Apex Magazine, Issue 16, September 2010

In the sixteenth issue of a captivating anthology, readers are invited into a realm where dark science fiction, chilling horror, and haunting fantasy converge. Featuring a lineup of well-known authors, this collection showcases their unique storytelling prowess. The issue opens with “L'esprit de L'escalier,” drawing readers in with its clever twists and emotional depth.

Each tale pulls at the heartstrings while conjuring unsettling imagery, ensuring readers are left pondering long after they’ve turned the last page. Catherynne M. Valente and her peers craft narratives that are as thought-provoking as they are engaging, blending the eerie with the extraordinary.

With a focus on the complexities of human experience, this issue captures the imagination and raises questions about reality and the unknown. For anyone keen on diving into the darker side of speculative fiction, this anthology offers a gripping journey you won’t want to miss.