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The Other Side of Never: Dark Tales from the World of Peter & Wendy

By A.C. Wise and A. J. Elwood and Rio Youers and Muriel Gray and Cavan Scott and Paul Finch and Guy Adams and A.K. Benedict and Robert Shearman
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The Other Side of Never: Dark Tales from the World of Peter & Wendy is an anthology that explores dark and imaginative stories set in the universe of Peter Pan. This collection digs into the shadows of Neverland, revealing twisted, fantastical tales that challenge the traditional narratives of Peter and Wendy's world. With contributions from various authors, each story offers a fresh and darker perspective on familiar characters and settings, blending adventure with an eerie sense of wonder.
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This collection may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring alternate and darker renditions of classic tales. With contributions from an impressive lineup of authors, it's perfect for fans of fantasy worlds reimagined through a slightly twisted, yet intriguing, lens.

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Dark tales inspired by J. M. Barrie's classic stories of Neverland, Captain Hook, Tinkerbell, and of course Peter Pan, from some the masters of science-fiction, horror and fantasy including A. C. Wise, Claire North, Lavie Tidhar and more.

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Dark tales inspired by J. M. Barrie's classic stories of Neverland, Captain Hook, Tinkerbell, and of course Peter Pan, from some of the masters of science-fiction, horror, and fantasy including A. C. Wise, Claire North, Lavie Tidhar, and more.

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A wide range of stories inspired by J.M. Barrie's classic tale, the faraway Neverland and its beloved characters such as Wendy, Captain Hook, The Lost Boys, Tinkerbell, and of course Peter Pan himself! Masters of fantasy, science-fiction, and horror come together to give their unique takes and twists on the mythos.

Featuring stories from:

Alison Littlewood

Muriel Gray

Rio Youers

Cavan Scott

Guy Adams

Edward Cox

Anna Smith Spark

Paul Finch

Robert Shearman

A.K. Benedict

Premee Mohamed

Lavie Tidhar

Laura Mauro

Kirsty Logan

Claire North

A.C. Wise

Gama Ray Martinez

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The Other Side of Never: Dark Tales from the World of Peter & Wendy is highly praised for its inventive take on the classic Peter Pan lore, providing a modern twist to familiar tales. The anthology is lauded for its diverse and imaginative stories that range in emotional tone, offering something for everyone while maintaining a dark and intriguing atmosphere. Readers have noted its ability to evoke a spectrum of feelings, from nostalgia to horror, making it a compelling read for fans of dark fantasy and fairy tales.

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ISBN: 9781803361789

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 384

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A. J. Elwood A.C. Wise A.K. Benedict Cavan Scott Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Guy Adams Horror & Supernatural Muriel Gray Paul Finch Rio Youers Robert Shearman Sci-Fi & Fantasy

About the Author

Paul Kane is an SFF and horror author and journalist, and co-edited the horror anothology Hellbound Hearts.

Marie O'Regan is a British Fantasy Award-nominated writer and editor of horror and dark fantasy fiction.

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