From Mothman to the Mongolian Death Worm,Shellycoat to SimurghNessie to even Ningyothis charming and creative collection of cryptids will fascinate readers for years to come. CryptidsCreatures& Critters: A Manual of Monsters and Mythosfrom Around the World features 90 different creatures from around the worldeach with their own researched description and full-color illustrations. The book is divided into three sections: cryptidsfolkloreand mythology. It features popular cryptid favoritessuch as Mothman and the Flatwoods Monsterand some lesser-known cryptidssuch as the Enfield Horror and the Montauk Monster. For folklorethere are kelpiesselkiescat sidhesand grimalkinsalong with the dobarchu and the vampiric pumpkin! In mythologyyou’ll find MedusasphinxPegasusand the bukavac! The book is fun for newcomers to cryptozoologyfolkloreand mythology but is also fun for those who are well read about the creatures in the book. While written by Rachel Quinney and mainly illustrated by herthere are twelve guest artists featured within the booktoo.