The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2008: Twenty-First Annual Collection

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The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2008: Twenty-First Annual Collection

The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2008: 21st Annual Collection

Written by Ellen Datlow
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As in every year since 1988, the editors tirelessly scoured story collections, magazines, and anthologies worldwide to compile a delightful, diverse feast of tales and poems.On this anniversary, the editors have increased the size of the collection to 300,000 words of fiction and poetry, including works by Billy Collins, Ted Chiang, Karen Joy Fowler, Elizabeth Hand, Glen Hirshberg, Joyce Carol Oates, and new World Fantasy Award winner M. Rickert. With impeccably researched summations of the field by the editors, Honorable Mentions, and articles by Edward Bryant, Charles de Lint and Jeff VanderMeer on media, music and graphic novels, this is a heady brew topped off by an unparalleled list of sources of fabulous works both light and dark.Contents: * The Cambist and Lord Iron: A Fairy Tale of Economics by Daniel Abraham * The Gray Boy's Work by M.T. Anderson * Troll (poem) by Nathalie Anderson * The Monsters of Heaven by Nathan Ballingrud * The Forest by Laird Barron * Reversal of Fortune by Holly Black * The House of Mechanical Pain by Chaz Brenchley * The Merchant and the Alchemist's Gate by Ted Chiang * Scenes of Hell (poem) by Billy Collins * Toother by Terry Dowling * The Drowned Life by Jeffrey Ford * The Last Worders by Karen Joy Fowler * Monkey (poem) by Eliza Griswold * Up the Fire Road by Eileen Gunn * Winter's Wife by Elizabeth Hand * A Perfect and Unmappable Grace by Jack Haringa * The Evolution of Trickster Stories Among the Dogs of North Park After the Change by Kij Johnson * The Boulder by Lucy Kemnitzer * The Hill by Tanith Lee * The Ape Man by Alexander MacBride * Lovers (Jafaar the Winged) (poem) by Khaled Mattawa * Hum Drum by Gary McMahon * A Thing Forbidden by Donald Mead * England and Nowhere by Tim Nickels * Sir Hereward and Mister Fitz Go to War Again by Garth Nix * Valentine, July Heat Wave by Joyce Carol Oates * Mr. Poo Poo by Reggie Oliver * Fragrant Goddess by Paul Park * Holiday by M. Rickert * Vampires in the Lemon Grove by Karen Russell * Rats by Veronica Schanoes * The Fiddler of Bayou Teche by Delia Sherman * Village Smart (poem) by Maggie Smith * The Tenth Muse by William Browning Spencer * Follow Me Home by Sonya Taaffe * The Swing by Don Tumasonis * Closet Dreams by Lisa Tuttle * The Seven Devils of Central California by Catherynne M. Valente * Splitfoot by Paul Walther * The Hide by Liz Williams

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Pages 571
Language Eng
Publisher Griffin
Published September 30, 2008
ISBN 2939569
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Ellen Datlow writes contemporary fiction and has always been fascinated by character-driven stories. They hold a degree in English Literature and previously worked as an editor before transitioning to writing their own books. Ellen Datlow lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.

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Susan Anderson June 09, 2025
I was completely blown away. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. A true literary gem.
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Cynthia King
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Absolutely brilliant. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
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Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. An effortless 5 stars.
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Masterpiece from start to finish. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An effortless 5 stars.
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Amanda Nelson
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Excellent, though slightly flawed. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
Richard Flores
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Such a rich narrative. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. Worth every moment spent reading.
Eric Martinez
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A decent, if standard, experience. The prose was competent, yet the characters lacked the depth I usually seek. Perfectly average.
Deborah Baker
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A very strong entry. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. Quite impressive overall.
Rebecca Carter
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George Walker
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Donald Green
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Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. A solid 4 stars from me.
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Such a rich narrative. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. A true literary gem.
Dorothy Carter
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Absolutely brilliant. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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James Edwards
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Masterpiece from start to finish. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Patricia White
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A profoundly satisfying read. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Brian Mitchell
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Absolutely brilliant. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. A true literary gem.
Linda King
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I was completely blown away. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. A true literary gem.
Sharon Jones
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Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
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Betty Clark
Betty Clark November 20, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. An effortless 5 stars.
Joseph Nelson
Joseph Nelson October 11, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Gary Torres
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Absolutely brilliant. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. A true literary gem.
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I was completely blown away. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
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I was completely blown away. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An effortless 5 stars.
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Absolutely brilliant. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
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I was completely blown away. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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