friends and fellow mages, Daja, Tris, and Briar, despite the distance that has grown between them
Mastiff by
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15 editions published between 2011 and 2015 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,727 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Hunt is on! Three years have passed since Beka Cooper almost died in the sewers of Port Caynn. Now her life takes an unexpected turn when her fiance is killed on a slave raid. Then Lord Gershom himself appears at her door and in the span of hours Beka is plunged into a case that threatens the future of the Tortallan royal family and therefore the Tortallan government itself. This Hunt will take Beka to places she's never been and challenge her tracking skills beyond the city walls, as well as her ability to judge exactly who she can trust with her life and her country's future
15 editions published between 2011 and 2015 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,727 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Hunt is on! Three years have passed since Beka Cooper almost died in the sewers of Port Caynn. Now her life takes an unexpected turn when her fiance is killed on a slave raid. Then Lord Gershom himself appears at her door and in the span of hours Beka is plunged into a case that threatens the future of the Tortallan royal family and therefore the Tortallan government itself. This Hunt will take Beka to places she's never been and challenge her tracking skills beyond the city walls, as well as her ability to judge exactly who she can trust with her life and her country's future
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Related Identities
- Alanna (Fictitious character : Pierce)
- Alanna (Fictitious character : Pierce)
- Moss, Briar (Fictitious character)
- Sandry (Fictitious character : Pierce)
- Tris (Fictitious character : Pierce)
- Kisubo, Daja (Fictitious character)
- Alvarado, Trini Narrator
- Full Cast Family Narrator
- Jones, Diana Wynne
- L'Engle, Madeleine
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Alanna (Fictitious character : Pierce) Alexander, Lloyd Authors, American Authors, English Billingsley, Franny, Children's stories--Authorship Children--Crimes against Combat Conspiracy Cooper, Susan, Counterfeits and counterfeiting Courts and courtiers Disguise Fantasy Fantasy fiction Fantasy fiction--Authorship Farmer, Nancy, Friendship Girls Human-animal communication Jacques, Brian Jones, Diana Wynne Keladry of Mindelan (Fictitious character) Kidnapping Kings and rulers Kisubo, Daja (Fictitious character) Knights and knighthood L'Engle, Madeleine Le Guin, Ursula K., Magic Moss, Briar (Fictitious character) Nix, Garth Pages, Medieval Paranormal fiction Pierce, Tamora Police Pratchett, Terry Princes Pullman, Philip, Queens Royal households Sandry (Fictitious character : Pierce) Searching behavior Sex role Spy stories Tris (Fictitious character : Pierce) Wizards Women heroes Yolen, Jane Young adult fiction
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Pierce, Tamora 1954-
Tamora Pierce Amerikaans schrijfster
Tamora Pierce amerikansk författare
Tamora Pierce amerikansk skribent
Tamora Pierce écrivaine américaine
Tamora Pierce US-amerikanische Schriftstellerin
تامورا بيرس
タモラ・ピアス
ピアス, タモラ
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