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Speculative fiction and poetry, literary criticism, and interviews from award-winning Strange Horizons magazine, updated weekly on Mondays/Tuesdays. Find us online at strangehorizons.com

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In the first part of episode 5 of Writing While Disabled, Kristy Anne Cox and Kate Johnston discuss some adjustments they'd like to see at science fiction conventions that would help create a more inclusive experience for all science fiction writers ... more

In this episode of Strange Horizons at 25, Podcast Editor Kat Kourbeti sits down with long-time Strange Horizons contributor RB Lemberg for a conversation about their extensive work with the magazine, using poetry as a tool to refine short and long-f... more

In this episode of the Strange Horizons Fiction podcast, editor Michael Ireland presents B. Pladek's 'The Spindle of Necessity' read by Arden Fitzroy.

You can read the full text of the story, and more about B. Pladek ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... more

Celebrating 25 Years with The Strange Horizons Editorial Collective

In this special episode of Strange Horizons at 25, Senior Podcast Editor Kat Kourbeti and Editor Michael Ireland welcome current members of the Strange Horizons Editorial Collective... more

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Recent Guests

R.B. Lemberg
A queer, bigender immigrant from Ukraine and an author of speculative fiction and poetry
Episode: Writing the Diaspora Experience with R.B. Lemberg (SH@25 Episode 17)
Arturo Serrano
Proofreader at Strange Horizons.
Strange Horizons
Episode: Celebrating 25 Years - SH@25 Anniversary Issue Episode
Aisha Subramanian
Reviews editor at Strange Horizons.
Strange Horizons
Episode: Celebrating 25 Years - SH@25 Anniversary Issue Episode
Dan Hartland
Reviews editor at Strange Horizons.
Strange Horizons
Episode: Celebrating 25 Years - SH@25 Anniversary Issue Episode
Hebe Stanton
Fiction editor at Strange Horizons.
Strange Horizons
Episode: Celebrating 25 Years - SH@25 Anniversary Issue Episode
Romie Stott
Poetry editor and Administrative Editor at Strange Horizons.
Strange Horizons
Episode: Celebrating 25 Years - SH@25 Anniversary Issue Episode
Sneha Pathak
Literary reviewer and critic
Strange Horizons
Episode: Critical Friends Episode 15: On Time-Pass with Sneha Pathak and Tansy Gardam
Tansy Gardam
Host of Going Rogue, a film criticism podcast
Going Rogue
Episode: Critical Friends Episode 15: On Time-Pass with Sneha Pathak and Tansy Gardam
Debbie Urbanski
Author known for her debut novel and collection of stories.
Episode: On Artistic Honesty with Debbie Urbanski (SH@25 Episode 15)

Hosts

Kat Kourbeti
Host of the Strange Horizons podcast, engaging with authors and discussing themes relevant to speculative fiction.
Michael Ireland
Host of the Strange Horizons Fiction Podcast, providing readings and commentary on short stories within the speculative genre.
Dan Hartland
Host of Critical Friends, focusing on SFF reviewing and the discussion of overlooked literary works.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Great site for speculative fiction!

    Great site for speculative fiction! And all their stories and poems are available as podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gherkin Rick
    United States4 years ago
  • Nice site and podcastings

    Podchaser
    5
    pranita deshpande
    4 years ago
  • Inconsistent Stories, Inconsistent Narration, Inconsistent Language

    I’ve listed to Strange Horizons for years, and recently it’s declined. Or maybe the novelty of a fiction podcast has worn off and when compared to others, I’m just less impressed. The stories are sometimes good, sometimes not and there doesn’t seem to be a strong editorial hand. The narration switches between a set of what I assume are volunteers, and it ranges from decent to horrible; sometimes heavily accented, sometimes very poor audio quality. Recently they’ve also started doing narrations ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    w.eatherman
    United States5 years ago
  • Brilliant broadcast

    Cassini packets home so well expresses the wonderful enthusiasm of science and scientists. For a podcast to broadcast poems and such poems, thanks a bunch people, it is appreciated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hateindieantiscience
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Great stories, acceptable narration

    I love how the Strange Horizons editors choose high-quality stories from diverse authors and about diverse experiences. It's so much better to have this great mix of stories, instead of the boring same old, same old.

    And I love having no-advertisement listener supported free short story readings.

    Anaea Lay's narration is so-so. It's not bad, and it doesn't get in the way. Every story is read exactly like every other story, though, and it is sometimes hard to focus.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jguldi
    United States8 years ago

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Many enjoy the no-advertising format, allowing for an uninterrupted narrative experience.
Listeners appreciate the focus on diverse, high-quality speculative fiction and the insightful discussions surrounding it.
Critics note some inconsistencies in narration styles and audio quality across episodes, suggesting the need for improved production standards.

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Critical Friends Episode 16: Length and Breadth with Redfern Jon Barrett and Nileena Sunil
Q: How do we achieve that with shorter works that seem to need more?
By understanding and recognizing what each work sets out to do and accepting them on their own terms.
Critical Friends Episode 16: Length and Breadth with Redfern Jon Barrett and Nileena Sunil
Q: What was it about reading that book that just felt so uncontrolled?
It had a really compelling premise that wasn't fully unpacked, leading to disappointment.
Critical Friends Episode 14: Hard Times with Octavia Cade and M.L. Clark
Q: How do you view the role of speculative fiction in times of defeat?
Speculative fiction serves as a lens to re-examine our struggles and offers pathways toward understanding and resilience, despite the despair present in many narratives.
On Artistic Honesty with Debbie Urbanski (SH@25 Episode 15)
Q: What advice do you have for other writers facing challenges in publishing?
Urbanski encourages building a writing community and reaching out to other authors for support and guidance.
An Interview with Mary Robinette Kowal - SH@25 Ep13
Q: How has your approach to genre writing into the various lengths and formats, how has that evolved during your writing journey?
Kowal discusses initially having trouble with structure, but through her experiences, she has learned to chase emotional authenticity while writing.

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Content encompasses a diverse range of speculative fiction narratives, literary criticism, and in-depth interviews, engaging listeners in thought-provoking discussions around themes such as identity, societal issues, and the complexities of storytelling. Each episode uniquely combines storytelling with critique, catering to a wide audience interested in both artistic expression and genre exploration, thus providing a rich landscape for fans of speculative literature. A notable highlight is the focus on underrepresented voices and critical insights into literary trends that shape contemporary narratives, making it an essential listen for those seeking depth and diversity in fiction.

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