Author(s): Courtney Carbone

Middle Fiction 8-12-year-olds

Hamlet, one of the greatest stories ever told ...in texts?! Imagine: What if Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark, and the tragic Ophelia had smartphones? A classic is reborn in this fun and funny adaptation of one of Shakespeare's most famous plays! A kingdom on the brink of war. A stolen throne. A boy seeking revenge. The classics just got a whole lot more interesting.;) A Shakespeare play told through its characters texting with emojis, checking in at certain locations, and updating their relationship statuses. The perfect gift for hip theater lovers and teens. A glossary and cast of characters are included for those who need it. For example: means too long; didn't read.