Book Description
A variety of themes is explored in this anthology of the best contemporary Australian fantasy writing. From Isobelle Carmody's tragic romantic style and Terry Dowling's complex and technical world to Damien Broderick's vision of multiple worlds and Carmel Bird's "genetic unconscious deciding factor," the writers included tell enthralling stories strengthened by imagination that extends beyond the boundaries of the concrete world.

About the Author
Peter McNamara is the cofounder of Aphelion Publications, a fantasy and science fiction magazine and book publisher. He has served on the panel of the Aurealis Awards competition, which recognizes the achievements of Australian science fiction, fantasy, and horror writers. Margaret Winch is a lecturer at South Australia's Institute of Technology. They are the coeditors of Alien Shores.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

A variety of themes is explored in this anthology of the best contemporary Australian fantasy writing. From Isobelle Carmody's tragic romantic style and Terry Dowling's complex and technical world to Damien Broderick's vision of multiple worlds and Carmel Bird's "genetic unconscious deciding factor," the writers included tell enthralling stories strengthened by imagination that extends beyond the boundaries of the concrete world.