by Joe Hill
First published 2013
This collection brings together four distinct fantasy tales crafted specifically for World FantasyCon 2013. Brian Aldiss contributes "The Worm That Flies," while Joanne Harris offers "Waiting for Gandalf." Joe Hill presents "Pop Art," and Richard Christian Matheson rounds out the volume with "City of Dreams." Each author approaches the fantastic from their own perspective, creating a diverse sampling of contemporary fantasy fiction. The stories range across different subgenres and styles, unified by their commission for the convention but otherwise exploring separate imaginative territories. Readers encounter varied protagonists facing supernatural circumstances, magical realities, and dreamlike scenarios. The collection serves as both a commemorative volume for the convention and a showcase of how established authors interpret fantasy themes through their individual creative lenses.
Genres: short-stories, anthologies, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, diverse, thought-provoking
Tropes: showcase, varied-perspectives
Period: 2013
76 pages · Hardcover · PS Publishing