To Root Somewhere Beautiful
An Anthology of Reclamation
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To Root Somewhere Beautiful explores a world where nature reclaims what was lost. Twenty-two authors deliver stories of climate change, environmental disasters, and the hope that blooms in the face of devastation.
From the last days of a Singaporean paradise to a chilling vision of a new Eden, this anthology asks: What if nature has a voice? How will humanity adapt, and what will we sacrifice for a chance at redemption? Perfect for fans of speculative fiction seeking diverse voices and emotionally resonant stories, this collection delves into themes of resilience, transformation, and the enduring power of hope amidst the ruins.
Katalina Watt
Katalina Watt is an Edinburgh-based author of speculative fiction. They were selected for a 2025 Literature Matters Award from Royal Society of Literature, AIR Literature UNESCO 2024 Gothenburg Writer in Residence, and 2023 Hugo Award Finalist for Best Semiprozine as founding Audio Director for khōréō. Saltswept is their debut novel.
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Amparo Ortiz
Amparo Ortiz is a Puerto Rican author and translator. When she's not writing fantasy and horror stories for children, she's teaching ESL to her college students and watching fútbol matches. Learn more at amparoortiz.com.
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Wen-Yi Lee
Wen-yi Lee likes writing about girls with bite, feral nature, and ghosts. She is the author of YA horror The Dark We Know and has published fiction and essays in venues like Lightspeed, Uncanny, Strange Horizons, Reactor, and various anthologies. Her work has been supported by the National Centre of Writing in the UK and the National Arts Council of Singapore, where she is currently based. When They Burned The Butterfly is her adult debut.
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Alex Brown
Alex Brown is the International No. 1 bestselling author of twelve books including the hugely popular Carrington’s series, The Great Christmas Knit Off, The Great Village Show, The Secret of Orchard Cottage and A Postcard from Italy. Her uplifting books are published worldwide and have been translated into twenty languages. She lives by the sea in
South East England with her husband, daughter and two very glossy black Labradors.
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R M Virtues
A profound lover of love, R.M. Virtues is an Afro-Native, Two-Spirit bestselling author of romantasy filled with mythology, fairy tales, and folklore. He currently resides in Nevada on unceded Nuwuvi land. When not writing, R.M. can be found watching horror movies, playing rpg video games, or falling down a research rabbit hole. You can currently find him online at rmvirtues.com or @rmvirtues on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Patreon.
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