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Edited by Holly Black and Justine Larbalestier, "Zombies vs. Unicorns" presents a playful debate between the undead and the mythical. Half of the tales celebrate the noble and sometimes noble‑unusual qualities of unicorns, while the other half showcase the resilient and badass side of zombies. Contributors include popular young‑adult authors Cassandra Clare, Libba Bray, Maureen Johnson, Meg Cabot, Scott Westerfeld, and Margo Lanagan, offering a blend of humor, fantasy, and sharp storytelling that invites readers to pick a team.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Holly Black
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