That Way Madness Lies: 15 of Shakespeare’s Most Notable Works Reimagined

I love a Shakespeare-inspired movie (hello, 10 Things I Hate About You) and marvel at how his works seem ripe for retelling in any cultural moment. In this YA compendium of original retellings, 15 authors take on the Bard’s work and spin it for a new audience. Brittney Cavallaro takes on Sonnet 147 and turns it into a full story, Mark Oshiro writes a high school prom scene inspired by Twelfth Night, while others dare to experiment with the tragedies. These stories are excellent on audio as a different narrator brings each one to life. Whether you wish to refresh your knowledge of Shakespeare’s greatest works or to hook a teen reader with modernized, short versions of complex plays, this collection is a lot of fun.