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First Line Friday (Because aren't first lines exciting?)

"A bright star shone outside the castle window and the Prince's Fairy Godmother
appeared. . ."

"Fairy Godmother, eh?"

"She waved her magic wand and said, "Your wish is granted."

"Very neat! . . .I don't suppose I've got a Fairy Godmother? By any chance?"

From Barnaby by Crockett Johnson

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This collection introduces Mr. O'Malley to the Baxter family (although only Barnaby believes in his Fairy Godfather). Barnaby and O'Malley visit a child psychologist, appear on the radio, inadvertently undermine a test blackout and expose a "Hot Coffee Ring" (the action takes place during the Second World War, when coffee was rationed). We also meet McSnoyd, Gorgon, Jane, and Gus. Read More 
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