From acclaimed comedy writer BILL ALIVE, author of DON'T DANCE ON THE LOBSTERS, comes a short, sweet tale of young love and possible hair loss.

How do you win the game…

…when the queen makes all the rules?

Agatha has been the Playground Queen for forever. Her turn was only supposed to last one week! But every time they run a tournament to choose the new ruler, she makes it impossible for anyone else to win.

From BILL ALIVE, the acclaimed author of MURDER FEELS AWFUL, come five splendid short tales of science fiction and fantasy, including a finalist for the Parsec Awards…

From beloved children's book author BILL ALIVE, author of THE PLAYGROUND QUEEN, comes a stunning new fantasy adventure that your dragon-loving young reader will absolutely adore.

Hey, you're awesome!

And I'm Alexio Fairfax, Internet gazillionaire!!

Ready to spill my SUCCESS SECRETS for your TRANSFORMATION!!!

I used to be just like you… chained to a cubicle, living off deep-fried pigs' feet, and trying to fill the void by racking up credit card debt buying antique collectible rototillers I didn't really need. I was fat, I was broke, and I hadn't practiced my bassoon in months.

Every year, acclaimed storyteller BILL ALIVE releases an eclectic collection of delectable stories and other short fiction that were published in the previous year. Spanning genres, styles, and even story formats, these unique annual collections offer an eclectic, savory mix that you won't find anywhere else.