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Pretty Monsters

Pretty Monsters

FantasyHorror
Pages
416
Published
2008
Language
English

Synopsis

Step into the vivid imagination of Kelly Link, where nothing is quite as it seems and every detail deserves a closer look. This collection of short stories, perfect for young adults, blends the fantastical with the familiar. Prepare for unexpected insights and delightfully skewed perspectives that will rock your world.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

WhimsicalDreamyFunnyMysterious
Portal Fantasy

Genres

Fantasy Horror Science Fiction Young Adult Adventure Short Stories Magical Realism

About the author

K
Kelly Link

Kelly Link is a master of the strange and wonderful. Her stories, often found in collections like McSweeney's Mammoth Treasury of Thrilling Tales, blend fantasy, horror, and a touch of the surreal. If you like your fiction with a twist, you'll love her work.

Frequently asked questions

  • What makes Pretty Monsters different from Kelly Link's other short story collections?

    Pretty Monsters is a young adult collection, distinguishing it from her adult-oriented works. While it retains her signature blend of the surreal and the mundane, the stories here often feature adolescent protagonists navigating fantastical elements within more familiar, coming-of-age scenarios.

  • Does Pretty Monsters contain any previously published stories?

    This collection includes stories that were previously published in other anthologies and literary magazines. Readers familiar with Kelly Link's earlier work may recognize some of the tales within Pretty Monsters.