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A group of today's top fantasy writers were asked to name the most memorable stories that have influenced them. The result is this collection of 17 stories by authors ranging from Roger Zelany and Barbara Kingsolver to Jack Vance and Charles Dickens. The authors preface each story with an explanation of their choice.Selected and introduced by Fantasy's finest...Terry PrachettRobert SilverbergKatherine KurtzFred SaberhagenMorgan LlewelynGeorge R.R. MartinAndre NortonGene WolfLandmark stories by...L. Sprague de CampRoger ZelaznyM.R. JamesBarbara KingsolverJack VanceManly Wade WellmanCharles Dickens
Is My Favorite Fantasy Story appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This anthology collects classic fantasy stories chosen by renowned authors, spanning multiple eras and styles. Content varies by story but generally includes moderate fantasy violence and mild adult themes typical of the genre's literary canon.
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This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language.
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Who'll love this
Readers will discover the stories that inspired their favorite fantasy authors, from classic tales to lesser-known gems.