by Lavie Tidhar
First published 2021
This anthology presents twenty-six science fiction stories that Donna Scott gathered from various publications during 2020. The collection spans tales of courage and grief alongside narratives that inspire awe. Writers explore artificial intelligence gaining consciousness, examine healthcare and social services, and investigate what makes love unique. Some stories question whether time moves in straight lines. Scott brings credentials as former BSFA chair, accomplished poet, writer, and comedian. She has edited freelance projects for major publishers across multiple years. Contributors include M. R. Carey with "War Crimes," Lavie Tidhar offering "Blue and Blue and Blue and Pink," and Anne Charnock presenting "All I Asked For." Other writers like David Gullen, Ida Keogh, and Liam Hogan add their voices. The anthology features work from Ian Watson, Stephen Oram, Neil Williamson, and Liz Williams among others. Stories range from "Panspermia High" by Eric Brown to "The World is on Fire and You're Out of Milk" by Rhiannon Grist.
Genres: short-stories, science-fiction, literary-fiction
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: awe-inspiring, found-family
Period: 2020
280 pages · Paperback · Newcon Press