First published 2008
Renowned editor David G. Hartwell showcases the finest speculative fiction of the year. From mind-bending AI to alien first contact, these provocative stories explore the limits of the possible. Readers are transported to strange new worlds, facing high-stakes challenges that test the boundaries of humanity. Through it all, Hartwell's keen eye uncovers the emotional heart of the genre, delivering a fresh vision of the future.
Genres: short-stories, science-fiction, speculative-fiction
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, high-stakes
201 pages · Paperback