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New Worlds Of Fantasy by Terry Carr

"From eerie futures to uncanny fairy tales, this landmark anthology gathers daring voices that helped redefine speculative fiction’s horizons. Curated by a master editor, New Worlds Of Fantasy invites you to sample sharp, surprising stories that still feel fresh—perfect for readers who love discovering hidden gems."

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... the eclectic, groundbreaking short story selection?

Dangerous Visions by Harlan Ellison

If you loved the diversity and innovation of the stories in New Worlds Of Fantasy, you'll find Dangerous Visions equally compelling. Edited by Harlan Ellison, this collection brings together a wide array of authors who push the boundaries of speculative fiction, much like the stories by Zelazny, Delany, and Ballard in Terry Carr's anthology. Each tale surprises with unique concepts and bold storytelling.

... the rich and inventive worldbuilding?

The Left Hand Of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin

If you were drawn to the detailed and imaginative settings in New Worlds Of Fantasy, you'll be fascinated by the planet Gethen in The Left Hand of Darkness. Le Guin's world is meticulously crafted, with unique cultures, climates, and social structures that are as immersive as any story in Carr's anthology—especially for readers who enjoyed the alien societies in works like Ballard's or Davidson's stories.

... the mind-bending philosophical exploration?

The Lathe Of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin

If you appreciated the thought-provoking questions and speculative scenarios in New Worlds Of Fantasy, The Lathe of Heaven offers a deeply philosophical journey. As George Orr's dreams begin to alter reality itself, Le Guin explores the nature of existence and the consequences of human desire, echoing the intellectual curiosity found in stories like Delany's or Davidson's from Carr's anthology.

... the clever wit and offbeat humor?

Nine Hundred Grandmothers by R. A. Lafferty

If you enjoyed the sly humor and playful tone woven into some of the tales in New Worlds Of Fantasy, you'll love Lafferty's Nine Hundred Grandmothers. His stories are packed with quirky logic, surprising punchlines, and a sense of fun that recalls the wry inventiveness of stories by Ellison or Davidson from Carr's collection.

... the unexpected twists and imaginative short fiction?

The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury

If you relished the surprising turns and imaginative short stories in New Worlds Of Fantasy, Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles will captivate you. Each story offers a fresh perspective and unexpected developments, much like the shifting tone and surprises in Carr's anthology, making you rethink what science fiction and fantasy can achieve.

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