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Staff Blog - Fictional Characters We Are Inviting to Thanksgiving!

  • Writer: Rachel
    Rachel
  • Nov 24
  • 3 min read

Hands hold a drink and cut a pumpkin pie on a wooden table. Pastries, an apple, and fall leaves add a warm, cozy feel.

If you had the chance to invite any fictional character to Thanksgiving, who would it be? Our team brainstormed some entertaining responses to this question, such as a billy-bumbler, a private investigator, a wizard, a witch, a demon, and a pirate.



Harry Dresden

"He could use a break and a home-cooked meal."

Bobbi - Executive Director



A man in dark coat and hat holds a staff, set against a city backdrop. Text: Jim Butcher, Storm Front, A Novel of the Dresden Files.

"Harry Dresden, whose full name is Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden, is a male human wizard with a talent for thaumaturgy, evocation, alchemy, an

necromancy, working as a private investigator out of Chicago." - Fandom


You can enjoy Harry's adventures in the Dresden Files series by Jim Butcher starting with the first book in the series, Storm Front, available in regular print; audiobook on CD & Libby; and e-book on Libby.




Nanny Ogg

"She enjoys a good time & would sing the hedgehog song."

Christin - Circulation Clerk



Book cover of "The Color of Magic" by Terry Pratchett. Dark, magical scene with vivid purple and red tones, featuring a mysterious figure.

"Gytha Ogg (usually called Nanny Ogg) is a character from Terry Pratchett's Discworld series. She is a witch and a member of the Lancre Coven. Gytha is known for her practical approach to magic and her no-nonsense attitude. She is also renowned for her culinary skills and is an excellent cook. Gytha Ogg is often depicted as a strong, capable, and independent character, with a sharp sense of humor." - Wikipedia


Nanny Ogg weaves her way in and out of Terry Pratchett's Discworld series that starts with the first book, The Color of Magic, available in regular print and e-book on hoopla.




Leon

"To enjoy his witty banter and charm."

Emily - Adult Education Coordinator



A book cover titled "Her Soul to Take" by Harley Laroux features a deer skull, floral patterns, and gothic motifs. Text: "Souls Trilogy Book One."

Leon, a demon who is obsessed with the woman he is supposed to kill, has been imprisoned to do the bidding of his cult leader. You can travel into Leon's dark romantic world filled with demons, cults, and ancient evils in the Souls Trilogy that begins with Harley Laroux's book, Her Soul to Take, available in regular print and audiobook on hoopla.






Monkey D. Luffy

"He'll eat everything and it would be funny!"

Marcus - Circulation Clerk



Anime characters on a ship, enjoying drinks. Luffy in red vest, dreaming of adventure. "One Piece" logo, map background, Volume 1.

"Monkey D. Luffy, commonly known as "Straw Hat Luffy" or simply "Straw Hat", is the founder and captain of the increasingly infamous and powerful Straw Hat Pirates. He pursues the legendary treasure of the late Gol D. Roger in order to become the new Pirate King and reach a further, untold dream (currently known to only his crew, family and closest friends). He believes that being the Pirate King means having the most freedom in the world." - Fandom


Embark on your pirate adventure with Monkey by picking up the first graphic novel, One Piece Vol. 1 Romance Dawn, in the series written by Eiichiro Oda, which is available in regular print.



Oy

"Because this heroic billy-bumbler is a good boy and deserves a proper meal!"

Rachel - Circulation Clerk



Silhouette of a man in a hat with a crow flying nearby. Text: "Stephen King, The Gunslinger, The Dark Tower 1." Desert backdrop, moody tone.

Oy, a courageous billy-bumbler in Roland Deschain's second ka-tet, is extremely loyal to his companions. Resembling a mix of a raccoon, badger, and dog, Oy has intelligent, gold-ringed eyes that convey his emotions. At Rachel's table, Oy can eat anything he desires!


While Oy doesn't make an appearance until the third book of the Dark Tower series, you can begin your adventure in book one, The Gunslinger, and discover that "there are other worlds than these." The Gunslinger is available in regular print; audiobook on CD, Libby, and cloudLibrary; and in e-book on Libby.



The list of fictional characters our staff is inviting to Thanksgiving is complete!


A table filled with good food and a guest list featuring a billy-bumbler, a private investigator, a wizard, a witch, a demon, and a pirate?

Sign me up! Let the feasting and conversation begin!



Until Next Time Library Friends!


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