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Futures by Angela Caravan
4.0
Disclaimer: I have a story published in this anthology, however I am reviewing based on the other stories only.
This is a fascinating anthology in terms of format, with a combination of fiction, poetry, non-fiction and essays. As someone who usually only goes for fiction anthologies, this was an interesting and enjoyable change and it definitely feels like there is something in here for everyone with a variety of interpretations of the theme: investigating the idea of the future in various forms.
The contributions themselves are diverse and rarely give the same point of view, which is nice. My personal favourites were the beautifully haunting "A Sky Made Black" by Daniel James Clark and the whimsical "Peter Cushing Rides A Bicycle" by Nadia Steven Rysing. I'm not a huge poetry fan but I also found something compelling about "Etymology" by Pasiphaë Dreams.
This is a fascinating anthology in terms of format, with a combination of fiction, poetry, non-fiction and essays. As someone who usually only goes for fiction anthologies, this was an interesting and enjoyable change and it definitely feels like there is something in here for everyone with a variety of interpretations of the theme: investigating the idea of the future in various forms.
The contributions themselves are diverse and rarely give the same point of view, which is nice. My personal favourites were the beautifully haunting "A Sky Made Black" by Daniel James Clark and the whimsical "Peter Cushing Rides A Bicycle" by Nadia Steven Rysing. I'm not a huge poetry fan but I also found something compelling about "Etymology" by Pasiphaë Dreams.
Adapt. Evolve. Become.: The Genderqueer Fandom of NBC's Hannibal by Max Turner
5.0
I compiled and edited this volume so I am a little bias! HOWEVER! This really is an absolute gem for queer Hannibal fans and especially any fans under the trans umbrella.
The fiction is wonderful the art is amazing and the nonfiction is deep and insightful. This really is a love letter to NBC's Hannibal from trans Fannibals!
The fiction is wonderful the art is amazing and the nonfiction is deep and insightful. This really is a love letter to NBC's Hannibal from trans Fannibals!
Bloodless: An Anthology of Blood-Free Horror by Donyae Coles, Roni Stinger, Bri Crozier, Ai Jiang, Nico Bell, Vanessa Santos, Vanessa Jae, Donna J. W. Munro, Sophia Snyder, Abigail Guerrero, Lee Nash, Koji A. Dae, Tyrone Long, Tehnuka, Catherine Kuo, Gustavo Bondoni, Jules Vasquez, Max Turner, Marsheila Rockwell, Pedro Íñiguez, Chelsea Pumpkins, Amanda M. Blake
4.0
Disclaimer: I have a story published in this anthology, however I am reviewing based on the other stories only.
My own story in this anthology is an urban legend-come-haunting, and it would be so easy for this anthology to be nothing more than ghost stories, but instead we find a series of chilling tales ranging from dark fiction to outright horror exploring the many ways we can be horrified without the presence of blood.
Given that these aren't all just ghost stories, there is a real range here for everyone to enjoy, and I found all of them engaging. That said, I did have some personal favourites, probably the ones that have stayed with me the most - haunting me since I put the book down.
The more I flick back through the book the more I realise I like so many of them so much, and will definitely reread again and again. But the top picks for me (personally) include the chilling Bird Bones by Sophia Snyder, and the achingly and hauntingly beautiful Swallowtail by Bri Cozier and Hands by Vanessa Santos.
Another great anthology from this fantastic little press!
My own story in this anthology is an urban legend-come-haunting, and it would be so easy for this anthology to be nothing more than ghost stories, but instead we find a series of chilling tales ranging from dark fiction to outright horror exploring the many ways we can be horrified without the presence of blood.
Given that these aren't all just ghost stories, there is a real range here for everyone to enjoy, and I found all of them engaging. That said, I did have some personal favourites, probably the ones that have stayed with me the most - haunting me since I put the book down.
The more I flick back through the book the more I realise I like so many of them so much, and will definitely reread again and again. But the top picks for me (personally) include the chilling Bird Bones by Sophia Snyder, and the achingly and hauntingly beautiful Swallowtail by Bri Cozier and Hands by Vanessa Santos.
Another great anthology from this fantastic little press!
Universe of Attractions: Cross-Species Speculative Fiction Love Stories by Helen E. Davis
4.0
Disclaimer: I have a story published in this anthology, however I am reviewing based on the other stories only.
As with many spec fic anthologies, this is a mixed bag of sci-fi, spec, fantasy and light horror that will have something to suit everyone. Whilst a couple of the stories weren't personally to my taste, the volume over all is good with many engaging stories. Alongside the more expected, but just as enjoyable, love connections in this volume, there are also some very interesting and unique ideas on love and lovers.
My personal favourites were the captivating Medusa and Theodus by Dee Caples, the beautifully built world of Kobold & Co. by K.L. Wooderson, and the fascinating The Spaceman and the Sea by Joshua D Taylor. Though, above all my stand out favourite was the hauntingly beautiful Those in Peril On The Sea by Derek Des Anges, that daily remains in the fore of my mind.
As with many spec fic anthologies, this is a mixed bag of sci-fi, spec, fantasy and light horror that will have something to suit everyone. Whilst a couple of the stories weren't personally to my taste, the volume over all is good with many engaging stories. Alongside the more expected, but just as enjoyable, love connections in this volume, there are also some very interesting and unique ideas on love and lovers.
My personal favourites were the captivating Medusa and Theodus by Dee Caples, the beautifully built world of Kobold & Co. by K.L. Wooderson, and the fascinating The Spaceman and the Sea by Joshua D Taylor. Though, above all my stand out favourite was the hauntingly beautiful Those in Peril On The Sea by Derek Des Anges, that daily remains in the fore of my mind.
Tech by Vincenzo Natali
4.0
I really enjoyed this! The story is great, a really gripping read that definitely speaks to anyone who is a parent and willing to do anything for their child.
The art is fantastic and I loved the juxtaposition blues and neon against the more neutral beige of the more mundane settings.
I'd have loved a bit more world building - that's not a criticism, there was plenty of it, I'm just a massive fan of extensive world building and I wanted to know so much more! I'd love to read a series that delves more into the code, or perhaps some sequels.
Also, love that this was produced via a Print on Demand service. The reduction of waste, transportation and storage makes it much more environmentally friendly than traditional mass production and more publishers should make this move.
The art is fantastic and I loved the juxtaposition blues and neon against the more neutral beige of the more mundane settings.
I'd have loved a bit more world building - that's not a criticism, there was plenty of it, I'm just a massive fan of extensive world building and I wanted to know so much more! I'd love to read a series that delves more into the code, or perhaps some sequels.
Also, love that this was produced via a Print on Demand service. The reduction of waste, transportation and storage makes it much more environmentally friendly than traditional mass production and more publishers should make this move.