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A Novel Idea
Using a selection of your own books, use randomly selected adjectives and adverbs to describe features and  affect actions!  Characters, settings and objectives will also be defined by the books - every session should start with a collaborative brainstorming session where everybody makes an imaginative contribution based on the literature on hand. This game is designed to be quick to start and quick to finish. Have fun making an adventure together and exploring your library in a brand new way!
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