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The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year by Jonathan Strahan

The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year

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Jonathan Strahan

Night Shade Books · Ebook · April 18, 2013

In print and on-line, science fiction and fantasy is thriving as never before.

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Who it’s for
A compact way to sample standout speculative fiction without committing to a doorstop.
Genres
Sci-Fi Short Stories, Fantasy Anthologies, Short Story Anthologies
Published
Night Shade Books, April 18, 2013

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About this book

In print and on-line, science fiction and fantasy is thriving as never before. A multitude of astonishingly creative and gifted writers are boldly exploring the mythic past, the paranormal present, and the promises and perils of myriad alternate worlds and futures. There are almost too many new and intriguing stories published every year for any reader to be able to experience them all. So how to make sure you haven’t missed any future classics?

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Award-winning editor and anthologist Jonathan Strahan has surveyed the expanding universes of modern sf and fantasy to find the brightest stars in today’s dazzling literary firmament. From the latest masterworks by the acknowledged titans of the field to fresh visions from exciting new talents, this outstanding collection is a comprehensive showcase for the current state of the art in both science fiction and fantasy. Anyone who wants to know where the future of imaginative short fiction is going, and treat themselves to dozens of unforgettable stories, will find this year’s edition of Best Science Fiction and Fantasy to be just what they’re looking for!

Compact Sampler

A compact way to sample standout speculative fiction without committing to a doorstop.

Come here for

  • year-end SFF sampler
  • short-form variety

Expect

  • fantasy-leaning selection
  • brief, high-turnover reading

Where it sits

Short Story Anthologies81%
Fantasy Anthologies72%
Sci-Fi Short Stories47%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Short Story Anthologies
  • Fantasy Anthologies
  • Paranormal Fantasy
Authors
Jonathan Strahan
Publisher
Night Shade Books
Published
April 18, 2013
Format
Ebook
Reading lane
Short Story Anthologies