A certain type of book

The last two books I've read, though very different, have had one thing in common: they are both one story with several elements of [insert subject here] incorporated into it.  American Gods by Neil Gaiman had various mythological characters from several countries & time periods, while The Book of Lost Things by John Connolly had several fairy tales incorporated into it.  Both books I've really enjoyed, & I would love to read others like that.  I love the variety of stories interwoven together to create/support one big story.
So, as you may have guessed: any suggestions? :]