Zach Helm

Kay Effiel is an author writing her latest novel. Her story revolves around an isolated man named Harold Crick. What she doesn't know is that her fictionalized character is real. Harold is an IRS agent who has lived a dull existence. One day he begins to hear Karen's voice as she narrates what she is putting down on paper. Harold enlists the help of a literary professor to find out what is happening and ends up changing things about his life. He begins...

Mr. Magorium owns the most magical store in the universe, where all of the toys for sale are alive. The eccentric owner of the toy store surprises Molly, the shop's awkward and insecure manager, by turning over ownership to her. Molly appears to be a reflection of the people who run it. Henry is a detail-oriented accountant assigned the task of assessing the Emporium's monetary value.

Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium is a toy haven in which everything inside comes to life. But when the boss decides to retire, the store throws a tantrum and all its wonders begin to cease.