<b>Bestselling Anthology of Award-Winning Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Stories</b><br/><br/>Internationally acclaimed bestselling anthology of award-winning science fiction and fantasy short stories.<br/><br/>24 Award-Winning Sci-Fi and Fantasy Authors and Illustrators<br/><br/>Accompanied by <b>Dean Wesley Smith, Rebecca Moesta, Mike Resnick, Rob Prior</b> and <b>Echo Chernik</b> and Edited by <b>David Farland</b><br/><br/><b>The 35th collection of winners of the Writers and Illustrators of the Future competition features expertly crafted stories and art, spanning the gamut from hard core sci-fi to epic fantasy.</B> Stories so fresh and new, they're 5-10 years ahead of the curve-the future is literally here and now.<br/><br/>Each year, the Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests' blue-ribbon judges search the world to discover and introduce to you the very best new talent in sci-fi and fantasy.<br/><br/>Created by L. Ron Hubbard, whose commitment to help new writers and artists gave rise to the annual Writers of the Future anthologies-a launching pad for writers and artists who are sure to command our attention for decades to come.<br/><br/><br/><b>Wondrous and powerful tales from some of the world's best new writers and illustrators.</b><br/>Learn how to write or improve your craft with tips from award-winning and bestselling author and editor Mike Resnick and<i> New York Times </i>bestselling author L. Ron Hubbard. Internationally renown artist, Rob Prior, shares tips of the trade for aspiring illustrators.