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Spaceships & Spells is a curated collection of thirteen short stories that blend imaginative fantasy with thrilling science‑fiction adventures. The anthology showcases the writing of Jane Yolen alongside celebrated authors such as Bruce Coville and Isaac Asimov, offering young readers varied tales that explore magical worlds, futuristic technology, and the wonders of imagination. Designed for juvenile audiences, the volume invites kids into a world where spell‑binding enchantments and interstellar voyages coexist.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Jane Yolen
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