<b>The book that inspired the Academy Award</b>–winning short film, from <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author and beloved visionary William Joyce. <p><i>Morris Lessmore loved words.</i></p> <p><i>He loved stories.</i></p> <p><i>He loved books.</i></p> <p><i>But every story has its upsets.</i></p> <p><i>    </i> Everything in Morris Lessmore’s life, including his own story, is scattered to the winds.</p> <p>     But the power of story will save the day.</p> <p>     Stunningly brought to life by William Joyce, one of the preeminent creators in children’s literature, <i>The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore</i> is a modern masterpiece, showing that in today’s world of traditional books, eBooks, and apps, it’s story that we truly celebrate—and this story, no matter <i>how</i> you tell it, begs to be read again and again.</p>