A Fable for Hollow Creatures

EARLY PRAISE

“A Fable for Hollow Creatures is at once sinister and heartwarming, adventurous and introspective—and an absolute pleasure to read. A beautiful, atmospheric story of friendship and found family that explores revenge, free will, and world full of terrifying monsters. I’d read a dozen more stories about Ji, Halesz and their troupe!”
                       --Ali Hazelwood, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"A dark and twisting labyrinth of a book, populated with some seriously scary monsters and compelling, almost as scary monster hunters, A Fable for Hollow Creatures had me hooked from beginning to end."
           --Heather Fawcett, New York Times bestselling author of Emily Wilde's Compendium of Lost Tales and the Emily Wilde series

"A fabulous dark fantasy with complex characters and the most chilling collection of gods and monsters I’ve ever encountered in a story. I loved the fables that were woven into the action, providing a deeper understanding of the dangers that live in that world. I look forward to reading the next part of Jierz and Halesz’s adventures."   
        —Anne Bishop, New York Times bestselling author of Turns of Fate

"With mesmerizing worldbuilding and exquisite character dynamics, A Fable for Hollow Creatures is a dark fairy tale that will burrow into your mind and haunt you in the best way."
   --Xiran Jay Zhao, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Iron Widow

“Schaeffer manages to create a world that is both beautiful and grotesque— often at the same time. An enthralling world of grim whimsy reminiscent of darker fairy tales combines with modernly complex characters and fascinating monsters to create a story that feels simultaneously traditional and fresh. It’s a combination that leaves me desperately hoping our heroine can defy the grave world she lives in to find a happy ending— and perhaps some vengeance along the way.”
                 —James J. Butcher, author of Grim Folk Tale


“Dark, addictive and delightful, A Fable for Hollow Creatures grabbed me from the first page and never let go. Schaeffer blends wildly original worldbuilding and deliciously unsettling storytelling, populating her novel with characters who will steal your heart, whether they are human or monster. I loved this book!” 
    --Jean Kwok, New York Times bestselling author of Dominion, Book One of The Silk and Iron Trilogy