This was a banner year for me, publication-wise, substantially eclipsing any previous year. Almost a dozen of my stories were published, starting with one of my favorites, “Cupernicity“. If you’re thinking of awards, please start there, though of course I’d be happy for any of my stories to be considered.

“The Coping Saw”, Farthest Star Publishing , 18 Sep 2025, (13,480 words) ($)“The Water Dragons of Harney County”, Trollbreath , 1 September 2025, (5,800 words)“A Bird Afraid of Feathers”, HOP...