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Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire: A Collection of Science Fiction Stories
Ms. Parekh's originality makes me want to laugh and sing and cry with joy - Goodreads Reviewer
Five profoundly peculiar short stories from the author of Unearthing Idyll
From an inquisitive time-travel tale to an enchanting steampunk adventure, each story in the collection features a different sci-fi sub-genre. In 'Allons-y!, ' an impulsive twenty-one-year-old is visited by her future self with an unusual request. In 'The Original Position, ' three spaceships debate whether to upload the Cultural Data onto the hive mind of their passengers before restarting their civilization. In 'Narrative Arc, ' an uninspired writer tumbles into a portal and finds herself on an airship around the solar system.
Full of wonder, surprises, and insights, the collection aims to stir the heart, mind, and imagination as it delves into the profound moments of confronting the unknown and exploring the only constant in life-change.
The mugs are steaming, the wood is crackling, and the boundless stars are shimmering above. Even the fire embers seem to hum with the secrets of the universe. So, gather around and take a seat. The cosmic campfire awaits.
Five profoundly peculiar short stories from the author of Unearthing Idyll
From an inquisitive time-travel tale to an enchanting steampunk adventure, each story in the collection features a different sci-fi sub-genre. In 'Allons-y!, ' an impulsive twenty-one-year-old is visited by her future self with an unusual request. In 'The Original Position, ' three spaceships debate whether to upload the Cultural Data onto the hive mind of their passengers before restarting their civilization. In 'Narrative Arc, ' an uninspired writer tumbles into a portal and finds herself on an airship around the solar system.
Full of wonder, surprises, and insights, the collection aims to stir the heart, mind, and imagination as it delves into the profound moments of confronting the unknown and exploring the only constant in life-change.
The mugs are steaming, the wood is crackling, and the boundless stars are shimmering above. Even the fire embers seem to hum with the secrets of the universe. So, gather around and take a seat. The cosmic campfire awaits.
- GenresScience Fiction
206 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 12, 2023
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About the author
Dhara Parekh
2 books28 followersA current resident of San Diego, Dhara considers herself a nomad. She was born in one town of India, raised in two, and then moved to eleven more on three different continents, collecting stories from around the world in her sack of brain meat.
She is a big sci-fi loving space-nerd. When her fingers aren’t prancing on the keyboard, she is learning about the next fresh interest she has stumbled upon or reading fiction in a painful position or nibbling on Wikipedia or finding hacks to understand humans. An alien on the pale blue dot converting her bizarre thoughts into Times New Roman.
She is a big sci-fi loving space-nerd. When her fingers aren’t prancing on the keyboard, she is learning about the next fresh interest she has stumbled upon or reading fiction in a painful position or nibbling on Wikipedia or finding hacks to understand humans. An alien on the pale blue dot converting her bizarre thoughts into Times New Roman.
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February 26, 2024
Arriving yesterday, this short story collection was magic. Spanning time travel, political science fiction, cyberpunk and virtual reality, it was difficult to accept that this book was the product of one mind and not a compilation of different people!
A joy to read, Ms. Parekh has used lucid language that doesn't make the reader feel intimidated. The simplicity of the language to describe the complexity of the stories is what made it possible for me to finish this book in one day. By the time I'd hit my stride, I was three stories in and feeling sad that one day, (and actually that day is going to be soon) I would have to pick this book up for the second time and not have the experience of reading it for the first time ever again.
Perhaps the most brilliant story was the last one called "Narrative Arc". Reminiscent of "Haroun and the Sea of Stories", this tale took not just the cake but the entire bakery.
Ms. Parekh's originality makes me want to laugh and sing and cry with joy. I strongly suggest that even if you aren't a science fiction reader, you pick up this book and take a seat at the Campfire for in this book, there's so much to experience!
I conclude by congratulatating Ms. Parekh on a phenomenal body of work and thank her for writing what has been one of the best reads of my life
A joy to read, Ms. Parekh has used lucid language that doesn't make the reader feel intimidated. The simplicity of the language to describe the complexity of the stories is what made it possible for me to finish this book in one day. By the time I'd hit my stride, I was three stories in and feeling sad that one day, (and actually that day is going to be soon) I would have to pick this book up for the second time and not have the experience of reading it for the first time ever again.
Perhaps the most brilliant story was the last one called "Narrative Arc". Reminiscent of "Haroun and the Sea of Stories", this tale took not just the cake but the entire bakery.
Ms. Parekh's originality makes me want to laugh and sing and cry with joy. I strongly suggest that even if you aren't a science fiction reader, you pick up this book and take a seat at the Campfire for in this book, there's so much to experience!
I conclude by congratulatating Ms. Parekh on a phenomenal body of work and thank her for writing what has been one of the best reads of my life
December 17, 2023
I loved Dhara Parekh's debut novel Unearthing Idyll and was lucky to receive an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. TASATCC is indeed a gourmet meal atop Eiffel tower as Dhara described it in her author's note at the end. A meal with so much diversity. Diversity not just in the sub-genres, but in characters, locations, worlds, situations, and emotions. What it reminded me the most of are those classic, pulp sci-fi stories, but these ones were filled with so much substance, and such rich characters, it made me forget everything else I've read before. I enjoyed all stories, but 'Are We There Yet?' and 'Narrative Arc' blew my mind the most.
I am so glad I took the 'advanced' seat at the campfire. It's a treat to watch a new, Indie author write two back to back masterpieces.
I am so glad I took the 'advanced' seat at the campfire. It's a treat to watch a new, Indie author write two back to back masterpieces.
December 21, 2023
In a splendid journey through the realms of science fiction, Dhara Parekh's "Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire" emerges as a beacon for sci-fi enthusiasts and casual readers alike. This collection of short stories, each exploring a unique sci-fi theme, is a testament to the genre's vast potential and Parekh's impressive storytelling prowess.
What makes this anthology stand out is its thematic diversity. Each story is a gateway into a different sub-genre, ensuring a delightful variety that caters to a broad spectrum of readers. Among these, 'Narrative Arc' particularly shines as a steampunk odyssey, weaving the tale of an author's adventure through their own imagination, captivating with its creativity and introspective depth.
Characterization is a crucial element in short stories, and Parekh excels in this regard. 'Allons-y!' is a prime example, where the main character's humorous, relatable, and engaging personality leaps off the page. Parekh's skill in crafting compelling characters within the constraints of a short story format is nothing short of remarkable.
World-building, often a challenging aspect in short stories, is handled with finesse. The settings are introduced and developed seamlessly, avoiding confusion without overwhelming the reader with information. The balance struck between setting the scene and advancing the narrative is commendable, making each story a complete and immersive experience.
Parekh's writing style is a blend of succinctness and richness. Her ability to convey detailed, vibrant worlds and emotions without resorting to over-elaboration speaks to her mastery of language and storytelling. Each tale, while brief, is a treasure trove of vivid imagery and thought-provoking moments.
'Game Transfer Phenomena' deserves a special mention for its thought-provoking narrative and emotional depth. Unlike stories with surprise endings, such as 'Are We There Yet', this story grips the mind with its profound themes and lingering impact.
In summary, "Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire" is a must-read, not just for sci-fi aficionados but for anyone looking to dive into a collection of engaging, thoughtfully crafted stories. Its ability to refresh and invigorate the reader's palate, especially after delving into longer, more complex novels, is a testament to Parekh's skill as a writer. This anthology is a vivid reminder of why we turn to science fiction: to explore the unknown, to confront change, and to be mesmerized by the limitless possibilities of the imagination.
What makes this anthology stand out is its thematic diversity. Each story is a gateway into a different sub-genre, ensuring a delightful variety that caters to a broad spectrum of readers. Among these, 'Narrative Arc' particularly shines as a steampunk odyssey, weaving the tale of an author's adventure through their own imagination, captivating with its creativity and introspective depth.
Characterization is a crucial element in short stories, and Parekh excels in this regard. 'Allons-y!' is a prime example, where the main character's humorous, relatable, and engaging personality leaps off the page. Parekh's skill in crafting compelling characters within the constraints of a short story format is nothing short of remarkable.
World-building, often a challenging aspect in short stories, is handled with finesse. The settings are introduced and developed seamlessly, avoiding confusion without overwhelming the reader with information. The balance struck between setting the scene and advancing the narrative is commendable, making each story a complete and immersive experience.
Parekh's writing style is a blend of succinctness and richness. Her ability to convey detailed, vibrant worlds and emotions without resorting to over-elaboration speaks to her mastery of language and storytelling. Each tale, while brief, is a treasure trove of vivid imagery and thought-provoking moments.
'Game Transfer Phenomena' deserves a special mention for its thought-provoking narrative and emotional depth. Unlike stories with surprise endings, such as 'Are We There Yet', this story grips the mind with its profound themes and lingering impact.
In summary, "Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire" is a must-read, not just for sci-fi aficionados but for anyone looking to dive into a collection of engaging, thoughtfully crafted stories. Its ability to refresh and invigorate the reader's palate, especially after delving into longer, more complex novels, is a testament to Parekh's skill as a writer. This anthology is a vivid reminder of why we turn to science fiction: to explore the unknown, to confront change, and to be mesmerized by the limitless possibilities of the imagination.
April 24, 2024
Honestly, it’s painfully mediocre. As an avid reader and one always looking for new stories to tickle that itch, so much of this read as stories that would have been better suited in the era of emerging science fiction. Most stories just felt like something I’d read before and failed to engage me.
May 20, 2024
I had the pleasure of meeting the author of this book at my local Renaissance Faire last month, and her passion for writing was clear when talking to her. That same passion was present in every page of Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire; it's just a shame that I didn't connect with the book more.
I'll start with what I really liked about the book. As a science fiction enthusiast, I enjoyed the grab-bag of subgenres contained in the short stories of this book, spanning from time travel to generation ships to steampunk adventures. I also really loved the injections of Gujarati culture into many of the stories - they added a personal flair and representation that was a treat to read. I also think that the author really excels at writing about discussions of philosophy and ethical/moral dilemmas. The moments when characters slowed down to just speak about the problems in front of them were my favorite parts of these short stories.
What held me back from really connecting with this book is that it is decidedly soft science fiction, to a degree that it was almost distracting to me. I will concede that I do tend to gravitate more towards hard science fiction, so this very well could be a me problem. While the author did excel in those aforementioned discussions of philosophy, it seemed like the sci-fi aspects of each story almost took a backdrop to act more as a vector to facilitate those conversations. Which on one hand is a perfectly valid way to move a story along, but I could help but get caught on wanting more explorations about *how* these sci-fi aspects actually worked.
To use an example from the book, one story (one of my favorites in the collection) followed three generation ships hauling colonies of humans in cryosleep, discussing whether or not they should restore their humans' memories upon delivering them to their destination. A very interesting premise, but one that I think was held back by a lack of scale. These ships were hauling entire colonies of people presumably meant to continue the human race, and yet the ships were described as only being two stories tall, and small enough to fly around the planet at ease. I think that the story could have benefitted from scaling itself up - instead of having the ships be these small things presumably only hauling a few hundred humans, size them up until they're these city-sized structures orbiting the planet hauling hundreds of thousands of humans. At least from my hard sci-fi bias, I feel like putting just a little more focus on the technical aspects of the science fiction in these stories would really add to the settings and keep them from distracting from the real meat of the stories, which are their philosophical discussions.
So to round it all out, I think this author really does have a talent for writing about philosophy, and her ability to bring a unique cultural perspective to her work makes them a treat to digest. But I think that this book would have really benefitted from a little more development on the hard science in the background, just to flesh out each setting a little better. While the interpersonal moments and discussions were a treat to read, I often found myself distracted from them when I was trying to wrap my head around the very soft sci-fi happening around them.
I'll start with what I really liked about the book. As a science fiction enthusiast, I enjoyed the grab-bag of subgenres contained in the short stories of this book, spanning from time travel to generation ships to steampunk adventures. I also really loved the injections of Gujarati culture into many of the stories - they added a personal flair and representation that was a treat to read. I also think that the author really excels at writing about discussions of philosophy and ethical/moral dilemmas. The moments when characters slowed down to just speak about the problems in front of them were my favorite parts of these short stories.
What held me back from really connecting with this book is that it is decidedly soft science fiction, to a degree that it was almost distracting to me. I will concede that I do tend to gravitate more towards hard science fiction, so this very well could be a me problem. While the author did excel in those aforementioned discussions of philosophy, it seemed like the sci-fi aspects of each story almost took a backdrop to act more as a vector to facilitate those conversations. Which on one hand is a perfectly valid way to move a story along, but I could help but get caught on wanting more explorations about *how* these sci-fi aspects actually worked.
To use an example from the book, one story (one of my favorites in the collection) followed three generation ships hauling colonies of humans in cryosleep, discussing whether or not they should restore their humans' memories upon delivering them to their destination. A very interesting premise, but one that I think was held back by a lack of scale. These ships were hauling entire colonies of people presumably meant to continue the human race, and yet the ships were described as only being two stories tall, and small enough to fly around the planet at ease. I think that the story could have benefitted from scaling itself up - instead of having the ships be these small things presumably only hauling a few hundred humans, size them up until they're these city-sized structures orbiting the planet hauling hundreds of thousands of humans. At least from my hard sci-fi bias, I feel like putting just a little more focus on the technical aspects of the science fiction in these stories would really add to the settings and keep them from distracting from the real meat of the stories, which are their philosophical discussions.
So to round it all out, I think this author really does have a talent for writing about philosophy, and her ability to bring a unique cultural perspective to her work makes them a treat to digest. But I think that this book would have really benefitted from a little more development on the hard science in the background, just to flesh out each setting a little better. While the interpersonal moments and discussions were a treat to read, I often found myself distracted from them when I was trying to wrap my head around the very soft sci-fi happening around them.
October 22, 2024
I'll start by saying that I really *wanted* to like this collection. The author and I share favorite science fiction writers (Wells, Chiang, etc.), I was looking for a new science fiction collection to read, and I thought a voice coming from Indian culture would be interesting given the lack of science fiction writers from this culture - so I picked up her book at a local book fair and was excited to read it.
Reading this was like pulling teeth. I wanted to stop halfway through, but forced myself to finish. The stories were cliche, derivative, and written in a very juvenile tone (with such lines as "I've been a badass spaceship"), and the cultural elements were limited to mentions of Indian food and dress - easily replaced with food and dress from any culture to the same effect. The "philosophy" was puerile, the science non-existent.
I'm assuming this was written for adults and am reviewing as such, but this would have worked marginally better as a book aimed at middle schoolers. Maybe a rebranding is in order?
Allons-y!: 2/5 - a cliche "meeting a time traveler" story with nothing original beyond mentions of Indian food.
Are We There Yet?: 2/5 - a cliche "relocation to a new planet after invasion" story. I'll give you 3 guesses as to what the new planet is.
Game Transfer Phenomena: 2.5/5 - A woman's husband dies, he worked for a company that makes AIs resembling lost loved ones, but hates it and belongs to an organization that helps people deal with grief without AI aid. So of course the widow flippantly decides to get the AI. Guess what happens.
The Original Position: 2/5 - if you enjoy long and tedious repetition of the same argument in 15 different ways, you'll love this one.
Narrative Arc: 3.5/5 - the best in the lot, probably because the author was writing about herself trying to write and gets into one of her own space steampunk adventure daydreams (so it's the most original). This one would make an okay kid's story and was kind of fun.
Overall, I'm pretty disappointed and fairly shocked by the positive reviews. If the author wants to write full time, realistically, I'd suggest changing the target audience to preteens/young teens and maybe taking a few writing classes.
Reading this was like pulling teeth. I wanted to stop halfway through, but forced myself to finish. The stories were cliche, derivative, and written in a very juvenile tone (with such lines as "I've been a badass spaceship"), and the cultural elements were limited to mentions of Indian food and dress - easily replaced with food and dress from any culture to the same effect. The "philosophy" was puerile, the science non-existent.
I'm assuming this was written for adults and am reviewing as such, but this would have worked marginally better as a book aimed at middle schoolers. Maybe a rebranding is in order?
Allons-y!: 2/5 - a cliche "meeting a time traveler" story with nothing original beyond mentions of Indian food.
Are We There Yet?: 2/5 - a cliche "relocation to a new planet after invasion" story. I'll give you 3 guesses as to what the new planet is.
Game Transfer Phenomena: 2.5/5 - A woman's husband dies, he worked for a company that makes AIs resembling lost loved ones, but hates it and belongs to an organization that helps people deal with grief without AI aid. So of course the widow flippantly decides to get the AI. Guess what happens.
The Original Position: 2/5 - if you enjoy long and tedious repetition of the same argument in 15 different ways, you'll love this one.
Narrative Arc: 3.5/5 - the best in the lot, probably because the author was writing about herself trying to write and gets into one of her own space steampunk adventure daydreams (so it's the most original). This one would make an okay kid's story and was kind of fun.
Overall, I'm pretty disappointed and fairly shocked by the positive reviews. If the author wants to write full time, realistically, I'd suggest changing the target audience to preteens/young teens and maybe taking a few writing classes.
February 21, 2026
I came across "Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire" (from here on to be referred to as TASATCC) at a street fair in Encinitas where Dhara, H.D. Scott, and Bryan Cantrell (all local San Diego authors) had a booth setup. Being unfamiliar with Dhara's writing, I picked up the shorter of the two books she had in the booth (TASATCC).
TASATCC is a collection of several short stories, which was already strike one for me. I'm not super-fond of short stories because I generally feel unsatisfied when they end. I feel like the time I've invested getting to know the characters and understanding the premise of the story (something that can take a while in a speculative fiction story) and I understand what's going on and who everyone is, the story ends.
That said, I did enjoy the stories in TASATCC. The intro (which is what the collection's title is derived from) was a little unusual, but was also a creative introduction to the stories. As most authors do, when writing fiction, Dhara often seemed to put herself into the story as the protagonist. I don't know Dhara well (or at all, really - everything I know was from a 30 second conversation at her booth and from her brief Author's Note), so I base this assumption on the very little I do know, but it feels true. And while all of the ideas in the stories may not have been completely original (but who among us can really create anything without being influenced by the things we've read, heard, or seen?), they were very interesting conceptually and got me thinking - which is the most I hope for when reading an engaging story: that it makes me think.
I hate to share spoilers, but I'm going to anyway - here is a super-high-level summary of each of the stories:
1) The futility of time travel
2) A sadly misinformed alien migration
3) The danger of virtual resurrection
4) AI's endgame
5) A revelatory writer's block dream sequence
I'm looking forward to finding Dhara again at her next signing event and picking up a copy of her full-length novel, "Unearthing idyll". And maybe talking to her for more than 30 seconds next time.
TASATCC is a collection of several short stories, which was already strike one for me. I'm not super-fond of short stories because I generally feel unsatisfied when they end. I feel like the time I've invested getting to know the characters and understanding the premise of the story (something that can take a while in a speculative fiction story) and I understand what's going on and who everyone is, the story ends.
That said, I did enjoy the stories in TASATCC. The intro (which is what the collection's title is derived from) was a little unusual, but was also a creative introduction to the stories. As most authors do, when writing fiction, Dhara often seemed to put herself into the story as the protagonist. I don't know Dhara well (or at all, really - everything I know was from a 30 second conversation at her booth and from her brief Author's Note), so I base this assumption on the very little I do know, but it feels true. And while all of the ideas in the stories may not have been completely original (but who among us can really create anything without being influenced by the things we've read, heard, or seen?), they were very interesting conceptually and got me thinking - which is the most I hope for when reading an engaging story: that it makes me think.
I hate to share spoilers, but I'm going to anyway - here is a super-high-level summary of each of the stories:
1) The futility of time travel
2) A sadly misinformed alien migration
3) The danger of virtual resurrection
4) AI's endgame
5) A revelatory writer's block dream sequence
I'm looking forward to finding Dhara again at her next signing event and picking up a copy of her full-length novel, "Unearthing idyll". And maybe talking to her for more than 30 seconds next time.
October 28, 2024
“The best stories are buried within you. You need to live them to write them.”
‘Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire’ is a collection of science fiction stories taking you on a voyage through the unknown and the unexplored. Each sci-fi is a unique adventure in itself, keeping you hooked till the very end.
The book is collection of short stories, each exploring a different sub-genre of sci-fi. From time travel to AI & Augmented reality. From futuristic space travel to a steampunk adventure through the solar system, this book has a different 'flavour' of Sci-fi in each story. Each story is well researched and diverse not just in sub genre but also in tone and theme of the story. The world building is excellent, capturing the futuristic setting really well.
What sets the stories apart is the addition of a human element to each of the stories. From an woman's love for her partner or a father worried about her daughter's future In a distant world, or a author's flights of fancy in search from inspiration. The realistic characters add an emotional depth to the stories. The central theme of each story raises an important issue that linger in your mind long after the story is over.
Overall, ‘Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire’ is an engrossing collection of thoughtful stories that will appeal to not just sci-fi readers but everyone.
‘Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire’ is a collection of science fiction stories taking you on a voyage through the unknown and the unexplored. Each sci-fi is a unique adventure in itself, keeping you hooked till the very end.
The book is collection of short stories, each exploring a different sub-genre of sci-fi. From time travel to AI & Augmented reality. From futuristic space travel to a steampunk adventure through the solar system, this book has a different 'flavour' of Sci-fi in each story. Each story is well researched and diverse not just in sub genre but also in tone and theme of the story. The world building is excellent, capturing the futuristic setting really well.
What sets the stories apart is the addition of a human element to each of the stories. From an woman's love for her partner or a father worried about her daughter's future In a distant world, or a author's flights of fancy in search from inspiration. The realistic characters add an emotional depth to the stories. The central theme of each story raises an important issue that linger in your mind long after the story is over.
Overall, ‘Take a Seat at the Cosmic Campfire’ is an engrossing collection of thoughtful stories that will appeal to not just sci-fi readers but everyone.
January 3, 2024
I'm gonna start of by saying that the beginning of this book is so cosy!
Take A Seat at the Cosmic Campfire is a collection of five short stories that use science fiction as a vessel to explore the human experience.
The end of every story has left me, the reader, with questions or anticipation about the characters' futures, mostly because these characters are a portrayal of humanity at large. What do you do when your partner dies? What is the accepted way of handling grief and what's not? How much damage has the human race done on the planet? What is love and how do we define healthy boundaries in relationships?
Finally, this book asks one of the questions that is currently at the back of everyone's mind "how will AI impact how people live their lives, how they experience major events in their lives?"
The only downside of the book comes when there's too much description of new scientific elements going on. This may deter readers who are new to science fiction, such as myself. Other than that, the book is brilliant.
Thank you so much to the writer, Dhara Parekh, for giving me an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
Take A Seat at the Cosmic Campfire is a collection of five short stories that use science fiction as a vessel to explore the human experience.
The end of every story has left me, the reader, with questions or anticipation about the characters' futures, mostly because these characters are a portrayal of humanity at large. What do you do when your partner dies? What is the accepted way of handling grief and what's not? How much damage has the human race done on the planet? What is love and how do we define healthy boundaries in relationships?
Finally, this book asks one of the questions that is currently at the back of everyone's mind "how will AI impact how people live their lives, how they experience major events in their lives?"
The only downside of the book comes when there's too much description of new scientific elements going on. This may deter readers who are new to science fiction, such as myself. Other than that, the book is brilliant.
Thank you so much to the writer, Dhara Parekh, for giving me an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
May 2, 2024
This book was so good! I haven't read much sci-fi in my time so this was such a comforting beginning into exploring a new genre.
every story covered a topic that felt important, like finding your way through grief and having to talk a child through leaving everything behind for something better.
Every story left me with a smile on my face, they were comforting and warm, and every time I needed to put this book down I yearned to pick it right back up again.
Overall, it was so beautifully written and definitely did not bring me to tears once or twice (wink wink)
every story covered a topic that felt important, like finding your way through grief and having to talk a child through leaving everything behind for something better.
Every story left me with a smile on my face, they were comforting and warm, and every time I needed to put this book down I yearned to pick it right back up again.
Overall, it was so beautifully written and definitely did not bring me to tears once or twice (wink wink)
March 27, 2026
I absolutely love this author’s writing. Her perspective and the way she seamlessly weaves science fiction with a literary touch, always leaves me feeling both intellectually satisfied and thoroughly entertained.
This collection of short stories spans a wide range of sci-fi subgenres, including two of my personal favorites: time travel and steampunk. Each story feels distinct, yet they all carry her signature voice and thoughtful storytelling.
This is a must-read collection from a truly talented storyteller.
This collection of short stories spans a wide range of sci-fi subgenres, including two of my personal favorites: time travel and steampunk. Each story feels distinct, yet they all carry her signature voice and thoughtful storytelling.
This is a must-read collection from a truly talented storyteller.
December 17, 2023
Who would have thought we'd be reading a time-travel story about dal-chawal! This collection brings a much needed voice and perspective in the speculative space.
January 23, 2024
Allons-y was probably the coziest read for me. I really liked the premise and execution. I enjoyed how many deep and thought-provoking themes this sci-fi collection had.
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