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Ellen Datlow brings together a carefully selected anthology of original tales and poems that celebrate shapechangers—werewolves, vampires, mermaids, and more—across varied cultures and settings. The volume includes works by notable authors such as Peter S. Beagle, Ellen Kushner, Jane Yolen, Lucius Shepard, and Tanith Lee, as well as fresh voices that broaden the tradition. Terri Windling's introduction frames the collection with scholarly insight, while Charles Vess’s illustrations add visual depth to each story. From Finland to India and the Pacific Northwest to the Hamptons, the anthology highlights how shapechangers enrich our magical landscape.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Ellen Datlow
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