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A ratings guide for these sub-genres of Science Fiction, both by Author and by Type. more...

For fantasy in general, the short story has been less of a focus than science fiction, it would appear. I certainly also have less of it in my collection, or in my head. However, such a form has been around a lot longer, with more practitioners. Monster and ghost stories galore for centuries, for example, not to mention the various mythological tales from all around the world. more...

Plenty has been written about the decline of the short story, anthology and collection, and when you read some older books they have been saying the same thing for decades, even in the first issue of Asimov's magazine in 1977. I have also seen Gardner Dozois write about the acceleration of the 'lack of memory' of past science fiction work. Not too surprising perhaps with the pace of change. I h more...

It is well known that Leigh Brackett has a group of stories that share a common setting, and that those are based on the planets of the Solar System, primarily on Venus and Mars. However, there is much other SF included in 50+ short stories and ten novels. I thought it might be interesting to see what work might coherently fit in one Future History. more...

A complete list of the stories in every Year's Best Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror book, grouped by editor and ordered by volume. more...

All the 5 star, 4.5 star and 4 star novels, collections, anthologies and short stories. more...

Are you uncertain when to use affect or effect? Loath or loathe? Compliment or complement? Do you struggle with character development, establishing realistic dialogue or organizing articles, proposals or manuscripts? Be Your Own Editor by Sigrid Macdonald is an invaluable manual for writers of all ages and stages. more...

How did Paris Hilton's dog get published when humans have such a hard time? Author shares advice on publishers, query letters, book proposals, self-publishing and book promotion. more...

This is a handbook outlining the support services and policies for students with disabilities at Rochester Community and Technical College more...

The AVMA 20/20 Vision Commission was charged with creating a progressive vision for the AVMA and making recommendations to ensure that the Association achieves this vision and continues to be relevant and responsive to its members and the general public. This is the Commission’s report as presented to the AVMA Executive Board in April 2011. more...