“The Greenway” by Susan Palwick – 3.8
Asimov’s Science Fiction, January/February 2026 In a post-apocalyptic world, Devona lives in what remains of Streamside settlement with her two young children, Lim (age 5) and baby Mira. A mysterious…
“Stay” by William Preston – 4.5
Asimov’s Science Fiction, January/February 2026 William Preston Larry is dying of cancer and has arranged for a robotic double to replace him as companion to his beloved tri-color hound, Charlie.…
Academic Review: William Preston’s “Stay” and the Ethics of Technological Grief – 4.5
Introduction William Preston’s “Stay,” published in the January/February 2026 issue of Asimov’s Science Fiction, represents a significant contribution to contemporary science fiction’s ongoing exploration of mortality, companionship, and the ethical…
Replacement Theory by Jack Skillingstead -3.6
Asimov’s Science Fiction, January/February 2026 Jack Skillingstead Tyler Dawson wakes up one morning to discover that his girlfriend Emma has transformed into a monster. Not just Emma—everywhere he looks, he…
Ecobomb by Alexander Jablokov – 3.9
Asimov’s Science Fiction, January/February 2026 Alexander Jablokov “Ecobomb” tells the story of Earth’s transformation by alien biological weapons and humanity’s eventual victory over an extraterrestrial invasion. The narrative unfolds through…
As Long as We’re Still Here, We Might as Well Dance” by Adam-Troy Castro – 2.7
Asimov’s Science Fiction, January/February 2026 Adam-Troy Castro This science fiction story chronicles the final day of Parkaja, a magnificent human city about to be conquered by the Nihilators—an alien race…
And We Shall Find Rest – 3.5
Summary of And We Shall Find Rest by James Sallis Summary of And We Shall Find Rest by James Sallis Asimov's Science Fiction, January/February 2026 A quiet apocalypse told through…
All My Birds – 2.9
Summary of All My Birds by K.A. Teryna Summary of All My Birds by K.A. Teryna Asimov's Science Fiction, January/February 2026 A surreal journey through grief, transformation, and the cost…
‘Brokeheart’ GPT… – 2.0
Summary of 'Brokeheart' GPT by Micaiah Johnson Summary of "'Brokeheart' GPT" or "A Superintelligent Being Reads Pat Rosal" by Micaiah Johnson The Sunday Morning Transport, January 4, 2026 A profound…
Sing – 2.5
Summary of Sing by Jules Bly Summary of Sing by Jules Bly Beneath Ceaseless Skies, Issue #448, January 8, 2026 A haunting tale of fate, free will, and the song…