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Editorials for the magazine

Introduction to Poetry in Issue 60

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Editor

Introduction to Poetry in Issue 60 The slate of eight poems begins with a surreal poem, “No Panic” (Justin Holliday/ Central, SC), but changes up to black humor, “Trading Disguise” (Sara Cordova/ Albuquerque, NM), which is Sara’s first publication! “Déjà … Continue reading →

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4Q 2016 Editorial: Selling the Dream

Posted on September 5, 2016 by Editor

Let me sell you on a dream.  In magazines, some “how-to” books, and on reality TV, readers and viewers often fantasize about doing grandiose things someday, or “living in a place like that”–off the grid or in a castle–or traveling … Continue reading →

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3Q 2016 Editorial

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Editor

Flash! Let’s talk about flash fiction for a while, shall we? You may not have realized it, but June 15 was National Flash Fiction Day here in the USA. Flash fiction is very short–usually defined as 1,000 words or less … Continue reading →

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Introduction to Poetry in Issue 59

Posted on June 26, 2016 by Editor

Welcome to the July 2016 issue of Abyss & Apex poetry. Many excellent poems have been submitted in May. Of the 150 poems, we are delighted to publish 9 in this issue (and another 9 in the October issue): “Death … Continue reading →

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Introduction to Poetry in Issue 58

Posted on March 26, 2016 by Editor

Introduction to Poetry in Issue 58 Welcome to the spring issue full of remarkable poetry. I did my best to enhance the experience with artwork (some as found, others combined/overlaid in PowerPoint with image effects applied). A few comments on … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Science Fiction Stories

Posted on March 15, 2016 by Editor

In my library is a small volume titled My Favorite Science Fiction Story edited Martin H. Greenberg (DAW, 1999). Greenberg asked a number of prominent SF writers to name their favorite reads, and it contains tales beloved of Connie Willis, … Continue reading →

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January 2016 Poetry Introduction

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Editor

January 2016 Poetry Introduction I am delighted to present these poems to kick off the 2016 season. Out of hundreds of submissions, these poems offer something fresh. The issue opens with Time Clock By Christiaan Sabatelli (Highland, NY) with the … Continue reading →

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1Q 2016 Editorial: Miracles on a Shoestring

Posted on December 29, 2015 by Editor

A&A once was described as doing miracles on a shoestring. That was nice, if a little misplaced. And no, this is not a plea for money. It’s about you, the writer. Many of you may not be aware of what … Continue reading →

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Human Wave Science Fiction

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Editor

Human Wave Science Fiction “Depressing is the book ending with the protagonist dropping his sword as he dies. Human wave is one sentence more — where someone picks up the sword again and continues on, inspired.” – SJ Chase. “ … Continue reading →

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On Acceptances

Posted on June 16, 2015 by Editor

On Acceptances First, for an informative but humorous take on rejections, please read my short editorial on the subject of Rejectomancy. Obvious things like lots of spelling or grammatical errors will nix a story, as will sending stories outside of … Continue reading →

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