Put it on the page

We are working hard behind-the-scenes on the awesome August 2022 issue of Electric Spec.
I've been reading a lot of slush. A few times recently I've been quite confused about what happened in a story or what a story meant. I think in those cases, the author had a wonderful story in his/her mind but it didn't quite all make it to the page. In that case, unfortunately, we're going to pass on a story. You don't want to confuse your editors!
Luckily, this is an easy problem to solve. Have a friend, relative or writing partner read the story and then ask them: What happened? If your reader can't tell you, you probably need to put more on the page. (We've all been there.)
Good luck with putting it on the page!

Thank you, Submitters!

Wow! We continue to receive hundreds of submissions for each Electric Spec issue!
Thank you, Submitters!

We are working behind the scenes on slush and soon will really gear up for the awesome August 2022 issue. Stay tuned for more info.

SFWA Winners

The Science Fiction/Fantasy Writers of American (SFWA) is the premiere organization for SF/F writers. One of the best things about it is they pick the best writing of the year. This is awesome for readers! So, without further ado, here's the most recent batch of winners of the Nebula Awards:

• NEBULA AWARD FOR NOVEL
  A Master of Djinn, P. Djèlí Clark (Tordotcom; Orbit UK)
• NEBULA AWARD FOR NOVELLA
  And What Can We Offer You Tonight, Premee Mohamed (Neon Hemlock)
• NEBULA AWARD FOR NOVELETTE
  “O2 Arena”, Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki (Galaxy’s Edge 11/21)
• NEBULA AWARD FOR SHORT STORY
  “Where Oaken Hearts Do Gather”, Sarah Pinsker (Uncanny 3–4/21)
• THE ANDRE NORTON NEBULA AWARD FOR MIDDLE GRADE AND YOUNG ADULT FICTION
  A Snake Falls to Earth, Darcie Little Badger (Levine Querido)

Reading excellent fiction helps writers create excellent fiction! Enjoy!

What's Your Fave?

We are proud of our marvelous May 2022 issue of Electric Spec. What's your favorite story?

• "A River in the Desert" by LCW Allingham--A girl who grows up being trapped by others' expectations discovers a mysterious connection to her lost mother... and a forgotten truth.
• "U-Boat Grim" by Eric Wampler--In World War II, a German U-Boat is carrying something even more terrifying than Nazis.
• "Biofuels, Baby!" by C. M. Fields--When a space fuel researcher tries to do the right thing in an evil empire, her career takes her into uncharted territory.
• "Beyond All Known Parameters" by Mike Morgan--The legend of a fallen metal hero is the only weapon a captured warrior has left to wield.
• In our Editor's Corner, Associate Editor Bonnie Ramthun shares the horrifying tale "The Little Hitchhiker" --read it if you dare!

Check them out if you haven't already!