I'd been wanting to support Emma Press for a while now, but not ready to pay international shipping to do so. But as soon as I saw mentions of this popping up on twitter, I knew this would be the one. I hit pre-order and waited impatiently.

It was love at first sight. I loved the beautiful cover. I loved the poems -- telling stories that were familiar and strange both at once. I loved the illustrations throughout. I found myself reading a handful of poems each day, so that I could enjoy them in bursts. I loved the unexpected twists, the explorations of identity.

Some particular favorites: "Nimblemen," with their fabulous warriors with well-glittered hair, "Nessie," who knows who Nessie is and isn't. "Mairead," and her chainmail dress and flame-proof hat. "Love Song for a Wulver," with the wolf and his husband. "The Seven Big Women of Jura."

Recommended for all fans of fairy tales. ( )