Charles de Lint
Charles de Lint is a Dutch-Canadian author who essentially created contemporary urban fantasy as a literary subgenre through his Newford stories, which blend Celtic folklore with North American settings and marginalized communities. His work is infused with music, art, and a deep respect for indigenous cultures. He has won multiple World Fantasy and Aurora Awards.
Works
- MoonheartUrban fantasy about city spirits, mysticism, and indigenous Canadian magical traditions
- Forests of the HeartForest fantasy exploring indigenous magic and spiritual connection to nature
- TraderTrading fantasy about soul swapping and magical bargains in contemporary setting
- Someplace to Be FlyingUrban fantasy with shape shifters and magical beings in modern North America
- The Onion GirlFantasy featuring artist protagonist and psychological exploration of reality
- YarrowUrban fantasy about magical apprenticeship and contemporary mysticism
- SvahaMagical fiction exploring consciousness and transformation in mystical traditions
- The Little CountryMagical realist fantasy blending Celtic mythology with contemporary reality
- Memory and DreamMagical fantasy about artist and dream realms interweaving with waking world