The Big Book of Science Fiction and Fantasy — Ellen Datlow

Ellen Datlow is the queen of anthology editors in America.—Peter Straub From multi-award–winning anthologist Ellen Datlow, The Big Book of Science Fiction and Fantasy features groundbreaking works from some of the most distinctive voices in speculative fiction. Set in far futures, the near past, or alternate realities; infused with elements of horror, mystery, and mysticism; and featuring aliens, ghosts, and people from history, these imaginative and innovative tales explore the human condition in a variety of situations that reflect the society of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Stories include: The Elephant Ironclads by Jason Stoddard Ardent Clouds by Lucy Sussex Gather by Christopher Rowe Sonny Liston Takes the Fall by Elizabeth Bear North American Lake Monsters by Nathan Ballingrud All Washed Up While Looking for a Better World by Carol Emshwiller Special Economics by Maureen F. McHugh Aka St. Mark's Place by Richard Bowes The Goosle by Margo Lanagan Shira by Lavie Tidhar The Passion of Azazel by Barry N. Malzberg The Lagerstätte by Laird Barron Gladiolus Exposed by Anna Tambour Daltharee by Jeffrey Ford Jimmy by Pat Cadigan Prisoners of the Action by Paul McAuley and Kim Newman Declaring that short stories are the heart and soul of fantastical fiction, prolific and venerable editor Datlow collects 16 impressive original stories in this unthemed anthology. —Publishers Weekly The book emphasizes [Datlow's] embrace of the widest possible assortments of voices and ideas. —Booklist Datlow's keen eye for talent results in a sumptuous and engaging collection of narrative gems from speculative fiction's cutting edge —Booklist * *Previously published as The Del Rey Book of Science Fiction and Fantasy.