A Phoenix First Must Burn

Experience the Black perspective like never before with A Phoenix First Must Burn. This collection of sixteen stories by bestselling and award-winning authors is a vibrant blend of fantasy, science fiction, and magic. These Octavia Butler heirs have created a stunning narrative that centers on Black women and gender nonconforming individuals. The worlds within these stories will take you from folktales retold to futuristic societies and everywhere in between. Witness love and betrayal, strength and resistance as you immerse yourself in complex and true-to-life characters. Featuring authors like Elizabeth Acevedo and Rebecca Roanhorse, this unforgettable collection is a must-read.