Vorgard, Treval and Trumbauer, Lisa.A Practical Guide to Vampires. Renton, WA : Wizards of the Coast, 2009.
Plot: Written by a former vampire hunter and enthusiast, the book offers an illustrated guide to one of the most infamous creatures of the night. Traditional and nontraditional methods of detection, protection, and fighting are discussed, although the author highly recommends finding a mentor before attempting to stop a vampire. In addition, some aspects of "vampirism," such as physical needs, culture, interests, and minions also find mention in this well-illustrated book. The text also addresses the "new" vampiric aspects, such as the so-called vegetarian vampire, protector vampire, and family vampire.
Genre: Illustrations, Monsters, Realistic
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Similar Titles: A Practical Guide to Dragons, Vampires Discovery Pack
Personal Thoughts: A smart picture book. Rather than simply relying on the elaborate and attractive pictures, the text in the book is clever, believable, and enjoyable to read. Much of the text refers to traditional myths surrounding the undead, but the authors also make note of newer beliefs, such as clans, wealth, and vampire hybrids. It even nods at current fads, most notably the vampires of Forks and Dungeons & Dragons, in a classy tongue-in-cheek manner.
Side Note: Toothless did not tear the book. It is actually illustrated that way. No, I do not know why Jerome is sitting on a banana.
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