I was thrilled to receive an early copy of Before We Move On. The novel features some fantastic flash sidebars, lovely illustrations, and a beautiful interior design—and that gorgeous cover! Huge thanks to Sally for sharing this story and taking time to answer my questions! *** Myna: Tell us about your new novel! What’s it … Continue reading Author Interview * Sally Simon →

I recently read Addison’s collection, Parallel Worlds, which is the fourth volume in his Fractured Realities series. The stories are an exciting mix of genre and subject matter. I especially loved the way he used flash stories to set the tone and flow of the book. Huge thanks to Addison for taking time to answer … Continue reading Author Interview * Addison Smith →

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. If you love these stories … Continue reading Flash Roundup  * May 2024 →

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! →

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 →

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 →

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! →

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! →

  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! →

  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! →