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The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Fifth Annual Collection

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Overview: This acclaimed series, winner of numerous World Fantasy Awards, continues its tradition of excellence with scores of short stories from such writers as Michael Bishop, Edward Byrant, Angela Carter, Terry Lamsley, Gabriel Garcia Marquex, A.R. Morlan, Robert Silverberg, Michael Swanwick, Jane Yolen and many others. Supplementing the stories are the editors' invaluable overviews of the year in fantastic fiction, Edward Bryant's witty roundup of the year's fantasy films, and a long list of Honorable Mentions —all of which adds up to an invaluable reference source, and a font of fabulous reading.Table of ContentsThe beautiful uncut hair of graves -- David Morrell In carnation -- Nancy Springer The somewhere doors -- Fred Chappell Poe at the end -- (poem) / -- R.H.W. Dillard Angels in love -- Kathe Koja Vivian -- Midori Snyder True love -- K.W. Jeter The second most beautiful woman in the world -- A.R. Morlan The swordsman whose name was not death -- Ellen Kushner The ragthorn -- Robert Holdstock and Garry Kilworth The smell -- Patrick McGrath The tenth scholar -- Steve Rasnic Tem and Melanie Tem Fisher death -- (poem) / -- Jessica Amanda Salmonson Walk in sable -- (poem) / -- Jessica Amanda Salmonson The cut man -- Norman Partridge The kind men like -- Karl Edward Wagner The coon suit -- Terry Bisson Queen Christina and the windsurfer -- Alison Fell Chui Chai -- S.P. Somtow Mama gone -- Jane Yolen Peter -- Pat Murphy Our lady of the harbour -- Charles de Lint The visitor's book -- Stephen Gallagher At the end of the day -- Steve Rasnic Tem The monster -- Nina Katerli Hummers -- Lisa Mason Santa's way -- James Powell Call home -- Dennis Etchison The Braille Encyclopedia -- Grant Morrison The poisoned story -- Rosario Ferre Blood -- Janice Galloway Dogstar man -- Nancy Willard Persistence of memory -- Joanne Greenberg You'll never eat lunch on this continent again -- Adam Gopnik The glamour -- Thomas Ligotti The peony lantern -- Kara Dalkey To be a hero -- (poem) / -- Nancy Springer The same in any language -- Ramsey Campbell Teratisms -- Kathe Koja The life of a poet -- Kobo Abe The witch of Wilton Falls -- Gloria Ericson Home by the sea -- Pat Cadigan Pish, posh, said hieronymus bosch -- (poem) / -- Nancy Willard The ash of memory, the dust of desire -- Poppy Z. Brite The pavilion of frozen women -- S.P. Somtow Moon songs --Carol Emshwiller The afternoon of June 8, 1991 -- Ian Frazier Gwydion and the dragon -- C.J. Cherryh A story must be held -- (poem) / -- Jane Yolen The Ogre's wife -- Pierrette Fleutiaux.

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Masterpiece from start to finish. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. Worth every moment spent reading.
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Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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Masterpiece from start to finish. 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 adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. A true literary gem.
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Exceeded all my expectations. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Joshua Ramirez
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A very strong entry. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
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A very strong entry. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
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Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
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Dorothy Robinson
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I was completely blown away. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. Worth every moment spent reading.
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A very strong entry. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. A very distinguished novel.
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Excellent, though slightly flawed. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
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Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Jennifer Hall
Jennifer Hall July 18, 2025
A profoundly satisfying read. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. An effortless 5 stars.
William Evans
William Evans October 12, 2024
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Michael Collins
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Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. A true literary gem.
Joshua Gomez
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A very strong entry. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Gary Hernandez
Gary Hernandez August 11, 2025
A very strong entry. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
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Sarah Lewis August 14, 2024
I was completely blown away. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. A true literary gem.
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Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Daniel Adams
Daniel Adams June 15, 2024
Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. A very distinguished novel.
David Jones
David Jones May 17, 2025
I was completely blown away. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. A true literary gem.
Robert Carter
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Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Christopher Gomez
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I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
James 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. Quite impressive overall.
Daniel Harris
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Exceeded all my expectations. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
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I was completely blown away. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Emily Sanchez
Emily Sanchez April 11, 2024
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Cynthia Hall
Cynthia Hall July 20, 2024
Such a rich narrative. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. A true literary gem.
Amanda Nelson
Amanda Nelson February 23, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
Sarah Hernandez
Sarah Hernandez March 26, 2025
I was completely blown away. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Nancy Garcia
Nancy Garcia October 07, 2024
I was completely blown away. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. Worth every moment spent reading.
Gary Perez
Gary Perez February 04, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Gary Taylor
Gary Taylor September 19, 2025
I was completely blown away. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre.
James Walker
James Walker October 22, 2024
A very strong entry. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
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