Books like Midnight Circus by Jane Yolen
Midnight Circus is a compilation of short fantasy tales by Jane Yolen. The stories share a darkly imaginative tone, weaving elements of the uncanny, mythic motifs, and speculative worlds into brief, evocative narratives.
First publish date: 2020
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Jane Yolen
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