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Writers & Illustrators of the Future
Writers & Illustrators of the Future
“This hefty, competent anthology showcases 12 consistently solid short stories, each accompanied by a full-color illustration. A worthwhile survey of new voices in the field, rounded out with four stories from established authors and three essays on craft. Genre enthusiasts should take note.” —Publishers Weekly
Featuring:
24 Award-winning Short Stories and Illustrations
Four bonus short stories by:
L. Ron Hubbard • Katherine Kurtz • Jody Lynn Nye • Nnedi Okorafor
Art and writing tips by:
Echo Chernik • David Farland • L. Ron Hubbard • Mike Perkins • Sean Williams
Edited by: David Farland
16-page color Gallery of Artwork
Cover art by: Echo Chernik
Grades 9-up • Lexile 860 • GRL Z+
“Writers of the Future has my heartiest support and unqualified recommendation.”
—Terry Brooks
“Science fiction as a genre has always looked to the future and the Writers of the Future looks to the future of science fiction.”
—Kevin J. Anderson
Each year, the Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests’ panel of blue-ribbon judges search the world to discover and introduce to you the very best new talent in science fiction and fantasy.
Featuring:
24 Award-Winning Short Stories and Illustrations
Three short stories from authors:
L. Ron Hubbard • Dean Wesley Smith • Rebecca Moesta
Art and writing tips by:
L. Ron Hubbard • Mike Resnick • Rob Prior • Echo Chernik
16-page color gallery of artwork
Cover art by: Bob Eggelton
Grades 9-up • Lexile 840 • GRL Z+
“There’s only one reason to pick up Writers of the Future, and that’s because the stories are wonderful.”
—Orson Scott Card
“It really does help the best rise to the top.”
—Brandon Sanderson