Category Archives: Past

“The Three” by Travis Daniel Bow The Court Mage bent to take the sword from the limp fingers of Tel’s opponent. He indicated that Tel should kneel. Trembling, Tel dropped to his knees. The Court Mage raised his wrinkled hands … Continue reading →

“Slamnesia” by Ronald D. Ferguson “You have slamnesia.” Doctor Reynolds’s dour expression blends into the dark frame of his oiled-walnut office panels. His next words don’t improve my impression. “Worst case I’ve ever seen.” “That doesn’t sound good.” I don’t … Continue reading →

“Fade to Gunmetal” by Jeremy Sim Hey, Benny. It’s me, Reyes. Just figured I’d stop by on my way back from the hockshop, sit down, have words. Just for a couple minutes this time. Then I’ll be on my way. … Continue reading →

“The Toad’s Jewel” by Cat Rambo The toad knew there was a jewel in her head. She had not been told so by the philosopher who wrote many years ago: “It is a repugnant and venomous beast, but contains a … Continue reading →

  And the Lion said Shibboleth by R.P.L. Johnson “How can you steal from a species that has no concept of possessions?” I asked. The music in the bar was overpowering, but I was sure I’d heard her correctly. My … Continue reading →

    Beyond the Wild Mountains by Conrad Steenkamp On the night that the aliens entered Jonno’s life, the men were out hunting wild cattle in the bush and he was huddling under his mother’s big hide blanket. He stared … Continue reading →