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The Winter Spirits

Ghostly Tales for Frosty Nights

Bridget Collins author Jess Kidd author Elizabeth Macneal author Kiran Millwood Hargrave author Natasha Pulley author Andrew Michael Hurley author Laura Purcell author Imogen Hermes Gowar author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group

Published:19th Oct '23

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A captivating collection of ghostly tales reimagining Christmas traditions, The Winter Spirits features twelve renowned authors and their unique narratives.

In The Winter Spirits, readers are invited to explore a captivating collection of ghostly tales that celebrate the tradition of haunted stories during the Christmas season. Authored by twelve renowned writers in historical and gothic fiction, this anthology presents never-before-seen narratives that blend the eerie with the festive. Each story offers a unique perspective, weaving together themes of nostalgia, mystery, and the supernatural, set against the backdrop of winter's chill.

The anthology features contributions from celebrated authors such as Bridget Collins, Imogen Hermes Gowar, and Kiran Millwood Hargrave, each bringing their distinct voice to the collection. From haunted villas in Tuscany to secluded Scottish islands, the tales transport readers to enchanting yet unsettling locales. The authors not only honor the classic tradition of ghost stories but also infuse them with modern sensibilities, making them relevant and engaging for today's audience.

The Winter Spirits serves as the perfect companion for those long, frosty nights, encouraging readers to curl up by the fire and lose themselves in these chilling narratives. With praise from literary figures, the collection promises to be both chilling and satisfying, ensuring that the spirit of the season is filled with both wonder and a touch of the macabre.

Terrific - every bit as good as an MR James collection -- ROSIE ANDREWS, author of THE LEVIATHAN
I absolutely devoured The Winter Spirits - every story is a gem. This collection will form part of my Christmas reading tradition. -- LAURA SHEPPERSON, author of THE HEROINES
This is another dazzling collection which bridges the gap between tradition and new writing quite brilliantly. Each author's voice is eerily distinct in stories that range from playful melancholy to outright terror. It's a wonderful anthology: chilling, moving, tremendously satisfying, and a joy to read. -- AMANDA MASON, author of THE WAYWARD GIRLS
An eerily macabre, hauntingly propulsive collection of ghostly tales -- JOANNE BURN, author of THE HEMLOCK CURE
A masterful collection of spooky tales. Each one is truly original. The Winter Spirits is a real treat for the autumn and winter. -- CARLY REAGON, author of THE TOLL HOUSE
This deliciously eerie follow-up to the bestselling ghost story collection The Haunting Season is the perfect bedfellow for these cold winter nights. * WOMAN & HOME *
There are ghosts, monsters and things that go bump in the night in this cracking collection of supernatural stories . . . creepy and atmospheric * DAILY MIRROR *
A must for fans of The Haunting Season. Prepare to be spooked. * SUNDAY EXPRESS *

ISBN: 9781408727584

Dimensions: 220mm x 144mm x 42mm

Weight: 580g

464 pages