Description
THEY EXIST, ALL RIGHT
Book Summary
An irreverent and lighthearted anthology that brings together eleven fantasy authors to celebrate witchcraft in all its forms. Far from solemn treatises, this volume offers a feast of humor, magic, and debauchery where hags, sorceresses, and witch apprentices are the true protagonists. From champagne rituals to communion wafer vending machines, each story defies genre tropes to offer a light, fun, and surprisingly original read. A book designed for those looking to escape with a knowing smile.
What is it about?
In the pages of this encyclopedia of witchcraft and debauchery, all kinds of magical creatures coexist, but the true focus is on the witches. There are those drunk on punch, those with warts on their noses, and those with the latest smartphone; white witches, black witches, and true daughters of witches. Swarming around them are braggart warriors, fraud inspectors, friendly sex golems, dwarves, and trolls. Eleven fantasy authors have come together to create a mosaic of stories where the magical blends with the mundane, the absurd with the endearing, and where laughter is the main ingredient. Rites, sacrifices, magical cosmetics, potato chips, potions, and dishwasher-safe vibrators are just a few of the elements that populate this comic and unbridled universe.
Main Themes
- Contemporary and parodic witchcraft, far from classical stereotypes.
- Absurdist and lighthearted humor as the narrative axis.
- Anthology of fantasy stories with a playful and festive approach.
- Magical characters in everyday and zany situations.
- Multi-author collaboration centered around a common concept.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers looking for a light and fun read within the fantasy genre, without complexes or pretensions. Ideal for those who enjoy absurd humor, parodies of magical mythology, and choral anthologies with a lighthearted tone. Also suitable for those who want to discover various authors from the national fantasy scene in a single volume.
What this book offers
- A comic and original vision of witchcraft that breaks with traditional archetypes.
- Eleven independent stories that offer a variety of styles and approaches within the same tone.
- An agile reading experience, ideal for escaping and enjoying without demands.
- An irreverent tribute to the fantasy genre from the most shameless humor.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Rhei, Sofía; S. Morán, Sergio; Escolano, Sergi; Álvarez, Sergi; Campbell, Gabriella; González Duque, Ana
- Publisher: Editorial Pez de Plata
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Modern and contemporary fiction, Fantasy, Humor
- Collection: La risa floja
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: May 2019
- Number of pages: 336
- Weight: 530 g
Editorial Review
A brave and refreshing proposal within the fantasy genre, where humor is the true engine of the narrative. The gathering of eleven authors with diverse styles but cohesive in their common tone makes this anthology an ideal choice for those looking for entertainment without sacrificing imagination. Its parodic and uninhibited approach makes it especially recommended for readers who already know the codes of the genre and want to laugh at them.