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The Lore Behind the Hunger Games
Plus 11 more great reads inspired by Greek mythology
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • March 05, 2025
A new Hunger Games prequel comes out March 18 and we've got our preorders on lock. In the meantime, we're delving into the early influences that inspired the hit series by Suzanne Collins and we've put together a roundup of reads based on Greek mythology. Plus, we share a list of the author's favorite books growing up.
Into the Underworld
10 Rich Retellings of the Myth of Hades and Persephone
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 21, 2021
As autumn deepens, we recall the Greek myth about the king of the underworld kidnapping the goddess of spring and forcing the world into winter. Enjoy this deep dive into some of the literature reimagining this tantalizing tale.
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