| A Minor Malevolent Spirit and Other Tales Contributor(s): Karpyshyn, Drew (Author) |
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ISBN: 0692446958 ISBN-13: 9780692446959 Publisher: Curtis Brown Unlimited OUR PRICE: $9.49 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Fiction | Fantasy - Collections & Anthologies |
| Physical Information: 0.29" H x 5.98" W x 9.02" (0.42 lbs) 122 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: New York Times bestselling author Drew Karpyshyn spins ten fantastical tales of magic, mystery and the supernatural with his usual gift for world building and imagination. A man discovers a demon living in his basement, then hires it to advance his career. A young king in exile challenges a powerful wizard in a battle of wits to reclaim his throne. The Aztec pantheon gathers for an unusual contest to win the favor of the immortal Serpent King. A proud warrior queen plots bloody retribution to avenge her murdered family. With stories ranging from classic sword and sorcery adventures to contemporary horror to twisted takes on myth, legend and folklore, A Minor Malevolent Spirit delivers thrills, chills and even some laughs. As an added bonus, author notes for each of the ten stories examine Karpyshyn's creative process and the craft of writing, giving fans a unique glimpse inside the mind of the acclaimed storyteller. |
