Wondrous and powerful tales from some of the world's best new writers
Turnabout--Djinn are famous for twisting your words so they don't really grant your wish but two can play that game.
A Smokeless and Scorching Fire--Deacon is a government official and he's afraid he'll stay that way if he can't break his conditioning.
The Howler on the Sales Floor--It's easy making sales when you can send images of despair into the hearts of your clients.
The Minarets of An-Zabat--Alder seeks the secrets of the Windcallers' magic but his curiosity may destroy the people he loves.
The Death Flyer--Jim Bellamy tries to save the life of a girl who died in the wreckage of a train ten years ago.
Odd and Ugly--A tree giant takes in a housekeeper but she has more secrets than either of them can handle.
Mara's Shadow--An ancient myth might provide the key to curing a disease that threatens all of humanity.