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The Monster Hunter Files Vol 2
FROM THE CASE FILES OF MONSTER HUNTER INTERNATIONAL
For well over a century, Monster Hunter International has kept the world safe from supernatural threats far and wide. Now, join us as we delve some of the wilder stories from the library archives which have never seen the light of day. The Monster Hunter Files Vol. 2 continues the secret lore and mythical battles against the forces of evil, and the fallout from these conflicts.
Deadly mermaids attacking a small northeastern port village . . . ancient Roman heroes . . . combat exorcists . . . Decision Week . . . ancient Greek muses . . . all these and more within, all revealed with meticulous care and research of Albert Lee, MHI’s archivist.
Featuring stories from New York Times best-selling author Larry Correia, Steve Diamond, Kacey Ezell, Brad R. Torgersen, Marisa Wolf, and more!
Complete list of contributors: Larry Correia, Jason Cordova, Brad R. Torgersen, Robert E. Hampson, Steve Diamond, Jack Wylder, Hinkley Correia, Kacey Ezell, LawDog, Marisa Wolf, Mike Massa, Nick Nethery & Mike Burke, and Melissa Olthoff.
For well over a century, Monster Hunter International has kept the world safe from supernatural threats far and wide. Now, join us as we delve some of the wilder stories from the library archives which have never seen the light of day. The Monster Hunter Files Vol. 2 continues the secret lore and mythical battles against the forces of evil, and the fallout from these conflicts.
Deadly mermaids attacking a small northeastern port village . . . ancient Roman heroes . . . combat exorcists . . . Decision Week . . . ancient Greek muses . . . all these and more within, all revealed with meticulous care and research of Albert Lee, MHI’s archivist.
Featuring stories from New York Times best-selling author Larry Correia, Steve Diamond, Kacey Ezell, Brad R. Torgersen, Marisa Wolf, and more!
Complete list of contributors: Larry Correia, Jason Cordova, Brad R. Torgersen, Robert E. Hampson, Steve Diamond, Jack Wylder, Hinkley Correia, Kacey Ezell, LawDog, Marisa Wolf, Mike Massa, Nick Nethery & Mike Burke, and Melissa Olthoff.
- GenresFictionUrban Fantasy
368 pages, Hardcover
First published March 3, 2026
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Larry Correia
115 books4,437 followersLarry Correia (born 1977) is the New York Times bestselling author of the Monster Hunter International series, the Grimnoir Chronicles, and the thriller Dead Six.
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March 14, 2026
The second anthology of MHI adjacent type monster hunters
March 17, 2026
Some stories in this book were great. Some were just simply not good. But the amount of typos in this printed book were abhorrent.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
I would like to thank Baen Publishing and Larry Correia & Jason Cordova [the editors] for an eARC of The Monster Hunter Files, Volume 2 with an expected publication date of March 3, 2026, in return for an honest review. This volume includes 13 stories in the Monster Hunter International universe, with some stories tied to previous short stories. By this time I have read most of these authors, if not in Baen publications, often Raconteur Press anthologies. As a group, these authors know how to write military science fiction/fantasy! The series is recommended, and I rate this volume 5 stars [acknowledging that as in any collection, stories vary by approach and quality.
The three feral ladies of fantasy [Melissa Olthoff, Marisa Wolf, and Kacey Ezell] are each represented by individual stories. I have read stories by Law Dog, Steve Diamond, Brad Togerson, and Jason Cordova and they don’t disappoint here. Hinkley Correia continues the family business with her story, Carnage at the Carnival. The remaining authors were new to me, but still fit into the universe.
If you like kick ass military action taking down supernatural horrors, this is the book for you.
The three feral ladies of fantasy [Melissa Olthoff, Marisa Wolf, and Kacey Ezell] are each represented by individual stories. I have read stories by Law Dog, Steve Diamond, Brad Togerson, and Jason Cordova and they don’t disappoint here. Hinkley Correia continues the family business with her story, Carnage at the Carnival. The remaining authors were new to me, but still fit into the universe.
If you like kick ass military action taking down supernatural horrors, this is the book for you.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
A solid entry in the Monster Hunter series, this is a collection of short stories about hunters from various eras (from ancient Rome to the near future) doing what they do best - handling supposedly mythical beings and unearthly forces, preferably while taking home a decent paycheck. Danger beckons constantly, and happy endings for all characters are not assured!
Each author brings a new perspective and fresh take on the basic theme, making this a good, diverse read. While it can stand on its own merits, those who have already dipped a toe into the world of MHI and the MCB will get more out of it.
Each author brings a new perspective and fresh take on the basic theme, making this a good, diverse read. While it can stand on its own merits, those who have already dipped a toe into the world of MHI and the MCB will get more out of it.
March 7, 2026
Absolutely Reccomended
Not every stoey in this bunch blew me away. But none disappointed. From amazing concepts to cool creatures, we get a little bit of everyrhing and even some sequels.
Not every stoey in this bunch blew me away. But none disappointed. From amazing concepts to cool creatures, we get a little bit of everyrhing and even some sequels.
March 9, 2026
Excellent!
Each story brought its own brand of “mayhem“ and monsters. Kudos to the authors for their ability to write in the MHI world and add a depth and breadth to the world Larry created.
Each story brought its own brand of “mayhem“ and monsters. Kudos to the authors for their ability to write in the MHI world and add a depth and breadth to the world Larry created.
March 10, 2026
Excellent work!
Larry Correia never disappoints! Love the MHI universe! Always look forward to what Mr. Correia’s imagination can come up with!
Larry Correia never disappoints! Love the MHI universe! Always look forward to what Mr. Correia’s imagination can come up with!
March 23, 2026
Monster hunter files volume 2.
Great selection of stories true to the genre.
Thank you to all the authors and editors that make these possible!
Great selection of stories true to the genre.
Thank you to all the authors and editors that make these possible!
March 25, 2026
3.5 for the short story Albert Lee and the Scroll of Doom.
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