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Introduction to Issue 62 Poetry
It gives me great pleasure to present these six poets for this issue of Abyss & Apex: Ann Thornfield-Long, Jennifer Crow, Holly Lyn Walrath, Chengyu Liu, Vince Gotera and M.X. Kelly. There are recurrent symbols throughout the poems—birds, trees and … Continue reading
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The Witch & the Gods’ War
The Witch & the Gods’ War by Stephanie Lorée Rain pattered the window, and Draya looked up from her basin to watch the sky churn. Her hands washed vegetables automatically, carrots and squash, an eggplant that was nearly rotten, and two … Continue reading
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Of Squid and Schism
“Of Squid and Schism” by Devan Barlow The Mollusk made me do this. “The other students look up to you. You’ll set a good example by going first.” I was easy prey. Everyone else had already managed to get … Continue reading
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Ground Support
Ground Support by Mike Barretta Astronaut Damian Quinn was alone, a billion miles away from the nearest human being, buried alive in the night; he was sure he was going to die, and he couldn’t wait. She looked to … Continue reading
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The Golden Daffodils
“The Golden Daffodils” by James Van Pelt No one should get drunk at carnivals. They are drunk already with rippling tents, cotton candy, rollercoaster, and always, always screaming children. Carnivals reel on their own. To be there is to wallow … Continue reading
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The Vengeance of Curion
The Vengeance of Curion by S. L. Harris Marl had gotten clean away with the crown of Curion and was drinking down the first of his profits when the vengeance of that immortal sorcerer began. The rogue’s gaze traveled … Continue reading
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Qualify
Qualify (Norilana Books) by Vera Nazarian Dear GOD what a wonderful book. It’s a Young Adult story, but don’t let that stop you. And it’s first in a series so you can look forward to reading all of the books in the Atlantis … Continue reading
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BOOK LAUNCH: The Best of Abyss & Apex, Volume 2
It’s here, as an ebook! Get’ em while they’re hot, or wait for the print version later this week. Contents “The Last Tower” – CJ Cherryh “How Strange the Starship’s Shudder” – Michael R. Fosburg “Socorro” – S. L. Knapp … Continue reading
A&A Reviews: Women in Practical Armor
Women in Practical Armor Edited by Ed Greenwood and Gabrielle Harbowy (Evil Girlfriend Media) This is another kickstarter project, and a worthy one. It starts out with “Attrition,” by Judith Tarr. Not my favorite story in the volume but good … Continue reading
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The Argument Box
This poem contains strong language and is a departure from our usual PG-13 fare. By clicking this link you affirm that you are at least 18 years of age and will not be offended by the content. >>Proceed to Poem<<
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