THE BEST OF 2001 FANTASY

According to its editor, this collection of short pieces may change listeners' views on the scope of fantasy literature. Each tape is labeled with the name of the story, the author, and the reader. Different readers are featured in each story. Ursula Le Guin, the only author who narrates, is one of the best in the collection, and her performance gives the impression of an intimate reading among a group of friends. As a sampler of fantasy, Silverberg's collection has a lot to offer both novices and aficionados. J.E.M. (c) AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine [Published: FEB / MAR 03]