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The urban fantasy anthology, edited by Peter S. Beagle & Joe R. Lansdale

Label
The urban fantasy anthology, edited by Peter S. Beagle & Joe R. Lansdale
Language
eng
Index
no index present
Intended audience
Trade, Tachyon Publications
Literary Form
fiction
Main title
The urban fantasy anthology
Medium
electronic resource eBook
Nature of contents
dictionaries
Responsibility statement
edited by Peter S. Beagle & Joe R. Lansdale
Series statement
Kitty Norville series
Summary
Star-studded and comprehensive, this imaginative anthology brings a myriad of modern fantasy voices under one roof. Previously difficult for readers to discover in its new modes, urban fantasy is represented here in all three of its distinct styles--playful new mythologies, sexy paranormal romances, and gritty urban noir. Whether they feature tattooed demon-hunters, angst-ridden vampires, supernatural gumshoes, or pixelated pixies, these authors--including Patricia Briggs, Neil Gaiman, and Charles de Lint--mash-up traditional fare with pop culture, creating iconic characters, conflicted moralities
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