by Garth Nix
First published 2007
A boy joins a strange navy to catch video pirates. A neglected princess seeks adventure. An orphaned inventor seeks the perfect parents. A genius girl faces a sea serpent. Garth Nix's "One Beastly Beast" weaves four enchanting stories of the unexpected - from slimy aliens to buccaneering high-jinks. Each tale brims with whimsy, wonder, and a touch of the macabre. Nix's signature blend of humor and heart shines through, making this collection a must-read for fantasy fans young and old.
Genres: short-stories, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, unlikely-heroes
176 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins