Future Fiction: New Dimensions in International Science Fiction

by Bill Campbell (Editor), Carlos Hernandez, James Patrick Kelly

In its brief existence, Rosarium Publishing has worked hard in “introducing the world to itself” through groundbreaking, award-winning science fiction and comics. In combing the planet to find the best in each field, Rosarium's own Bill Campbell has found a fellow spirit in Italian publisher, Francesco Verso. Borrowing from the fine tradition of American underground dance labels introducing international labels' music to the people back home, Rosarium brings to you Future Fiction: New Dimensions in International Science Fiction, a thrilling collection of innovative science fiction originally published by Francesco Verso's Italian company, Future Fiction. Here you will find thirteen incredible tales from all around the globe that will not only introduce you to worlds you may not be familiar with but also expand your horizons and the horizons of the science fiction field itself.

Genres: Science Fiction, Short Stories, Anthologies

310 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2018

About the author

Bill Campbell is a native Pittsburgher. Throughout his varied and illustrious career, he has done everything from assembling Christmas toys in Cleveland; loading trucks, bookkeeping, and being an AmeriCorps volunteer in Atlanta; coordinating an elementary school literacy program in D.C. to teaching English as a second language in the Czech Republic. He's also the former publisher of the independent magazine, Contraband, and the music trade magazine, CD Revolutions.

Bill came out with Sunshine Patriots, a semi-satirical, military sf novel, back in 2004. My Booty Novel, which he likes to call "fluff for nerds," came out in 2007. His new book, Pop Culture: Politics, Puns, and "Poohbutt" from a Liberal Stay-at-Home Dad was released in September, 2010.



Bill lives in Washington, DC, where he has worked as a music critic for www.ink19.com and currently works for a company that produces books for the blind for the Library of Congress.

Reviews

[Kalin]

All translations in this anthology were excellent. In terms of content, I liked some of the stories, and the ones that disturbed me, I skimmed over.

Here're the stories I enjoyed most:

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[Μιχάλης Μανωλιός · Rating 4 out of 5]

(Review by one of the authors)

I liked this book and I'm honored that one of my stories is included in it, along with fresh science fiction stories from all over the world.
A few favorites in specific aspects:
Best writing: "Citizen Komarova Finds Love", by Ekaterina Sedia. By far.
Idea I liked most: "HOSTBODS", by T.L. Huchu.
Most weird stories: "What Lies Dormant", by Swapna Kishore, and "Creative Surgery", by Clelia Farris.
Most nightmarish and close to present idea: "Grey Noise", by Pepe Rojo.
Most impressive and mature story (and the longest one, to be fair): "Proposition 23", by Efe Tokunbo.

All in all, a very worth reading anthology, full of fresh insights on the genre, intriguing ideas and competitivie writing. Many thanks to Francesco Verso and Bill Campbell for their tireless work on international science fiction.

[Luca · Rating 4 out of 5]

I could read an ARC of this book thanks to Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review.
This anthology collects the best short fiction published in Italy by the editor Future Fiction and it displays authors from all over the world.
You can immediately perceive and compare the vast range of different sensitivities and matters dealt with by the authors: caregiving robots, maternity and teleportation, home automation and even the mating of giant pandas among the others.
The quality of these stories is very high but my favourite one (and by far) was "Proposition 23" by Efe Tokunbo for both the writing and the worldbuilding, a dystopia you will remember about and I can't wait to read more from this author.
Just read it!

[Ransom · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked this book up at the 2019 Small Press Expo in Bethesda and finally got around to reading it, and I’m glad I finally did.

Most of the stories skewed slightly dystopian, but the shreds of hope were much appreciated in these times of Covid...

For me, the three standouts were Xia Jia’s “Tongtong’s Summer” for its sweetness and simplicity, Clelia Farris’s “Creative Surgery” for its bizarre audacity, and James Patrick Kelly’s “Bernardo’s House” for its unsettling dynamics.

The quality of most of the stories is high, and they each contain moments that are truly indelible. Highly recommended.

[brooke · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received this from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

A really good collection of short science fiction stories. I enjoyed all of the stories in this collection - my favorite was Grey Noise by Pepe Rojo, which is really a fantastic story. It was apparently published in 1996, which is kinda astonishing. I'd recommend this book for just this story alone, and all the other stories in this collection are great as well. Definitely recommend it for fans of science fiction.

[Alvaro Zinos-Amaro · Rating 3 out of 5]

Review forthcoming

[Misha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short stories, so uneven, but the first and last are fantastic and there are many good ones in between.

[Renae Moore · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are some very well-crafted, inventive, and thought-provoking stories in this collection. Perfect short reads for fans of genre and anyone looking to find their way into new worlds.

[Patrick · Rating 4 out of 5]

Future Fiction is a fun anthology of stories written by writers from a variety of backgrounds and countries, with each story different from the next, it will keep you well entertained.

[Excelrn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Future Fiction, anthology
I don't usually enjoy short stories on a regular basis as I prefer stories that keep me involved for long periods. Future Fiction, however, is an anthology filled with intriguing ideas of what the future might look like, and what that might mean for individuals in the future. The diversity of culture found in this book also played a part in keeping my interest. I would recommend this book for mature teens and up, for those who like to think out of the box.

I was provided with a copy of this book via Netgalley without obligations; thank you!