The line-up for the April, 2009 Issue of the Bards and Sages Quarterly!
Vita Nova Ex Stellis Veniet, by Alphonso Warden
Tom Matthews has seen a lot of things as a detective for the Boulder police, but when his latest case involves a radioactive victim and an acid-throwing murderer he isn't prepared for what is to come. Part I of a new serialized tale in the spirit of Lovecraft.
Illusionary is the Hedgehog's Strength: An Allegory, by KJ Hannah Greenberg
A fierce hedgehog. A confused rabbit. And a charming tale of mistaken identity.
Bad Magic, Doug McIntire
A would-be warlock learns the importance of following directions.
The Long Lost Act VI of Macbeth, by Hank Quense
Find out what happened to the (very, very) Weird Sisters after the events of MacBeth played out.
Gifts Not Asked For, by Eugie Foster
In Part I of this serialized tale, two sisters seeking a reprieve from the winter weather at an inn called the Horned Rabbit find themselves caught up in an unexpected battle with witch hunters.
When a Body Loves a Body, by Dawn Allison
An abused wife makes a startling discovery with devastating consequences.
Walking the Dog, Ian Whates
A bittersweet tale of a man, his faithful companion, and things often taken for granted.
A Sprinkle in Time, Glenn Gillette
What do you do when your future comes back to haunt you?
Fresh Produce, Aaron Polson
A drive along a country road takes a bizarre turn after a casual stop at a roadside produce stand.
The Ring and Finger Women, by Deborah Walker
A widow looking for comfort after the death of her husband finds herself in possession of a curious artifact with unforeseen powers.
Scarechild, by Benjamin Farthing
A father discovers a terrifying secret in a neighbor's cornfield.
Wake-Up Call, by Donald Norum
The world's first Cryonic Man wakes up to discover that the more things change, the more they stay the same.
Hair and Graces, Part II, by William Meikle
Gwynne's search for information regarding the mysterious Dubh Sithe puts her on a collision course with a powerful noble with plenty of secrets he'd rather keep hidden. Part II of the four part serial.
PLUS! Original artwork by Marge Simons, author Gregory Bernard Banks talks about how to craft a compelling story, and a book review of Zoe E. Whitten's final book in her Campaign Trilogy: Redemption Lost!
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