The Best of Fantasy and Science Fiction Magazine, May-June 2003

The May/June 2003 issue of the Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction features a tribute to acclaimed author Barry M. Malzberg, showcasing a range of imaginative tales. It opens with Malzberg's own "A Short Religious Novel" and concludes with John Kessel's "Of New Arrivals, Old Encounters, and the Music of the Spheres." Readers can explore diverse narratives, from Harvey Jacobs' noir fantasy "The Retriever" to Ellen Klages' poignant "Basement Magic," and venture through Robert Sheckley's take on the FBI's witness protection program in "The Refuge Elsewhere," among others. This collection promises a rich variety of storytelling, blending science fiction with elements of fantasy and speculative themes.