“Jane Yolen is, simply, a legend. The powerful fairy godmother of every writer working in mythic fantasy today. In these dark and wonderful stories, that legend proves itself true over and over again.”
—Catherynne M. Valente, author of the Fairyland series
“Look this way, look that; blazing her consummate imagination against the shadows of human sorrow, Jane Yolen has done it again. The Midnight Circus delights.”
—Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked
“Jane Yolen’s stories are pure magic! They draw you in, beguile your senses, and paint the world in richer hues than you’ve ever seen. Her tales will haunt you in the very best way. I loved every word!”
—Sarah Beth Durst, author of Race the Sands
“Nebula Award winner Yolen follows How to Fracture a Fairy Tale with another, slightly more sinister collection of delightfully dark fairy tales. Each of the 16 stories is coupled with a companion poem and fascinating story notes that allow readers to delve into Yolen’s magical worlds . . . Yolen’s many fans will be thrilled.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Some stories, like ‘Inscription,’ read like Celtic folktales while ‘Requiem Antarctica’ is a Jamesian tale of creeping madness at the ends of the Earth, and ‘An Infestation of Angels’ is a retelling of the book of Exodus. And if the stories themselves somehow aren’t enough, each is accompanied by a poem that extends its themes into evocative verse. Haunting stories from a modern master.”
—Kirkus
“The Midnight Circus sings with magic, darkness, and wonder— perfect for anyone who has ever loved a fairy tale. Thrilling and chilling all at once, this collection of stories will keep you riveted long after your bedtime, no matter your age.”
—Meagan Spooner, author of the Starbound Trilogy
“5/5 stars. A wonderful collection of short stories! Each one is its own self-contained story that is just perfection.”
—Ash & Books