Edited by George Mann

In the tradition of the recent The Solaris Book of New Science Fiction, this stunning new anthology presents an array of never-before-seen fantasy short stories from a wide spectrum of genres. From fable to fairytale, epic quest to urban mystery, all lovers of fantastic fiction will find something to delight in this bold new tome.

Who Slays the Gyant, Wounds the Beast – Mark Chadbourn
Reins of Destiny – Janny Wurts
Tornado of Sparks – James Maxey
Grander than the Sea – T. A. Pratt
The Prince of End Times – Hal Duncan
King Takes – Jeff VanderMeer
In Between Dreams – Christopher Barzak
And Such Small Deer – Chris Roberson
The Wizard’s Coming – Juliet E. McKenna
Shell Game – Mike Resnick
The Song Her Heart Sang – Steven Savile
A Man Falls – Jay Lake
O Caritas – Conrad Williams
Lt. Privet’s Love Song – Scott Thomas
Chinandega – Lucius Shepard
Quashie Trapp Blacklight – Steven Erikson

"A gifted creator of wonder."
- Raymond E Feist on Janny Wurts

"Overwhelming in its complexity, sumptuous in its recitation, this is a truely monumental work."
- The Good Book Guide on Hal Duncan

"McKenna creates real tension, and her battles between two sorts of magic are unique and excellently done."
- Time Out on Juliet E McKenna