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Robin Sloan
Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore
Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore
2 books
Ongoing series
About this series
Clay Jannon takes a job at a strange San Francisco bookstore, discovering a secret society and an ancient mystery. This series blends technology, cryptography, and the magic of books as Clay and his friends work to decode a centuries-old puzzle.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore a standalone or part of a series?
While the first book, Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, tells a complete story, it is part of a larger narrative that continues in subsequent works, exploring the same universe and characters.
Is there a specific reading order for the Mr. Penumbra books?
The books are best read in publication order to follow the continuous development of the overarching mystery and the characters' journeys.
Are there any other books by Robin Sloan connected to this series?
Robin Sloan's other works, such as "Sourdough," share a similar thematic interest in technology, community, and unique subcultures, but they are not directly connected to the narrative or characters of the Mr. Penumbra series.
Has Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore been adapted?
There has been a graphic novel adaptation of "Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore," which visually interprets the story and its unique blend of digital and analog worlds.