A Practical Guide to Apocalypse Management

A Practical Guide to Apocalypse Management

Middle Management of the Apocalypse: Tales of Heroic Bureaucracy When fantasy meets the workplace, hilarity ensues... In this wickedly funny collection of stories, traditional fantasy tropes get their performance reviews and dungeon quests meet quarterly objectives. From sentient swords with too much attitude to goblins revolutionizing HR practices, these tales turn the world of fantasy on its head by examining what happens when the business of magic meets the magic of business. Follow Grongol, a goose whose digestive tract holds the apocalypse, and his reluctant human companion who'd rather be running cons than preventing doomsday. Meet Snarksteel the Insufferable, a legendary talking sword who's tired of heroes dying stupidly while ignoring its advice. Step into the challenging role of Splug, the goblin HR director trying to transform a murderous dungeon into a customer-friendly adventure experience without getting eaten by his dragon CEO. This anthology delivers fantasy with a corporate twist, where: Prophecies have typos but must be fulfilled anyway - Even the Grim Reaper needs accountants - Middle managers face literal trials by fire - Performance reviews can be a matter of life and death Perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett, Douglas Adams, and anyone who's ever wondered what would happen if Office Space took place in Middle-earth. These stories blend sharp wit with fantastical adventure, creating a reading experience as memorable as it is hilarious.