A Girl's Guide to Guns and Monsters (el. knyga) (skaityta knyga) | knygos.lt

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Brilliant, original sci-fi and fantasy stories featuring brave and bold heroines

Thirteen urban and paranormal tales of strong women, armed with weapons they are not afraid to use, as well as fists and feet of fury, who face monsters and bad guys-and are not above rescuing men in the process.
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In the 21st century, women have come into their own in many areas, not the least of which is the roles they play in fantasy and science fiction. And in a world where we are beset by so many problems which seem to be beyond our control, what better fantasies to indulge in than those where we can successfully fight back against the bad guys, both mortal and monstrous.

Here are thirteen tales of strong women, armed with weapons they are not afraid to use, as well as fists and feet of fury. These are urban and paranormal stories certain to appeal to all readers of this most popular genre. So sit back and enjoy as these empowered women take on all challenges with weapons, wit, and skill—and pity the poor monsters and bad guys who'll need rescuing from them!

Contents:
Introduction by Kerrie Hughes
The Drifter by Jane Lindskold
Our Lady of the Vampires by Nancy Holder
Best Friends by Lilith Saintcrow
Elizabeth & Anna's Big Adventure by Jeanne Stein
Lupercalia by Anton Strout
Murder She Workshopped by Kristine Kathryn Rusch
Heart of Ash by Jim C. Hines
Jiang Shi by Elizabeth A. Vaughan
No Matter Where You Go by Tanya Huff
Signed in Blood by P.R. Frost
Broch de Shlang by Mickey Zucker Reichert
The Wooly Mountains by Alexander B. Potter
Invasive Species by Nina Kiriki Hoffman