My Big Fat Supernatural Wedding
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by P.N. Elrod, L.A. Banks, Jim Butcher, Esther M. Friesner, Rachel Caine, Lori Handeland, Charlaine Harris, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Sunsan Krinard, Elizabeth Rodgers, Eileen Stevens
Why You'll Love This
Nine genre heavyweights — including Butcher, Harris, and Kenyon — crash the altar with vampires, werewolves, and one unforgettable Elvis.
- Great if you want: quick dips into beloved paranormal worlds without commitment
- The experience: breezy and fun — each story resets the tone completely
- The writing: wildly varied voices; Butcher's wit and Harris's dry Southern deadpan stand out
- Skip if: you want depth — these are snack-sized stories, not full meals
About This Book
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something supernatural—this anthology collects nine original stories from some of genre fiction's most beloved voices, all centered on that most human of institutions: the wedding. But when the guests include werewolves, vampires, and the occasional undead Elvis impersonator, even the simplest "I do" carries genuine stakes. Each story finds its own tonal sweet spot between romance and chaos, tenderness and teeth, asking what love actually looks like when the people exchanging vows aren't entirely people.
What makes this collection particularly rewarding is the range it achieves without losing coherence. Jim Butcher drops Dresden Files readers into familiar territory with his characteristic wit intact, while Charlaine Harris delivers a Sookie Stackhouse story that crackles with her signature dry humor. Sherrilyn Kenyon, Rachel Caine, and Susan Krinard each bring their established worlds to the altar in ways that feel complete rather than abbreviated. The result is a collection that reads less like a grab-bag and more like a well-curated evening—short enough to finish in a sitting, varied enough to hold genuine surprises throughout.