L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future, Vol. 24 [Mass Market Paperback]

L. Ron Hubbard (Author), Algis Budrys (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 8, 2008

Enter 13 spectacular new worlds of imagination and the fantastic! The best new science fiction and fantasy of the year! (2008)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

This latest collection of thirteen science-fiction and fantasy stories from novice authors upholds the high standards set by previous volumes in the series. In Erin Cashier's compelling post-apocalyptic tale "Cruciger," 30 WC Planet Builder Duxa, an intelligent spacecraft, undertakes a mission to recreate humanity on a terra-formed world after a plague destroys nearly all human life on Earth. Duxa's struggle to accomplish her mission is a sophisticated exploration of morality and faith. Kim A. Gillett's beautifully written "The Bird Reader's Granddaughter," a narrative of prophecy and fate, follows teenager Catia as she tries to learn the seer's craft from her grandmother. Based on these efforts, fans of the fantasy genre need not worry about an infusion of fresh blood; readers can expect more gripping, imaginative creations from these authors, and others represented in this volume, in the future.
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"A very generous legacy from L. Ron Hubbard—a fine, fine fiction writer—for the writers of the future."
—Anne McCaffrey, Author

"Writers of the Future is a terrific program for new writers, and goodness knows, there are few enough of those. It has my heartiest support and unqualified recommendation."
—Terry Brooks, Author

"The Writers of the Future Contest has not only provided a place where new writers could break into print for the first time—but it also has a record of nurturing and discovering writers who have gone on to make their mark in the science fiction field. Long may it continue!"
—Neil Gaiman, Author

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 526 pages
• Publisher: Galaxy Press; New Edition edition (September 8, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592123740
• ISBN-13: 978-1592123742
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,032,922 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The American Idol of Sci-Fi, April 30, 2009

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This review is from: L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future, Vol. 24 (Mass Market Paperback)

It takes aspiring writers a great deal of skill and persistence to get past the four judges (all of whom are notable authors) and it shows in the high quality of the stories. An engaging read from the first to the last. My personal favorite was newcomer, Al Bogden's, The Girl who Whispered Beauty, which is set in a future where everything is different, except the harshness of human nature. It is hard not to tip your hat to Ian McHugh for showing off his mad skills in Bitter Dreams, a twist on Zombies that will leave you paying more attention to your own shadow than you did before. J.D.Everyhope is every bit as talented as she is beautiful, which is saying something and she does not disappoint in Circuit, a story about a conscious reference books passage through time into an ever wiser, ever narrower future. A harrowing experience when you are filled with all the broad minded and controversial works of all the greats. I could go on but rest assured there is not a bad one among them. Well worth the price of a fast food meal, and better for you.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thirteen of the best tales from the Writers of the Future international writers' program, March 17, 2009

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This review is from: L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future, Vol. 24 (Mass Market Paperback)

Looking for a way in to publishing your fiction/fantasy writing? L. Ron Hubbard presents Volume XXIV. Thirteen of the best tales from the Writers of the Future international writers' program with essays on writing and illustration by L. Ron Hubbard, Rebecca Moesta and Cliff Nielsen. Read these delightful tales the will spark your imagination and take you into unbelievable worlds. After reading these colorful tales, enter into the contest and you could become one of the writers of the future in the next volume. Recommended for fiction/fantasy enthusiasts.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great collection, September 28, 2009

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This review is from: L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future, Vol. 24 (Mass Market Paperback)

Once more the Writers of the Future contest delivers a great anthology with many interesting and very well written stories. I enjoyed this collection a lot and only one or two stories missed the rhythm (impressive for a long collection like this). Would recommend.