Can you recommend some ya urban fantasy short stories?

Sure. 'The Graveyard Book' by Neil Gaiman is a great one. It's about a boy who grows up in a graveyard among the ghosts. Another is 'The Paper Magician' which has a unique magic system based on paper. And 'Ella Enchanted' is also a well - known YA fantasy short story with a wonderful retelling of the Cinderella story.

Sure. 'The Dresden Files' by Jim Butcher has some great short stories in its universe. They blend modern urban settings with magic and mystery.

Sure. 'The Girl Who Drank the Moon' by Kelly Barnhill is a great short YA fantasy novel. It has a unique magic system and a very endearing main character. Another one is 'Six of Crows' by Leigh Bardugo, which is full of adventure and interesting characters in a fantasy world. And 'Uprooted' by Naomi Novik also fits the bill, with its own take on magic and a strong female lead.

One great stand - alone YA urban fantasy novel is "The Raven Boys" by Maggie Stiefvater. It has a unique blend of magic, mystery, and friendship. Another is "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir, which is set in a brutal, fantasy - inspired world with strong YA themes. And "Shadow and Bone" by Leigh Bardugo also fits the bill. It features a fascinating world of magic and a complex protagonist.

The combination of modern and fantasy elements is another factor. YA urban fantasy short stories blend contemporary settings like high schools, cities, etc., with elements like magic, mythical creatures, and otherworldly powers. This creates a unique and interesting contrast that draws in readers. For instance, a story might be set in a normal New York City but have witches living secretly among the people. It's this kind of juxtaposition that makes the genre so popular.

One great YA horror short story is 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. It's about a woman's descent into madness while confined in a room with the titular wallpaper. Another is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. His stories often have a YA - friendly level of horror and this one is about a man's obsession with an old man's eye. Also, 'The Landlady' by Roald Dahl is a spooky short story where a young man checks into a boarding house with a very strange landlady.

You might like 'The Lightning Thief' by Rick Riordan. Although it's part of a longer series, it has elements of urban fantasy mystery as it's set in modern times and involves the discovery of a hidden world of Greek gods. 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs is another. The old photographs add to the mystery, and the story of the peculiar children and the time - loops is very engaging. And 'Good Omens' by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman has a great blend of humor, mystery, and urban fantasy elements.

In 'Throne of Glass' by Sarah J. Maas, Celaena Sardothien is a fierce assassin. The story is set in a fantasy world with elements of magic and political intrigue, and Celaena is constantly proving her strength and skills throughout the series.

One great ya fantasy novel is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. It has a thrilling plot set in a dystopian world. Another is 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' series by Rick Riordan, which combines Greek mythology with modern - day settings. 'The Mortal Instruments' series by Cassandra Clare is also popular, with its shadowhunter world filled with demons and magic.

Some popular ones include 'The Star-Touched Queen' by Roshani Chokshi and 'The Hazel Wood' by Melissa Albert.