First published 2014
This anthology brings together seven science fiction writers to examine artificial beings who mirror and challenge human nature. The collection features robots experiencing love and warfare, synthetic beings who shed tears and harbor dreams, and mechanical creations who seek equality with their human makers or aim to surpass them entirely. Each story investigates what occurs when humanity's technological offspring develop characteristics that exceed our expectations. The tales span from machines trapped within synthetic flesh and metal frameworks to artificial intelligences questioning their programmed existence. Contributors include Peter Clines, Jody Lynn Nye, Seanan McGuire, Fiona Patton, Jean Rabe, Ken Scholes, and Lucy A. Snyder. Editor Jennifer Brozek assembles both emerging and veteran authors to tackle one of science fiction's most persistent themes. The anthology examines the boundary between creator and creation, asking whether artificial consciousness can achieve authentic emotion and independent thought.
Genres: science-fiction, artificial-intelligence, robots
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: artificial-intelligence, found-family
278 pages · Paperback · Evil Girlfriend Media