Nina Kiriki Hoffman crafts narratives that delve into the complexities of human connection and the search for self. Her writing is marked by a profound understanding of the human psyche, offering subtle yet incisive observations on life. Hoffman masterfully weaves elements of the supernatural with realistic portrayals, creating a uniquely evocative atmosphere. Her stories prompt readers to contemplate the nature of reality and emotion.
The collection features 16 fantastical stories showcasing the author's acclaimed talent, with one story included for the first time. Spanning the latter half of her career, these gemlike narratives highlight her skill in crafting impactful short fiction. With over 30 award nominations, the author's ability to weave enchanting tales makes this collection a valuable addition to any library, emphasizing her continued relevance in the literary world.
Matilda "Matt" Black has the extraordinary gift of communicating with inanimate objects and experiencing the dreams of others. Despite her solitude, she discovers a deep connection with Edmund Reynolds, a wandering witch on a spiritual journey to aid those in distress. Together, they navigate a world filled with magic and purpose, exploring themes of companionship and the quest for understanding.
Gypsum LaZelle is a misfit in a family of spellcasters until the day she becomes gravely ill and she discovers that her Transition has occurred at last.
To entertain his dinner guests, Masrur, a Muslim soldier, weaves a story about his encounter with a vampire on an ill-fated caravan through the Caucassian Mountains years before.
The narrative centers on a sensitive adolescent navigating the challenges of growing up, particularly the shift into adolescent sexuality and societal expectations. After fleeing from a bully, he accidentally encounters an alien race living underground. The story delves into themes of dysfunctional family dynamics and the greed-driven nature of human politics, all while maintaining eerie psychological elements. This emotionally rich tale intertwines the boy's personal struggles with broader societal issues, creating a compelling and unexpectedly sensual experience.
This landmark anthology presents thirty groundbreaking stories from the masters of speculative fiction heralding the future of the genre with original and revolutionary works. All-new, original stories by � Ursula K. Le Guin � Gregory Benford � Joe Haldeman � Joyce Carol Oates � and many others On K2 with Kanakaredes by Dan Simmons The Building by Ursula K. Le Guin Froggies by Laura Whitton What We Did That Summer by Kathe Koja and Barry N. Malzberg A Slow Saturday Night at the Surrealist Sporting Club by Michael Moorcock In Xanadu by Thomas M. Disch Commencement by Joyce Carol Oates Unique Visitors by James Patrick Kelly BIack TuIip by Harry Turtledove Belief by P. D. Cacek In the Un-Black by Stephen Baxter Weeping Walls by Paul Di Filippo Anomalies by Gregory Benford Captive Kong by Kit Reed Feedback by Robert E. Vardeman Between Disappearances by Nina Kiriki Hoffman Resurrection by David Morrell Cleopatra Brimstone by Elizabeth Hand Burros Gone Bad by Peter Schneider Pockets by Rudy Rucker and John Shirley Ave de Paso by Catherine Asaro Road Kill by Joe Haldeman Ting-a-Ling by Jack Dann ‘Bassador by Catherine Wells Ssoroghod’s People by Larry Niven Two Shot by Michael Marshall Smith Billy the Fetus by Al Sarrantonio Viewpoint by Gene Wolfe Fungi by Ardath Mayhar Rhido Wars by Neal Barrett, Jr.
Merkwürdige Dinge gehen in dem uralten Haus an der Fearstreet vor, seit Oliver mit seiner Familie dort eingezogen ist. Auf dem verlassenen Dachboden schweben Bettlaken wie von Geisterhand bewegt durch die Luft. Fürchterliches Kettenrasseln und Grauen erregende Schreie rauben den Bewohnern jeglichen Schlaf. Selbst Doberman Spooky fürchtet sich vor dem Spuk. Doch schließlich wird es Oliver zu bunt.
Česká mutace známého amerického sci-fi a fantasy magazínu přináší skutečnou legendu! Magazín Fantasy & Science Fiction, který vychází v USA téměř šedesát let, se stal jedním z nejlepších zdrojů fantastické povídky na světě. Česká edice, ve spolupráci s americkou redakcí, vám nabídne klasiku i příběhy současných autorů. Každé dva měsíce se můžete těšit na barvité světy spisovatelské fantazie. V tomto čísle se vzdálená budoucnost a vesmír setkávají s prastarou planetou v povídce „Kapka“ od Benjamina Rosenbauma. Záhadolog Henghis Hapthorn se vrací v povídce „Odhalení Sadžesarjana“ od Matthewa Hughese. Rozsáhlá novela „Vládkyně Helia“ od R. Garciy y Robertsona sleduje dobrodružství kapitánky vzducholodi na planetě, kde původní kolonisté čelí arogantním novým osadníkům. Oblíbená Nina Kiriki Hoffmanová se vrací s příběhem „S jásotem do nebe“. Paolo Bacigalupi opět ukazuje své mistrovství v povídce „Kalorik“ z drsné budoucnosti, kde kalorie slouží jako univerzální platidlo. Odlehčení přináší příběh „Vilík a skřítek“ od Terryho Bissona. Pro milovníky klasiky je tu Avram Davidson s povídkou „Dům Dum“, odehrávající se na ztracené lidské kolonii. Magazín je splněným snem každého milovníka dobrých a čtivých příběhů.
