Is Simon ready to do his master’s bidding? And in the state that Dom Daniel is in, how will he fare against the nasty—and ever entertaining—Port Witch Coven?A novella that takes places between the stories told in MAGYK and FLYTE.

    Well, maybe not too seriously. After all, the popular Chicks in Chainmail series wasn't known for stark drama and solemn think-pieces. In fact, they made a lot people laugh. And now the first three books in the series are combined in one volume.Chicks in Chainmail(The look at the lighter side of amazons that started it all.)Did You Say Chicks/(Smile when you say that, you wimpy noncombatant!)Chicks 'n Chained Males(Those men just can't take care of themselves, so send in the amazons!)It's all right to have a laugh or two. These rambunctious swordswomen like a good laugh as much as the next amazon. Just don't make them think you're laughing at them, instead of with them — if you know what's good for you...Stories of fierce female fighters by Harry Turtledove, Roger Zelazny, Elizabeth Moon, Jan and S. M. Stirling, K. D. Wentworth, Barbara Hambly, Elizabeth Ann Scarborough and more — including Esther Friesner herself.

    Still, the gentle Jenny Linsky would like nothing more than to join the local Cat Club, whose members include Madame Butterfly, an elegant Persian, the high-stepping Macaroni, and stately, plump Mr. President. But can she overcome her fears and prove that she, too, has a special gift? Join Jenny and her friends, including fearless Pickles the Fire Cat, on their spirited downtown adventures and discover why The Atlantic Monthly called Jenny "a personality ranking not far below such giants as Peter Rabbit." AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN DECADES, THIS COLLECTION INCLUDES ESTHER AVERILL'S FIVE FAVORITE CAT CLUB STORIES