by Holly Black
First published 2010
Two camps wage literary war over the ultimate supernatural creature. Holly Black champions unicorns while Justine Larbalestier defends zombies in this collection of original stories. Each tale makes its case through vivid storytelling rather than argument. The unicorn stories reveal both the noble and sinister potential of these horned beings. The zombie tales counter by showcasing the compelling and formidable nature of the undead. Contributors including Cassandra Clare, Libba Bray, Maureen Johnson, Meg Cabot, Scott Westerfeld, and Margo Lanagan craft their entries as ammunition in this playful battle. Readers must choose sides as they encounter creatures both beautiful and terrifying, magical and monstrous. The anthology transforms a simple question into an exploration of what makes monsters fascinating.
Genres: fiction, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: dark, suspenseful, whimsical
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers
276 pages · Kindle Edition · Margaret K. McElderry