Burning Girls and Other Stories

Pages: 224
Published: 2021
Language: English

This collection of short stories weaves together elements of fantasy, folklore, and Jewish tradition. The narratives explore the lives of Jewish women and girls, often blending the mundane with the magical. Each story offers a unique glimpse into struggles and triumphs, drawing readers into richly imagined worlds.

Prose complexity: 7/10

Dark Thought-Provoking Atmospheric

Fantasy Folklore Literary Fiction Magical Realism

Veronica Schanoes

Veronica Schanoes writes dark fantasy and horror, known for her unsettling stories. Her collections include Burning Girls and Other Stories and Inviting Interruptions, and her work has appeared in The Mammoth Book of Cthulhu and The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror 2014.