Issue of April 23, 2012

Let's Pretend This Never Happened: Book Review by Wendy Robards — Book review "Let's Pretend This Never Happened"

Who wouldn't love to read the memoirs of a woman who can't resist dressing up dead weasels?

The Walking Man by Steven Servis — Cover story short fiction psychology

The long road to understanding begins with a single step -- sometimes even in the wrong direction.

Cold-Brewed Coffee by Cheryl Haimann — Food cold brewed coffee

The perfect cooler to wake up to on a warm, summery morning!

The Twinning 4 by Barbara Rendall — Novella culture China

Hints of economic growth are all around the delegation as they tour Yutian, but behind the scenes, a mysterious land looms, and a way of life that none of them has ever experienced ...

Peek of the Week 346 by KK Brown — Photo art

A thoughtful image of a wise man reminds us to try to avoid folly.

The Complex 21 by Lydia Manx — Serial fiction horror vampires mature content

And now we know the Vampire Council's concern ... and now Ben is glad for the news and horrified by its implications.

Lead Belly by David Donaghe — Short fiction biker

There are times when your life just doesn't seem worth living, but the fact is, your life isn't only about you ...

The Guardian by Lydia Manx — Short fiction fantasy

The vampire has his own story, but what about that poor, displaced old troll?

The Wonderfully Fecund World of the Hendersons by M.J.Nicholls — Short fiction insanity post-modern mature content

This is NOT the way to get into the Guinness Book of World Records, dear readers...

The Cavalier's Voice by Peter Balaskas — Short science fiction

In the face of injustice, one can only hope that someone, somewhere will take a stand against it ...