Fairy Tales and Legends Retold.

The article discusses publication Booklist's collection of essential retellings of fairy tales, myths, and legends by contemporary writers. These retellings, set in various settings including a fantastical world and even space, offer fresh perspectives on familiar stories. Notable examples include 'The Beast's Heart' by Leife Shallcross, a unique 'Beauty and the Beast' retelling, and 'The Crane Husband' by Kelly Barnhill, a dark novella weaving classic fairy tale elements.