title: Joy to the Worlds: Mysterious Speculative Fiction for the Holidays
author:  Maia Chance 
description: "Eight short stories by four authors glisten with holiday wonder, eachone decorated in hues of legend, myth, SF, and quirky, joyful fun."<b> </b><i><b>-Publisher's Weekly</b></i><br /><br />"...an imaginative ride into the 'what-if'. Drawing from traditionalmythology and lore as well as time-travel and science fiction, eachauthor presents a unique perspective on the traditional holiday tale."<i><b> -San Francisco Book Review</b></i><br /><br />"...brain-bending, strange, and wonderful...perfect for taking your mind off holiday stresses...Grab a copy for yourself, and think about yourbook-obsessed friends as well."<i> <b>-Fan Girl Nation</b></i><br /><br /><i>"Joy to the Worlds</i> is a wide-ranging mixture of SF, Fantasy and Horror that made me wish for snowy weather and a good hot drink. [It] reminded me of Connie Willis's collection <i>Miracle and Other Christmas Stories</i>." <b>-SFF World</b><br /><br />"...a spunky alternative to traditional holiday fare...If you're a dystopian at heart, <i>Joy to the Worlds</i> may be the remedy for you." <b>-Barbara McMichael, The Bellingham Herald</b>
zlib_text: PRAISE FOR
  
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  “A gold-medal debut for the ShibSibs! This fun, fast-paced mystery with two
  fierce new detectives will keep young readers turning the pages until the
  twisty end!”
  
  >  **—Elizabeth Eulberg, author of the Great Shelby Holmes series**
  
  “Maia and Alex Shibutani have created an exciting world that explores mystery,
  the travails of competition, and the loving support of family. An entertaining
  read for all generations.”
  
  >  **—Bobby Hundreds, author of** _ **This Is Not a T-Shirt**_
  
  “A fun, exciting adventure all across Tokyo. The Kudo Kids are lovable and
  daring, proving to be highly relatable heroes that kids will root for.”
  
  >  **—Lyla Lee, author of** _ **Mindy Kim and the Yummy Seaweed Business**_
  > **and** _ **I’ll Be the One**_
  
  ALSO BY  
  MAIA AND ALEX SHIBUTANI
  
   _Kudo Kids: The Mystery in Manhattan_
  
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  An imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, New York
  
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