Editor’s Note

that states we are not accepting submissions at this time because of systems maintenance. Come June, we will enter our 12th year of publishing (Woohooh!!) and yet we have never changed our system of running and functioning. Yes, there have been updates over the years and we have done our best to keep abreast of the vastly - and quicklychanging landscape, but we haven’t actually done an overhaul, and it is time. The problem is, we just don’t have the means to do the work that is necessary unless we pause all the new incoming long enough to dig in!

SO… please be patient with us as we work to navigate, update, innovate, and improve your experience with us. We absolutely adore every single one of you and NEVER take your support - and patience - for granted! Please keep checking in, however, no changes take forever!

If you are a reader, I’m sure it has been hard not to notice all the hoopla over the big reader voting round of the RONE awards that is going full guns this month (I hope you are voting!) If you are an author, you may have noticed a never before seen notice on our website - specifically on our review submissions page

Paul Stansfield

Paul was born and raised in New Jersey, and works as a field archaeologist. When he's not digging in the dirt, he enjoys writing, especially horror tales. He's had stories published in numerous magazines. He also has stories in three horror anthologies which are currently available--"Undead Living","Coming Back" and "Creature Stew". He enjoys tennis, craft beer, and stories told from the perspective of claustrophobic tapeworms.

Maria V. Snyder

Maria V. Snyder started her career as a meteorologist, only to find herself writing her New York Times Bestselling Study Series, which in turn gave way to many more chart-topping book series and a number of hobbies and experiences in the name of research, from glass blowing to fencing to Karate to travel. This remarkable author has visited all 7 continents and 71 countries so far! On top of other hobbies such as volleyball, photography, reading, and cello, she is writing several amazing series from fantasy to sci-fi.

Julie L. York

Julie is an author, editor, and momthough not always in that order. She also teaches English to adult and incarcerated students. She was was born and raised in the East Bay Area, California, graduated with a B.A. in English, minoring in Business Computers... got married and had children. Then she completed a Masters of Fine Arts in Media Design. Oh, and did she mention she is a voracious reader? Thanks to iBooks and the Kindle App, Julie has consumed thousands of eBooks and claims reading is her first love.

S.L. Carpenter

A lifetime Californian, Scott Carpenter lives the ordinary life of a husband and father. Humor has always played a large role in his life, and he enjoys making people smile. His stories range from the outright absurd to the deeply poignant, and his mastery of the short story format is undeniable. If asked, he'll describe himself as just another guy. His many fans will tell you that his writing paints quite a different picture.

Tamara Cribley

Tamara Cribley is a self-professed formatting junkie who believes beautiful books don't happen by chance. Having worked as a Commercial Photographer, Graphic Artist, and Art Director, Tamara’s unique skills enable her to put together classy and professional books that keep the reader focused on the story. She resides in Colorado where she gives back to her community by being an active Search and Rescue volunteer, and in her free time enjoys reading, gardening, and exploring with the dog.