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Multiverses: An Anthology of Alternate Realities

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Multiverses: An Anthology of Alternate Realities brings together an eclectic mix of stories exploring the concept of parallel universes. It features diverse narratives that delve into alternate realities, inviting readers to imagine different worlds and destinies. With contributions from acclaimed authors, the anthology offers a rich tapestry of speculative fiction, blending imaginative landscapes with profound ideas.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the limitless possibilities of alternate realities and the imaginative boundaries of science fiction. With contributions from prolific authors like Clive Barker and Ken Liu, it offers a diverse collection of tales that challenge our perception of reality, making it a thrilling read for fans of speculative fiction and dynamic storytelling.

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Multiverses: An Anthology of Alternate Realities

A mind-blowing anthology of 18 stories bringing you the infinite Earths of the multiverse. Featuring Alix E. Harrow, Clive Barker, Ken Liu, Charlie Jane Anders, Annallee Newitz, Alastair Reynolds and more.

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A mind-blowing anthology of 18 stories bringing you the infinite Earths of the multiverse.

Featuring Alastair Reynolds, Ian McDonald, Lavie Tidhar, Eugen Bacon and more.

INFINITY. HERE. NOW.

What if every decision you've ever made created a new reality? A new life, a new world of possibilities for what you could become? What if the best of all possible worlds is just around the corner? Or the worst?

This anthology brings together an international cast of luminaries to explore the infinite worlds of what could be. The smashed together chaos of multiple Londons piled on top of each other; a world where a tunnel turns Japan and the United States into close neighbours; catastrophic accidents on multidimensional spacecraft; shadowy organisations and the merciless assassins they control; the unstoppable force of your infinite grandmothers.

Explore the infinite beauties and terrors of the multiverse with the finest minds writing in science fiction today, and see what could have been...

Featuring stories from:
Alvaro Zinos-Amaro
Charlie Jane Anders
Eugen Bacon
Clive Barker
Paul Di Filippo
Alix E. Harrow
Rumi Kaneko (translated by Preston Grassmann)
Ken Liu
Ian McDonald
Annalee Newitz
Yukimi Ogawa
Chana Porter
Alastair Reynolds
Jayaprakash Satyamurthy
D. R. G. Sugawara
Jeffrey Thomas
Lavie Tidhar

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Multiverses: An Anthology of Alternate Realities is praised for its diverse range of international authors, offering a rich variety of stories. The anthology is recommended for libraries with robust Sci-Fi & Fantasy collections and is well-suited for readers who appreciate short fiction.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781803362328

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Preston Grassmann is a Shirley Jackson Award-nominated editor, writer, and translator. He was born in California and spent part of his life on the same block as Philip K. Dick. His most recent work has been published in Nature Magazine, Strange Horizons, PS Publishing, Apex, Shoreline of Infinity, and Futures 2 (Tor). One of his short-stories "Cael's Continuum" was nominated for a Reader's Choice Award at Tor.com. His non-fiction work and various interviews have appeared in publications such as Nature Magazine, New York Review of Science Fiction, Locus, and Bull Spec. He is a regular contributor to Nature and currently lives in Japan.

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