
December 8, 2004 · Grades 4-7
Lemony Snicket apologizes to the reader—“I'm sorry to say that the book you are holding in your hands is extremely unpleasant.” But his “darkly hilarious book series,” A Series of Unfortunate Events, has shocked and engrossed more than 22 million readers worldwide since the release of the first book in 1999.
To our dismay, only Daniel Handler, Mr. Snicket's representative, appears on this edition of Meet the Author. Representing Mr. Snicket, Handler says that an alligator bite prevents Lemony Snicket from appearing in person. Daniel Handler defines the meaning of a pseudonym, provides a few tips on character development, and even sings one of his favorite songs, “Scream and Run Away.” Expect the unexpected!