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Never Too Old to Save the World: A Midlife Calling Anthology
Once every generation there is a Chosen One, who will stand between humanity and darkness.
But why is the Chosen One so often a teenager? Why do only children get swept through portals to save the fantastic world on the other side? Whose idea was it to put the fate of the world in the hands of someone without a fully developed prefrontal cortex?
In Never Too Old to Save the World, nineteen authors explore what would happen if the Chosen One were called midlife. What would happen if the Chosen One were:
a soccer mom
a cat lady
a nosy grandmother
a social worker
a retiree
an aging swordmaster?
The Chosen One could be anyone—because when the universe calls, the real question is whether the hero will take up the mantle and answer their midlife calling. Sometimes the world needs a hero who's already been in the thick of chaos and survived. In those cases, age does matter.
stories:
Lean in: The Lord of Hell Is Coming by Ericka Kahler
Big Momma Saves the World by Maurice Broaddus
A Legacy of Ghosts by Sarah Hans
The M.A.M.I. Incident by Guadalupe Garcia McCall
Adya and the Messengers by Jaymie Wagner
Soccer Mom Saves the World by Addie J. King
My Roots Run Deep by John F. Allen
It’s My Nature by J.D. Blackrose
Truthteller by Linda Robertson
Utopia by Vaseem Khan
Jackalope Wives by Ursala Vernon
Granny by R.J. Sullivan
Launch Day Milkshakes by Jim C. Hines
The Sunspear by Alexandra Pitchford
Once a Queen by Alana Joli Abbott
By the Works of Her Hands by LaShawn M. Wanak
All the World’s Treasures by Kimberly Pauley
Strange Wings by Kathryn Ivey
The Mountain Witch by Lucy A. Snyder
But why is the Chosen One so often a teenager? Why do only children get swept through portals to save the fantastic world on the other side? Whose idea was it to put the fate of the world in the hands of someone without a fully developed prefrontal cortex?
In Never Too Old to Save the World, nineteen authors explore what would happen if the Chosen One were called midlife. What would happen if the Chosen One were:
a soccer mom
a cat lady
a nosy grandmother
a social worker
a retiree
an aging swordmaster?
The Chosen One could be anyone—because when the universe calls, the real question is whether the hero will take up the mantle and answer their midlife calling. Sometimes the world needs a hero who's already been in the thick of chaos and survived. In those cases, age does matter.
stories:
Lean in: The Lord of Hell Is Coming by Ericka Kahler
Big Momma Saves the World by Maurice Broaddus
A Legacy of Ghosts by Sarah Hans
The M.A.M.I. Incident by Guadalupe Garcia McCall
Adya and the Messengers by Jaymie Wagner
Soccer Mom Saves the World by Addie J. King
My Roots Run Deep by John F. Allen
It’s My Nature by J.D. Blackrose
Truthteller by Linda Robertson
Utopia by Vaseem Khan
Jackalope Wives by Ursala Vernon
Granny by R.J. Sullivan
Launch Day Milkshakes by Jim C. Hines
The Sunspear by Alexandra Pitchford
Once a Queen by Alana Joli Abbott
By the Works of Her Hands by LaShawn M. Wanak
All the World’s Treasures by Kimberly Pauley
Strange Wings by Kathryn Ivey
The Mountain Witch by Lucy A. Snyder
318 pages, Paperback
Published February 7, 2023
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About the author
Addie J. King
18 books23 followersAddie J. King spends her days as an attorney in Urbana, Ohio, and writes paranormal mystery and contemporary fantasy whenever she can. Her novels, THE GRIMM LEGACY, THE ANDERSEN ANCESTRY, THE WONDERLAND WOES, THE BUNYAN BARTER and THE PERRAULT VOW are available from Loconeal Publishing, an imprint of Hydra Publications. Addie is also the author of SHADES OF GRAY, the first book in The Hochenwalt Files series. Addie also has a number of short stories published in various anthologies. Her website is www.addiejking.com
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August 13, 2023
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Average star rating for the anthology: 2.53 stars (rounded up for the sake of an even star rating)
I loved the idea behind this anthology. It sounded like it would be awesome to read a story where people who are a bit older in life finally get their chosen one stories. However, I felt like most of the stories in this anthology were either mediocre or outright terrible. I don’t think this anthology is one that I’d necessarily recommend reading unless you want to pick through and only read a handful of the stories. My favorites were “A Legacy of Ghosts,” “The M.A.M.I. Incident,” and “Once A Queen.”
Lean In: The Lord of Hell is Coming - 1 star: A weak start to the anthology. This story was a cheesy mess that I was rolling my eyes at while reading. I found Vincent to be a very bland character that I didn’t care about at all. Mary Ann was even worse. She was arrogant and had terribly written dialogue.
Big Momma Saves the World - 1 star: This story had a lot of potential, but I disliked the main character Lavitra. I found her to be really annoying and arrogant. I also found the villains to be really weak and they weren’t explained well, so I couldn’t quite understand why the two sides were fighting each other.
A Legacy of Ghosts - 4 stars: The first one I enjoyed in this anthology. I found Morgan to be a really likable main character. I loved how she knew what she wanted in life and how she would do whatever it took to get it. The writing style in this story was beautiful. I liked the romance as well, but I wish the story would’ve been slightly longer so that we could see the romance bloom even more.
The M.A.M.I. Incident - 4 stars: A really interesting dystopian story. It would’ve been better as a full length novel, but it was really suspenseful and it posed some great moral questions.
Adya and the Messengers - 1 star: An incredibly boring story. It was very repetitive and read like a bland fairy tale. I hated Adya as a character and I wish she would’ve had more agency in the story. Truthfully Adya could’ve been replaced with any other character because she let the spirits guide her to her destiny instead of taking charge of her life.
Soccer Mom Saves The World - 2 stars: I liked the idea of a demon invading a soccer game, but I found the story to be way too cheesy and most of the characters felt two dimensional.
My Roots Run Deep - 3 stars: The most meaningful and impactful story in this collection. I liked how the story wove history with fantasy and the present time to create an interesting story. However, I wasn’t super attached to any of the characters and I in particular hated Devlin. He gave me weird vibes and he should’ve taken “no” as no instead of trying to pursue Mia for years until she said yes.
It’s My Nature - A “Monster Hunter Mom” Adventure - 3 stars: The monster was really creative, but the rest of the story was really weak and bland.
Truthteller - 2 stars: I liked Jenn, but I didn’t like much else about Truthteller. I’m not a huge fan of magical realism, especially when it comes to magical artifacts. I also don’t understand why Lydia would risk her life for someone she barely knows.
Utopia - 2 stars: Utopia had the potential to be great, but it centered on the part of the alien invasion that I personally care least about. It also felt like an incomplete story. It needed more.
Jackalope Wives - 3 stars: I liked the idea of the Jackalope Wives. They’re interesting creatures and it would be fun to have a whole novel focusing on them. For this short story though, I felt like I wanted more out of it. I wanted a deeper meaning and stronger characterization.
Granny - 3 stars: I have mixed feelings on this one. On the one hand, I love a crime fighting granny. On the other hand, the way granny goes about her crime fighting makes her somewhat of a Karen. She seems to call the cops anytime she witnesses anything suspicious, so I have a strong feeling that unless she has magical powers, she’s definitely called the cops on someone who didn’t need to be arrested.
Launch Day Milkshakes - 2 stars: I was really confused for most of this story. No one can write a clearly understandable virtual reality and space exploration science fiction story in just a few short pages.
The Sunspear - A “Greymantle” Story - 2 stars: I liked the setting, but I hated the characters and I wish the villains were explained more clearly.
Once A Queen - 5 stars: My favorite one in this anthology. Once A Queen seemed like a Narnia inspired story. It was wonderful and reading it felt like receiving a warm hug from someone you love. I could read a whole series about this story and never get bored.
By The Works Of Her Hands - 3 stars: The ending of the story was confusing, but other than that the story was okay. There was parts I enjoyed and other parts I hated. Definitely a mixed bag for me.
All The World’s Treasures - 2 stars: I liked Kristin and Por Por, but the story was boring and the aliens were confusing.
Strange Wings - 2 stars: I didn’t care much for this story, and the story felt incomplete. It was all lead up to a character being asked to accept their calling. There was no action, and the fantasy elements weren’t explained well.
The Mountain Witch - 3 stars: I loved the romance, but hated the writing style.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
Average star rating for the anthology: 2.53 stars (rounded up for the sake of an even star rating)
I loved the idea behind this anthology. It sounded like it would be awesome to read a story where people who are a bit older in life finally get their chosen one stories. However, I felt like most of the stories in this anthology were either mediocre or outright terrible. I don’t think this anthology is one that I’d necessarily recommend reading unless you want to pick through and only read a handful of the stories. My favorites were “A Legacy of Ghosts,” “The M.A.M.I. Incident,” and “Once A Queen.”
Lean In: The Lord of Hell is Coming - 1 star: A weak start to the anthology. This story was a cheesy mess that I was rolling my eyes at while reading. I found Vincent to be a very bland character that I didn’t care about at all. Mary Ann was even worse. She was arrogant and had terribly written dialogue.
Big Momma Saves the World - 1 star: This story had a lot of potential, but I disliked the main character Lavitra. I found her to be really annoying and arrogant. I also found the villains to be really weak and they weren’t explained well, so I couldn’t quite understand why the two sides were fighting each other.
A Legacy of Ghosts - 4 stars: The first one I enjoyed in this anthology. I found Morgan to be a really likable main character. I loved how she knew what she wanted in life and how she would do whatever it took to get it. The writing style in this story was beautiful. I liked the romance as well, but I wish the story would’ve been slightly longer so that we could see the romance bloom even more.
The M.A.M.I. Incident - 4 stars: A really interesting dystopian story. It would’ve been better as a full length novel, but it was really suspenseful and it posed some great moral questions.
Adya and the Messengers - 1 star: An incredibly boring story. It was very repetitive and read like a bland fairy tale. I hated Adya as a character and I wish she would’ve had more agency in the story. Truthfully Adya could’ve been replaced with any other character because she let the spirits guide her to her destiny instead of taking charge of her life.
Soccer Mom Saves The World - 2 stars: I liked the idea of a demon invading a soccer game, but I found the story to be way too cheesy and most of the characters felt two dimensional.
My Roots Run Deep - 3 stars: The most meaningful and impactful story in this collection. I liked how the story wove history with fantasy and the present time to create an interesting story. However, I wasn’t super attached to any of the characters and I in particular hated Devlin. He gave me weird vibes and he should’ve taken “no” as no instead of trying to pursue Mia for years until she said yes.
It’s My Nature - A “Monster Hunter Mom” Adventure - 3 stars: The monster was really creative, but the rest of the story was really weak and bland.
Truthteller - 2 stars: I liked Jenn, but I didn’t like much else about Truthteller. I’m not a huge fan of magical realism, especially when it comes to magical artifacts. I also don’t understand why Lydia would risk her life for someone she barely knows.
Utopia - 2 stars: Utopia had the potential to be great, but it centered on the part of the alien invasion that I personally care least about. It also felt like an incomplete story. It needed more.
Jackalope Wives - 3 stars: I liked the idea of the Jackalope Wives. They’re interesting creatures and it would be fun to have a whole novel focusing on them. For this short story though, I felt like I wanted more out of it. I wanted a deeper meaning and stronger characterization.
Granny - 3 stars: I have mixed feelings on this one. On the one hand, I love a crime fighting granny. On the other hand, the way granny goes about her crime fighting makes her somewhat of a Karen. She seems to call the cops anytime she witnesses anything suspicious, so I have a strong feeling that unless she has magical powers, she’s definitely called the cops on someone who didn’t need to be arrested.
Launch Day Milkshakes - 2 stars: I was really confused for most of this story. No one can write a clearly understandable virtual reality and space exploration science fiction story in just a few short pages.
The Sunspear - A “Greymantle” Story - 2 stars: I liked the setting, but I hated the characters and I wish the villains were explained more clearly.
Once A Queen - 5 stars: My favorite one in this anthology. Once A Queen seemed like a Narnia inspired story. It was wonderful and reading it felt like receiving a warm hug from someone you love. I could read a whole series about this story and never get bored.
By The Works Of Her Hands - 3 stars: The ending of the story was confusing, but other than that the story was okay. There was parts I enjoyed and other parts I hated. Definitely a mixed bag for me.
All The World’s Treasures - 2 stars: I liked Kristin and Por Por, but the story was boring and the aliens were confusing.
Strange Wings - 2 stars: I didn’t care much for this story, and the story felt incomplete. It was all lead up to a character being asked to accept their calling. There was no action, and the fantasy elements weren’t explained well.
The Mountain Witch - 3 stars: I loved the romance, but hated the writing style.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 1, 2023
Stars: 3 out of 5.
The problem with anthologies is that the stories in them are usually very uneven. You can find some hidden gems, but you will also find stories that are uninspiring to say the least.
In this particular case, the idea behind the anthology was great. The tired trope of the Chosen One has been done into oblivion over the years, but most of the Chosen Ones are children or young adults. It's like your membership to this club automatically expires once you turn twenty, or something. It's refreshing to see stories about Chosen Ones who are middle-aged, and have a wealth of experience behind them. Who have lived their lives, had their teenage rebellions, have settled into their lives, and pretty much know who they are and what they want.
In theory, this premise, this should make for wonderful stories, where the Chosen One doesn't need prophets or kings to tell them what to do or how to act, and have a strong moral compass on their own. The execution, however, is rather disappointing.
I think the only story I really liked was A Legacy of Ghosts. It felt like a fully fleshed out story with a sympathetic protagonist and some stakes you could feel. The Jackalope Wives was okay as well, but I felt that I liked it more due to the author's writing style than due to the story itself. Another one I truly enjoyed was Once A Queen. It had that Wayward Children by Seanan McGuire series vibe, and I enjoyed at least the first 2-3 books in that series.
The rest of the stories ranged from meh to frankly mediocre. I went back to re-read the titles of the stories before I sat down to write this review, and I was sad to discover that I couldn't even remember what some of the stories were about. Yes, they were that unmemorable.
I would say that this is an anthology that you can pick up from your library just to read a few select stories, and don't feel guilty returning it having skipped the rest.
PS: I received an advanced copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
If you liked this review, check out my blog.
The problem with anthologies is that the stories in them are usually very uneven. You can find some hidden gems, but you will also find stories that are uninspiring to say the least.
In this particular case, the idea behind the anthology was great. The tired trope of the Chosen One has been done into oblivion over the years, but most of the Chosen Ones are children or young adults. It's like your membership to this club automatically expires once you turn twenty, or something. It's refreshing to see stories about Chosen Ones who are middle-aged, and have a wealth of experience behind them. Who have lived their lives, had their teenage rebellions, have settled into their lives, and pretty much know who they are and what they want.
In theory, this premise, this should make for wonderful stories, where the Chosen One doesn't need prophets or kings to tell them what to do or how to act, and have a strong moral compass on their own. The execution, however, is rather disappointing.
I think the only story I really liked was A Legacy of Ghosts. It felt like a fully fleshed out story with a sympathetic protagonist and some stakes you could feel. The Jackalope Wives was okay as well, but I felt that I liked it more due to the author's writing style than due to the story itself. Another one I truly enjoyed was Once A Queen. It had that Wayward Children by Seanan McGuire series vibe, and I enjoyed at least the first 2-3 books in that series.
The rest of the stories ranged from meh to frankly mediocre. I went back to re-read the titles of the stories before I sat down to write this review, and I was sad to discover that I couldn't even remember what some of the stories were about. Yes, they were that unmemorable.
I would say that this is an anthology that you can pick up from your library just to read a few select stories, and don't feel guilty returning it having skipped the rest.
PS: I received an advanced copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
If you liked this review, check out my blog.
December 13, 2022
This is a great anthology, with pieces by the two editors and several other authors—notably Jim C. Hines and Ursula Vernon. My favorites among the lot were "Launch Day Milkshakes" (Jim Hines), "Jackalope Wives" (Ursula Vernon), "Ayda and the Messengers" (Jaymie Wagner), "By the Works of Her Hands" (LaShawn M. Wanak), and "All the World's Treasures" (Kimberly Pauley). I really appreciated the older MCs in this volume, and the racial and LGBTQ+ inclusion as well. Highly recommended!
November 7, 2022
I'm so glad I backed this anthology! The stories felt warm and welcoming, and I loved the thought processes of the heroines and the occasional hero! It was refreshing to not be dealing with teenage or even young adult angst as an older person myself, so good!
June 29, 2023
A very nice compilation of "Chosen Ones" short stories, where the chosen ones are middle aged women instead of the usual teen protagonist. Makes for a very nice change of perspective. The range is from fantasy to western to SciFi, and I had a good round of fun with it!
January 15, 2023
3.5 stars
ARC provided by the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I really loved the theme of this anthology that focuses on older characters being the Chosen One and saving the world. Some were more epic in scale than others, where I think the author interpreted the theme very loosely. Most of the stories would fall within fantasy, but there are a couple that are more scifi.
Lean In: The Lord of Hell Is Coming by Ericka Kahler (4⭐)
I liked this take on the Chosen One refusing violence. Not very subtle and a bit repetitive, though.
Big Momma Saves the World by Maurice Broaddus (2⭐)
The idea behind this was interesting, but I was just very confused.
A Legacy of Ghosts by Sarah Hans (4⭐)
I liked the drama of this one. It did a lot for a short story.
The M.A.M.I. Incident by Guadalupe Garcia McCall (2⭐)
The idea behind this was interesting, but the story itself felt chaotic and unhinged, with a plot twist that came out of nowhere.
Adya and the Messengers by Jaymie Wagner (5⭐)
This was really sweet, and I loved the fairytale vibes.
Soccer Mom Saves the World by Addie J. King (3⭐)
It got a bit chaotic at one point, but was fun overall.
My Roots Run Deep by John F. Allen (1⭐)
This was a mess. The plot was nonsensical, and words were used that don't mean what the author apparently thinks they mean.
It's My Nature by JD Blackrose (4⭐)
Enjoyed this overall, some of the dialogue was really good.
Truthteller by Linda Robertson (5⭐)
Really liked the premise and execution. A lot of worldbuilding packed into this one without making it feel like an infodump.
Utopia by Vaseem Khan (4⭐)
I enjoyed this but the ending was very abrupt.
Jackalope Wives by Ursula Vernon (5⭐)
This is the reason I picked up this anthology, and I was not disappointed. Vernon's prose and stories always hit. Love the dark fairytale vibes.
Granny by R.J. Sullivan (2⭐)
There was nothing wrong with this, it just wasn't very memorable and had some cheesy dialogue.
Launch Day Milkshakes by Jim C. Hines (3⭐)
This was mostly a conversation between 2 characters, which is a shame because the concept was interesting, it just felt underutilized/underdeveloped.
The Sunspear by Alexandra Pitchford (2⭐)
This was very vague and very chaotic, and I never really got a handle on what was going on.
Once a Queen by Alana Joli Abbott (4⭐)
Even though not much happens, this was still cute. Wish there had been more time to explore the portal world.
By the Works of Her Hands by LaShawn M. Wanak (5⭐)
Loved the writing and the idea of a social worker going to a portal world and helping different creatures from that world find better places in our own.
All the World's Treasures by Kimberly Pauley (4⭐)
Por por was a force to be reckoned with. Loved reading about her.
Strange Wings by Kathryn Ivey (2⭐)
This was description-heavy, and then there was a lot of walking, and when we finally got to the good part, the story ended.
The Mountain Witch by Lucy A. Snyder (3⭐)
Discusses how history is historically rewritten to suit what men want/need.
ARC provided by the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I really loved the theme of this anthology that focuses on older characters being the Chosen One and saving the world. Some were more epic in scale than others, where I think the author interpreted the theme very loosely. Most of the stories would fall within fantasy, but there are a couple that are more scifi.
Lean In: The Lord of Hell Is Coming by Ericka Kahler (4⭐)
I liked this take on the Chosen One refusing violence. Not very subtle and a bit repetitive, though.
Big Momma Saves the World by Maurice Broaddus (2⭐)
The idea behind this was interesting, but I was just very confused.
A Legacy of Ghosts by Sarah Hans (4⭐)
I liked the drama of this one. It did a lot for a short story.
The M.A.M.I. Incident by Guadalupe Garcia McCall (2⭐)
The idea behind this was interesting, but the story itself felt chaotic and unhinged, with a plot twist that came out of nowhere.
Adya and the Messengers by Jaymie Wagner (5⭐)
This was really sweet, and I loved the fairytale vibes.
Soccer Mom Saves the World by Addie J. King (3⭐)
It got a bit chaotic at one point, but was fun overall.
My Roots Run Deep by John F. Allen (1⭐)
This was a mess. The plot was nonsensical, and words were used that don't mean what the author apparently thinks they mean.
It's My Nature by JD Blackrose (4⭐)
Enjoyed this overall, some of the dialogue was really good.
Truthteller by Linda Robertson (5⭐)
Really liked the premise and execution. A lot of worldbuilding packed into this one without making it feel like an infodump.
Utopia by Vaseem Khan (4⭐)
I enjoyed this but the ending was very abrupt.
Jackalope Wives by Ursula Vernon (5⭐)
This is the reason I picked up this anthology, and I was not disappointed. Vernon's prose and stories always hit. Love the dark fairytale vibes.
Granny by R.J. Sullivan (2⭐)
There was nothing wrong with this, it just wasn't very memorable and had some cheesy dialogue.
Launch Day Milkshakes by Jim C. Hines (3⭐)
This was mostly a conversation between 2 characters, which is a shame because the concept was interesting, it just felt underutilized/underdeveloped.
The Sunspear by Alexandra Pitchford (2⭐)
This was very vague and very chaotic, and I never really got a handle on what was going on.
Once a Queen by Alana Joli Abbott (4⭐)
Even though not much happens, this was still cute. Wish there had been more time to explore the portal world.
By the Works of Her Hands by LaShawn M. Wanak (5⭐)
Loved the writing and the idea of a social worker going to a portal world and helping different creatures from that world find better places in our own.
All the World's Treasures by Kimberly Pauley (4⭐)
Por por was a force to be reckoned with. Loved reading about her.
Strange Wings by Kathryn Ivey (2⭐)
This was description-heavy, and then there was a lot of walking, and when we finally got to the good part, the story ended.
The Mountain Witch by Lucy A. Snyder (3⭐)
Discusses how history is historically rewritten to suit what men want/need.
January 4, 2023
A solid 4.5/5 stars!
Just, wow! I had such high hopes for this as soon as I read the description, and I'm so glad it (mostly) didn't disappoint!! All of these short stories centre on a middle aged or older woman (and one man) either being Chosen or choosing themselves to save their world as they know it. It's very refreshing to read from the point of view of someone who's "too old for this" but does it anyway so she can help the orcs and dryads lead a better life ("By The Works of Her Hands" by LaShawn M Wanak), or the cool-headed Boss who's figured out the way to get her demon employees to behave is to negotiate with them like she does with her toddlers ("Lean In: The Lord of Hell is Coming" by Ericka Kahler).
I honestly loved almost all of these, my top three favourites being "Launch Day Milkshakes" by Jim C Hines (one word - CATS 😭), "The Mountain Witch" by Lucy A Snyder (I love witch stories that end up being a surprise Sapphic love story!!!!!), and "Strange Wings" by Kathryn Ivey (I really want to see this fleshed out into a full novel, what happens next?!). I really enjoyed "The M.A.M.I. Incident" by Guadalupe Garcia McCall, but I was also confused for a lot of it and this one I feel would absolutely benefit from being expanded into a longer story.
The only reason I give 4.5 instead of 5 were because of two stories I just Did. Not. Like. First was "Soccer Mom Saves The World" by Addie J King. This was just so cheesy, it really felt like it should have been in a YA collection and didn't fit the vibe of the rest of the stories. I ended up skimming the last half of it because it was just so lame, lol. The second was "Granny" by R.J. Sullivan. A nosy old lady that sits on her front porch and uses opera glasses to spy on her neighbours alongside Gregory the Garden Gnome because she "just knows" when crime is about to happen, so she then tips off her ol' pal Lt Brain McDowell of the Indianapolis police and arrest those ruffians infiltrating her neighbourhood! Great! 🙃 I hated this from start to finish and am so glad it was in the middle, bc if it was at the start I may not have continued, and if it was the last one I would have been so disappointed hahahaha.
Oh, and that the cover art wasn't based on a story within the book. It's cool art, just not a story in this anthology and that was disappointing.
All in all this was a fantastic collection of short stories. I am so excited to sell this in my bookstore next month!
Thank you so much NetGalley and Outland Entertainment for thus fantastic arc, and discover some new authors to boot!
Just, wow! I had such high hopes for this as soon as I read the description, and I'm so glad it (mostly) didn't disappoint!! All of these short stories centre on a middle aged or older woman (and one man) either being Chosen or choosing themselves to save their world as they know it. It's very refreshing to read from the point of view of someone who's "too old for this" but does it anyway so she can help the orcs and dryads lead a better life ("By The Works of Her Hands" by LaShawn M Wanak), or the cool-headed Boss who's figured out the way to get her demon employees to behave is to negotiate with them like she does with her toddlers ("Lean In: The Lord of Hell is Coming" by Ericka Kahler).
I honestly loved almost all of these, my top three favourites being "Launch Day Milkshakes" by Jim C Hines (one word - CATS 😭), "The Mountain Witch" by Lucy A Snyder (I love witch stories that end up being a surprise Sapphic love story!!!!!), and "Strange Wings" by Kathryn Ivey (I really want to see this fleshed out into a full novel, what happens next?!). I really enjoyed "The M.A.M.I. Incident" by Guadalupe Garcia McCall, but I was also confused for a lot of it and this one I feel would absolutely benefit from being expanded into a longer story.
The only reason I give 4.5 instead of 5 were because of two stories I just Did. Not. Like. First was "Soccer Mom Saves The World" by Addie J King. This was just so cheesy, it really felt like it should have been in a YA collection and didn't fit the vibe of the rest of the stories. I ended up skimming the last half of it because it was just so lame, lol. The second was "Granny" by R.J. Sullivan. A nosy old lady that sits on her front porch and uses opera glasses to spy on her neighbours alongside Gregory the Garden Gnome because she "just knows" when crime is about to happen, so she then tips off her ol' pal Lt Brain McDowell of the Indianapolis police and arrest those ruffians infiltrating her neighbourhood! Great! 🙃 I hated this from start to finish and am so glad it was in the middle, bc if it was at the start I may not have continued, and if it was the last one I would have been so disappointed hahahaha.
Oh, and that the cover art wasn't based on a story within the book. It's cool art, just not a story in this anthology and that was disappointing.
All in all this was a fantastic collection of short stories. I am so excited to sell this in my bookstore next month!
Thank you so much NetGalley and Outland Entertainment for thus fantastic arc, and discover some new authors to boot!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 22, 2023
*Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book for review, all opinions are my own*
Lean in: the lord of hell is coming By Ericka Kahler-3.5 stars
Big momma saves the world By Maurice Broaddus-2 stars
A legacy of ghosts By Sarah Hans- 4 stars
The M.A.M.I incident By Guadalupe García McCall- 5 stars
Adya and the messengers By Jaymie Wagner- DNF
Soccer mom saves the world By Addie J.King- 4 stars
My roots run deep By John F.Allen- 3.5 stars
It's my nature By JD Blackrose- 3 stars
Truthteller By Linda Robertson- DNF
Utopia By Vaseem Khan- 2.5 stars
Jacklope wives By Ursula Vernon- 2 stars
Granny By R.J.Sullivan- 3.5 stars
Lunch and milkshakes By Jim C.Hines- 3 stars
The sunspear By Alexandra Picthford- DNF
Once a queen By Alana Joli Abbott- 3 stars
By the works of her hands By LaShawn M.Wanak- 4 stars
All the world's treasures By Kimberly Pauley- 3 stars
Strange wings By Kathryn Ivey- 4 stars
The mountain witch By Lucy A.Snyder- DNF
Lean in: the lord of hell is coming By Ericka Kahler-3.5 stars
Big momma saves the world By Maurice Broaddus-2 stars
A legacy of ghosts By Sarah Hans- 4 stars
The M.A.M.I incident By Guadalupe García McCall- 5 stars
Adya and the messengers By Jaymie Wagner- DNF
Soccer mom saves the world By Addie J.King- 4 stars
My roots run deep By John F.Allen- 3.5 stars
It's my nature By JD Blackrose- 3 stars
Truthteller By Linda Robertson- DNF
Utopia By Vaseem Khan- 2.5 stars
Jacklope wives By Ursula Vernon- 2 stars
Granny By R.J.Sullivan- 3.5 stars
Lunch and milkshakes By Jim C.Hines- 3 stars
The sunspear By Alexandra Picthford- DNF
Once a queen By Alana Joli Abbott- 3 stars
By the works of her hands By LaShawn M.Wanak- 4 stars
All the world's treasures By Kimberly Pauley- 3 stars
Strange wings By Kathryn Ivey- 4 stars
The mountain witch By Lucy A.Snyder- DNF
December 2, 2022
This is a fine, well edited, multi-author anthology generally themed around unlikely, older, female saviors- traditionally “heroines” but with a lot more agency than that usually implies. The stories veer toward fantasy more than science fiction and range in quality from quite effective to slight (Jim Hines’ contribution) with most better than average. I was quite taken with stories by the excellent Ursula Vernon (a reprint of Jackalope Wives), Linda Robertson, and Jon Allen. If there is a flaw, I found some of the stories too obvious - as can happen in a themed anthology - but I appreciate that the editors didn’t shy away from dark endings.
December 26, 2022
Thank you to the publishee & Netgalley for the opportunity to review this ARC.
It's quite rare to find stories where the world needs saving and out heroine is NOT a teenager. And while I enjoy these books, sometimes I want to read about people closer to my age that still fight for Earth and their family/community. This anthology is a perfect read if you're looking for it! Featuring 19 stories ranging from sci-fi to urban fantasy, and with various heroines that are grandmothers, social workers and even CEOs. I hope that some of the stories will inspire full length novels since I want to meet the characters again! A solid 4 star read, great when you want to get inspired
It's quite rare to find stories where the world needs saving and out heroine is NOT a teenager. And while I enjoy these books, sometimes I want to read about people closer to my age that still fight for Earth and their family/community. This anthology is a perfect read if you're looking for it! Featuring 19 stories ranging from sci-fi to urban fantasy, and with various heroines that are grandmothers, social workers and even CEOs. I hope that some of the stories will inspire full length novels since I want to meet the characters again! A solid 4 star read, great when you want to get inspired
December 11, 2022
I went into this book without expectations but maybe assuming there would be some annoying tropes? Happily, I was wrong. The bulk of the stories are really excellent, some are unexpected while others are predictable but really well done. There are maybe 3 or 4 that I felt were somewhat unfinished and I wondered if those authors were using these as introductions to a new full length book (or an older release). Technically, they were all stand alones though and I really enjoyed them.
My review is based on an ARC and some details may have changed.
My review is based on an ARC and some details may have changed.
May 1, 2023
Oh my word! I loved the idea behind this anthology!! It makes so much sense to me, I mean, why can’t middle aged people still save the world?!
The stories were fun, some hit or miss, but mostly on pointe with the premise.
This is a book that should be on everyone’s reading list!
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and Outland Entertainment for a copy!
The stories were fun, some hit or miss, but mostly on pointe with the premise.
This is a book that should be on everyone’s reading list!
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and Outland Entertainment for a copy!
March 17, 2023
This anthology caught my attention for its premise:
"Once every generation there is a Chosen One, who will stand between humanity and darkness.
But why is the Chosen One so often a teenager? (...) Whose idea was it to put the fate of the world in the hands of someone without a fully developed prefrontal cortex?"
Writing as someone who is almost forty, I cherish this idea that we are never too old to go on adventures!
As with every collection of this type, there were amazing stories, and some that didn't speak to me as much, but I can honestly say, there is something for everyone here.
From portal fantasies to Chosen-Ones-CEOs, from mothers to grandmothers to soon-to-be mothers. from the mystical to the more mundane, this anthology is seriously worth your time!
"Once every generation there is a Chosen One, who will stand between humanity and darkness.
But why is the Chosen One so often a teenager? (...) Whose idea was it to put the fate of the world in the hands of someone without a fully developed prefrontal cortex?"
Writing as someone who is almost forty, I cherish this idea that we are never too old to go on adventures!
As with every collection of this type, there were amazing stories, and some that didn't speak to me as much, but I can honestly say, there is something for everyone here.
From portal fantasies to Chosen-Ones-CEOs, from mothers to grandmothers to soon-to-be mothers. from the mystical to the more mundane, this anthology is seriously worth your time!
October 1, 2025
Is this the best book known? Is this the best collection of short stories? No to both. But it is a unique collection and there are many stories that are a good length for a quick read. There were none that I felt like were awful. There were definitely weaker ones with a bad pace or dialogue. But there were also some amazing ones. And with 19 short stories, there ought to be one that someone would love. Honestly, I think this collection is worth the read.
December 9, 2023
As with any multi-author short story collection, some stories are fabulous and some are slightly less so, but there were no real stinkers and some definite brilliance in stories by Ericka Kahler, Jaymie Wagler, Addie J. King, JD Blackrose, Vaseem Khan, Jim C. Hines, LaShawn M. Wanak, Kimberley Pauley, Kathryn Ivey, Lucy A. Snyder…. Aw, jeez. Just read them all.
January 1, 2023
Nonostante la bella idea di mostrare come non solo ragazzini, adolescenti e giovani fascinosi possano essere eroi, qualche bel racconto (T. Kingfisher su tutti, anche se era un pezzo che avevo già apprezzato altrove), la varietà razziale e di ceto sociale dei protagonisti e gli utilizzi creativi di alcuni topoi fondamentali del fantasy, l'antologia non sfugge alla mediocrità del grosso delle antologie multiautore: alcuni buoni racconti persi in una maggioranza che non sa di nulla.
Vale comunque il tempo di leggere Utopia, Jackalope Wives, Launch Day Milkshakes, By the Works of Her Hands e assaggiare gli altri.
Vale comunque il tempo di leggere Utopia, Jackalope Wives, Launch Day Milkshakes, By the Works of Her Hands e assaggiare gli altri.
May 19, 2023
I collected quite a few short story books to read, and I have finally been getting down to it. With books like this, and the varied content, I feel like talking about individual chapters is the only way I can make sense of what I think of the book as a whole. If you identify any author you are already aware of, you will be able to spot them better here.
Lean In: The Lord of Hell Is Coming by Ericka Kahler – 3 stars
This story started innocuously enough when a woman is approached to be the chosen one who can control demons. The information has reached her a little late since she already has a scheme in place. An Interesting way to begin.
Big Momma Saves the World by Maurice Broaddus – 2 stars
Unknown family history and powers that are wielded are not well explained. Overall I was invested in the events discussed here.
A Legacy of Ghosts by Sarah Hans – 3 stars
A woman has unresolved issues with her mother. Her being a medium does not help, but she has surrounded herself with positive people – so there is a plan in place.
The M.A.M.I. Incident by Guadalupe Garcia McCall – 4 stars
The powerful maternal instinct is at war with the robots who have been created to care for the children better than a human mother ever could. It is a complex point to debate about.
Adya and the Messengers by Jaymie Wagner – 5 stars
A woman contention her pastoral life is continuously approached by messengers asking her to fulfil her chosen role. The simplicity of the eventual story was what made me really enjoy this tale.
Soccer Mom Saves the World by Addie J. King – 2 stars
Demons are a part and parcel of this world, and a soccer mom manages to join the fight and prove her strength. Was not as enamored by the entire plot, although the writing was straightforward.
My Roots Run Deep by John F. Allen – 3 stars
An African talisman that allows the lead protagonist to see through to evil thoughts. She uses it to uncover a plot for the loss of control of the neighbourhood.
It’s My Nature by JD Blackrose – 2 stars
A monster in an unexpected form. Given the buildup about the family lineage of the lead protagonist, I expected a more complex final reveal.
Truthteller by Linda Robertson – 4 stars
A woman who had to always tell the truth. She has to find a way out, however, to save a life. It was an interesting premise, that the author managed to conclude well.
Utopia by Vaseem Khan – 4 stars
A fascinating look at what fractured pieces of information can do, and how a distorted view which is not cohesive can hide enormous facts.
Jackalope Wives by Ursula Vernon – 4 stars
This story has a different voice than the others. the fantasy tone and the way the story unravels are done in a whimsical manner. The whimsy does little to disguise the brutality of what the results of unthinking actions are.
Granny by R.J. Sullivan – 3 stars
A woman with time on her hands helps observe the neighbourhood. Unexpectedly, she has some help!
Launch Day Milkshakes by Jim C. Hines – 5 stars
Two people meet at a virtual cafe to discuss the fate of the future and that of immortality. What makes the tale are the reasons that Mabel was chosen to be the ‘brain’ sent on the mission.
The Sunspear by Alexandra Pitchford – 3 stars
Good twist between people who assume they are the chosen ones and those who have no say in the matter.
Once a Queen by Alana Joli Abbott – 3 stars
A world away where three women were more beloved and essentially felt like they had more value than their regular life. It is an interesting point to contemplate.
By the Works of Her Hands by LaShawn M. Wanak – 4 stars
I think my rating solely depends on the last few sentences and how it changes the entire tone of the narrative. A woman finds out that her son has gone through a portal, and she goes in behind him to bring him back. What she finds is a whole new avenue to put her skills to use.
All the World’s Treasures by Kimberly Pauley – 3 stars
In a small shop, trade impacts the world and space. It is also about what underappreciated women are capable of.
Strange Wings by Kathryn Ivey – 3 stars
We assume the chosen one is positive, but there is a twist here since the work is dangerous and a mother wants to protect her daughter at all costs.
The Mountain Witch by Lucy A. Snyder – 3 stars
The truth behind whispers and legends. The story took some unexpected and some expected turns.
All the stories were quick reads individually. Whether I liked them or not, they were well-written and none of them dragged. For fans of short stories, this might actually work even better than it did for me.
I received an ARC thanks to NetGalley and the publishers but the review is entirely based on my own reading experience.
Lean In: The Lord of Hell Is Coming by Ericka Kahler – 3 stars
This story started innocuously enough when a woman is approached to be the chosen one who can control demons. The information has reached her a little late since she already has a scheme in place. An Interesting way to begin.
Big Momma Saves the World by Maurice Broaddus – 2 stars
Unknown family history and powers that are wielded are not well explained. Overall I was invested in the events discussed here.
A Legacy of Ghosts by Sarah Hans – 3 stars
A woman has unresolved issues with her mother. Her being a medium does not help, but she has surrounded herself with positive people – so there is a plan in place.
The M.A.M.I. Incident by Guadalupe Garcia McCall – 4 stars
The powerful maternal instinct is at war with the robots who have been created to care for the children better than a human mother ever could. It is a complex point to debate about.
Adya and the Messengers by Jaymie Wagner – 5 stars
A woman contention her pastoral life is continuously approached by messengers asking her to fulfil her chosen role. The simplicity of the eventual story was what made me really enjoy this tale.
Soccer Mom Saves the World by Addie J. King – 2 stars
Demons are a part and parcel of this world, and a soccer mom manages to join the fight and prove her strength. Was not as enamored by the entire plot, although the writing was straightforward.
My Roots Run Deep by John F. Allen – 3 stars
An African talisman that allows the lead protagonist to see through to evil thoughts. She uses it to uncover a plot for the loss of control of the neighbourhood.
It’s My Nature by JD Blackrose – 2 stars
A monster in an unexpected form. Given the buildup about the family lineage of the lead protagonist, I expected a more complex final reveal.
Truthteller by Linda Robertson – 4 stars
A woman who had to always tell the truth. She has to find a way out, however, to save a life. It was an interesting premise, that the author managed to conclude well.
Utopia by Vaseem Khan – 4 stars
A fascinating look at what fractured pieces of information can do, and how a distorted view which is not cohesive can hide enormous facts.
Jackalope Wives by Ursula Vernon – 4 stars
This story has a different voice than the others. the fantasy tone and the way the story unravels are done in a whimsical manner. The whimsy does little to disguise the brutality of what the results of unthinking actions are.
Granny by R.J. Sullivan – 3 stars
A woman with time on her hands helps observe the neighbourhood. Unexpectedly, she has some help!
Launch Day Milkshakes by Jim C. Hines – 5 stars
Two people meet at a virtual cafe to discuss the fate of the future and that of immortality. What makes the tale are the reasons that Mabel was chosen to be the ‘brain’ sent on the mission.
The Sunspear by Alexandra Pitchford – 3 stars
Good twist between people who assume they are the chosen ones and those who have no say in the matter.
Once a Queen by Alana Joli Abbott – 3 stars
A world away where three women were more beloved and essentially felt like they had more value than their regular life. It is an interesting point to contemplate.
By the Works of Her Hands by LaShawn M. Wanak – 4 stars
I think my rating solely depends on the last few sentences and how it changes the entire tone of the narrative. A woman finds out that her son has gone through a portal, and she goes in behind him to bring him back. What she finds is a whole new avenue to put her skills to use.
All the World’s Treasures by Kimberly Pauley – 3 stars
In a small shop, trade impacts the world and space. It is also about what underappreciated women are capable of.
Strange Wings by Kathryn Ivey – 3 stars
We assume the chosen one is positive, but there is a twist here since the work is dangerous and a mother wants to protect her daughter at all costs.
The Mountain Witch by Lucy A. Snyder – 3 stars
The truth behind whispers and legends. The story took some unexpected and some expected turns.
All the stories were quick reads individually. Whether I liked them or not, they were well-written and none of them dragged. For fans of short stories, this might actually work even better than it did for me.
I received an ARC thanks to NetGalley and the publishers but the review is entirely based on my own reading experience.
July 24, 2023
It's always hard to rate an anthology. Some stories were 5 stars, some less
July 8, 2023
Some better than others. It's a shame they chose one of the weakest stories to close the collection.
July 3, 2023
A solid collection overall--none of the stories became my favorites, but all were creative and engaging. Great read if you're looking for an enjoyable short story collection.
July 16, 2023
Makes me want to play Monster of the Week again.
Idk some of the stories were sort of cool.
Idk some of the stories were sort of cool.
January 7, 2023
I am usually not the type to read anthologies so I tend to not request or buy them - but this one had me incredibly intrigued. As a 40+ year old female reader I really enjoyed the premise of older female chosen ones that is taken out of a reality we as adults know. I was really excited to see how the different type of adults will learn about and deal with being a chosen one. So many possibilities in my mind!
I truly appreciated the racial and social class variety of the protagonists, some darker endings and creative uses of some typical fantasy tropes. But overall unfortunately I felt like most of the stories lacked the depth that I wanted it to go to. There were some real gems in this anthology but the majority was mediocre at best. The quality of the stories varied quite a bit and I do have to wonder if in the end it might be my general feelings towards short stories that most of these did not really hit the mark for me that I was hoping for. It might also be that a lot of the stories really did not go where I wanted it to go. Some of them were just beating around the bush and when it got interesting it faded to black. Some of them just showed a small snapshot of a heroines life but never "really" got into the element of the chosen one. But the few gems in this anthology are definitely worth sitting down and reading (skimming) through the mediocre ones so I still would whole-heartedly recommend this book to other readers.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advance copy of the book in exchange for this honest review.
I truly appreciated the racial and social class variety of the protagonists, some darker endings and creative uses of some typical fantasy tropes. But overall unfortunately I felt like most of the stories lacked the depth that I wanted it to go to. There were some real gems in this anthology but the majority was mediocre at best. The quality of the stories varied quite a bit and I do have to wonder if in the end it might be my general feelings towards short stories that most of these did not really hit the mark for me that I was hoping for. It might also be that a lot of the stories really did not go where I wanted it to go. Some of them were just beating around the bush and when it got interesting it faded to black. Some of them just showed a small snapshot of a heroines life but never "really" got into the element of the chosen one. But the few gems in this anthology are definitely worth sitting down and reading (skimming) through the mediocre ones so I still would whole-heartedly recommend this book to other readers.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advance copy of the book in exchange for this honest review.
May 30, 2023
Average rating - 3.5
Recalculating some ratings from previous updates
Lean In: The Lord of Hell is Coming by Ericka Kahler - 3*
Big Momma Saves the World by Maurice Broaddus - 2*
A Legacy of Ghosts by Sarah Hans - 3*
"The M.A.M.I Incident" by Guadalupe Garcia McCall - 2*
"Adya and the Messengers" by Jaymie Wagner - 5*
"Soccer Mom Saves the World" by Addie J. King - 3*
"My Roots Run Deep" by John F. Allen - 3*
"It's My Nature" by JD Blackrose - 3*
"Truthteller" by Linda Roberston - 4*
"Granny" by R. J. Sullivan - 2*
"Utopia" by Vaseem Khan - 4*
"Jackalope Wives" by Ursula Vernon - 5*
"Launch Day Milkshakes" by Jim C. Hines - 3*
"The Sunspear" by Alexandra Pitchford - 4*
"Once a Queen" by Alana Joli Abbott - 4*
"By the Works of Her Hands" by LaShawn M. Wanak - 5*
"All the World's Treasures" by Kimberly Pauly - 4*
"Strange Wings" by Kathryn Ivey - 4*
"The Mountain Witch" by Lucy A. Snyder - 5*
The quality of these stories varied *wildly*
Some felt far too rushed and tried to do too much in that rushed space. Others knew exactly how to handle the shortened scope of a short story and really nailed it. A lot of them were just... average.
It would come as no surprise to anyone who knows me that the stories rated the highest are almost all fantasy or magical realism.
Recalculating some ratings from previous updates
Lean In: The Lord of Hell is Coming by Ericka Kahler - 3*
Big Momma Saves the World by Maurice Broaddus - 2*
A Legacy of Ghosts by Sarah Hans - 3*
"The M.A.M.I Incident" by Guadalupe Garcia McCall - 2*
"Adya and the Messengers" by Jaymie Wagner - 5*
"Soccer Mom Saves the World" by Addie J. King - 3*
"My Roots Run Deep" by John F. Allen - 3*
"It's My Nature" by JD Blackrose - 3*
"Truthteller" by Linda Roberston - 4*
"Granny" by R. J. Sullivan - 2*
"Utopia" by Vaseem Khan - 4*
"Jackalope Wives" by Ursula Vernon - 5*
"Launch Day Milkshakes" by Jim C. Hines - 3*
"The Sunspear" by Alexandra Pitchford - 4*
"Once a Queen" by Alana Joli Abbott - 4*
"By the Works of Her Hands" by LaShawn M. Wanak - 5*
"All the World's Treasures" by Kimberly Pauly - 4*
"Strange Wings" by Kathryn Ivey - 4*
"The Mountain Witch" by Lucy A. Snyder - 5*
The quality of these stories varied *wildly*
Some felt far too rushed and tried to do too much in that rushed space. Others knew exactly how to handle the shortened scope of a short story and really nailed it. A lot of them were just... average.
It would come as no surprise to anyone who knows me that the stories rated the highest are almost all fantasy or magical realism.
March 25, 2023
I really wanted to like the stories in this book. And I gave this book 3 stars because it was full of women heroes that were my age. However, the stories were not flushed out enough. Granted they are short stories, but they all had a childlike holiday, like a story that someone in high school wrote so despite my enthusiasm for reading this book, I felt like I was reading children’s writings. I wanted more and I didn’t get that.
May 7, 2023
Backed this on Kickstarter because I liked the premise, which was also a Tumblr/Reddit writing prompt and I can’t help but think that might have been the starting point of this book (similar to the “We’re the Weird Aliens” book, which was also a fun read). As with any anthology, the stories are hit and miss, but I found them to be mostly hit, and some absolute bullseyes. My favorites were by Erickha Kahler, Jaymie Wagner, Ursula Vernon, and Lucy A. Snider.
April 20, 2023
Never Too Old to Save the World is a great book full of different stories. I really enjoyed a couple of the stories that focused on the reusal of the call trope, as I love a procrastinator. This was really enjoyable and I look forward to checking out some of the authors other works!
Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing me with an arc for an honest review!
Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing me with an arc for an honest review!
February 19, 2023
I originally got this book because a couple authors I follow, Maurice Broaddus and LaShawn Wanak, were part of it. Both are excellent authors. I enjoyed every story in this anthology, especially theirs.
March 26, 2023
Well worth reading!
I absolutely loved some of these stories! And have found some new authors to follow. Being an elder myself, I appreciate the sentiment that you are never too old. Believe it. It can lead you new places.
I absolutely loved some of these stories! And have found some new authors to follow. Being an elder myself, I appreciate the sentiment that you are never too old. Believe it. It can lead you new places.
June 19, 2023
A few gems, but mostly meh. A bummer because the concept is fun.
January 2, 2023
The last anthology these folks put out was a bit average, but I'm glad I gave them another go - this collection had way more hits than misses. Plus it was such a great idea!
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