Publisher's Synopsis
Authors were asked to write a short story set in a swamp. They were challenged to include three highlights: an amphibian, a maple tree, and an old friend. These stories are found in the first chapter. Strange things are happening in the misty swamp where people are missing and swamp creatures are found. Authors were challenged to write another story showing unusual weather. They were asked to include three highlights: a wise person, a race against time, and something that falls from the sky. These stories are found in chapter two. Authors were challenged to write another story set at a carnival. They were challenged to include three highlights: a secret passageway, something lost, and an insect. These stories are found in the third chapter. Chapter four is a bonus. Authors were challenged to write another story exploring the concept of a mask. Sixty-five giant tales written by twenty authors.
