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A Universe of Wishes

A We Need Diverse Books Anthology
By Dhonielle Clayton
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A Universe of Wishes is an enchanting anthology that weaves together a collection of diverse and imaginative tales from multiple acclaimed authors. Each story invites young readers into a world where wishes can transform lives, exploring themes of hope, magic, and identity. The book beautifully captures the power of dreams and the limitless possibilities of thinking beyond the ordinary.
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You might enjoy this book if you love magical worlds and diverse storytelling. It's a collection of enchanting fantasy tales that explore themes of identity, love, and dreams, offering a variety of perspectives and voices that celebrate inclusivity and the power of wishes. Whether you're a fan of adventure, romance, or coming-of-age stories, there's something for everyone in this imaginative ensemble.

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A collection of fifteen fantasy stories written in partnership with the organization, We Need Diverse Books.

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From We Need Diverse Books, the organisation behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes a young adult fantasy short story collection featuring some of the best own-voices children's authors, including New York Times bestselling authors Libba Bray (The Diviners), V. E. Schwab (A Darker Shade of Magic), Natalie C. Parker (Seafire), and many more. Edited by Dhonielle Clayton (The Belles).

In the fourth collaboration with We Need Diverse Books, fifteen award-winning and celebrated diverse authors deliver stories about a princess without need of a prince, a monster long misunderstood, memories that vanish with a spell, and voices that refuse to stay silent in the face of injustice. This powerful and inclusive collection contains a universe of wishes for a braver and more beautiful world.

Authors include: Samira Ahmed, Jenni Balch, Libba Bray, Dhonielle Clayton, Zoraida Córdova, Tessa Gratton, Kwame Mbalia, Anna-Marie McLemore, Tochi Onyebuchi, Mark Oshiro, Natalie C. Parker, Rebecca Roanhorse, V. E. Schwab, Tara Sim, Nic Stone.

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A Universe of Wishes is praised for enriching the literary landscape with diverse and empowering stories. Critics highlight its inclusive nature, allowing readers from all backgrounds to find representation. The anthology is noted for its fresh and welcoming depiction of worlds where everyone can belong, making it a standout choice for young readers.

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ISBN: 9781984896209

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 December 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Crown Books for Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 416

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dhonielle Clayton Penguin Books

About the Author

Dhonielle Clayton is COO of We Need Diverse Books. She is the co-author of the Tiny Pretty Things series and New York Times bestseller The Belles and its sequel The Everlasting Rose. She grew up in the Washington, DC suburbs on the Maryland side and spent most of her time under her grandmother's table with a stack of books. A former teacher and middle school librarian, Dhonielle is co-founder of CAKE Literary, a creative development company whipping up decidedly diverse books for a wide array of readers. She's got a serious travel bug and loves spending time outside of the USA, but makes her home in New York City, where she can most likely be found hunting for the best slice of pizza.

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