I first stumbled on Shortwave Publishing when Ai Jiang’s novelette, I Am Ai, was published. I kept seeing the press pop up in various places and had to investigate—then fell in love with the press’s offerings. Great stuff. And best of all, owner Alan Lastufka works tirelessly to support the press’s books and authors. How … Continue reading Publisher Interview * Alan Lastufka!
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Author Interview * Meg Pokrass
I fell in love with the cover of Meg’s newest collection and could hardly wait to ask her about it! First Law of Holes will be released by Dzanc Books in September 2024. Thanks to Meg for taking time to answer my questions! *** Myna: Tell us about your upcoming collection! Meg: The collection is … Continue reading Author Interview * Meg Pokrass
Flash Roundup * April 2024
A gathering of recent speculative flash & micro fiction, each presenting a tiny-yet-powerful universe. How tiny? About one-thousand words for flash; four-hundred words for micro. The word count isn’t as important as the emotion, the adventure, the sense of wonder. Including science fiction, fantasy, horror, and the spaces in between. So many fantastic stories to … Continue reading Flash Roundup * April 2024
Editor Interview * Rebecca Halsey!
Flash Fiction Online has long been one of my favorite journals for both speculative and literary flash. Thanks to Rebecca Halsey, publisher and editor-in-chief, for taking time out of her busy schedule to share her insight into the magazine! *** Myna: First, tell us about Flash Fiction Online, and your role there! Rebecca: Flash Fiction … Continue reading Editor Interview * Rebecca Halsey!
Author Interview * Lisa Fox!
I’ve been reading Lisa Fox’s short stories for years. Her imaginative scope is impressive, and I’m often charmed by unexpected wit and humor in her stories. Thanks to Lisa for answering my questions! *** Myna: Tell us about your collection! What’s it about? What themes do you explore? Lisa: Passageways is my second short story … Continue reading Author Interview * Lisa Fox!
Author Interview * MM Schreier!
I was thrilled to receive an ARC of MM Schreier’s debut collection, Monstrosity, Humanity. I’ve followed MM’s short fiction for several years, always admiring the variety of creatures and the way she brings them to life. This collection doesn’t disappoint. While I enjoy the imaginative array of monsters, the thing I love most is … Continue reading Author Interview * MM Schreier!
Author Interview * Chris Panatier!
Chris is one of my favorite authors. I loved his first two novels, The Phlebotomist and Stringers. His next novel, The Redemption of Morgan Bright, will be released by Angry Robot Books in April. You can find pre-order links on his website. Thanks to Chris for taking time to answer my questions! *** Myna: … Continue reading Author Interview * Chris Panatier!
Flash Roundup * March 2024
A gathering of recent speculative flash & micro fiction, each presenting a tiny-yet-powerful universe. How tiny? One-thousand words max for flash; four-hundred words max for micro. The word count isn't as important as the emotion, the adventure, the sense of wonder. Including science fiction, fantasy, horror, and the spaces in between. If you love these … Continue reading Flash Roundup * March 2024