Star-studded and comprehensive, this imaginative anthology
brings a myriad of modern fantasy voices under one roof.
Previously difficult for readers to discover in its new
modes, urban fantasy is represented here in all three of its
distinct styles--playful new mythologies, sexy paranormal
romances, and gritty urban noir. Whether they feature
tattooed demon-hunters, angst-ridden vampires, supernatural
gumshoes, or pixelated pixies, these authors--including
Patricia Briggs, Neil Gaiman, and Charles de Lint--mash-up
traditional fare with pop culture, creating iconic
characters, conflicted moralities, and complex settings. The
result is starkly original fiction that has broad-based
appeal and is immensely entertaining.