Join me for a trip around the world, from China to Nigeria, Luxembourg to the outer reaches of space. Hello – and welcome to the eighth annual World SF bundle! Can you believe we're still here?

Things are definitely looking bleak everywhere you turn, which is why literature matters more than ever. What better way is there to reach across languages and cultures then to experience the stories people tell? The language of science fiction and fantasy is universal, and here I tried to bring together a group of remarkable writers from all corners of the world.

I derive a lot of pleasure from doing these bundles, introducing readers to books and authors new to them, and knowing that your support for this bundle has a direct impact on the authors and publishers themselves. And in a time of conglomerates and monopolies, there is something special about using an independent platform to support independent publishers who are doing vital work. At least, I'd like to think so!

But enough ceremonising. Fire up those e-readers! Ready the mind-nets to capture the dream-volleys heading your way! There is something here for everyone, and I hope you enjoy these as much as I did!

– Lavie Tidhar