The first look at the philosophy behind Stephenie Meyer’s bestselling Twilight series Bella and Edward, and their family and friends, have faced countless dangers and philosophical dilemmas in Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight novels. This book is the first to explore them, drawing on the wisdom of philosophical heavyweights to answer essential questions such as: What do the struggles of “vegetarian” vampires who control their biological urge for human blood say about free will? (more…)

Everyone’s in love with vampires, and if his name happens to be Edward Cullen, then readers of the wildly popular Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer can’t help but be crazy about him. For all those who adore Bella Swan, Edward, and the rest of the Cullen family and can’t get enough, this companion guide is a must-read and a terrific gift.  The series follows an unlikely couple: Bella, a teenager, and her boyfriend Edward, a vampire that has sworn off human blood. But their lo (more…)

From Publishers Weekly

The legions of readers who are hooked on the romantic struggles of Bella and the vampire Edward will ecstatically devour this third installment of the story begun in Twilight, but it’s unlikely to win over any newcomers. Jake, the werewolf met in New Moon, pursues Bella with renewed vigilance. However, when repercussions from an episode in Twilight place Bella in the mortal danger that series fans have come to expect, Jake and Edward forge an uneasy allianc (more…)

FORKS, Wash. — A new restaurant set to open next year in Washington state will be called Volterra after a city in the popular Twilight vampire novels, which are set in the town of Forks.

Owners Annette and Tim Root told The Peninsula Daily News it will be a family restaurant, and they have applied for a liquor license.

Forks already has the Twilight Lounge that features concerts and other events for fans.

The Twilight books and movies have brought vampire tourism to the remote former logging town on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula.

The Chamber of Commerce says thousands of visitors come asking questions, such as whether it’s safe to go camping with the vampire problems in the area.

Information from: Peninsula Daily News, http://www.peninsuladailynews.com

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POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Oct 16, 2009

Donna Shockley watched “Twilight” 108 times. Lori Wright watched it 99 times and later installed a 10-by-20-foot outdoor screen in her back yard so she could host monthly DVD parties.

It’s amazing what impact a little vampire novel-turned-big-screen-flick can have.

“I would never have guessed how my life would change after being exposed to Edward and ‘Twilight’ on that very first viewing,” Shockley said.

Initially, the middle-age woman thought the movie was typical teenage fare and went to see it only after coaxing from her daughter.

“But, from the moment that Edward told Bella … he was no longer able to stay away from her, I was no longer able to stay away from ‘Twilight.’”

Although “Twilight” draws folks in with romance, the innocence of star-crossed lovers and an imminent sense of danger, it’s much more than that for these women. They have gained a new perspective when dealing with the worries of the world.

“The biggest impact it’s had on me is making me feel young again,” Shockley said. “I’ve learned to relax and have fun like I did in my 20s. I’m no longer caught up in the rat race and under that stress cloud that tends to happen when you get older.”

“The movie provides a tension release and takes you back to a time where you didn’t have to think and worry about so many things.”

Wright’s experience was much the same.

The “All Things Twilight” expo is among the highlights at the Food and New Product Show this weekend. In addition to “Twilight” memorabilia, attendees can meet an Edward Cullen look-alike, while Borders and Hot Topic will show off their newest “Twilight/New Moon” products.

For the arts-and-crafts lover, a “Made in Hawaii” section features art, jewelry, woodwork and clothing from local artists. Another highlight is the “Taste of the Pacific,” which includes more than 50 food vendors including Mom’s Soul Food, Thelma’s Filipino Food, Harbor Court Bistro and the Cottage Fudge.

After seeing the movie, both women ventured into Hot Topic and began buying an array of “Twilight” merchandise.

“This was the beginning of a feeding frenzy that still hasn’t subsided,” Shockley quipped. The women’s collections include jewelry, clothing, books, figurines, blankets and pillows, posters, umbrellas, baseball card sets, purses, photographs and handmade cards. And to top it all off, Shockley is now known around town as the “Twilight Lady,” thanks to an exquisitely detailed car.

Wright and Shockley originally met at Mililani High School, where Wright was planning a midnight showing of “Twilight” for a Project Graduation fundraiser.

“We learned about each other’s addictions and began going to the movie regularly,” Wright said.

“Our friendship grew huge, as no one else truly understood our addiction and need,” added Shockley.

She described her friend as the “information highway,” since Wright could always be found in front of a computer, keeping up with the latest “Twilight” news. Shockley, who travels a lot for work, labeled herself the “supplier” who finds all the merchandise for their collections.

“eBay loves us,” she said.

After extensive trips to theaters, the big-screen buddies met other avid fans.

“We made quite a few friends, young and old,” Shockley said. “The eldest regular was an 83-year-old woman.

“Many of us got together to watch the movie and vent our ‘Twilight’ obsessions.”

Wright added that “the phenomenon keeps growing, enticing more people every day from all over the world,” and that “Twi-hards (die-hard fans of ‘Twilight’) know no boundaries, ages, cultures, races or genders.” It was that local fan base, comprising fans from ages 5 to 83 years old, that led her to establish a local fan club.

For Shockley it’s created a broader friendship base.

“It’s been a really positive experience for me,” she said. “It’s opened a whole new world since I started dressing in ‘Twilight’ clothes and driving around in my car.

“People are always stopping me and taking pictures. I’ve made a lot of friends and feel well loved right now.”

Wright’s fascination began innocently enough. After purchasing the Stephanie Meyers books for her daughter, she read them herself.

“(That’s when) my addiction began,” she said. “My love for life and the existence that Stephanie Meyers created was now to become a part of my daily routine.”

Wright’s entire family has caught the “Twilight” bug, too.

“We designed a ‘Twilight’ bedroom for my daughter, and when the DVD was going to be released, my husband and son built an outdoor screen to give us another chance to see the movie on the big screen,” Wright said.

Memorabilia decorate their entire house and has even begun to creep onto the lanai. Of them all, Wright’s most prized possession is a handmade jewelry box with a picture of Edward playing piano.

“In the movie, Edward didn’t play for a long time because his life didn’t have meaning,” she said. “But when he met Bella, he started playing again.”

Despite having read the books and seen the movies multiple times, Shockley and Wright continue to search for the deeper messages they have to offer.

“Stephanie Meyers has inspired many to better themselves … not only to reach beyond the exterior of a person, but to … accept them as they really are and see how we are all the same through our experiences with ‘Twilight,’” Wright said.

“This saga has changed my life forever. … My husband and I feel like teenagers again,” Shockley said. “As the movie states, nothing will be the same … and for me it never will be.

“I’ve been bitten. Bad.”

Donna Shockley watched “Twilight” 108 times. Lori Wright watched it 99 times and later installed a 10-by-20-foot outdoor screen in her back yard so she could host monthly DVD parties.

It’s amazing what impact a little vampire novel-turned-big-screen-flick can have.

“I would never have guessed how my life would change after being exposed to Edward and ‘Twilight’ on that very first viewing,” Shockley said.

Fans of “Twilight” and its hotly anticipated sequel “New Moon” have new cause to be all atwitter.

The girl-meets-vampire franchise of young adult novels – and movies – joined the social networking site Twitter Monday, with an introductory tweet at twitter.com/twilight from director Chris Weitz, who’s calling the shots on “New Moon,” in theaters on Nov. 20.

“This is my first ever tweet so please be gentle with me,” Weitz Tweeted.

Follow-up tweets announced that “The final run time of The Twilight Saga: New Moon is 2 hours and ten minutes!” and “Due to overwhelming demand, The Twilight Saga: New Moon soundtrack is being released this Friday!”

In just over 27 hours, Twilight had 50,005 followers  - and counting.

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