Beyond the Naked Eye

When L. Frank Baum introduced Dorothy and friends to the American public in 1900, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz became an instant, bestselling hit. Today the whimsical tale remains a cultural phenomenon that continues to spawn wildly popular books, movies, and musicals. Now, editors John Joseph Adams and Douglas Cohen have brought together some of the leading fantasy, science fiction, and young adult writers to create the ultimate anthology for Oz fans—and, really, any reader with an appetite for richly imagined worlds.

In “Beyond the Naked Eye” by Rachel Swirsky, readers will “watch” WISH, the newest reality show, starring Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Lion. Four contestants. One wish from the Wizard. Who will get their heart's desire?

Some stories are dystopian…Some are dreamlike…All are undeniably Oz.