If you're a science fiction and fantasy author and you're interested in a different kind of writing critiquing contest, the WYRM's Gauntlet is now open. It's a small contest run by current and previous members of my writing group. It's free to join for anyone who are interested, and there are cash prizes.
Month: September 2022
Story Recommendations – September 2022
No lengthy introduction this time around. It's time for the monthly short story recommendations. Ninety-Nine Percent Support by Filip Wiltgren (DSF): I finally started catching up on my DSF backlog (well, I've had to skip a lot of it; it simple grew to monsterous). Lucky for me (and you, I guess), there was a story … Continue reading Story Recommendations – September 2022
2022 Ignyte Award Results
Last night, the 2022 Ignyte awards were handed out. This is the third annual Ignyte Awards which "seek to celebrate the vibrancy and diversity of the current and future landscapes of science fiction, fantasy, and horror by recognizing incredible feats in storytelling and outstanding efforts toward inclusivity of the genre." You can find the full … Continue reading 2022 Ignyte Award Results
Sad News In Short Fiction Publishing
I was preparing this months short story recommendations, which included trying to get through the massive backlog of Daily Science Fiction (DSF) stories in my inbox, when some truly sad new hit me. The editors of DSF have spoken openly about how much time and energy goes into running the magazine and how tough it … Continue reading Sad News In Short Fiction Publishing
Toby Backman 