Spanning 512 pages, this anthology brings together 23 spellbinding tales of sorcery, witchcraft, and dangerous magic. From epic confrontations featuring dark lords to intimate stories of a child's first steps into power, the collection offers a wide-ranging exploration of the perils and wonders of magic. With contributions from fantasy luminaries like Diana Wynne Jones, Michael Moorcock, Marion Zimmer Bradley, Ursula K. Le Guin, Clark Ashton Smith, and many more, the book delivers something for every reader—from nostalgic pulp vibes to modern dark fantasy twists. The stories vary in tone and style, delivering everything from chilling horror to emotionally resonant explorations of power’s consequences.

Reviews

“A fine collection of dark fantasy tales… you can count on Mike Ashley for that.”
— Reader review

“Stories range from overt, visible dramatic magic to subtle, insanely powerful spells.”
— Goodreads user

“Some stories are serious, dark, and twisted; others are fun and light—but overall, it's a brilliant collection.”
— Earth and Skye reviewer

Book Title: The Mammoth Book of Dark Magic
Book Genre: Fantasy Anthology, Dark Magic
ISBN: 9781780339917
Pages: 512
Publishing Date: April 18, 2013
Publisher: Robinson