As the first international anthology to cover the entire scope of fantastic narrative, Fantastic Worlds presents over fifty tales, myths, and stories, ranging from Genesis to Ovid, Hans Christian Andersen to J.R.R. Tolkien, Edgar Allan Poe to James Thurber, and Franz Kafka to Italo Calvino. Including tales of fairies and elves, ghost stories, high fantasy, and stories of social criticism and the conflict between science and religion, this volume presents a diverse selection of writings that all share the same capacity to liberate the human spirit through the wild mental acrobatics of fantasy.

This anthology mixes exciting lands, beloved characters, and new adventures. From the distinct voices of twelve authors, Fantastic Worlds has a story for everyone.

Originally published in single magazine form.

Imaginary Worlds by Lin Carter is a nonfiction book that explores the history and development of fantasy literature. Published in 1973, it discusses the evolution of the genre, from the early myths and legends that inspired it to the works of modern fantasy authors. Carter delves into the imaginative worlds created by authors like J.R.R. Tolkien, H.P. Lovecraft, Lord Dunsany, and many others, analyzing their techniques and approaches to world-building.Carter, who was an editor for the Ballantine Adult Fantasy series at the time of its publication, had a deep knowledge of the genre, and Imaginary Worlds reflects his love and expertise in fantasy literature. It's often considered a significant work for understanding the roots and mechanics of world-building in fantasy.

Undreamed-Of Wonders From The Farthest Reaches Of Imagination In this second volume of the previous year's finest short fantastic fiction, acclaimed editor and anthologist David G. Hartwell showcases new works by stellar literary artists -- acknowledged masters of the genre and exceptionally talented newcomers alike. Astonishing worlds come alive in these pages -- realms of strange creatures and remarkable sorceries, as well as twisted shadow versions of our inhabited earthly plain. A bold and breathtaking compendium of tales -- including a new Earthsea story from the incomparable Ursula K. Le Guin -- Years's Best Fantasy 2 is the state-of-the-art of a unique and winning genre, offering unforgettable excursions into new realities wondrous, bizarre, enchanting...and terrifying.

The long-awaited sequel to Dragonfang Three mercenaries Poison coursing through their veins And only six weeks to find a stolen dragon relic ... “The action never stops in Dragonsight. Countess Jelindel dek Mediesar, Daretor and Zimak are sent on a desperate quest to recover a stolen jade talisman called the dragonsight. With a slow-acting poison ticking through their veins, they have only six weeks to find the talisman and take the antidote. There’s magic and mayhem aplenty as they’re hunted through the paraworlds, before the final violent confrontation at the Tower Inviolate. And them in sight of their goal, the ultimate treachery. A terrific page-turner, crammed full of action, intrigue and lashings of magic.” IAN IRVINE

In a galaxy of cutthroat companies, shadowy clans and a million agendas, spy agency RIM barely wields enough control to keep order. Maximus Black is RIM's star cadet. But he has a problem. One of RIM's best agents, Anneke Longshadow, knows there's a mole in the organisation. And Maximus has a lot to hide.