L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 38 by L. Ron Hubbard

There were a couple of stories I didn’t like, and sadly, one of them was chosen as the opening story.

He died only days after he finished editing this book. The story by the editor David Farland that accompanies the cover illustration is also very special as it is the last story he wrote. Those three pieces in a row felt like a special moment. I especially enjoyed “The Single Most Important Piece of Advice” by Frank Herbert followed by one of his stories and then an essay by his son about teamwork and writing with others as he continues to create in his father’s world of Dune. Before each story and essay there is an extensive, informative bio for the author and illustrator which helps orient the reader for each new experience. I noticed a recurring theme of the power of knowledge and the dangers of memory manipulation which I find very interesting. There is a nice range of stories exploring times from Earth’s history to planets in the far future with some time travel in there as well. There is so much to like about this book! It opens with a gallery of color illustrations by the winners of the illustration contest, one for each story, that piqued my interest and created anticipation.

Ron Hubbard presents Writers of the Future volume 38 (amazon associate link) from the publisher through the Library Thing early reviewers program.īecause this is a collection of stories by contest winners, and says it is “the best new SF & Fantasy of the year” right on the cover, I had high expectations: I expected some really great science fiction and fantasy stories. These award-winning writers provide a diverse array of stories that will transport you and reshape your reality.In anticipation of the Writer’s Games kicking off this weekend, here are my thoughts on a book of short stories I recently enjoyed. Rise to the dizzying heights of magical realism. Explore the darkest alleyways of urban fantasy. You’re part of a sting, out to catch some bar hoppers who are not only bending their elbows, but bending time as well.You’ve got a monster BFF-whom you’re hiding from your own monster-hunting family.Saving the mammoths is in your hands-can you conjure the magic to make it happen?.It’s game on, the fate of the universe is on the line-and you’re about to go all in.

Powerful new stories of action, adventure, and fantasy

25 Award-winning Authors and Illustrators

L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 38 by L. Ron Hubbard