This is good to know, since I just ordered it. I think the
idea of
interelated stories is an interesting one that I would like
to see more
crime writers try, in order to grow the market for crime
short stories. It
never seems big enough. (Additional note: I was VERY glad to
see the Best
American Mystery Stories anthology begin.) As a creative
writing grad
student, I see quite a few fellow writers trying interelated
short stories
on literary subjects (ie, not much happ'nin'.), but I am much
more excited
about seeing it done in crime. But to me, it comes down to
the characters
rather than genre, anyway. And I like to see stuff happen.
Not just
precious, self-conscious whining about relationships gone
wrong.
As for where fans can find consistent crime shorts, I can
name about seven
American markets, maybe two British. For literary stuff,
about 200 various
journals. Little off balance? Isn't there enough new crime
writing to
support a few more journals?
Anthony Smith
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