Woo-hoo!

My unscientific estimate is that members of Critters are around 10X more likely to make sales than non-critters (but cause and effect? who knows?. Regardless, this page is to celebrate our successes!

Critter Robert Qualkinbush has analyzed the reports below and created a summary page of how many sales Critters have had. Fascinating, and astounding! Good going to you all.

If you have something to report, tell me immediately!

Also see the NewNewForum.com to read about and announce more new projects (in writing, tech, or any other field).

Congratulations to...

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Prize Beyond Gold" to Asimov's. {This was critiqued under the title "Sliding Down the Asymptote" } [Mar 2010]

• Stephen B. Pearl, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Slaves of Love" to Club Lighthouse Publishing. {Special thanks to Rob Holden my Dr for this one. } [Mar 2010]

• Donald Jacob Uitvlugt, whose short story, "Gifts of the Morrigan" is now out in the current issue of Morrigan Books in their anthology The Phantom Queen Awakes. [Mar 2010]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Time of your Life" to Time in a Bottle Anthology. {This is a reprint (originally in Raygun Revival online), but it will be nice to have this story in print. } [Mar 2010]

• Regina Patton, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Future of the Sky" to A Foreign Country: New Zealand Speculative Fiction. {This market is both a contest, and an anthology featuring spec fic work by New Zealand writers, and I'm thrilled I'm going to be in it. } [Mar 2010]

• Kevin M White, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Man Tracker" to Short-storyMe.. {Thanks to everyone who critqued this piece when it went through a while back. It is set to appear in April of this year. } [Mar 2010]

• Paul Crawford, who reports "I won first place the "Unusual Alien Life Forms" short-story writing contest held by Golden Visions Magazine.". {The story, "EOS," is published in the January 2010 print edition of Golden Vision Magazine. It was crittered after I submitted it to the contest (and won while still in the Critters queue). However, the crits subsequently received were extremely helpful identifying ways to improve the story further. Thanks to all. } [Feb 2010]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Hangborn" is now out in the current issue of Destination Future anthology. {Thanks for your help on the story. } [Feb 2010]

• Terra LeMay, who sold her short story, "A Multiple Choice Love Story" to Apex Magazine. [Feb 2010]

• Garth Upshaw, whose short story, "Learning to Fly" is now out in the current issue of Pseudopod. {Pseudopod is an online audio podcast market paying a flat $100 for stories between 2000 and 6000 words. While this piece wasn't critt'd, many of my other stories have been and it has improved my writing enormously. Thanks! } [Feb 2010]

• Douglas T. Araujo, who reports "The Dark Idol Contest". {The final cycle of The Dark Idol contest is now on, and I’m one of the two final contestants. For those who never heard of that, The Dark Idol is a contest where each one of the contestants needs to submit a short story on a pre-determined theme. Each 2 weeks, one of the contestants is eliminated and a new theme goes alive. The public can also vote on their favorite author, and leave comments. At this cycle, the remaining 2 writers were tasked with with writing a story between 500 and 2,000 words that best fit a HORROR theme of "lovers scorned”. My story is called ‘THE THING THAT ONCE WAS KAREN’. I would appreciate it if you could take a look at website, read the stories, vote and leave your comments. Here goes the link: blacklighthorror.ca/darkidol/rules.htm } [Feb 2010]

• Sheila Crosby, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Loathsome Alyce" is now out in the current issue of Wily Writers. [Feb 2010]

• Stephen Gaskell, whose short story, "Fashion Victim" is now out in the current issue of Nature. [Feb 2010]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his short story, "Thargus and Brian" to Escape Pod. [Feb 2010]

• Manda Benson, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Dark Tempest" is now out from Lyrical Press. {Some early versions of the initial chapters passed through the queue some time ago. Thanks to everyone who read. There's a trailer and more information on my website. } [Feb 2010]

• Danielle DeVor, who sold her short story, "Papap's Teeth" to Dailey Swan Publishing. {www.scribd.com/doc/25773162/Papap-s-Teeth www.daileyswanpublishing.com/index.asp On the main website where my story is featured, there is a typo in the title calling the story Papa's Teeth, but it is the same story. } [Feb 2010]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Fortuitous Meeting of Gerard van Oost and Oludara" is now out in the current issue of Realms of Fantasy. {The story appears in the April 2010 issue. Having my name on the cover of RoF is a dream come true, and Critters really helped me make it there! Thanks again to everyone who critiqued this novelette! } [Feb 2010]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Nearcotic" to Fusion Fragment. [Feb 2010]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "In the Beginning " to Weaving Dreams Publishing. [Feb 2010]

• Angel Leigh McCoy, who sold her short story, "Oral Tradition" to Pseudopod. [Feb 2010]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Loathsome Alyce" to Wily Writers. {This story was critiqued back in 2004, which improved it dramatically. Since then it's collected a lot of rejections, many saying things like, "While I personally like this story, it's not suitable for this market." I'm so glad persistence finally paid off. } [Feb 2010]

• Timothy West, who sold his short story, "The Taco Conspiracy" to Alternative Coordinates. [Feb 2010]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his short story, "No Body" to Quantum Genre on the Planet of Arts Anthology. {This experimental flash fiction piece was sold to a "quantum genre" anthology. The quantum genre is an emerging experimental type of fiction that typically involves the more bizarre aspects of quantum physics in its plot or theme. } [Feb 2010]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Erosion" to Year's Best SF 15 edited by David G. Hartwell & Kathryn Cramer. [Feb 2010]

• Alan Belanger, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Freezer Burn" to Daikaijuzine. {Crittered as "PermInfant", my story Freezer Burn can now be read online on the Daikaijuzine website. } [Feb 2010]

• Graham Fielding, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Movie" to Midnight Echo. {Thank you to all the critters who helped me with this story. Yes, even those of you who hated it! } [Jan 2010]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Cries Through the Walls" is now out in the current issue of A Fly in Amber. [Jan 2010]

• G. C. Fernandez, who has won the 3rd Place in ConDFW award for his short story, "Graduation Day". [Jan 2010]

• Abra Staffin-Wiebe, whose short story, "Untitled" is now out in the current issue of Thaumatrope. {This tiny steampunk tweet of a story can be read for free at www.twitter.com/thaumatrope/statuses/8159537369 } [Jan 2010]

• Douglas T. Araujo, who sold his short story, "Miles" to Short-Story.Me!. [Jan 2010]

• Tom L Waters, who has won the Writers of the Future honorable mention award for his (Critter'd) short story, "On Stymphalian Shores". [Jan 2010]

• Eric J. Juneau, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Playable Character" is now out in the current issue of The Dunesteef Audio Fiction Magazine. {This piece went under the Critters scope as "Avatar" and even though it had to go under the gun twice, I'm very pleased with how The Dunesteef treated me and the story. } [Jan 2010]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Dodo Dragon" to War of the Worlds: Frontlines Anthology. {This story was critiqued several years ago, and this is the fifth time it's sold, whic. Mh shows what a wonderful help the critiques were. } [Jan 2010]

• Rhonda Porrett, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "A Slice of Life" to Fear and Trembling. {Thanks to everyone for the help. This story was critiqued under the temporary title of "Taste This". } [Jan 2010]

• Jeffrey J. Carey, whose short story, "Ursa Minor" is now out in the current issue of Broomstick Books. [Jan 2010]

• Rick Farnsworth, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Succumbing to Gravity" to Reliquary Press. [Jan 2010]

• Karl Bunker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Jerry" is now out in the current issue of Neo-Opsis, issue #18. [Jan 2010]

• Karl Bunker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Under the Shouting Sky" to Year's Best Science Fiction, Volume 27. [Jan 2010]

• Sheila Crosby, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Screamcatcher" is now out in the current issue of Untied Shoelaces of the Mind. {Many thanks to everyone for the critiques. } [Jan 2010]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Erosion" to audiobook "The Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 2" edited by Allan Kaster. {This is an audio-rights sale of a story that originally appeared in Asimov's. } [Jan 2010]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "All Babies Look Like Aliens" to Beyond Centauri. [Jan 2010]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Me and My Doppelganger" to Abandoned Towers. [Jan 2010]

• Douglas T. Araujo, who reports "Dark Idol Contest". {Friends, The fourth cycle of The Dark Idol contest is finished, and another author has been eliminated. The cycle five in on the web site now, and I’m one of the four remaining authors. For those who never heard of that, The Dark Idol is a contest where each one of the contestants needs to submit a short story on a pre-determined theme. Each 2 weeks, one of the contestants is eliminated and a new theme goes alive. The public can also vote on their favorite author, and leave comments. At this cycle, the remaining 4 writers were tasked with writing a 2,500 word story that best fit the theme of "Evil Children". My story is called ‘STREET BOYS’. I would appreciate it if you could take a look at website, read the stories, vote and leave your comments. Here goes the link: www.blacklighthorror.ca/darkidol/ } [Jan 2010]

• Sheila Crosby, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Thrice Upon a Time" is now out in the current issue of Afterburn SF. [Jan 2010]

• Kristin Janz, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Year of the Bear" is now out in the current issue of Allegory. [Jan 2010]

• Manda Benson, whose short story, "Cold Shoulder" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine. [Jan 2010]

• Richard Zwicker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Human Failing" is now out in the current issue of Writing Shift. [Jan 2010]

• Barbara Davies, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Windseller's Gift" is now out in the current issue of Tales of the Talisman Vol 5 Issue 3. [Jan 2010]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "The Fading" is now out in the current issue of Strange, Weird and Wonderful Magazine. [Jan 2010]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Erosion" to Year's Best SF 27 (edited by Gardner Dozois). {This story was critiqued here in December 2008, was published in Asimov's (Oct/Nov 2009 issue), and has now been picked up for a Year's Best anthology forthcoming in 2010. } [Dec 2009]

• Graham Debenham, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Ace in the Hole" to Publish America. [Dec 2009]

• Graham Debenham, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Ace in the Hole" to Publish America. [Dec 2009]

• Abra Staffin-Wiebe, whose short story, "A Phoenix By Any Other Name" is now out in the current issue of Short-Story.me!. {When the richest man on Newfortun is told he was cheated when he bought a "phoenix," he's furious. But there's *something* uncanny about the bird. Read it for free at www.short-story.me/fantasy-stories/116-a-phoenix-by-any-other-name.html } [Dec 2009]

• Michael Andre-Driussi, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Generation Cleansing" to M-Brane SF. {To appear in Issue #12, a special trade paperback, available in January 2010. Thanks to all the critters who responded to this rather controversial story about the exploitation of the young. } [Dec 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Over the Rim" is now out in the current issue of Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. {This is issue #42 (you know, the answer to the meaning of Life, the Universe, and Everything) and the cover illustration is straight from my story. First time I've had cover art. Yip! } [Dec 2009]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Crimes, Follies, Misfortunes and Love" to Asimov's. {This was critiqued here very recently, w/e 4 November. Following feedback, I made a few tweaks and sent the story straight out. } [Dec 2009]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "Cries Through the Walls" to A Fly in Amber. [Dec 2009]

• Adam Heine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Pawn's Gambit" to Beneath Ceaseless Skies. {Originally crittered under the title "The Knocker". } [Dec 2009]

• Douglas T. Araujo, who reports "The Dark Idol Contest 2009-2010". {The third cycle of The Dark Idol contest is finished, and another author has been eliminated. The cycle four in on the web site now, and I’m one of the five remaining authors. For those who never heard of that, The Dark Idol is a contest where each one of the contestants needs to submit a short story on a pre-determined theme. Each 2 weeks, one of the contestants is eliminated and a new theme goes alive. The public can also vote on their favorite author, and leave comments. At this cycle, the remaining 5 writers were tasked with writing a 1,500 word story that best fit the theme of "zombies" with no further guidance from this round's celebrity judge, Feo Amante, author of the website feoamante.com. Mu story is called ‘CORPORATE ZOMBIE’. I would appreciate it if you could take a look at website, read the stories, vote and leave your comments. Here goes the link: blacklighthorror.ca/darkidol/rules.htm } [Dec 2009]

• Graham Debenham, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Ghost in the Machine" to Golden Visions Magazine. [Dec 2009]

• Stephen B. Pearl, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Tinker's Plague" is now out from Draumr. {Critters appears in the acknowledgments of the book as well it should since it would never have succeeded without this group. Thank you. } [Dec 2009]

• Abra Staffin-Wiebe, whose short story, "Salvaging Scottwell" is now out in the current issue of Baen's Universe. {"Salvaging Scottwell" is the story of an obsolete police dog robot that gets a software update with unintended consequences to the Powers That Be. This is my first pro sale--couldn't have done it without Critters improving my writing skills! Read it at www.baens-universe.com/articles/Salvaging_Scottwell. } [Dec 2009]

• Lawrence Vernon, who reports "My short story, "The Big Bad Wolf" is now in two collections: Ink in my Blood and Echo". [Dec 2009]

• Kristin Janz, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Looking-Glass Milk" is now out in the current issue of Crystal Codices. {Crystal Codices is a line of individual stories published as either e-books or print chapbooks by Scribblers and Ink Spillers, a small-press publisher. } [Dec 2009]

• Abra Staffin-Wiebe, who sold her short story, "A Phoenix By Any Other Name," to Short-Story.me!. [Dec 2009]

• Dwayne Minton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Transmigration of Herakles Duncan" is now out in the current issue of Kasma Magazine. {This is the first issue of Kasma Magazine, so check it out. Thanks to everyone who crittered this story. } [Dec 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Walden Planet" is now out in the current issue of New Myths. [Dec 2009]

• Suzanne Johnson, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Royal Street" to Tor Books. {This is part of a two book deal, with an option for a third. Thanks to all the Critters who read this past year! } [Nov 2009]

• C, L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "Daughters of Hralln" to The Future Fire. {"The Future Fire" is getting together fuuristic feminist stories (written by or about women) for a special anthology. This was the firstpiece I had to work very hard on to a) change the POV, and b) pick up the comments of several other editors and try to fit those suggestions in. The as yet unnamed anthology will be out sometime in the New Year.But we finally signed a contract last week. Deadline for submissions is December 31. } [Nov 2009]

• AP Jansen, who sold her short story, "When White Roses Freeze" to Abyss & Apex. [Nov 2009]

• Dwayne Minton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Memories of Childhood" is now out in the current issue of OG's Speculative Fiction. {Thank you to everyone who crittered this one. Your comments really strengthened the final story. } [Nov 2009]

• Abra Staffin Wiebe, who sold her short story, "Missing You In Pieces" to Dead Bells Anthology. [Nov 2009]

• Abra Staffin Wiebe, who sold her short story, "Salvaging Scottwell" to Baen's Universe. [Nov 2009]

• Peter Cavell, who sold his stageplay, "Tales of the Midnight Carnival" to Fort Point Theatre. [Nov 2009]

• Peter Cavell, who sold his short story, "Prey" to Night to Dawn. [Nov 2009]

• Mike Shevdon, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Sixty-One Nails" is now out from Angry Robot Books, and is available in the UK and Australasia with US publication scheduled for June next year. Thanks to all those that crittered the opening chapter and helped me hone my skills.. [Nov 2009]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Fashion Victim" to Nature Futures. {"Fashion Victim" is a short satire on the future of the fashion industry and offers speculation on possible developments in clothing technology. It was a lot of fun to write. This is my third pro sale, thus making me SFWA Active Member eligible. It's been five years since I joined Critters, and without doubt, the workshop has been instrumental in getting me this far. Thanks to all. } [Nov 2009]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Fashion Victim" to Nature Futures. {"Fashion Victim" is a short satire on the future of the fashion industry and offers speculation on possible developments in clothing technology. It was a lot of fun to write. This is my third pro sale, thus making me SFWA Active Member eligible. It's been five years since I joined Critters, and without doubt, the workshop has been instrumental in getting me this far. Thanks to all. } [Nov 2009]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his short story, "Aquestria" to Interzone. {Aquestria is a far-future SF mystery/thriller involving generational starships, planet colonisation, and internecine warfare. It should be published sometime in 2010. Thanks to all Critters! } [Nov 2009]

• Stephen Gaskell, whose short story, "The Offside Trap" is now out in the current issue of M-Brane SF Queer Anthology, Things We Are Not. {"Things We Are Not" is available to order in many formats from tinyurl.com/ybbre3h. It's a fabulous collection, and includes the excellent story "Outgoing" by Alex Wilson, which first appeared in Asimov's in 2007. } [Nov 2009]

• Graham Debenham, who sold his short story, "Actof Aggression" to Golden Visions On-Line Magazine. [Nov 2009]

• Antha Ann Adkins, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Assemble an Alien" to The Town Drunk. {Thanks to all the critters who have helped me improve me stories, including this one. Without you, I would probably still not be published. You can read the story at: www.towndrunkmag.com. } [Nov 2009]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Screamcatcher" to Untied Shoelaces of the Mind. [Nov 2009]

• Barbara Davies, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Spirit of the Glade" is now out in the current issue of Sorcerous Signals. [Nov 2009]

• Sheila Crosby, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Screan Quietly" is now out in the current issue of Robert Belvin's Newsvine column. {You can read it at adventurebooks.newsvine.com/_news/2009/11/01/3449936-from-the-files-of-escape-velocity-scream-quietly-by-sheila-crosby-part-1-of-2- } [Nov 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Like Mother, Like Son" is now out in the current issue of Emerald Tales Magazine. {With the wonderful Critters' feedback I got, I was able to polish this story for a nice sale. It's in print and electronic format from Scribblers and Ink Spillers. } [Nov 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Time Enough for Sarah"" to Golden Visions Magazine. {Thanks to everyone who helped critique this story (it was tentatively titled "Time Shuttle"). } [Nov 2009]

• Matthew Peterson, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Paraworld Zero" to Audible. {Paraworld Zero was sold to and published by Windstorm Creative last year, who basically tanked (long story), but not before my book hit 2 bestseller lists and won, placed, or honored in over 14 contests. The audio book and ebook is now available from audible.com, Sony Reader, MobiPocket, Amazon kindle, Overdrive.com, etc., and a publisher in India just offered to publish it. Thanks to everyone who crittered it. As a side note, I thought you all might be interested in the following new show that I'm doing: Matthew Peterson, best-selling and award-winning author of Paraworld Zero, is interviewing over 50 of the top fantasy/science fiction authors in the world for his online radio show, The Author Hour: Your Guide to Fantastic Fiction, which airs every Thursday at 9 a.m. pacific / 12 p.m. (noon) eastern on VoiceAmerica.com (the world leader in live Internet talk radio with millions of monthly listeners). The guests on his next episode include Terry Brooks, Brandon Sanderson, Tracy Hickman, Margaret Weis, and R. A. Salvatore. Then the week after that, he's got Anne Rice, Ursula K. Le Guin, Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, and Orson Scott Card. The interviews are transcribed and archived onto www.TheAuthorHour.com for people who missed the live show, plus the interviews will be syndicated through iTunes. Go to www.TheAuthorHour.com to see the full list of guests and to listen to the previous interviews Matthew has already done with international best-selling authors such as Terry Pratchett, Eoin Colfer, Piers Anthony, Diana Gabaldon, Meg Cabot, and Holly Black. } [Oct 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Human Failing" to Writing Shift. [Oct 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "Counting Coup" to Strange, Weird & Wonderful Magazine. {"Counting Coup" will be published in next summer's 2010 edition of SW&W.It is a paying market. } [Oct 2009]

• Mark Patrick Morehead, who sold his short story, "Emergency Procedure" to Ray Gun Revival. [Oct 2009]

• Abra Staffin Wiebe, who reports "My annual holiday-themed speculative fiction/art/poetry contest opens November 1st! See http://www.aswiebe.com/specthehalls.html for details". [Oct 2009]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Essin and the Summer of Secrets"" to Chimera #6 New World Disorder. [Oct 2009]

• Kaia W. Tell, who sold her short story, "Malleable Light" to Membra Disjecta: Scattered Things. [Oct 2009]

• Jeff Chapman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Gethsemane" to Third Order Magazine. [Oct 2009]

• Colum Paget, who has won the Hub magazine Short Story Contest award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Under a Closed Sky". {This was crittered as 'The end of History'. The whole writing thing hadn't been going well, and to be honest I was ready to give up on it, and then this happens. Just goes to show, never give up. The story is available in this weeks hub magazine at www.hubfiction.com, and will also be out in a forthcoming print anthology. Thanks to everyone who critted this, and who has critted my subsequent works. Colum } [Oct 2009]

• Dwayne Minton, who reports "I've been named a third quarter finalist in the Writers of the Future Contest". [Oct 2009]

• Dwayne Minton, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Transmigration of Herakles Duncan" to Kasma Magazine. [Oct 2009]

• Matthew Wimmer, whose short story, "Just a Room, Out in Space" is now out in the current issue of Ray Gun Revival. [Oct 2009]

• Max Salnikov, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Chinese Chef was a Hologram" to Abyss & Apex Speculative Fiction Magazine. [Oct 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, who reports "won first runner-up and one of three best-like writers.". {Current fall issues of Golden Visions Magazine and Strange, Weird & Wonderful Magazine both gave me kudos this month. Golden Visions listed me as one of the three most-read short story writers featured in their print magazine, from a readers' poll. They are also currently running my story, Tthe Old Hunter, in this fall's print editon, and you may read free stories on their wbsite of goldenwisionsmagazine.biz. In its fall edition, Strange, Weird and Wonderful Magazine, awareded me first runner-up position for my short story, "Visions Quest," which ran last year. SW&W is a free online magazine packed with sci-fi, fantasy and horror. } [Oct 2009]

• Abra Staffin Wiebe, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Radiator Burped" is now out in the current issue of Strange, Weird, and Wonderful Magazine. {This humorous dark modern fantasy story about a gay man having trouble finding the right person to split the rent was peculiar enough that I'm especially delighted to announce (several revisions later) that it's published. Read the free PDF issue here: www.strangeweirdandwonderful.com } [Oct 2009]

• Ken Liu, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Beidou" to The Dragon and the Stars, a DAW anthology. {Thanks for everyone who helped make it better. } [Oct 2009]

• Ken Liu, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Beidou" to The Dragon and the Stars, a DAW anthology. {Thanks for everyone who helped make it better. } [Oct 2009]

• Tom L Waters, who reports "Writers of the Future finalist". {I made the third quarter Writers of the Future finals with my (crittered) novelette } [Oct 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, whose short story, "The Burning Strands of Daylight" is now out in the current issue of Bards and Sages Quarterly. [Oct 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, whose short story, "Breathing Space" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine. [Oct 2009]

• Michael Greenhut, who reports "My story "Think Fast" received an honorable mention in Ellen Datlow's "Year's Best Horror" #1". [Oct 2009]

• Rhonda Porrett, whose (Critter'd) short story, "River of Stones" is now out in the current issue of Quantum Kiss. {Originally in the queue as "The Heart of a Woman" but critters suggested I change the title. Thanks for the help. } [Oct 2009]

• Nerine Dorman, who sold her novel, "The Dead of Night" to Lyrical Press, Inc.. {This novel is still coming up for critique, and I'll appreciate any feedback for when we enter the copy editing cycle in a bit. It's the sequel for my novel, Khepera Rising, which is being released by Lyrical Press, Inc. in December this year. } [Oct 2009]

• Frank Dutkiewicz, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Intergalactic Nuisance" to Atomjack. [Oct 2009]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Graftworld" is now out in the current issue of M-brane SF. [Sep 2009]

• Chet Gottfried, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Thousand Worlds, A Million Adventures" is now out in the current issue of Jim Baen's Universe. {My story went thru a number of rewrites, the major one being after it was crittered. (Would it have sold without crittering?) And my name and story are listed on the cover of the present issue of JBU too (the bonus aspect of being published), so special thanks to everyone here who took the time to read and comment on my story! } [Sep 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Late Programming" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine. [Sep 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Burning Bright" is now out in the current issue of Books for Monsters. {This is a new online marketin New Zealand for all kinds of SF, F and action-adventure stories. you can read the whole story online. } [Sep 2009]

• Mark Patrick Morehead, whose short story, "Doofus" is now out in the current issue of Flash Fiction Online. [Sep 2009]

• Tracy Canfield, who sold her short story, "Heist" to Analog. [Sep 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Like Mother, Like Son"" to Emerald Tales magazine. {"Like Mother, Like Son" will appear in Emerald Tales magazine (print and electronic edition) issue “Masks or Appearances Can be Deceiving” in November 2009. Thanks to all who gave me Critter feedback on this story. } [Sep 2009]

• Tracy Canfield, who has won the AnLab award for her short story, "Starship Down". {(This is the Analog readers' poll, and was announced at WorldCon.) } [Sep 2009]

• Tracy Canfield, who sold her short story, "The Seal of Sulaymaan" to Fantasy Magazine. [Sep 2009]

• Nathaniel Lee, whose short story, "The Lady of Tilmarine" is now out in the current issue of Hypersonic Tales. [Sep 2009]

• Mark Patrick Morehead, who sold his short story, "Doofus" to Flash Fiction Online. {Flash Fiction Online is a great magazine, offering several short, entertaining, often thoughtful stories each month. It is, in my unbiased opinion, the best flash fiction magazine out there. You can read it online, and you can subscribe for free though your RSS feed. Did I mention they pay pro rates? } [Sep 2009]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Coded Obsession" to Crossed Genres magazine. {The story will appear in issue #11 online and in electronic format, October 2009. } [Sep 2009]

• Karl Bunker, who has won the The Robert A. Heinlein Centennial Short Story Contest award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Under the Shouting Sky". {I got lots of great advice on this story from the terrific critters at Critters.org. My thanks to all! } [Sep 2009]

• Ian Creasey, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Erosion" is now out in the current issue of Asimov's. {This went through the queue last December and is now out in the October/November 2009 issue of Asimov's } [Sep 2009]

• Hank Quense, who reports "I will be a guest on the Newbie Writers forum on 9/2, 9/9, 9/16 and 9/23. I'll be discussing various aspects of fiction writing and answering questions. The discussion topics for those dates are: plotting, motivation, characterization and story construction. Google newbiewriters.com to find the link ". [Sep 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Walden Planet" to New Myths. [Aug 2009]

• Frank Oreto, whose short story, "Regulars" is now out in the current issue of Pseudopod the online audio horror magazine. {The story is up for broadcast this Friday (September 6th. You can find it at pseudopod.org. If you are unfamiliar with pseudopod, they are a paying market that produces stories as audios that are broadcast weekly. Its free to listen. This was a story from my pre-critter days. But if you feel like ripping it a new plot-hole, you can go to the pseudopod forum and say what you think. Thanks Frank Oreto } [Aug 2009]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Hangborn" to Destination Future. [Aug 2009]

• Carole Ann Moleti, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Hot Chocolate Kiss" to Eternal Press. [Aug 2009]

• Colm Mc Geever, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Red House" to Necrotic Tissue. {A huge thanks to everyone who helped me with this a while back. Ch Cheers! } [Aug 2009]

• Olivia Sharpnack, who sold her short story, "The Keeper of Secrets" to Shadows & Light: Tales of Lost Kingdoms (an upcoming anthology by Pill Hill Press). [Aug 2009]

• Lawrence Vernon, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The House on Lily Lane" is now out in the current issue of Down in the Dirt. [Aug 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, who reports "A good first review for "The Mission to Earth"". {The first review for my new sci-fi novel "The Mission to Earth' has been published on Armchair Interviews.com and it is quite positive. Look for it under "Latest Reviews" on the home page, and under "science fiction" or under its own title in the archives. (the reviews stay on the home page for only a few days.) Woo-hoo! } [Aug 2009]

• Angie Smibert, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Memento Nora" to Marshall Cavendish Children's Books. [Aug 2009]

• Ed Hoornaert, who reports "Ed Hoornaert has been accepted as a member of SFWA". [Aug 2009]

• Helen E Davis, who sold her short story, "Merlin's Clutter" to Sword and Sorceress #24. [Aug 2009]

• Ian Creasey, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Hastillan Weed" is now out in the current issue of Escape Pod. {This story originally appeared in Asimov's and is now available as an audio download at escapepod.org } [Aug 2009]

• Frank Dutkiewicz, who sold his short story, "One Wicked Day" to Shadows of the Emerald City anthology. [Aug 2009]

• Michael Vella, who sold his short story, "Final Night of Jason Goldfleece" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Aug 2009]

• Kevin McClintock, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Night Draws Near" to Dark Recesses Magazine. [Aug 2009]

• Frank Dutkiewicz, who sold his short story, "The Wolf in Sheep's clothing" to Space Squid. [Aug 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, whose short story, "Traveling by Petroglyph" is now out in the current issue of Flash Me Magazine. {A reprint, but a sale all the same. } [Aug 2009]

• Andrew Richardson, who sold his novel, "The Shoot" to Eternal Press. [Aug 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, whose short story, "The Moth Collector's Daughter" is now out in the current issue of Reflection's Edge. [Aug 2009]

• Timothy West, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Crit Fail" to Big Pulp. [Aug 2009]

• Veronica Henry, who sold her short story, "He Would Be King" to Strange Weird & Wonderful. [Jul 2009]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Fading" to Strange, Weird and Wonderful Magazine. [Jul 2009]

• Ian Creasey, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Edge of the Map" is now out in the current issue of Dunesteef Audio Fiction Magazine. {This story originally appeared in Asimov's and has now been podcasted - you can hear it at dunesteef.com } [Jul 2009]

• Timothy West, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Organic Produce" is now out in the current issue of Bards and Sages Quarterly. [Jul 2009]

• Timothy West, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Mating of Mesons" to Everyday Wierdness. [Jul 2009]

• Kristle Chester, who reports "My short article, "Back It Up", appears in the August 2009 Freelance Writer's Report.". {I'm not sure if this is something anyone will be interested in, but my short article "Back It Up" appears in the August 2009 Freelance Writer's Report. A three-part (mostly) automated backup strategy designed to get you back up and running even if you experience a complete meltdown is always a good thing... Once the rights revert back to me, I'll post this on my blog with an "as seen in" notice. } [Jul 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, whose short story, "Rites of Passage" is now out in the current issue of A Fly in Amber. [Jul 2009]

• Ian Creasey, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Digging for Paradise"" is now out in the current issue of Realms of Fantasy. {This is the first issue of Realms of Fantasy under the new publisher, Warren Lapine. I am delighted that he is keeping the magazine alive. } [Jul 2009]

• Pam Davis, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Willful Steel" is now out in the current issue of Lorelei Signal. {My story, "Willful Steel" (published as Pam L. Wallace) is now up in the July-Sept issue of Lorelei Signal. This was crittered a while back now and I thank everyone for their input. Please go view the gorgeous art loreleisignal(dot)com/WilfulSteel } [Jul 2009]

• J. R. Tomlin, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Warrior's Duty" is now out from Swimming Kangaroo Books. [Jul 2009]

• Victoria Mixon, who reports "My guest post "Everything You Need to Know About Writing a Novel, in 1000 Words" is up on literary agent Nathan Bransford's blog at: http://nathanbransford.blogspot.com/2009/07/guest-blog-week-everything-you-need-to.html". [Jul 2009]

• Neil O'Donnell, whose (Critter'd) novel, "People of the Sword" is now out from Argus Books. {Thanks to the Critters who provided feedback. My novel would still probably be circulating thru slush piles without your assistance. } [Jul 2009]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Spirit of the Glade" to Sorcerous Signals. [Jul 2009]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Graftworld" to M-Brane SF Magazine. {Thanks for your help on the story, guys. } [Jul 2009]

• Andrew Burt, who reports "Woohoos are now tweeted on @CrittersDotOrg". [Jul 2009]

• Andrew Burt, who reports "Woohoos are now tweeted on @CrittersDotOrg". [Jul 2009]

• Euan Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Halloween: Comprising a Cautionary Acrostic of Bedtime Stories Suitable for Reading to the Tiresome or Disobedient Child" to Realms of Fantasy. {The feedback I got from the critters made a lot of difference. Thanks everyone who commented. } [Jul 2009]

• Euan Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Hanuman's Bridge" to Realms of Fantasy. {Thanks for all the comments from everyone. :-) } [Jul 2009]

• Bill Siderski, whose novel, "The Network" is now out from Create Space. {As modern satire, it wasn't really appropriate for Critters, but I'm sure you all made it stronger. It is about a television network's quest for ratings, and maybe you'll get a laugh out of it (or even- horrors!- think). Available through Amazon. Thank you all! } [Jul 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, whose short story, "The Rite of Challenge" is now out in the current issue of Strange, Weird, & Wonderful Magazine. {The Rite of Challegne is appearing now (July) in the summer issue of Strange Weird & Wonderful online magazine. Visitors may download the entire illustrated magazine to read. } [Jul 2009]

• Frances Pauli, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Alien Embrace" is now out in the current issue of Alternative Coordinates. [Jul 2009]

• Eric Polk, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "From A Serpent's Kiss" to Death Head Grin. {This was originally entitled "I'd Die For You". Thank you to all who have read. } [Jul 2009]

• hank quense, who reports "Get It In Gear, a collection of articles and advice on fiction writing is now available on my website: look for the book store page". [Jun 2009]

• Kevin McClintock, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Der Fuhrer's Bunker" to Reflection's Edge. {The crits I received on this story, I truly believe, made it ready for the paying market. Thanks to everyone who took the time to critique it. My heartfelt thanks! } [Jun 2009]

• Christine Purcell, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Second Intention" to Lurid Lit. {I did a major re-write based on all the wonderful comments. Thanks to everyone who read this piece! } [Jun 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Late Programming" to Golden Visions Magazine. {Thanks, as always, to those who critique my stories. } [Jun 2009]

• Frank Oreto, who sold his short story, "Handy" to Withersin Magazine. [Jun 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "The Mouth of God" to M-Brane SF. [Jun 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "The Searchlights at the Edge of Reason" to Alien Skin Magazine. [Jun 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "The Vortex" to Hypersonic Tales. [Jun 2009]

• Ed Kratz, who sold his short story, "Need to Know" to Everyday Fiction posted June 4th. {I wasn't sure if the small pay counts as a paying market. I'll let the Critter Captain decide. } [Jun 2009]

• Jason Arquin, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Solo" to Escape Clause Stories. {This story will be available for download as part of the Escape Clause Stories iPhone application, which will be out in July. Thanks to everyone who Critted it! } [Jun 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, who sold her short story, "Rites of Passage" to A Fly in Amber. [Jun 2009]

• Michael J. Goodnow and Marie Pacha, who sold his novel, "Red Storm-Regime Guard 1000 Years of War" to Weaving Dreams Publishing. [Jun 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Corrigan's Exchange" is now out in the current issue of Semphore Magazine (online). [Jun 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Corrigan's Exchange" is now out in the current issue of Semphore Magazine (online). [Jun 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Corrigan's Exchange" is now out in the current issue of Semphore Magazine (online). [Jun 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Corrigan's Exchange" is now out in the current issue of Semphore Magazine (onlin). [Jun 2009]

• Hazel Ong, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Woodwife's Blood" is now out in the current issue of Mindflights. {This piece was crittered some years ago under the title "Sleeping Buds'. Better late than never! } [Jun 2009]

• Jessica Judd, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Death in the Dark Forest" to Silver Blade. [Jun 2009]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Attrition" is now out in the current issue of Fifth Di. [May 2009]

• Stephen B. Pearl, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "The Hollow Curse" to Club Lighthouse Publishing. [May 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "Boots" to Books for Monsters. [May 2009]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "Attrition" to Fifth Di. [May 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "The Elder Root" to Necrotic Tissue. [May 2009]

• Dwayne Minton, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Memories of Childhood" to OG's Speculative Fiction. {Thanks to all of the Critters who provided feedback. } [May 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "The Web of Bloated Indulgence" to Silver Blade. [May 2009]

• Mark Patrick Morehead, whose short story, "'56" is now out in the current issue of Fusion Fragment. {This is a fun market I learned about in the weekly wahoo's. } [May 2009]

• Cary A. Conder, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Anglo" to Crit Claw. [May 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Corrigan's Exchange" to Semaphore Magazine. [May 2009]

• Regina Ripley Patton, who sold her short story, "Over the Rim" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. {The sale of this story proves that persistance pays off. This novella has been "almost" sold so many times it isn't even funny. Then ASIM mistakenly sent their automated "no thanks" e-mail at the end of April. Yesterday, I got a letter from the editor saying "oops, we really did want that one. Can we still have it?" Um, yes. } [May 2009]

• Michael Thal, who sold his novel, "Between Two Worlds" to Royal Fireworks Publishing Co. [May 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "The Burning Strands of Daylight" to Bards and Sages Quarterly. [May 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "Breathing Space" to Golden Visions Magazine. [May 2009]

• Dylan fox, whose short story, "Mind Games" is now out in the current issue of Concept Sci-Fi. [May 2009]

• Stephen Gaskell, whose short story, "Under an Arctic Sky" is now out in the current issue of Futurismic. {The story is available free online at www.futurismic.com. Thanks, all! } [May 2009]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "P & E Award". {Not sure if this is WooHoo worthy, but after the Captain announced the existence of AudioMarketList.com to the critter community, in his weekly email, the site got nominated and won a Preditors and Editors Truly Useful Site Award. Thank you to the person/and or critter that nominated it - Kevin Anderson } [May 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "Minds Burned White" to Labyrinth Inhabitant. [May 2009]

• Adam Colston, whose short story, "Metal Fatigue" is now out in the current issue of Flash Me Magazine. {Not officially crittered, but critters certainly crittered it (one more?) credibly. } [May 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Milk-Toothed" is now out in the current issue of Afterburn SF (online). {This was one of my first Crittered pieces. Thank you to all who gave me good suggestions and encouraged me. } [Apr 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "Gauntlet of Winter, Sword of Spring" to Afterburn SF. [Apr 2009]

• Regina Patton, who sold her short story, "The Moth Collector's Daughter" to Reflection's Edge. {This is my second flash sale and my second time in RE. Yeah! } [Apr 2009]

• Ken Liu, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Single-Bit Error (Chinese Translation)" to Science Fiction World. {Science Fiction World also took the Chinese translation for my story "The Algorithms for Love," which also went through critters years ago. } [Apr 2009]

• Ken Liu, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Single-Bit Error" to Thoughtcrime Experiments. {The story went through Critters all the way back in 2003. Thanks to everyone who helped critique it. } [Apr 2009]

• Leah Cypess, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Shifter" to Greenwillow Books (Harpercollins). [Apr 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Rage of the God Heads" to Sorcerous Signals. [Apr 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, whose short story, "Buck Snidely, Robot Commando" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin. [Apr 2009]

• Shiloh Carroll, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Truthsayer" to Sorcerous Signals. [Apr 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, whose short story, "Trap-set" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine . [Apr 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, whose short story, "The Obituary Channel" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin Magazine - April/May 2009. [Apr 2009]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his short story, "Prisoners" to M-Brane SF. {I'd also like to announce the launch of my new website, www.stephengaskell.com. As well as detailing my publication credits, I'm hoping it will be a useful and stimulating place for new writers, with events, ideas, and techniques discussed on a regular basis. Thanks to all Critters! } [Apr 2009]

• Colin Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Thermoclines" to the Future Bristol anthology. {Thermoclines was critiqued some years ago and has since made the semi-final of the Writers of the Future Award, before finding an anthology home. My thanks to all critters who helped whip it into shape! } [Apr 2009]

• Ron Druva, who has won the Author of the month for EroticStories.com (Dutch Site) award for his short story, "The Two Companions" and "I Remember Bethany". [Apr 2009]

• Donald Jodon, who sold his short story, "Eaten Alive" to Bards and Sages Quarterly. [Apr 2009]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Erosion" to Asimov's. {This was critiqued here in December last year. My thanks to those who commented. } [Apr 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Texting for Love" is now out in the current issue of The Random Eye (online). {Thanks to all Critters who gave me feedback on "Texting for Love". } [Apr 2009]

• Nerine Dorman, who reports "I have just accepted the position of copy editor for Lyrical Press, Inc. This is an exciting opportunity to get more involved in working with writers". [Apr 2009]

• Sheila Crosby, whose short story, "Zuggy Zu and the Humans" is now out in the current issue of Escape Velocity. [Apr 2009]

• Sheila Crosby, whose short story, "Designer Genes" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin. [Apr 2009]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Thrice Upon a Time" to Afterburn SF. [Apr 2009]

• Virginia M. Mohlere, who sold her poem, "My Bed, Made Up with Down Pillows" to Goblin Fruit. [Apr 2009]

• Virginia M. Mohlere, who sold her poem, "My Bed, Made Up with Down Pillows" to Goblin Fruit. [Apr 2009]

• Justin Joe Sherman, whose short story, "Vermillion Birdcalls" is now out in the current issue of Sand: A Journal of Strange Tales. [Apr 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, who reports "I'm going to be a special guest speaker at the "Games for Health" conference". {The 5th Annual Games for Health Conference takes place June 11 and 12, 2009 in Boston, Massachusetts. Although this isn't related to my writing, it is related to another of my creative passions. My award winning classic video game, "Microsurgeon" is considered one of the first video games related to health. I've been invited (25 years later) to the "Games for Health" conference to talk about how the game was made, the impact the game had on people, and future possibilities in games for health. Also, the game will be played on the big screen on stage. } [Apr 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Fast Forward" is now out in the current issue of Sci Phi Journal at sciphijournal.com. {"Fast Forward" originally appeared in print in "Bleeding Quill" (Sep 2006), but I'm happy that it's now online and in audio format too! } [Apr 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Radiance" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine (print edition). [Apr 2009]

• Andrew Richardson, whose (Critter'd) novel, "The Wood" is now out from Eternal Press. [Apr 2009]

• Janice Clark, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "The Mirror Door" to Orchard House Press (formerly Windstorm). {Orchard House Press (formerly Windstorm Creative) has accepted the third book in my "Hall of Doors" series of children's chapter books. Thanks to all the Critters who helped. Book two, "The Door in the Sky", which was also Crittered, will be out soon--it's just waiting on the final illustrations. } [Apr 2009]

• Donald Jacob Uitvlugt, whose short story, "Elevated State" is now out in the current issue of ChiZine. {My story "Elevated State" won third place in ChiZine's "Enter the World of Filaria" contest, and can be read online in the current issue. } [Apr 2009]

• Leona Wisoker, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Charon in Tahiti" to Anotherealm.com. {This story was sold during my hiatus from Critters and will be out in May 09. } [Apr 2009]

• Regina Patton, who reports "Short listed for The Sir Julius Vogel Award". {My crittered sci-fi story, The Derby, has been short-listed for s Sir Julius Vogel Award for best short story written by a New Zealander in 2008. } [Apr 2009]

• Rick Farnsworth, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dougie's Hand" to Arkham Tales. [Mar 2009]

• Terry S Kidd, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Exit Interview" to Golden Visions. {Golden Visions have accepted Exit Interview and it should appear in their July 2009 issue. From the middle of April it will also appear as an audio production on www.shortstoryradio.com } [Mar 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Agent Lenore" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine (April 2009). {I've also changed my website to a more permanent domain, so I've updated my Critters' Bio to reflect that. } [Mar 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Burning Bright" to Afterburn SF. {Another story about the civilized carnivores called the tautschen or Hunters. Critters read two of my previous Hunter stories--"Milk-toothed"--now appearing in this month's print issue of Golden Visions Magazine; and "Heartline" which was picked up by a new magazine, CrossedGenres. } [Mar 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "The Gates of Plutonis" to M-Brane SF Magazine. [Mar 2009]

• Terry S Kidd, who has won the Winter 2008/9 Short Story Radio Competition award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Exit Interview". {The story will appear in audio form in April read by a professional actor. Thanks to everyone who critiqued it and my various other stories. } [Mar 2009]

• Nerine Dorman, who sold her short story, "Jam Jars and Fairy Dust" to BK Publishing. [Mar 2009]

• Rhonda Porrett, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "A Breath of Ill Intent" to the Lorelei Signal. [Mar 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "Universal Cookie Crumbs" to Everyday Weirdness. [Mar 2009]

• Timothy west, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Organic Produce (formerly A Friend in Need)" to Bards and Sages Quarterly. [Mar 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "Canceled" to Murky Depths. [Mar 2009]

• Regina Patton, who reports "New Zealand Spec Fic Writer's Association". {Critter Regina Patton is heading up a core group to develop and launch a Writer's Association specifically for New Zealand writers of the speculative persuasion. If you are a Kiwi and would like to get in on the ground floor of birthing such a creature, e-mail her at give(underscore)a(underscore)rip(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)uk for more information. } [Mar 2009]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Windseller's Gift" to Tales of the Talisman. [Mar 2009]

• Nerine Dorman, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Khepera Rising" to Lyrical Press. [Mar 2009]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "Trap-set" to Golden Visions Magazine. {I had previously sold 3 stories to Golden Visions Magazine. The editor and publisher told me they are greatfans of the "Hunters'" stories which I write, so I sent them a copy of my book, "renegade the Hunter" gratis, thinking they might like to read about how it all began. Was I surprised to see a full copy of the front and back covers of the book on their website (www.goldenvisionsmagazine.biz) It's running NOW at the same time as my story "Wayfarer's Privilege." Wasn't that a nice thing to do? The publisher also donates 75-100 free copies of every edition to our soldiers and sailors. } [Mar 2009]

• Martha Skye Martin, who sold her short story, "The Many Trips I've Taken" to Momentum Magazine. {It was originally titled "Help, I've Fallen but I Can't...". Even that much is copyrighted and the MS Society (it's their quarterly magazine) changed it to "I Give Up." Their title has nothing to do with my adventures in falling. I'm hoping they'll change it to the above title. Will be printed Fall, 2009! } [Mar 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Two Men and a Sword" is now out in the current issue of Silver Blade. [Mar 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "That Was So Funny I Forgot to Laugh" is now out in the current issue of New Myths. [Mar 2009]

• Garth Upshaw, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Name Day" is now out in the current issue of Realms of Fantasy. {It's a bittersweet feeling to see my story in the April issue of RoF. RoF announced that it was closing up shop due to lack of newsstand sales. There are rumors that it may have found another home, but nothing is definite. Thanks to all the folks who crittered Name Day! Go out buy the issue *grin*. } [Mar 2009]

• David L Erickson, who reports "new e-book formats at Smashwords.com". {My novel, 'Mankind's Worst Fear' is now available in a variety of e-book formats at www.smashwords.com/books/view/692 } [Feb 2009]

• Christopher Lopez, who sold his novel, "Everything Howls" to Bad Moon Books. [Feb 2009]

• Christopher Lopez, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Everything Howls" to Bad Moon Books. [Feb 2009]

• Christopher Lopez, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Everything Howls"" to Bad Moon Books. [Feb 2009]

• Lawrence Vernon, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Big Bad Wolf" is now out in the current issue of Down In The Dirt. [Feb 2009]

• Constance Rossman, who sold her short story, "The Rite of Challenge" to Strange, Weird & Wonderful magazine. [Feb 2009]

• Jeff Chapman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Saul" to MindFlights, an ezine owned by Double-Edged Publishing. {The story was titled "Judas" when submitted to Critters. } [Feb 2009]

• Karl Bunker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Under the Shouting Sky" to Cosmos. [Feb 2009]

• Mark Suplinskas, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Battle of Ganymede" to Afterburn. [Feb 2009]

• Mark Suplinskas, who sold his short story, "First Man" to Abandoned Towers. [Feb 2009]

• David Erickson, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Mankind's Worst Fear" to Amazon.com. {My time travel novel, Mankind's Worst Fear' is now a Kindle Reader book, available for download at Amazon.com. New content on my website, www.davidlerickson.com } [Feb 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "Buck Snidely, Robot Commando" to Alien Skin Magazine. [Feb 2009]

• Scott W. Baker, who has won the Honorable Mention award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Leech Run". {Leech Run was actually Crittered twice. I was hoping to place higher, but I'll take the HM. Thanks to all who helped. } [Feb 2009]

• Regina Patton, who sold her short story, "For Want of a Woodpecker" to Coming Together Al Fresco. {Alessia Brio's Coming Together Erotic e-book Anthologies are well known and I managed to land my first fantasy erotica story in one. All proceeds benefit Conservation International! Coming Together Al Fresco comes out Earth Day 2009. This is my third pub of the year and it is barely February. } [Feb 2009]

• Anne Cordwainer, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Modern Magic" is now out from Clotho Press. {This was Crittered way back in 2006/2007. Yes, it really does take that long to wend through the publication process of querying, submitting, editing, and all the rest--but eventually it gets done. It's now available on Amazon and B&N as well as through bookstores. The WooHoo form won't let me give a link, but a search for "Anne Cordwainer" should bring it right up. I'm having an online launch party on my web site, to celebrate. All Critters are welcome to attend, whether you critiqued it or not, and no purchase needed. Again, can't give a link in this form, but if you want to stop by then google my pen name and you should find my main web site. All are welcome. Thanks, Critters. I couldn't have done it without you. } [Feb 2009]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Cold Trail Blazing" to Dunesteef Audio Fiction. {The story went through Critters a few years back under the name "Entanglements". Thanks for all the crits! } [Feb 2009]

• Regina Patton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Sheep Women and Dog Boys" is now out in the current issue of Reflection's Edge. {Thanks to all those who critted this under the title "The Prevailing Wind." It was chosen by the editors of RE as their Editor's choice story and time from acceptance to pub was three days- quite a rush! Also, I made more on this story than any single story so far. Progress! } [Feb 2009]

• Carole Ann Moleti, who reports "My literary criticism "Updike and The Up and Coming: The Witches and Widows of Eastwick, and The Lace Reader is out in the February 2009 issue of The Internet Review of Science Fiction. http://www.irosf.com/q/zine/article/10513". [Feb 2009]

• D. D. Tannenbaum, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Hole That Max Found" to M-BRANE SF. [Feb 2009]

• Dylan Fox, whose short story, "Professor Wincheart's Amazing Radioactive Roadshow" is now out in the current issue of The Nautilus Engine. {It's in volume 2, number 3, and well worth a read. } [Feb 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Two Men and a Sword" to Silver Blade. [Feb 2009]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, whose short story, "Zoo You" is now out in the current issue of Beyond Centauri. [Jan 2009]

• Karl Bunker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Murder" is now out in the current issue of Abyss & Apex. [Jan 2009]

• Nerine Dorman, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Last Woman Standing" is now out in the current issue of Something Wicked Magazine. {See: www.somethingwicked.co.za } [Jan 2009]

• A. W. Gifford, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Watched Pot" to Everyday Weirdness. { } [Jan 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, whose short story, "Blue Electron Moon" is now out in the current issue of Labyrinth Inhabitant Magazine. [Jan 2009]

• Hank Quense, who reports "eTreasures will put out a collection of 20 of my previously published short stories". {All the stories were crittered. The collection will be available in both ebook and print versions. } [Jan 2009]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Semantica" is now out in the current issue of Space Westerns. [Jan 2009]

• Adam Colston, who reports "My short sci-fi story 'An Empty Kind of Love', originally published in Escape Velocity Magazine Issue 2, has been nominated for the Best Short Fiction Award of The British Science Fiction Association.". [Jan 2009]

• Adam Colston, whose short story, "An Innocent Death" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine (print edition). [Jan 2009]

• Richard S. Levine, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Floccinaucinihilipilificatious Life"" is now out in the current issue of OG's Speculative Fiction (Issue #16). {The publisher kept the title too! } [Jan 2009]

• Regina Patton, who reports "A Sir Julius Vogel Award Nomination". {My sci-fi short story, The Derby, which appeared in Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine back in March 2008 has been nominated for the Sir Julius Vogel Award in the Best Short Story Category. Thank you, Critters! } [Jan 2009]

• Chuck Rothman, whose short story, "Regular Guy" is now out in the current issue of On the Brighter Side (http://www.othebs.com/). [Jan 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "That Was So Funny I Forgot to Laugh" to New Myths. [Jan 2009]

• Robert E. Keller, who sold his short story, "Blue Electron Moon" to Labyrinth Inhabitant Magazine. [Jan 2009]

• Hank Quense, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Saving the Shore" is now out in the current issue of Written Word Online. {It's the lead story in the latest (and final) issue. } [Jan 2009]

• Regina Patton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The House That Dirk Built" is now out in the current issue of The Lorelei Signal. {This is my first reprint sale. I also just received a submission request from the Editor of another ezine based on her reading of this story. So, yes, it pays to keep sending those stories out, even if they've already been sold before. And a pub in a "for love" venue, can lead to better pay! } [Jan 2009]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose short story, "Kroop and the Master of Games" is now out in the current issue of Beyond Centauri. [Jan 2009]

• Donald Jacob Uitvlugt, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Stannard Rock" to ArkhamTales.com. [Jan 2009]

• Donald Jacob Uitvlugt, who sold his short story, "Gifts of the Morrigan" to The Phantom Queen Awakes. [Jan 2009]

• Donald Jacob Uitvlugt, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Her Day in Court" is now out in the current issue of SpaceWesterns.com. [Jan 2009]

• Tom Williams, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Where The Shadow Falls"" to RBE's "Rage of the Behemoth" anthology. {Many thanks to the those Critters who helped me polish the story, which involves recurring character John Humble. (It will appear under my pen name, TW Williams.) } [Jan 2009]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose novel, "Faery Taile Project Book One" is now out from CatsCurious Press. {Not exactly a novel, but a short book entitled The Faery Taile Project, co-written with Jim C. Hines, has been launched by CatsCurious Press. It is on sale at Amazon, Mysterious Galaxy, and many other booksellers. } [Jan 2009]

• Matthew Wimmer, who sold his short story, "Just a Room, Out in Space" to Ray Gun Revival. {I owe a lot to Critters for this sale. } [Jan 2009]

• Richard Zwicker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Radiance" to Golden Visions. {Thanks to everyone who critiqued this story. } [Jan 2009]

• Jay Werkheiser, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Thanksgiving Day" to Analog. {This is my very first sale! The story went through the Critters queue twice. Many thanks to all those critters who forced me to take a hard look at it and make the necessary improvements. } [Jan 2009]

• Chad Jones, who reports "my horror/sci-fi comic book, "Netherworld," is available for order in this month's Diamond Previews. Check it out at http://www.studio-407.com". [Jan 2009]

• Seth Herman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Outcast" to Golden Visions Magazine. [Jan 2009]

• Richard S Levine, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Myron's Debarkation" is now out in the current issue of Raygun Revival magazine online. [Dec 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his short story, "The Obituary Channel" to AlienSkin Magazine. {The "Obituary Channel" will appear in AlienSkin magazine's Feb/Mar 2009 issue online. } [Dec 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his short story, "Agent Lenore" to Golden Visions Magazine. [Dec 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "The Flesh Made Word" is now out in the current issue of The Fifth Di. [Dec 2008]

• Karen Kincy, who sold her novel, "Other" to Flux. {Critters was the very first critique group I joined, several years ago, when I was just beginning to write novels. My first novel, RAVELDA, was Crittered many times over and I learned a great deal about how to write. Believe me, I was just a noob at that point. I'm happy to say that my fourth novel, OTHER, will be coming out from Flux the month I graduate, in 2010. I'm also represented by Sara Crowe at Harvey Klinger. To everyone who helped me: Thank You! To everyone who's a noob novelist like I was: Good Luck! } [Dec 2008]

• Brian Salyards, whose (Critter'd) short story, "How to Deal With Your Daughter and Her Crabs" is now out in the current issue of Clonepod. {This was my first sale back in 2005, and is being reprinted as we speak as a podcast. Thank you all for your help over the years! } [Dec 2008]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "They Wait" to Sinister Tales. [Dec 2008]

• Steven Kubrak, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Inquefish" to Ray Gun Revivial. {Thanks to all the Critters who read this one! I was complimented by a critter saying this was the best-conceived sci-fi he ever read, looks like someone else agreed! Thanks to all, it wasn't possible without you! } [Dec 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Flesh Made Word" to The Fifth Di. [Dec 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Tense Caste" is now out in the current issue of Fusion Fragment. [Dec 2008]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Scream Quietly" to Abandonned Towers. {It's the second time this story has sold, so I'm grateul for allt he help, all over again. } [Nov 2008]

• Nerine Dorman, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Last Woman Standing" to Something Wicked Magazine. [Nov 2008]

• Ted Davis, who reports "My reality TV show "NY-SPI Investigates" to air soon!". {NY-SPI Investigates will air on Investigation Discovery (ID) on Saturday, December 13th at 10PM (EST). For more information go to www.ny-spi.com or www.investigation.discovery.com I hope everyone watches and enjoys the show! } [Nov 2008]

• Ted Davis, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Clinic" to Withersin Magazine. {This is my first story sold and although it's not pro rates and won't be out until July 2009 I think I'll take it with a smile. Thanks to all the Critters and the Crit' Master himself! } [Nov 2008]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "Wayfarer's Privilege" to Golden Visions magazine. { This makes an even 10 stories sold over the past two years, six this year alone. I am grateful for all the help Critters have given me in the past. } [Nov 2008]

• David L Erickson, who reports "new website". {You can check it out at www.davidlerickson.com, my brand new website. I'll be adding new content in the coming days/weeks with an opportunity for Critters to become part of the Crittered time travel series, A Matter of Time'. } [Nov 2008]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Roll the Bones" to The Harrow. {This originally went through as critters manuscript #270--yes, you read that correctly: #270! Twelve years ago. What can I say? The rewrite was murder. } [Nov 2008]

• Richard Zwicker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Time Phone" is now out in the current issue of Speculative Mystery Iconoclast. [Nov 2008]

• hank quense, whose novel, "Fool's Gold" is now out from eTreasures. [Nov 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his short story, "Face Facts" to Crime and Suspense. [Nov 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Texting for Love" to The Random Eye. {The changes suggested by Critters helped to improve this story. Thank you! } [Nov 2008]

• Leah Cypess, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Shalott's Inn" is now out in the current issue of Sword & Sorceress 23. [Nov 2008]

• Mark Suplinskas, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Athenae" to Beyond Centauri (Samsdot Publishing). {It is due to be published in July 2009. It's the second "Crittered" story I've sold to "Beyond Centauri" under my pen name of Mark Lawrence. Thank you for the critiques. } [Nov 2008]

• Jakob Drud, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Expert Adman" to Space and Time Magazine. [Nov 2008]

• Colin Harvey, who reports "Killers has been published". {My debut anthology 'Killers' has been published by Swimming Kangaroo Books. The stories are all mystery or thrillers but with a speculative element (SF, fantasy or horror) that's equally important. Contributors include Nebula winner Bruce Holland Rogers, Stoker winners Jonathan Maberry and Lee Thomas, and -as well as me- three other critters; Eugie Foster, Charlie Allery and Philip Lees. } [Nov 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "Tense Caste" to Fusion Fragment. [Nov 2008]

• Dylan Fox, whose short story, "The 14:08 from Liverpool St" is now out in the current issue of Bewildering Stories. {Being critted does wonders for my writing, so thank you to all those people who told me I needed tell my readers more. My story appears in the 3rd November edition; all comments more than welcome :) } [Oct 2008]

• Andrew Richardson, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "The Wood" to Eternal Press. [Oct 2008]

• Chuck Rothman, who sold his short story, "Saving Hitler" to Space and Time. {This story had been making the rounds for a very loooooong time -- 16 years. Never give up. } [Oct 2008]

• Sheila Crosby, whose short story, "Unreal Estate" is now out in the current issue of Electric Velocipede. [Oct 2008]

• Rebecca Nazar, who sold her short story, "The Caulbearers" to Potter's Field Anthology #3. [Oct 2008]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "Wayfarer's Privilege" to Golden Visions Magazine. [Oct 2008]

• Kimberly C. Lundstrom, who reports "I got accepted to the Whidbey Writers Workshop MFA program". [Oct 2008]

• Rick Farnsworth, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Gift of the Bouda" is now out in the current issue of The anthology The Beast Within, by Graveside tales. {This on was crittered and accepted long ago as a short story and now winds its way through the queue as a novelization. Thanks all for making it better. } [Oct 2008]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "Wayfarer's Privilege"" to Golden Visions Magzine. {Actually one of two sales this month. The other was a story called "Boots" to Strange, Weird & Wonderful Magzine for its Winter issue. Both feature my civilized carnivores called "Hunters." } [Oct 2008]

• Richard Zwicker, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The White Knight Is Talking Backwards" is now out in the current issue of Ray Gun Revival. [Oct 2008]

• Bill Siderski, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Beginning of the Ends" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine. {Thanks to everyone that looked at this long ago. This short piece is currently in their online version. As usual, you are invited to vote for your favorite. } [Oct 2008]

• Nerine Dorman, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Night Driving" to Fear and Trembling Magazine. {It's an excerpt from my YA urban fantasy novel, Camdeboo Nights, that is currently doing the rounds in the Critter mill. } [Oct 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Floccinaucinihilipilificatious Life" to OG's Speculative Fiction. {Thanks to all of you who Critter'd this story. } [Oct 2008]

• Adam Colston, who sold his short story, "An Innocent Death" to Golden Visions Magazine (Print Version). [Oct 2008]

• Barbara Bates, whose short story, "Halloween Haunting" is now out in the current issue of SNM Horror at:http://www.freewebs.com/snmhorrormag/snmoctoberissue2.htm. [Oct 2008]

• Matthew Wimmer, whose short story, "My Hand on the Other Side" is now out in the current issue of Fear and Trembling. {This story itself was not crittered but I would be nowhere without the help I've gotten here. I can't say how much all you Critters have meant to getting it published. } [Oct 2008]

• Chuck Rothman, whose short story, "A Date with Patti Pleezmi" is now out in the current issue of Baen's Universe. [Oct 2008]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Like Romeo and Juliet"" to Black Ink Horror Magazine. [Oct 2008]

• Richard S Levine, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Into the Wind" is now out in the current issue of The Lorelei Signal Oct-Dec issue online. {Thanks again to those who crittered "Into the Wind". Also, the color artwork by Lee Kuruganti that headlines the story is fantastic. } [Oct 2008]

• Dave Hoing, whose (Critter'd) short story, "We. They." is now out in the current issue of Hub. [Oct 2008]

• Regina Patton, whose short story, "Traveling by Petroglyph" is now out in the current issue of Flash Fiction Online. {This constitutes two great firsts for me: the first piece of flash fiction I've sold and the first story at pro rates. } [Oct 2008]

• Sheila Crosby, who reports "My website almost ran out of bandwidth". {In February I started a blog about the small island I live on. The number of visitors has steadily grown, although I haven't done much to publicise it. In September I got so many visitors that I used 93% of the monthly bandwidth. Time for an upgrade! } [Sep 2008]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Sock Drawer" to Reflection's Edge. {It's some time sine this was crittered. Since hten it's collected quite a few, "Nice but not for us," rejections. A big thank you to everyone who helped! } [Sep 2008]

• Kristin Janz, who reports "I recently graduated from the 2008 Clarion West writers' workshop". {This was a really wonderful experience, and I recommend it to anyone who's serious about trying to become a professional science fiction or fantasy writer (and who has 6 weeks to spare!). I feel that the feedback I've received on Critters over the years was instrumental in improving my writing enough that I could get accepted to this competitive workshop -- so thanks everyone! } [Sep 2008]

• Kristin Janz, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Kiss of the Blood-Red Pomegranate" to Aberrant Dreams. [Sep 2008]

• Kristin Janz, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Veritas Nos Liberabit" is now out in the current issue of Futurismic. {This story actually came out back in June, but it's still up on the Futurismic website. Thanks again to everyone who critiqued this story here on Critters! } [Sep 2008]

• Scott Davis, who sold his short story, "The Third Shadoc War" to Ray Gun Revival. [Sep 2008]

• Scott Davis, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Eleven to Seven" to Sonar 4. [Sep 2008]

• Stephen Gaskell, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Micro Expressions" is now out in the current issue of Cosmos Magazine. {The story can be found on Cosmos Magazine's website (www.cosmosmagazine.com/2197/micro-expressions). Thanks all! } [Sep 2008]

• Michael Anthony, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Better Teleportation Theory" to The Dunesteef. [Sep 2008]

• Euan Harvey, who sold his short story, "The Demon of Hochgarten" to Realms of Fantasy. [Sep 2008]

• Amy Treadwell, who sold her short story, "Spinnerbait" to Flash Fiction Online. [Sep 2008]

• Ward Crockett, who sold his short story, "Louis Jazz, Son of God" to Kaleidotrope. [Sep 2008]

• Ward Crockett, who sold his short story, "Louis Jazz, Son of God" to Kaleidotrope. [Sep 2008]

• hank quense, who reports "My novella Fool's Gold will be published by eTreasures ". [Sep 2008]

• Garth Upshaw, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Name Day" to Realms of Fantasy. {Thanks to all the critters who critiqued an early version of Name Day. Your help was much appreciated and I'm sure contributed to the sale. } [Sep 2008]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Fortuitous Meeting of Gerard Van Oost and Oludara" to Realms of Fantasy. {Thanks to everyone who crittered this novelette! } [Sep 2008]

• Michael Greenhut, who reports "My story "Watermark" published this past summer in Fantasy Magazine, was chosen to be in the Worlds of Fantasy: The Best of Fantasy Magazine anthology, due out next year sometime ". [Sep 2008]

• Michael Greenhut, whose short story, "Think Fast" is now out in the current issue of Greatest Uncommon Denominator. [Sep 2008]

• Tracy Canfield, whose short story, "Starship Down" is now out in the current issue of Analog. [Sep 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Myron's Debarkation"" to Raygun Revival. {Thanks again to those who critter'd this story! } [Sep 2008]

• Michael Anthony, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Adrift With a Bone Die" to Arkham Tales. [Sep 2008]

• Rebecca Nazar, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The One Big Catch" to Aoife's Kiss. {Thanks to everyone for their time and thoughtful feedback. } [Sep 2008]

• Richard S. Levine, who has won the best of June 2008 issue, The Fifth Di... award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Light Echo". {"Light Echo" will appear in a future anthology edition of Samsdotpublishing's Wondrous Web Worlds. } [Sep 2008]

• Mark Patrick Morehead, whose short story, "Panel Discussion" is now out in the current issue of The Drabblecast #78. {Don't know if any of you listen to the Drabblecast, but it’s one of my favorite audio publications, right up there ISBW and Escape Pod with great stories, high production values including custom scores and sound effects. I'm sure the con-goers among you will get a kick out of it and the rest ought to get at least a chuckle. Check it out at The Drabblecast. } [Sep 2008]

• Valerie Frankel, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Henry Potty and the Deathly Paper Shortage: An Unauthorized Harry Potter Parody" is now out from Wingspan Press. [Sep 2008]

• Jo Thomas, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Half-Breed" is now out in the current issue of Twisted Tongue. {The story was Crittered under the title "Hybrid". Thankks to everyone for your help! } [Aug 2008]

• Dennis R. Upkins, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Stranger Than Fiction" to Sniplits.com. {Thanks to everyone who critiqued my story and provided such invaluable feedback. I can't thank you enough. I'm so excited to see (or hear rather) my story as an audio short. } [Aug 2008]

• Dennis R. Upkins, who sold his short story, "It's All Greek To Me" to an upcoming anthology from Alyson Books. [Aug 2008]

• Kevin J. Cheek, who sold his short story, "Hunger Moon" to Baen's Universe. [Aug 2008]

• David L. Erickson, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Mankind's Worst Fear" to PublishAmerica.com. {This has been a long time coming and I owe a lot of thanks to all you Critters that helped me along the way. Mankind's Worst Fear includes an acknowledgement to Critters and one particular Critter, Sandy Chene, who helped me through a major rewrite. I need help getting this novel off to a good start, so if you all wouldn't mind talking to your friends or maybe make inquiries (pre-release) at RR Bowker's Books In Print, Ingram, Baker & Taylor, The Brodart Company, Barnes & Noble.com and Amazon.com, this will go a long way towards creating the buzz I need. The Official Release Date is in mid September and the ISBN number for Mankind's Worst Fear is 1-60610-700-3. Thanks again for all your support. Dave } [Aug 2008]

• Peggy Nuckles, who sold her (Critter'd) , "Extinction" to Aoiffe's Kiss. [Aug 2008]

• Dave Freer, who reports "I will be the Guest of Honor at LUNACON 2009". [Aug 2008]

• Kevin Anderson, who sold his short story, "Damaged" to Alien Skin. [Aug 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Cosmic Consequences" to Beyond Centauri. {Thank you to everyone who crittered this story! } [Aug 2008]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dragon Cuisine" to Aoife's Kiss Magazine. [Aug 2008]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Omen of the Oven" to Necrography Magazine. [Aug 2008]

• Richard Zwicker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Time Phone" to Speculative Mystery Iconoclast. {Thanks to everyone for their comments and encouragement. } [Aug 2008]

• Richard Zwicker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The White Knight Is Talking Backwards" to Ray Gun Revival. [Aug 2008]

• Brian Salyards, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Flushing Utopia" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin Magazine. {Thank you to everybody who read this story and helped me get it to the point where it was sold! } [Aug 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Three Goblets" is now out in the current issue of Flashing Swords. {Thanks to everyone who critiqued it and thanks to Crystalwizard especially for publishing it. } [Aug 2008]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "My micro fiction story "Twitching" was accepted by Alien Skin". [Aug 2008]

• Kevin Anderson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Liberation" is now out in the current issue of Withersin Vol. 2 Issue 1. [Aug 2008]

• Kevin Anderson, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Fear Factor" to Sniplits. [Aug 2008]

• Gary J Beharry, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Wizards, Dual" is now out in the current issue of World of Wonder. {Thanks for crittering! } [Aug 2008]

• Gary J Beharry, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Chaos and Hope" is now out in the current issue of A Thousand Faces #5. {Thanks for crittering! } [Aug 2008]

• Tracy S. Morris, who sold her short story, "The Magic Bullet Theory" to Benbella Books. {This is an essay for the Benbella Books Supernatural Smart Pop anthology entitled In The Hunt. } [Aug 2008]

• Tracy S. Morris, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Attack of the Godless Undead Zombies" is now out in the current issue of The Best of Bubbas. {This is a reprint of a collection from an already exisiting Yard Dog Press lIne of anthologies entitled Bubbas of the Apocolypse. } [Aug 2008]

• Tracy S. Morris, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Constructs" to Aoife's Kiss. [Aug 2008]

• Daniel Arenson, who reports "Author Joan Reeves has posted an interview with me on her website". {My crittered fantasy novel, Firefly Island, was published a year ago -- this month is the novel's first year anniversary. Author Joan Reeves posted an interview with me on her website, where we talked about the book and writing in general. You can check it out here: www.joanreeves.com/works.htm :) } [Aug 2008]

• Andrew Nicolle, whose short story, "Avian Trumpetflower" is now out in the current issue of A Field Guide to Surreal Botany. {It has been a long wait, but Two Cranes Press have done an absolutely astounding job with this book. All the contributors have come up with some weird and eerie specimens, and each is gorgeously illustrated by Janet Chui. Well done to the artist and everyone who contributed to this fantastic book! } [Jul 2008]

• Richard S Levine, whose short story, "Fitter" is now out in the current issue of Raygun Revival - issue 45. [Jul 2008]

• Rick Farnsworth, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "B.E.K.s" to AAbominations. {This piece went through the queue as 'BEKs and the war on Drugs', and now it's in Shroud Publishing's latest anthology, Abominations (ISBN: 978-0980187014), it's a great looking book. Thanks again to all who helped with this and all of the other work that has flown through the queue! } [Jul 2008]

• Zach Lee, who sold his short story, "The Thin End of the Wedge" to Fear and Trembling. [Jul 2008]

• Chet Gottfried, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Modern Monotremes" is now out in the current issue of Space and Time. {The story was originally crittered under the title "Do Monotremes Have a Bellybutton?" So thanks to the Critter help in making it a better story and able to find a good home in Space & Time 103, which has become a truly handsome magazine and a pleasure to be included in it. } [Jul 2008]

• Michael Greenhut, whose short story, "Watermark" is now out in the current issue of Fantasy Magazine. {This was first put up last week, so it's in the second slot this week. I'd forgotten to mention it until now. } [Jul 2008]

• Frank Dutkiewicz, who sold his short story, "Expired Benefits" to Flash Me magazine. [Jul 2008]

• Colm Mc Geever, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Words" to Withersin. {This story was crittered a while back. Many thanks to all who helped. } [Jul 2008]

• Nick Cole, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Swimming Pool of the Universe" to AtomJack Magazine. {Thank God. I would also like to thank a lot of critters who gave valuable time in giving really useful examples on how to reveal, hone and craft an entertaining story. The gentle encouragement was wonderful. Especially from critters Mike Mauthe, Jim Cue, Curt Rabi, Nathan Wilcox,Jonathan Fredrick, Jeff Cates, Tim Slusser, David Brown, Dave Erikson, Russ Colson, Roger Wickes, Sean Davis, Dan Swenson, Robert Dale, Karen 'Solarflare',Zvi the Fiddler, and also editors Jude-Marie Green and Deirdre Saoirse Moen at Abyss and Apex, and finally Adicus Ryan Garton at AtomJack Magazine. } [Jul 2008]

• Tracy S. Morris, who sold her short story, "Homo Homini Lupis" to WolfSongs. [Jul 2008]

• Sean Wilt, who sold his short story, "Pilfered Emotions" to Alienskin Magazine. {My story will be in the August/September 08 online issue. } [Jul 2008]

• Mary Catelli, whose short story, "Among the Wastes of Time" is now out in the current issue of Warrior Wisewoman. [Jul 2008]

• Luke Italiano, who sold his short story, "Fire on a World of Ice" to Ray Gun Revival. [Jul 2008]

• Jakob Drud, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Hidden Folders" to Coyote Wild Magazine. {Thanks a bunch to all the critters who helped me make the best of this novellete! } [Jul 2008]

• Dave Freer, who sold his novel, "Save the Dragons" to Jim Baen's Universe. {The novel will serialised over 6 issues } [Jul 2008]

• Shawn Turner, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Dead Air" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine. [Jul 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "Semantica" to Space Westerns. [Jul 2008]

• Larissa N. Niec, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Shorn" is now out from Mercury Retrograde Press. {I'm thrilled to report that my first novel, SHORN, is now available from Mercury Retrograde Press (www.mercuryretrogradepress.com ), an Atlanta-based independent publisher of fantasy and science fiction. I owe many Critters much thanks for their valuable feedback on the novel’s earlier incarnation "Children of Avelos." I am in no way exaggerating when I tell you that SHORN would never have made it to publication without the support of my Critters friends. A LAUNCH PARTY will be held in ATLANTA at WORDSMITHS BOOKS (www.wordsmithsbooks.com ) on JULY 19 at 7:30pm. If any Critters, past or current, can reach the Atlanta area, please come down and celebrate with us! Ari Warner, my map artist, will be there to sign books with me and exhibit some of his own fine art. We’ll have food and drinks and a lot of fun! I would love to have the chance to meet and thank some Critters in person! A final note before I go on too long: Mercury Retrograde Press is truly a gem of an independent publisher. Their mission is to develop collaborative relationships with authors—in the way no longer seen in the major houses—and to publish high quality fantasy and science fiction literature. I’ve had a fabulous experience working with them through a process that can be damn scary at times. Critters who have complete novel manuscripts should check out the submission guidelines and consider submitting. Cheers! -Larissa N. Niec www.larissaniec.com } [Jul 2008]

• Larissa N. Niec, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Shorn" is now out from Mercury Retrograde Press. {I'm thrilled to report that my first novel, SHORN, is now available from Mercury Retrograde Press (www.mercuryretrogradepress.com ), an Atlanta-based independent publisher of fantasy and science fiction. I owe many Critters much thanks for their valuable feedback on the novel’s earlier incarnation "Children of Avelos." I am in no way exaggerating when I tell you that SHORN would never have made it to publication without the support of my Critters friends. A LAUNCH PARTY will be held in ATLANTA at WORDSMITHS BOOKS (www.wordsmithsbooks.com ) on JULY 19 at 7:30pm. If any Critters, past or current, can reach the Atlanta area, please come down and celebrate with us! Ari Warner, my map artist, will be there to sign books with me and exhibit some of his own fine art. We’ll have food and drinks and a lot of fun! I would love to have the chance to meet and thank some Critters in person! A final note before I go on too long: Mercury Retrograde Press is truly a gem of an independent publisher. Their mission is to develop collaborative relationships with authors—in the way no longer seen in the major houses—and to publish high quality fantasy and science fiction literature. I’ve had a fabulous experience working with them through a process that can be damn scary at times. Critters who have complete novel manuscripts should check out the submission guidelines and consider submitting. Cheers! -Larissa N. Niec www.larissaniec.com } [Jul 2008]

• S. R. Dantzler, who sold his short story, "Public Service Announcement from: I Am Democracy" to AlienSkin. [Jul 2008]

• Regina Patton, whose short story, "Sister of the Benevolent Gods" is now out in the current issue of Lorelei Signal. {This story was crittered through another workshop before I discovered Critters. It placed in the semi-finals of Writers of the Future Contest. } [Jul 2008]

• Leah Cypess, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Dead Silent" is now out in the current issue of HelixSF. [Jul 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his short story, "Fitter" to Raygun Revival. [Jun 2008]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose short story, "The Creation of God" is now out in the current issue of Burst. [Jun 2008]

• Marjorie Danser, whose novel, "The Eilithia Project" is now out from Double Dragon. [Jun 2008]

• Russell Fellows, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Alien Cafe - The Disconti Incident" to Ray Gun Revival. {Thanks to everyone's comments, I was able to come up with a decent story. Thanks again to all of you! } [Jun 2008]

• Jerry Gordon, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "9th Ward" to The Midnight Diner. {The anthology is scheduled for release in October. Special thanks to Mick Halpin for multiple readings. } [Jun 2008]

• Hank Quense, who reports "Byline has bought my fiction writing article: Daytime TV". {The full name of the article is Daytime TV: A Valuable Addition To The Writers Toolbox. It's a tongue-in-cheek look at how to use daytime tv to improve your writing skills. It will be published later this summer } [Jun 2008]

• Adam Lowe, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Labyrinth of Entrails" to Chimeraworld 5. [Jun 2008]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose short story, "The Master's Eggs" is now out in the current issue of Third Order Magazine. [Jun 2008]

• Chet Gottfried, whose short story, "The Ragnarok Seduction" is now out in the current issue of Polluto. {Although the story wasn't crittered, I like to think that the principles I've learned at Critters made the story possible. Also, Polluto may not pay much, but it is one of the most handsome publications that I've ever seen (or have been printed in). } [Jun 2008]

• Pam Davis, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Light Through Darkness" is now out in the current issue of Mindflights. {This story went through critters quite a while ago (under a different title, which I've now forgotten), so I'm pleased it's found a home. You can find it under my pen name, Pam L. Wallace, at Mindflights.com. Many thanks, as always, for all the useful comments and help from critters. } [Jun 2008]

• Dave Hoing, whose short story, "The Hand of the Dead" is now out in the current issue of Flash Fiction Online. {This piece is actually an essay, but it has enough speculative elements to almost qualify as both genre and fiction. } [Jun 2008]

• Christine L Golden, who sold her short story, "Have a Seat, Please" to Aoife's Kiss- March 2009. {Check out my story -Balance- online right now in the June issue of Alien Skin online magazine. My other sale comes out next year in print...always a nice bonus. } [Jun 2008]

• Frank Dutkiewicz, who sold his short story, "Precious Gift" to Twisted Tongue. [Jun 2008]

• Frank Dutkiewicz, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Changing of the Seasons" is now out in the current issue of Alienskin. [Jun 2008]

• Adam Lowe, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Labyrinth of Entrails" to Chimeraworld #5. [Jun 2008]

• Rebecca Nazar, who reports "I won Sam's Dot 11th Drabble Contest.". [Jun 2008]

• Rebecca Nazar, who sold her short story, "Nemesis Pep Talk" to Lorelei Signal. [Jun 2008]

• J. R. Tomlin, whose short story, "The Case of the Misshapen Rune" is now out in the current issue of Arcane Whispers Volume 1 The Best of Sorcerous Signals 2007. [Jun 2008]

• Carole Ann Moleti, who reports "My article "Graphic Literature: A Blend of Genre, Medium, and Form"". {is now out in The Internet Review of Science Fiction. I learned how to do reviews by being a critter and this is my first pro sale. Here's the link: www.irosf.com/q/zine/article/10423 } [Jun 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "The Yeast of Your Worries" is now out in the current issue of Newmyths. [Jun 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his short story, "Into the Wind" to the Lorelei Signal. {"Into the Wind" will appear in the Oct-Dec 2008 issue of the Lorelei Signal. } [Jun 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Light Echo" to The Fifth Di. {"Light Echo" is now online in the June 2008 issue of The Fifth Di, Samsdotpublishing. Thanks to everyone who critiqued this story! } [Jun 2008]

• Alex F. Fayle, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Soul of Sorcery" to Reflection's Edge. {This is a resubmit of the news because I typed the wrong title for the short story (a little too excited/still asleep when I entered the information). } [May 2008]

• Alex F. Fayle, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sword of Sorcery" to Reflection's Edge. [May 2008]

• Matthew Wimmer, who sold his short story, "My Hand on the Other Side" to Fear and Trembling. [May 2008]

• Jamie Killen Stoops, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Blind Spot" is now out in the current issue of Read by Dawn Volume III. {This anthology is now available from Borders, Barnes and Noble, Amazon.com, etc. Huge thanks to everyone who critiqued this story. } [May 2008]

• Shelley Martinez, who reports "My poem "To All My Clones" was nominated for the 2008 Rhysling Award and will be re-published in an Anthology of Award Nominees in August, 2008.". [May 2008]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "My first audio drama is now available". {My crittered story Third Shift (crittered about four years ago) has been adapted for audio in Pendant Productions Seminar Audio Drama Anthology - Episode 15, and is now available. } [May 2008]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "Vision Quest" to Strange, Weird and Wonderful lMagazine. [May 2008]

• Euan Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Kamaratunga's Masterpiece" to Black Gate. {This story went through the queue a *long* time ago. I sold it once to an anthology--only to see the publishing company go bankrupt. (Doh!) But it's found a home finally, and in a better-paying market as well. :-) } [May 2008]

• Euan Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Kamaratunga's Masterpiece" to Black Gate. {This story went through the queue a *long* time ago. I sold it once to an anthology--only to see the publishing company go bankrupt. (Doh!) But it's found a home finally, and in a better-paying market as well. :-) } [May 2008]

• Scott Davis, who has won the Writers of the Future Honorable Mention award for his short story, "The Third Shadoc War". {The Third Shadoc War earned an Honorable Mention at WOTF. I aiming higher with the crittered story, Our Children will be Lighter Still, submitted to WOTF this quarter. } [May 2008]

• Scott Davis, who has won the Writers of the Future Honorable Mention award for his short story, "The Third Shadoc War". {The Third Shadoc War earned an Honorable Mention at WOTF. I aiming higher with the crittered story, Our Children will be Lighter Still, submitted to WOTF this quarter. } [May 2008]

• Scott Davis, who has won the Writers of the Future Honorable Mention award for his short story, "The Third Shadoc War". {The Third Shadoc War earned an Honorable Mention at WOTF. I aiming higher with the crittered story, Our Children will be Lighter Still, submitted to WOTF this quarter. } [May 2008]

• Scott Davis, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Silence on the Dial" to Nova SciFi. {Silence on the Dial was accepted for publication at Nova SciFi, a sub-genre (Christian SciFi) semi-annual print mag. Check them out at www.NovaSciFi.com. They want a query first, but don't let that discourage you. The query response came quicker than I anticipated, so a couple of critter friends got a quick proofreading that caught some egregious punctuation sins. Many thanks. } [May 2008]

• Scott Davis, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Silence on the Dial" to Nova SciFi. {Silence on the Dial was accepted for publication at Nova SciFi, a sub-genre (Christian SciFi) semi-annual print mag. Check them out at www.NovaSciFi.com. They want a query first, but don't let that discourage you. The query response came quicker than I anticipated, so a couple of critter friends got a quick proofreading that caught some egregious punctuation sins. Many thanks. } [May 2008]

• TW Williams, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "It Could Have Been Love, But the Turtle Broke the Harmonica" to Ray Gun Revival. {Thanks to all my fellow Critters for their input on this story ... the folks at Ray Gun Revival say that it might appear under a different title, and that's OK by me. } [May 2008]

• TW Williams, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "It Could Have Been Love, But the Turtle Broke the Harmonica" to Ray Gun Revival. {Thanks to all my fellow Critters for their input on this story ... the folks at Ray Gun Revival say that it might appear under a different title, and that's OK by me. } [May 2008]

• Garth Upshaw, who reports "Writers of the Future honorable mention for a critter'd short story: Birdsong.". {Thanks for all the good feedback on this story. This is my 2nd Honorable Mention in WotF. Getting closer! Critters rocks. } [May 2008]

• Garth Upshaw, who reports "Writers of the Future honorable mention for a critter'd short story: Birdsong.". {Thanks for all the good feedback on this story. This is my 2nd Honorable Mention in WotF. Getting closer! Critters rocks. } [May 2008]

• Garth Upshaw, who reports "Writers of the Future honorable mention for a critter'd short story: Birdsong.". {Thanks for all the good feedback on this story. This is my 2nd Honorable Mention in WotF. Getting closer! Critters rocks. } [May 2008]

• TW Williams, who sold his short story, "The Second Fire" to Mindflights. [May 2008]

• TW Williams, who sold his short story, "The Second Fire" to Mindflights. [May 2008]

• TW Williams, who sold his short story, "The Second Fire" to Mindflights. [May 2008]

• Sherry Thompson, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Seabird (The Narentan Tumults, Book 1)" is now out from Gryphonwood Press (GA). {Initial inspiration for my YA fantasy Seabird grabbed me in 1979. The characters have shared my life ever since, and they show no signs of departing any time soon! I'm currently revising Seabird's sequel, Earthbow, with more Narentan books planned. Critters reviewed early Seabird chapters in 1998, 2002-2004, & 2007. Seabird was a RFDR in 2002-2003. With so much Critter feedback, I have many co-authors and ghost-writers. Thank you for your hard work and kind advice! Thank you for providing many examples of excellence in fiction-writing. Without your help, no question, I wouldn't be published. SherryT sherryttreehouse AT aol DOT com (See B&N for a decent Book Description) } [May 2008]

• Sherry Thompson, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Seabird (The Narentan Tumults, Book 1)" is now out from Gryphonwood Press (GA). {Initial inspiration for my YA fantasy Seabird grabbed me in 1979. The characters have shared my life ever since, and they show no signs of departing any time soon! I'm currently revising Seabird's sequel, Earthbow, with more Narentan books planned. Critters reviewed early Seabird chapters in 1998, 2002-2004, & 2007. Seabird was a RFDR in 2002-2003. With so much Critter feedback, I have many co-authors and ghost-writers. Thank you for your hard work and kind advice! Thank you for providing many examples of excellence in fiction-writing. Without your help, no question, I wouldn't be published. SherryT sherryttreehouse AT aol DOT com (See B&N for a decent Book Description) } [May 2008]

• Amy Treadwell, who has won the PARSEC Short Story Contest First prize award for her short story, "Guinea". {This piece was not Crittered but working with you all has definitely improved my writing to the point I'm starting to get published! Thank you, Aburt! Also, my story "Nine is Her Number" won second in the same contest. Yikes. Heads up for next year, enter two, and improve your odds. :) } [May 2008]

• Douglas Davidson, who has won the Writers of the Future Honorable Mention award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Dragonsaint". [May 2008]

• Sherry Thompson, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Seabird (The Narentan Tumults, Book 1)" is now out from Gryphonwood Press (GA). {Initial inspiration for my YA fantasy Seabird grabbed me in 1979. The characters have shared my life ever since, and they show no signs of departing any time soon! I'm currently revising Seabird's sequel, Earthbow, with more Narentan books planned. Critters reviewed early Seabird chapters in 1998, 2002-2004, & 2007. Seabird was a RFDR in 2002-2003. With so much Critter feedback, I have many co-authors and ghost-writers. Thank you for your hard work and kind advice! Thank you for providing many examples of excellence in fiction-writing. Without your help, no question, I wouldn't be published. SherryT sherryttreehouse AT aol DOT com (See B&N for a decent Book Description) } [May 2008]

• Leah Cypess, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Shalott's Inn" to Sword & Sorceress 23. {This was crittered back in 2003 -- persistence pays off at last! } [May 2008]

• Martin Slusser, who reports "compliments from editor, and my thanks to you folks!". {Happy Sunday, Brenna and Martin -- Attached is the final edits copy of Ranger Annie and the Werepuppy. I made a pass with Track Changes, sent it to Martin with some questions, he sent it back to me with changes and responses to my questions. I turned off Track Changes, adjusted some punctuation and cleaned up the comments/questions/accepted changes. Nifty little story. The progression from thinking it's only imagination to something truly scary is nice and smooth. Thanks for letting me work on it. Michelle Levigne } [May 2008]

• Amy Treadwell, who reports "My story "Spindle's End" was chosen for Honorable Mention in Writers of the Future Contest.". {This story was Crittered about a year ago. Your feedback definitely made this one come together. Thanks to all who read it! } [May 2008]

• Constance (C. L.) Rossman, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Milk-toothed"" to SF AFterburn . {"Milk-toothed" was Critter'd only about a year ago, and some of you may remember it. Your help was outstanding, thank you again. This was actually one of two short stories (both Critter'd) which sold within one week of each other to different SF mags. It's the most outsanding succcess I've had in short fiction yet. } [May 2008]

• Constance (C. L. ) Rossman, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Rough Company"" to Golden Visions magazine. {This is actually one of two stories which sold the same week. The other went to SF Afterburn. "Rough Company" will be published in Golden Visions this July, 2008. Thanks so much to the Critters who helped with this story. It was submitted a couple of years ago for critqueing. } [May 2008]

• Garth Upshaw, whose short story, "Birdwatcher" is now out in the current issue of Clarkeworld. {The story can be viewed at: www.clarkesworldmagazine.com } [May 2008]

• Joseph Swope, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Need for Magic" to Synergebooks. [May 2008]

• Adam Lowe, who sold his novel, "Troglodyte Rose" to CROSSING CHAOS enigmatic ink. [May 2008]

• Euan Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Crocs, Monkeys, Black Vans, and Missing Kids" to Realms of Fantasy. {This story went through the crit queue as HARRY AND THE MONKEY. Many thanks to everyone who critted it. } [May 2008]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Digging for Paradise" to Realms of Fantasy. {My thanks to those who critiqued this novelette last year. } [May 2008]

• Larry Hodges, who reports "I've been accepted and will attend the Taos Toolbox Writers Workshop.". {I'll be attending the Taos Toolbox Writer's Workshop this summer in Taos Ski Valley, NM, June 8-21, with Walter Jon Williams, Kelly Link and guest lecturer Stephen Donaldson. I'll also be at The Never-Ending Odyssey workshop for Odyssey Workshop grads, Manchester, NH, July 18-26. And perhaps I'll see some of you at the World SF Convention in Denver, Aug. 6-10, or at Balticon, May 23-25. } [May 2008]

• Larry Hodges, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Ghosts of Cretaceous Park" is now out in the current issue of Abyss & Apex. [May 2008]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Haunts of Albert Einstein" to On the Brighter Side. [May 2008]

• David Seigler, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Shedding Skin" is now out in the current issue of Neo-opsis. [May 2008]

• Jan Clark, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "The Door in the Sky" to Windstorm Creative. {Windstorm has accepted The Door in the Sky, the second book in my Hall of Doors series of children's chapter books. JW Kalin will be illustrating the book, as he did book one, The Mountains of the Moon. Many thanks to all the Critters for their help. } [May 2008]

• Valerie Estelle Frankel, who has won the Indie Excellence 2008 Book award for her (Critter'd) novel, "Henry Potty and the Pet Rock: An Unauthorized Harry Potter Parody". [May 2008]

• Benjamin Crowell, who sold his short story, "Whatness" to Asimov's. [May 2008]

• Leah Cypess, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Brushes With Magic" to Cat Tales. [May 2008]

• Sheila Crosby, who has won the an honerable mention at On The Premises mini contest 5 award for her short story, "The kitchen". [May 2008]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his short story, "Sky Dive" to Spaceports & Spidersilk. [May 2008]

• Dwayne Minton, who sold his short story, "Two Drawers Down from the Butcher Block" to Postcards from.... {This is my first professional rate sale! } [May 2008]

• David Neuburger, who sold his short story, "Good Intentions" to Golden Visions Magazine of Science Fiction and Fantasy . {Thanks to everyone for your thoughtful comments on the works I have submitted. While I didn't critter this story, the help I've received on the others has been truly helpful and appreciated :-) } [May 2008]

• Hank Quense, who reports "Absolute Write will re-publish my article Story Construction. It was originally published in Writers Journal". [May 2008]

• Dorine Ratulangie, whose poem, "they sing" is now out in the current issue of Illumen. [May 2008]

• Kevin Anderson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Blood, Gridlock and PEZ" is now out in the current issue of The Written Word #10. [May 2008]

• Kevin Anderson, who sold his short story, "Framing and Mounting Faries" to On The Brighter Side. [May 2008]

• Alastair Mayer, who has won the Honorable Mention, Writers of the Future award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Into the Fire". [May 2008]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, whose short story, "Angelic" is now out in the current issue of Yellow Mama. {A friend had challenged me to write a horror story with a bit of an erotic flair in one hour. Yellow Mama liked it enough to print it. The web site is blackpetalsks.tripod.com/yellowmama/id131.html. Thanks, Critters! } [May 2008]

• J. R. Tomlin, whose short story, "Assassin's Mark" is now out in the current issue of Sorcerous Signals. {Also received Honorable Mention in the WotF for a crittered story "uncertain Harvest." } [May 2008]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, whose short story, "Angelic" is now out in the current issue of Yellow Mama. {A friend had challenged me to write a horror story with a bit of an erotic flair in one hour. Yellow Mama liked it enough to print it. The web site is blackpetalsks.tripod.com/yellowmama/id131.html. Thanks, Critters! } [May 2008]

• Michael A. Heald, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Coca Leaf and Hydrocarbons" to Mindflights. {Thank you to the Critters who gave help with this story. Providing a critique for a 13,000-word story is time consuming. Thank you. } [May 2008]

• Amy Treadwell, who sold her short story, "Nine is Her Number" to the Triangulation Anthology. [May 2008]

• Jo Thomas, who sold her short story, "The Big, Bad Wolf" to Drollerie Press (Little Red Riding Hood Anthology). [Apr 2008]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, whose short story, "Angelic" is now out in the current issue of Yellow Mama. {A friend had challenged me to write a horror story with a bit of an erotic flair in one hour. Yellow Mama liked it enough to print it. The web site is blackpetalsks.tripod.com/yellowmama/id131.html. Thanks, Critters! } [Apr 2008]

• Cheryl McCreary, whose short story, "Rumbling On" is now out in the current issue of Fictitious Force #5. [Apr 2008]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Lifespeed" to Analog. {Thanks again Critters for helping me polish this story. } [Apr 2008]

• Shawn Turner, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dead Air" to Golden Visions Magazine. {This story will appear in the July 2008 print edition. Thanks so much to all those Critters who took the time to critique this story. } [Apr 2008]

• Chuck Rothman, who sold his short story, "Regular Guy"" to On the Brighter Side. {I actually wrote and sold this story about 15 years ago to an anthology. Bad news: the anthology fell through. Good news: I goI got to keep my payment and the rights were returned. Now I'm getting a second sale from it. Patience is often rewarded in this business. } [Apr 2008]

• Michael Anthony, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "New Ezekiel" to Necrology Magazine. [Apr 2008]

• Tabatha Schroeder, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Surrender Hope" to Golden Visions Magazine. {The story will be in their online edition in July. Thank you so much to everyone who critiqued this piece and all my other stories. } [Apr 2008]

• Richard S Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Above the Mississippi" to Goden Visions Magazine. {This story will appear in the July 2008 issue of Golden Visions Magazine. } [Apr 2008]

• James R. Kristofic, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Shooting Way" to Necrotic Tissue magazine. [Apr 2008]

• Bill Siderski, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Grownup Food" to Golden Visions Magazine. {I'm pleased that my story is included in their Reader's Choice contest. If you haven't already, head on over to goldenvisionsmagazine.biz/April08flashes, or go to the main page and use the 'Five Stories' tab. Then vote for your favorite! } [Apr 2008]

• R. Scott McCoy, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Good Dog" to Shroud Publishing's Abomination Anthology. [Apr 2008]

• Michael Anthony, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Twilight on Phobos" to Afterburn SF. [Apr 2008]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, whose short story, "Angelic" is now out in the current issue of Yellow Mama. {A friend had challenged me to write a horror story with a bit of an erotic flair in one hour. Yellow Mama liked it enough to print it. The web site is blackpetalsks.tripod.com/yellowmama/id131.html. Thanks, Critters! } [Apr 2008]

• Rick Farnsworth, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "BEKs" to Shroud's Abominations Anthology. [Apr 2008]

• Hazel Ong, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Roses" is now out in the current issue of Sybil's Garage. {This was crittered as "Red Rose". Thanks to all the people who critted it. If it hadn't been for your encouragement, I'd never have dared to send out the story time and time again! Persistance does pay! } [Apr 2008]

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• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his short story, "Lobo´s Tale" to CatsCurious Press. {My story was the one selected for the latest CatsCurious project (www.catscuriouspress.com/guidelines.aspx) and I´ll be sharing a cover with Jim C. Hines! This is my first pro-rate sale. Thanks again to all the Critters who´ve helped me these last few years! } [Apr 2008]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Food for Thought" to Baen's Universe. {Yet again, thank you Critters for the help. } [Apr 2008]

• Joseph Swope, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Puppet's Soul" to Spinetingler Magazine. [Apr 2008]

• Marguerite Croft, who reports "I was accepted to Clarion West.". {Thanks to everyone who has critted stories for me over the years; you've all helped me become a better writer. } [Apr 2008]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, whose short story, "Vultures" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin. {It's a flash piece ... now I have to work on selling them a longer story. } [Apr 2008]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, whose short story, "Troubles" is now out in the current issue of Necrotic Tissue. {I'd heartily recommend checking out Necrotic Tissue's second issue. It's a very high-quality e-zine, and it's free. It's over at NecroticTissue.com } [Apr 2008]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "See below for the titles" to Help Anthology. {Actually, the Help Anthology accepted three of my stories -- "The Prize", which is coming up for crittering, "Streetwalker", a Crittered story published by Serpentarius, and "Dead Meat", my goofy Zombie Cow story. All proceeds go towards helping Preditors & Editors with their legal costs in the Publish America lawsuit. } [Apr 2008]

• Hank Quense, who sold his short story, "Fast Living" to Flash FIction Online. [Mar 2008]

• JA Howe, who sold her short story, "Flame in the Night Regions" to Drollerie Press. [Mar 2008]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his short story, "Resignation Letter" to Midnight Horror. {I've gotten a lot of help from Critters on many stories and I dothank all of you. } [Mar 2008]

• John W. S. Marvin, whose short story, "A Swift, Sharp, Shark" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions. [Mar 2008]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Knees" is now out in the current issue of Aoife's Kiss. [Mar 2008]

• Adam Lowe, who reports "I sold my essay 'From Wings to Cyberspace: Teledildonics & the Gendered Body' to the University of Texas' textbook, Queering the Fantastic". [Mar 2008]

• Adam Lowe, who has won the Spectrum Silver Editorial award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Singer". [Mar 2008]

• Adam Lowe, who sold his screenplay, "The Book" to The Chris James Group (Producers). [Mar 2008]

• Adam Lowe, who sold his stageplay, "Tales of Iris: A Redneck Rebirth" to University of Leeds, New Stages Festival. [Mar 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Identity Wash" to Tower of Light. {Thanks for your help on the story. } [Mar 2008]

• Rick Farnsworth, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Gift of the Bouda" to The Beast Within. {The TOC for TBW was posted last week, and I'm happy to report that I (and a few other critters) made it! Thanks to all who helped. } [Mar 2008]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who reports "A Rhysling Nomination for "Space Envelopes"". {This poem, a collaborative venture between my daughter, Willow Katsumi Relf-Discartin, originally appeared in Sporty Spec, edited by Karen Romanko. } [Mar 2008]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, whose novel, "Blood Journey" is now out from Sam's Dot Publishing. [Mar 2008]

• Ryan Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Sorrowless Thief"" to Black Gate. [Mar 2008]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his short story, "Kroop and the Master of Games" to Beyond Centauri. [Mar 2008]

• Matthew W. Quinn, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Nicor" to Flashing Swords. [Mar 2008]

• Matthew W. Quinn, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Lord Giovanni's Daughter" to Flashing Swords. [Mar 2008]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her short story, "Zoo You" to Alpha Centauri. {This piece was written in a flash fiction course and critiqued there. :) Sheri } [Mar 2008]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her short story, "Zoo You" to Alpha Centauri. {This piece was written in a flash fiction course and critiqued there. :) Sheri } [Mar 2008]

• Mark Lawrence Suplinskas, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Ambassador"" to Afterburn SF. [Mar 2008]

• Michael Anthony, who sold his short story, "The Guardian" to Pseudopod. [Mar 2008]

• Hazel Ong, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Maimed" is now out in the current issue of Murky Depths. {This was crittered under the title of "In a Fall of Sunset Light". Thanks so much, all! } [Mar 2008]

• Jim Stewart, whose short story, "I Can't Look at the City" is now out in the current issue of Apex Digest. {The story is in Issue 11, which will be out in mid to late march. } [Mar 2008]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "We. They." to Hub Magazine. [Mar 2008]

• Robert Palmer, whose short story, "Need Not Apply" is now out in the current issue of WWW.THUGLIT.COM. [Mar 2008]

• Joe Murphy, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Horned Toad and the Hubcap" to Realms of Fantasy. [Mar 2008]

• Dal Jeanis, who has won the WOTF Honorable Mention award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Cada Aranya". {The piece was made so much better by the input of all my critters! } [Mar 2008]

• Michael Anthony, whose short story, "Don't Leave, She Said" is now out in the current issue of Desolate Places anthology from Hadley Rille Books (http://www.hadleyrillebooks.com/). [Mar 2008]

• Regina Patton, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sister of the Benevolent Gods" to Lorelei Signal. {It will be in the July/September 2008 issue on-line. } [Mar 2008]

• Jeff Soesbe, who reports "Honorable Mention in Writers of the Future". {My Critter'd short story "This Moment, and the Times Before" received an Honorable Mention in Writers of the Future for the first quarter of 2008. Thanks to Critters for helping make it a better story! } [Mar 2008]

• Dorine Ratulangie, whose poem, "0559" is now out in the current issue of Aoife's Kiss. [Mar 2008]

• Scott W. Baker, whose short story, "Faerie Belches" is now out in the current issue of Spaceports and Spidersilk (formerly KidVisions). [Mar 2008]

• Dorine Ratulangie, whose poem, "There will be poetry" is now out in the current issue of MindFlights. [Feb 2008]

• Simon Cooper, who sold his short story, "Little Marvin's Private Dancer" to Postcards From... (The Hell of Uranus). [Feb 2008]

• Michael Greenhut, who sold his short story, "Think Fast" to Greatest Uncommon Denominator. [Feb 2008]

• Michael Greenhut, who sold his short story, "Watermark" to Fantasy Magazine. [Feb 2008]

• Benjamin Crowell, who sold his short story, "Running" to Strange Horizons. [Feb 2008]

• Jo Thomas, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Ally-Ally-Oh" is now out in the current issue of Neonbeam. {Available from 15th March. Thanks for all the help! } [Feb 2008]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Greenwich Nasty Time" to Analog. {Once again, thanks Critters for your help with the rewrite. } [Feb 2008]

• Carl Slaughter, who reports "I am launching Science Fiction Showcase, www.ScienceFictionShowcase.com, ScienceFictionShowcase@Yahoo.com, to promote the hard science fiction short stories of new and unestablished authors". [Feb 2008]

• Michael Stone, who reports "I have a collection out from Baysgarth Press. It’s called FOURTOLD and consists of four novella length stories, all of them critiqued at one stage or another. The prologue is by the World Fantasy Award-winning fantasist Garry Kilworth and the cover was commissioned from Stephen Player, best known for his work on Terry Pratchett spin-offs. FOURTOLD is only available in hardcover at the moment, but a paperback will follow soon. Go to www.baysgarthpublications.com and click on the catalogue page to check out the awesome cover. Thanks!". [Feb 2008]

• Travis L Heermann, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Fragile" to On the Premises. [Feb 2008]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "I learned over the weekend that I made it to the semi-finals of the 1st quarter of the 2008 WOTF contest with a crittered short SF story of mine, "Ra-Gho-Zu." I've worked on this story on and off among others. I want to thank again all those Critters who took an interest in one incarnation or another and offered constructive feedback. I will shop this story to some pro markets, but I'm waiting for K.D. Wentworth's crit to come in a few weeks before I do. I hope to submit to WOTF again, but I'm starting to shift to novels and I'm juggling film scripts, too. I'll see how it all works out.". [Feb 2008]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who reports "My friend, the poet, and other poems about people I think I know". {My collection of horror, SF, spec, and fantasy poems will be published by Sam's Dot Publishing this spring! } [Feb 2008]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who reports "Blood Journey". {Blood Journey, a vampire novel co-authored with Henry Lewis Sanders, will be published by Sam's Dot Publishing this spring! } [Feb 2008]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who reports "My collection of columns on writing, Poet's Workshop--and Beyond will be released this month from Sam's Dot Publishing". {NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: February 14, 2008 Terrie Leigh Relf: 619-234-0763 tlrelf@gmail.com Tyree Campbell, Managing Editor tyreeatsamsdotpublishingdotcom Beyond the Workshop by Terrie Leigh Relf, M.A. to be released from Sam’s Dot Publishing Terrie Leigh Relf’s Beyond the Workshop will be released on approximately February 15, 2008 through Sam’s Dot Publishing. This writing handbook contains many of her previously published columns, and is divided into five chapters: “On Writing Poetry”; “The Fictional Universe”; “The Horror Realm”; “The Science and Speculative Fiction and Poetry Realm”; and “Business Stuff: You Mean People Can Really Make a Living Doing This?”. There is also a section with questions and responses: “Q & A: There’s no such thing as a Stoopid Question”, and a short section with “Writing Exercises”. The cover art is by Lawrence Hollien, a California artist whose work has appeared on several covers. For more information, visit his website at: lawrenceholliendotcom. For over ten years, Relf has been a staff editor/writer, and/or contributing writer for at a variety of publications which include: Absolutewrite.com; City Works, San Diego City College’s Literary Arts Journal; FireWeed, Mindfire-Renewed’s Literary Arts Newsletter; Mindfire-Renewed; Musings; NFG; Sam’s Dot Publishing; Tales from the Moonlit Path, The Espresso, San Diego’s Newspaper of Coffee and Café Culture; Vision Magazine; writersmonthly.us; and writeronline.com. Currently, she is the poetry editor for Tales from the Moonlit Path, the editor for HUNGUR Magazine (SDP), The Drabble (SDP), and associate editor for Sounds of the Night (SDP) and Hahaku (SDP). She is also an editor for Sam’s Dot Publication’s Special Projects Division. Terrie Leigh Relf was born in Coronado, CA, and raised in La Jolla, CA. Currently, she lives in Ocean Beach, in San Diego, CA. She has a bachelors in Buddhist and Western Psychology and Buddhist Studies from Naropa University (formerly Naropa Institute), and a Master of Arts in English with an emphasis in Rhetoric & Writing from San Diego State University. An educator for over fifteen years, she currently teaches English Composition and Critical Thinking at San Diego City College, as well as Academic and Urban Writing at Woodbury University of Architecture & Design. She is an active life-time member of the Science Fiction Poetry Association, and has been nominated for a Rhysling Award, a James B. Baker Award, as well as two Preditors & Editors Awards. More recently, she won a Doorways Magazine poetry contest for “Dali’s Nightmare”. With close to nine-hundred publishing credits, Relf has most recently been published in Doorways Magazine, Niteblade, Radiant Turnstile, Sporty Spec, Tales of the Talisman, The Harrow, The Sword Review, Transparent Words, and various online and print zines including those published under the auspices of Sam’s Dot Publishing. Sam's Dot Publishing is the linear descendant of ProMart Publishing, founded by the late James B. Baker. A small, independent press, Sam's Dot has released approximately a hundred titles, including novels, anthologies, and collections, as well as science fiction/fantasy magazines such as Aoife's Kiss, Beyond Centauri, Sounds of the Night, and Hungur Magazine (this last edited by Ms Relf). For more information, visit the Sam’s Dot Publishing’s website at samsdotpublishingdotcom. } [Feb 2008]

• Adam Colston, who sold his short story, "Our World" to Postcards From...(the Hell of Uranus). {This is my first PRO-RATE sale, sadly not SFWA approved pro-market, but hey.. Not a crittered story--but I couldn't have done it without critters. } [Feb 2008]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "What's a Few Tentacles Between Friends?" to Cross Genre Cthulu. [Feb 2008]

• Jeff Soesbe, whose short story, "Apologies All Around" is now out in the current issue of Flash Fiction Online. {The story is in the February 2008 issue, available at their website (flashfictiononline dot com). There are other good stories there as well. Check em out! } [Feb 2008]

• Rick Farnsworth, who reports "I was accepted as a member of the Horror Writers Association". {Membership into HWA (as an affiliate) for me, wouldn't have been possible without critters (and the qualifying sale to Nossa Morte!). Thanks to everyone who's helped me improve, both through critting my work and allowing me to learn through your writing as well. } [Feb 2008]

• Rick Farnsworth, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Succumbing to Gravity" is now out in the current issue of Nossa Morte (http://nossamorte.com/index.html). [Feb 2008]

• Chet Gottfried, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Amoeba Rules" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin. {>From having been crittered, naturally the story became better and was able to find a good home. Thank you all! } [Feb 2008]

• Chet Gottfried, whose short story, "Home, Home on the Brain" is now out in the current issue of Serpentarius. {Although the story wasn't crittered, Critter friends reviewed it for me, so I consider it part of the greater family of Critter stories. } [Feb 2008]

• Mary Catelli, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Among the Wastes of Time" to Warrior Wisewoman. [Feb 2008]

• Tony Pi, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Stilts and Straw" to Flashing Swords. [Feb 2008]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sacred Skin" to Chilling Tales magazine. {The fourth outing for this particular story. Wish all my tales were this popular! } [Feb 2008]

• David R. Bridgette, who sold his short story, "Dean The Space Rogue" to Ray Gun Revival. {This one will be appearing under my Andy Heizeler pseudonymn and is the first in the Dean the Space Rogue series. I found Ray Gun Revival a fantastic magazine to work with, only a six day turn around on the MS! Semi-Pro market, well worth your time. } [Feb 2008]

• Frank Dukiewicz, who sold his short story, " "Wizard's Brew"" to Alienskin. {This is a Cirole the dragon story and is out in this months issue. } [Feb 2008]

• Frank Dukiewicz, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Lost Potential" to Goldenvisions Magazine. [Feb 2008]

• Bill Siderski, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Carpet" is now out in the current issue of Golden Visions Magazine. {This was one of my first stories through Critters, and I'm pleased it has finally found a good home. I'm doubly pleased it was included in their premier issue. } [Feb 2008]

• Colin Harvey, who reports "I've sold an anthology ". {Killers, an anthology of crime stories with speculative/paranormal elements will be published in September 2008 by Swimming Kangaroo Books, as a POD paperback, e-book and signed numbered limited edition. As well as Nebula, World Fantasy and Bram Stoker Award winners such as Bruce Holland Rogers and Lee Thomas, the anthology includes stories by no less than four -yes, four- Critters. All the writers made it on merit, not because they were Critters, but I guess the two are synonymous. There are some terrific stories from Charlie Allery, Eugie Foster and Philip J. Lees. I'm proud of them. } [Feb 2008]

• Michael Stone, who sold his short story, "Like Cat and Dog" to The Beast Within. [Jan 2008]

• Jarrah Moore, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Horse of Souls" is now out in the current issue of Aurealis. [Jan 2008]

• Ted Davis, who reports "My reality show, UFO Hunters, is premiering on the SciFi Channel TONIGHT!!!". {That's Wednesday, January 30 at 10PM EST on the SciFi Channel. Please check it out and I hope you enjoy. } [Jan 2008]

• Wendy Palmer, whose novel, "After the Dragon" is now out from Books for a Book. {It's available online at www.booksforabuck.com in e-book format, with printed format to follow. } [Jan 2008]

• Simon Cooper, who sold his short story, "Silvermesh" to Electric Spec. [Jan 2008]

• Marcy Arlin, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Oldish Woman Leaves Earth" is now out in the current issue of Man.In.Fest Theater Magazine. {It's the official magazine of experimental plays, published in Romania, of the ManInFest Experimental Theater Festival in October. Thanks all!!! } [Jan 2008]

• Benjamin Crowell, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Deep End" to Electric Spec. [Jan 2008]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Parasite" to Necrotic Tissue. [Jan 2008]

• Michael A. Heald, whose (Critter'd) novel, "A Rumor of Dragons" is now out from Lulu. {I'd like to thank the Critters who gave me feedback with this novel. It was fun and the result has turned to be worth the effort! } [Jan 2008]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his short story, "The Master's Eggs" to Third Order. [Jan 2008]

• Michael A. Heald, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Snows of Earth" to Atomjack. {I want to thank each critter who helped with this story. The critiques I received were invaluable during the rewrite process. } [Jan 2008]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Ghosts of Cretaceous Park" to Abyss & Apex. {I've also had five other recently published stories: -"Counting Sheep," Beyond Centauri Magazine, January, 2008. (It was crittered.) It's the cover story – the title and my name is on the cover! -"Happily and Righteously," Blood, Blade & Thruster Magazine, December, 2007. -"Ping-Pong Ambition," Sporty Spec: Games of the Fantastic, November 2007. (It was crittered.) -"Forever Underfoot," Afterburn SF, Fall, 2007. (It was crittered.) -"There Once Was a Cowboy," Space Westerns, November 2007. -"Forever Underfoot," Afterburn SF, September 2007. (It was crittered.) } [Jan 2008]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Micro Expressions" to Cosmos Magazine. {Thanks again, Aburt! } [Jan 2008]

• Jeff Soesbe, who sold his short story, "Apologies All Around" to Flash Fiction Online. {It's my first sale! Woohoo! } [Jan 2008]

• Larry Hodges, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Forever Underfoot" is now out in the current issue of Afterburn SF. [Jan 2008]

• Larry Hodges, who has won the Space Westerns Limerick Contest award for his short story, "There Once Was a Cowboy". [Jan 2008]

• Larry Hodges, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Ping-Pong Ambition" is now out in the current issue of Sporty Spec: Games of the Fantastic. [Jan 2008]

• Larry Hodges, whose short story, " Happily and Righteously" is now out in the current issue of Blood, Blade & Thruster. [Jan 2008]

• Larry Hodges, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Counting Sheep" is now out in the current issue of Beyond Centauri. [Jan 2008]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Ghosts of Cretaceous Park" to Abyss & Apex. [Jan 2008]

• David Bridgette, who sold his short story, "Fatal Wager" to Wild Child Press. [Jan 2008]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his short story, "Souls of the Harvest" to Flash Fiction Online. [Jan 2008]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Healer" to PostScripts. {This story was also first accepted by Interzone, but later withdrawn for personal reasons before publication. It was crittered a while back, and the comments were very helpful. } [Jan 2008]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his short story, "Ne Cadant In Obscurum" to PostScripts. {This story was originally accepted by Interzone, but was withdrawn for personal reasons before publication. } [Jan 2008]

• Ted Davis, who reports "My reality TV show, UFO Hunters, is coming to the SciFi Channel in 2008!". {Look for more information and updates on www.scifi.com/ufohunters Sure I'm still unpublished, but this will pass the time for now. I hope you will watch and if you do I hope you enjoy it. } [Jan 2008]

• Patrick G. Rabe, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Deep Scars Like Kaleidoscopes" to Black Ink Horror. {The story has been scheduled for issue #5 (should be out late summer-ish). I got the acceptance less than a week before the story went out through the queue. I didn't want to say anything about it until people had had a chance to crit it. I'll be able to use what Critters say about it to revise it. } [Jan 2008]

• Dorine Ratulangie, who sold her poem, "Shadowsun" to Sorcerous Signals. [Jan 2008]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Cut Loose the Bonds of Flesh and Bone" to Asimov's. {This is my sixth sale to Asimov's and they've all been improved by going through Critters. I continue to value the feedback I receive here. Thanks to everyone! } [Jan 2008]

• Regina Patton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Derby" is now out in the current issue of Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine (#33). {Thank you to all those who critiqued it. } [Jan 2008]

• Jamie Killen Stoops, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Blind Spot" to Read by Dawn Volume III. {Thanks so much to everyone who critiqued this story. } [Jan 2008]

• Andrew Nicolle, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Heavy Rains (audio reprint)" is now out in the current issue of Pseudopod. [Jan 2008]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "Seismic Morality"" to Raygun Revival. {This is my third story to appear in Raygun Revival. } [Jan 2008]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "Awestruck Books requested a novel sequel to the one I just contracted for with with them, Veracity In Truth. And, Uncial Press also wants a novel now, as well.". [Jan 2008]

• Travis L Heermann, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Zombies on a Plane" to The Harrow. [Jan 2008]

• Travis L Heermann, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "That Long Black Train" to Cemetery Dance. [Jan 2008]

• Tony Williams, who sold his short story, "Forever Fall" to AlienSkin. [Jan 2008]

• Tony Williams, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Fortune's Favor" to Allegory. {Thanks to all those who crittered this story, which is in the current Allegory issue. } [Jan 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Branches of the Past" is now out in the current issue of Raven Electrick. [Jan 2008]

• Kim Lundstrom, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Detour" is now out in the current issue of Residential Aliens. {Thanks so much to all the Critters who helped me with this story! } [Jan 2008]

• Mark Lawrence Suplinskas, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Skipper" to Martian Wave - Sam Dot Publishing. [Jan 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Anonymous" to Golden Visions Magazine. [Jan 2008]

• Andrew Nicolle, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Heavy Rains (audio reprint)" to Pseudopod. [Jan 2008]

• J. R. Tomlin, who sold her short story, "Assassin's Mark" to Sorcerous Signals. [Jan 2008]

• Mark Suplinskas, whose (Critter'd) short story, "USS Endurance"" is now out in the current issue of Bewildering Stories - Issue 292. [Jan 2008]

• Mark Suplinskas, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Trouble with Muses"" to Beyond Centauri - Sam's Dot Publishing. [Jan 2008]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Three Goblets" to Flashing Swords. {Thanks for your help on the story, guys. } [Dec 2007]

• Tarl Kudrick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Pocketful of Silence" to Anotherealm. {Lots of advice from Critters helped this story sell. Ideas from several of you are in the version that sold. Genuine thanks to all! And keep believing in yourself. This one was rejected eight times before it sold. } [Dec 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "What a Tangled Web We Weave" to Anotherealm. [Dec 2007]

• Adam La Rusic, whose poem, "Memes: You Are Being Infected"" is now out in the current issue of Neo-Opsis. [Dec 2007]

• Michael Anthony, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Night of the Cheddar Moon" is now out in the current issue of Dark Distortions I from Scotopia Press. {Thanks for the helpful critiques. This Anthology now available for preorder through scotopiapress.com } [Dec 2007]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her short story, "The Appliance of Science" to Escape Velocity. [Dec 2007]

• Brian Salyards, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Art of Peace" is now out in the current issue of Red Jack Books' online anthology Anathema. {This is my second sale. The story was originally crittered as Chicken Soup for the Xenophobe's Soul, and the critters' input was very helpful. The story may appear in a print version of the anthology at some point. } [Dec 2007]

• Mike Rimar, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Price of Victory" to Golden Visions Magazine. [Dec 2007]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "My short story, Soap Bubbles, has made it to the final reading pool at Dark Recesses Magazine.". [Dec 2007]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his novel, "Veracity In Truth" to Awestruck Books. [Dec 2007]

• Richard S. Levine, whose short story, "A Comic on Phobos" is now out in the current issue of Wondrous Web Worlds Vol. 7 - Samsdotpublishing. {"A Comic on Phobos" was nominated for best story of 2006 by Samsdotpublishing.com. It is now out in their anthology print edition, "Wondrous Web Worlds, Vol. 7", in their Genre Mall. } [Dec 2007]

• Tracy Canfield, who sold her short story, "Starship Down" to Analog. [Dec 2007]

• Dennis R. Upkins, who reports "sold his article "Diplomatic Critiques" to Art & Prose Magazine.". {This article was based on my critiquing experiences here on Critters. } [Dec 2007]

• Adam Colston, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "An Empty Kind Of Love" to Escape Velocity. {Whilst not a pro-paying market (the story wasn't that good!) this represents my first sale! So I am WRAPPED. Thanks to everyone who helped.Thank you critters. Adam. } [Dec 2007]

• Sonia Helbig, who has won the Writers of the Future, 2nd Place, 4th Quarter, 2007 award for her (Critter'd) short story, "Crown of Thorns". [Dec 2007]

• J. R. Tomlin, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Warrior's Duty" to Swimming Kangaroo Books. {I'm not sure your attitude toward "royalties only" book sales. Some don't consider those paying so if you want to not include this that's understandable. } [Dec 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Vita Longa" to Analog. {Once more, thank you Critters for your critiques which lead to a major [much needed] rewrite of the story. } [Dec 2007]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Migrant" to TQR Stories. {I'm the first writer to sell three stories to this august organ. Not that I'm bragging or anything, like, y'know. But still, not bad, eh? } [Dec 2007]

• Cathy Chance, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Call Signs" to Afterburn SF. {This story was originally "Gamer". Thanks to everyone who critted! } [Dec 2007]

• Ramon Rozas III, who sold his short story, "Noobs" to Atomjack Magazine. [Dec 2007]

• Tony Pi, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Aesop's Last Fable" to On Spec. [Dec 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Yeast of Your Worries" to Newmyths.com. [Dec 2007]

• J. R. Tomlin, whose short story, "Case of the Misshapen Rune" is now out in the current issue of Sorcerous Signals. [Dec 2007]

• Gerard Brennan, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Possession, Obsession and a Diesel Compression Engine" is now out in the current issue of Baysgarth Publications. {Well, it's not really a novel, but my choices were limited. PODCE is my first short story collection. The chapbook contains the crittered story, ROAD RAGE, and five other Horror-Comedy shorts. To buy it, log on to www.gerardbrennan.co.uk And I'd like to especially thank my critter colleague and good friend, Mike Stone, for helping me improve each of the stories in one mad week. You're a saint, sir. } [Dec 2007]

• Simon Cooper, whose short story, "Love at Universe's End" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin. {This is my first sale so I'm well pleased. Although this one wasn't crittered, my writing has got a lot better since joining Critters. Thanks everyone. } [Dec 2007]

• Chad Weiss, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Hersirs and Heroes" to Flashing Swords Magazine. [Dec 2007]

• Gary J Beharry, whose short story, "The Last Pair of Parachute Pants" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin Magazine. [Dec 2007]

• Valerie Estelle Frankel, who has won the Award-Winning Finalist in the "Children's Novelty & Gift Books" category. (Awarded by USA Book News). award for her (Critter'd) novel, "Henry Potty and the Pet Rock: An Unauthorized Harry Potter Parody". [Dec 2007]

• Kevin Anderson, who sold his short story, "The Lure of Heaven" to Well Told Tales. [Dec 2007]

• Kevin Anderson, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Blood, Gridlock and PEZ" to Pseudopod. [Dec 2007]

• Adam La Rusic, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Last Fare" is now out in the current issue of Alienskin magazine. [Dec 2007]

• Jo Thomas, whose short story, "The Girl From Yesterday" is now out in the current issue of The Ranfurly Review (http://www.ranfurly-review.co.uk/). {Thanks for the help with crittering my other work and for the practice of crittering yours. Long may it continue. } [Dec 2007]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, who reports "I was accepted into the Horror Writers Association". {Membership in Critters makes a world of difference in the quality of my writing. } [Dec 2007]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, who sold his short story, "In Dark Places" to Serpentarius Magazine. {Many thanks to the critters who helped to point out those pesky problem areas in my writing. } [Dec 2007]

• Anita Siraki, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Widow" to The Lorelei Signal. [Dec 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Hidden Answers" is now out in the current issue of Space Westerns (www.spacewesterns.com). [Nov 2007]

• Rick Farnsworth, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Party Favors" to Thuglit. [Nov 2007]

• Michael Savastano, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Spurling's Virus" to Dred. [Nov 2007]

• Gerard Brennan, who reports "The Arts Council of Northern Ireland is funding the completion of my novel, PIRANHAS, which is currently going into the Critter queue, chapter by chapter. Thanks to everyone who helped shape those early chapters which I submitted with my application for funding.". [Nov 2007]

• Mary Catelli, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Drunken Mermaids" is now out in the current issue of Weird Tales. [Nov 2007]

• Lara Frater, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Real Estate Market" to Necrotic Tissue. [Nov 2007]

• Mark Spezzano, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Unwold the Unlucky" to Chaos Theory: Tales Askew. {Unwold the Unlucky is currently on the Chaos Theory website in Issue #10. Many, many thanks to all those who critiqued the story. It's my first sale, so I'm extremely happy! Perseverance does pay off. Over the last 18 months, I've had some 48 rejections for various submissions before this sale. } [Nov 2007]

• Mark Lawrence Suplinskas, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Basement"" is now out in the current issue of Bewildering Stories. {I don't believe that 'The Basement' was Crittered, though it may have been 'way back'. However, what has made the above 'first steps' possible was the privilage of being allowed to read and comment upon other new author's manuscripts. Being 'Crittered' is good. Learning to 'Critter' well is better! Mark Lawrence Suplinskas } [Nov 2007]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, who sold his short story, "Home" to Necrotic Tissue. {I suggest stopping by to view Necrotic Tissue's inaugural issue on January 1st, 2008, and submit some of your crittered work. (www.NecroticTissue.com) } [Nov 2007]

• Guy Anthony De Marco, who sold his short story, "Troubles" to Necrotic Tissue. {While not crittered, the feedback I've received helped me out considerably. } [Nov 2007]

• Connor Moran, whose short story, "The Football Phase" is now out in the current issue of Sporty Spec: Games of the Fantastic. [Nov 2007]

• Sheila Crosby, who reports "I got an honourable mention ". {My story "Pink Chalk" got an honourable mention in the Pearl's Writing Group 2007 Contest. } [Nov 2007]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, whose poem, "Position Poem" is now out in the current issue of Kaleidotrope. {Also a second poem, based on a surreal painting by Gil Bruvel, entitled the Invisible Fence Between Night and Day. } [Oct 2007]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Ice Crux" to Tales of the Talisman. {This went through several rounds of critique and finally improved enough to sell, thanks everyone for their feedback. :-) Sheri } [Oct 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, whose (Critter'd) short story, "When All is Known" is now out in the current issue of Ruins Extraterrestrial Anthology. {This one was crittered forever ago, and I'm glad it finally found a wonderful home. } [Oct 2007]

• JA Howe, who sold her short story, "Sulphur" to Steel Moon Publishing (the ezine). [Oct 2007]

• Rick Farnsworth, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Succumbing to Gravity" to Nossa Morte. {Hey fellow critterati, I'm pretty jazed about this one. This first bit went through the queue almost a year ago and the editors liked it well enough (after your suggestions) to place it with Nossa Morte (Their debut issue opens on Halloween, STG will appear in a future issue). Thanks to all of you who have helped with this, the subsequent chapters as it has grown into a novel and my other journeyman-level efforts. } [Oct 2007]

• Kim McDougall, who reports "Between the Cracks Digest is now available". { My monthly ezine is now available. Between the Cracks November Issue is now online at www.kimmcdougall.com November marks a turning point for Between the Cracks Digest. It’s growing in popularity and content, changing looks and moving to a new server. As an ezine, it’s just too big to send as a pdf for most email programs. So it’s all online now at www.kimmcdougall.com. And what is new for November? The Flash Fiction Contest Eavesdropping is still ongoing. Send your submissions before November 15th! An Interview with Kevin Tierney from Park Ex pictures. Producer of the top grossing Canadian film Bon Cop, Bad Cop. New fiction from guest author Wenonah Lyon and new poetry from poetry recluse Larry Weller (Hint: this is the only place on the net you will read Larry’s poetry.) A Review of Between the Cracks Fiction, The Time Traveller’s Wife, by Audrey Niffenegger. This month’s Muse is about moving to America. Episode 2 of the Serial Novel Second Skin, a fantasy about selkies. Don’t know what a selkie is? Read the Bestiary. Subscribe to the monthly updates by sending my an email request at info@kimmcdougall.com. } [Oct 2007]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Finalizing History" to Analog Science Fact/Science Fiction. {My thanks to everyone for their help with both of these. The Finalizing History story went through several versions to reach final salable form and that was the result of much good advise. Thanks All } [Oct 2007]

• Christine L Golden, who reports "I started an on-line magazine- www.goldenvisionsmagazine.biz". {I want to thank all the wonderful Critters who commented on my story and helped make it better...It's out in the Sept. issue of Aoife's Kiss....(feels good to see my name in print for the first time) I also want to invite everyone to come check out my new site www.goldenvisionsmagazine.biz It'a a free on-line magazine. Right now it only has my stuff- but I welcome all critters to submit something. It's low paying (but it is a paying site) I have the on-line mag in the works, but it's up and running (a one-legged limp right now) and I need input on how to make it better. Guidelines are on site. I am also working on a printed version (I need submissions-and you get a free copy when you have a story in it...ain't that just peachy) There is a link to critters at my site- so you can look it over, then just hop over to Critters and do a few crits. Tell your friends. And Thanks to Captain Critter for letting me put a link to Critters on my site.... } [Oct 2007]

• Abby Rustad, who sold her short story, "Hangman" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Oct 2007]

• Abby Rustad, who sold her short story, "Summoning Quandaries" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Oct 2007]

• Justin Joe Sherman, whose short story, "Gone to the Pond" is now out in the current issue of Southern Fried Weirdness: An Annual Anthology of Southern Speculative Fiction. {This particular piece was not crittered, but I've benefitted greatly from my interactions with this group nonetheless. Thanks, and check it out at Lulu - 11 stories. 11 authors. 1 very weird anthology! } [Oct 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Exoanthropic Principle" to Analog. {Thanks Critters for helping me polish this complex story. Much appreciated. I offered to write a science article on 'The Cosmic Landscape' to accompany the story, and Stan Schmidt accepted my offer. Therefore I think I owe a double thanks to the Critters who helped with my story. } [Oct 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Exoanthropic Principle" to Analog. {Thanks Critters for helping me polish this complex story. Much appreciated. I offered to write a science article on 'The Cosmic Landscape' to accompany the story, and Stan Schmidt accepted my offer. Therefore II owe a double thanks to the } [Oct 2007]

• Sheila Crosby, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Scream Quietly" is now out in the current issue of Escape Velocity. {You can buy the magazine at Lulu. Many thanks to everyone who helped! } [Oct 2007]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who reports "My first interview.". {I was the featured author at Every Day Fiction this month. (www.everydayfiction.com/interview-with-christopher-kastensmidt/) } [Oct 2007]

• Tony Pi, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Metamorphoses in Amber" is now out in the current issue of Abyss and Apex. {My novelette "Metamorphoses in Amber" appears in Abyss and Apex #24, 4th Quarter 2007. Thanks to everyone who critiqued it! } [Oct 2007]

• Pam Davis, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Four Hundred and Twenty-three" is now out in the current issue of Baysgarth Publications. {My story was crittered a while back -- thanks to all who helped. It appears in "Surreal Imaginings", a chapbook from Baysgarth Publishing (www.baysgarthpublications.com). Also included are stories from fellow Critters Mike Stone and Gerard Brennan. } [Oct 2007]

• R. Scott McCoy, who reports "Starting a new exine for Horror". {This is a new venture for me. I am starting Necrotic Tissue magazine, an ezine to be released quarterly in PDF. It is a paid market at $10-$25 per story up to 5,000 words. The web site will premier this Monday, October 22nd, www.necrotictissue.com, and we will accept submissions for the entire month of November with the first issue to be published on 1/1/08. Our next submission window will be January 08, with more to follow. My goal is to get this up to a paid market of at least .03 cents per word within a year. This is strictly a horror market. I wasn’t sure if this counted as a Woohoo, but it sure is a personal one for me. Everyone involved in getting the website up and who will be editing is doing it for free, and the ezine is free. We are committed to giving feedback whether we accept a story or not. I don’t think I would have had the oomph to do this if I hadn’t joined Critters. } [Oct 2007]

• JA Howe, who sold her short story, "Twinkletoes" to Jim Baen's Universe. [Oct 2007]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "An Answer to Fermi's Question" to Atomjack. {My thanks to everyone who's commented on my work, this story and all the rest. You've done me a lot of good and i enjoyed it. } [Oct 2007]

• Chuck Rothman, who sold his short story, "A Date with Patti Pleezmi" to Baen's Universe. { I wrote this a dozen years ago, long before I joined Critters. It was rejected by 15 markets (twice by F&SF). Seven of those markets are out of business. Never give up. } [Oct 2007]

• Sheila Crosby, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Infant Colic" is now out in the current issue of Cosmos Magazine. {You can rad it at www.cosmosmagazine.com/node/1650. Many thanks to those who helped me with it. } [Oct 2007]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "Earlier this year, I made it to the quarter-finals of the Austin Film Festival competition, a major screenplay contest. From Oct 10 to Oct 19, I'll be in Austin, TX, at the Austin Film Festival, where I can say "Hi" to producers, agents, etc. from Hollywood. I plan on keeping an account of my festival goings on my blog at http://writerboris.blogspot.com. People are welcome to read (and comment on) my Austin accounts.". [Oct 2007]

• Benjamin Crowell, who sold his short story, "Quality of Life" to Jim Baen's Universe. [Oct 2007]

• Adam Lowe, who sold his short story, "Paradise" to Kaleidotrope. [Oct 2007]

• Neil O'Donnell, whose short story, "Master's Calling" is now out in the current issue of Beyond Centauri. {While this story was not Crittered, I appreciate the advice I have received from fellow Critters on other stories, which has helped me to improve my writing. } [Oct 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "The Ambiguity Broker" is now out in the current issue of Electric Spec. {It's online now at electricspec.com . } [Oct 2007]

• Heather Pine, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Muddy Potions" is now out in the current issue of Beyond Centauri. {This was my first sale! Thanks to everyone who critiqued this story. } [Sep 2007]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Answering Service" to Glassfire anthology. [Sep 2007]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Scream Qietly" to Escape Velocity. {This is a reprint sale, since the story appeared in Farthing in June 2005. Thanks to everyone who critiqued in back then. } [Sep 2007]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Ystrelan Ambassador" to Khimairal Ink. [Sep 2007]

• Dal M Jeanis, who has won the Dallas Fencon IV Short Story Contest award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Spirit of Springtime". {This First place story is published in the Fencon IV program guide, I get $50 cash plus lots of great goodies. Thanks so much to all the critters that helped me win this one. } [Sep 2007]

• Kelly Christiansen, who reports "Flashing Swords Magazine is back in publication". {Flashing Swords Magazine went into Limbo over a year ago. It is resuming publication with the Nov. 1, 2007 issue. Flashing Swords is a quarterly magazine that publishes Fiction, Poetry and non-fiction articles or essays with the following themes: Sword and Sorcery Sword and Planet Heroic Fantasy Epic/High Fantasy Swashbuckling Adventures Historical Adventure We pay 1 cent a word with a cap at $60.00 and pay for art. The new url is flashingswords.sfreader.com The site is live now, all the existing issues are online and the reading period for the first quarter of 2008 opens on Nov. 1 } [Sep 2007]

• Jonathan Thompson, who sold his short story, "The Drunken Thinbeard" to Afterburn AF. [Sep 2007]

• Stephen Owen, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Midnight Snack" to Doorways Magazine. [Sep 2007]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Infant Colic" to Cosmos website. {This was crittered a very long time ago, then almost immediately accepted for an anthology which was delayed and delayed and delayed... Eventually I pulled it, rewrote it using everything I'd learned since, and put it back on the market. It's so nice to finally sell it for real. } [Sep 2007]

• Dave Hoing, whose (Critter'd) short story, "As the Crow Flies" is now out in the current issue of Hub Magazine. [Sep 2007]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his short story, "Dating for the Wired Generation" to Nature Futures. [Sep 2007]

• Eric Donelson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Wild City: Hunt" is now out in the current issue of Renards Menagerie. [Sep 2007]

• Eric Donelson, who sold his short story, "Bonding" to Renards Menagerie. [Sep 2007]

• Dave Hoing, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Servant of the Stone" is now out in the current issue of Postscripts. [Sep 2007]

• Brenton Tomlinson, who sold his short story, "Reinventing The Wheel" to http://fantasy.fictionfactor.com/. [Sep 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose (Critter'd) short story, "You've Got Male" is now out in the current issue of the Fifth Di. {Thanks for your help on the story, guys. } [Sep 2007]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "A Tinseltown Fairytale" to The Lorelei Signal. [Sep 2007]

• Sarah Edwards, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Simulacrum's Children"" to the Writers of the Contest. {Thanks to everyone who helped me tweak this story and make it pretty for submission. You were all a huge help! } [Sep 2007]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Last Fare" to AlienSkin Magazine. {This story was not just Crittered, but _thrice_ Crittered, originally as Critters ms #703 (yes, I've been around here that long). Thanks all. Incidentally, I made sure to include that I was a member of Critters in my bio--and so should you! Cheers, Adam. } [Aug 2007]

• Tony Pi, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Metamorphoses in Amber" to Abyss & Apex. [Aug 2007]

• Tony Pi, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Pinocchio Cantatas" is now out in the current issue of Tales of the Unanticipated. [Aug 2007]

• Tony Pi, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Stone Cipher" is now out in the current issue of Writers of the Future vol. XXIII. {What a wonderful workshop and award ceremony Writers of the Future was! } [Aug 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Ambiguity Broker" to Electric Spec. [Aug 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "One Last Drink" to Shred of Evidence. [Aug 2007]

• Jonathan J. Schlosser, who sold his short story, "Shards of Glass" to Art & Prose Magazine. {Advice I've gotten on Critters helped me write this piece, even if "Shards Of Glass" itself never made it to the queue. } [Aug 2007]

• Kevin N. Haw, who reports "got interviewed in the "Slush God" blog". {John Joseph Adams, an assistant editor at F&SF, runs a blog called "The Slush God Speaketh." He interviews first timers to the magazine and did so for my recent sale there. Check it out at johnjosephadams.livejournal.com/298875.html. } [Aug 2007]

• Dawn Walls Thumma, who sold her short story, "Cogs" to Magic and Mechanica. [Aug 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "What Drives Cars" to Analog Magazine. {Thanks yet again Critters, for helping me polish this story. Greatly appreciated. } [Aug 2007]

• Hank Quense, who reports "My article "Character Development" has been published in the new issue of Wriiters Journal". [Aug 2007]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his poem, "Memes: You Are Being Infected"" to Neo-Opsis. {A poem based on crittered story called You Are Being Infected, actually. } [Aug 2007]

• Daniel Arenson, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Firefly Island" is now out from Five Star, an imprint of Thomson Gale. {It took me ten years to write, revise, and sell my fantasy novel FIREFLY ISLAND. The novel ran through the queue twenty times (yep -- twenty). Thanks to everybody who critiqued the book! I couldn't have sold it without you. If anyone is interested, you can learn more about FIREFLY ISLAND, read what Booklist and Library Journal said about it, and find a cool little contest at www.DanielArenson.com. THANKS AGAIN, CRITTERS! } [Aug 2007]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, whose short story, "Gumbo and De Pain" is now out in the current issue of Tabloid Purposes IV. {This story was critiqued in a local group. } [Aug 2007]

• Jason Hauser, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Tale of Terror" to Black Ink Horror. {Many thanks to everyone who offered their comments. } [Aug 2007]

• Christine Lajoie Golden, who sold her short story, "Works on Any Surface" to Alien Skin Magazine. [Aug 2007]

• Kevin Anderson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Liberation" is now out in the current issue of Something Wicked - South Africa. [Aug 2007]

• Christine Lajoie Golden, who sold her short story, "Works on Any Surface" to Alien Skin Magazine. {It's out on-line right now. Wander on over to Alien Skin Magazine and check out my flash fiction story. My husband actually liked this one. } [Aug 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "You've Got Male" to the Fifth Di. [Aug 2007]

• James Palmer, who reports "I edited an anthology entitled Voices for the Cure, a speculative fiction anthology to benefit the American Diabetes Association". {Is is available through Lulu.com, and features stories by Robert J. Sawyer, Mike Resnick, Cory Doctorow, Ernest Hogan, Lucy A. Snyder, me, James Palmer, Gary A. Braunbeck, (fellow Critter) Eugie Foster, Mur Lafferty, and Davy Beauchamp. You can check it out and order online here: Lulu.com. I'll be debuting it at this year's Dragon*Con, where I am appearing as a guest, and auctioning off a copy signed by all the contributor's attending Dragon*Con in their Charity Auction. } [Aug 2007]

• Tony Williams, whose short story, "The Swing" is now out in the current issue of Fictitious Force, Issue #4, Aug 2007. [Aug 2007]

• Kevin N. Haw, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Requirements for the Mythology Merit Badge" is now out in the current issue of the Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. {I'm walking on air here... thanks everyone for their assistance. } [Aug 2007]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dreamtime" to Jim Baen's Universe. It's out in the current issue!. [Aug 2007]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "My novella-length story, Serpents' Teeth, in the Aberrant Dreams hardcover regular, hardcover signed limited-edition, as well as paperback version of the anthology can now be ordered at: http://www.hd-image.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=180&zenid=72996ba7daf34851ab37e8ea26cfab52. ". [Aug 2007]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "I learned that a historical screenplay of mine advanced to the semifinals of the PAGE 2007 Awards. Looking forward to when the Finalists are announced on 8-30 and the Winners on 9-15. I'm eking out my fiction in the meantime.". [Jul 2007]

• Marguerite Lance, whose short story, "Into the Woods" is now out in the current issue of Say... what's the combination?. [Jul 2007]

• Kelly Christiansen, who reports "Bewildering Press has agreed to serialize the books in my Sojourn Chronicles series.". [Jul 2007]

• Jamie Killen Stoops, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Flight" to Aoife's Kiss. {Many thanks to everyone who critiqued the story. } [Jul 2007]

• Hank Quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sponsored By . . ." to Darker Matter. [Jul 2007]

• Leah Cypess, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Dead Silent" to HelixSF. [Jul 2007]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "I just got the news that a historical script of mine titled "Stars and Stripes Forever," made it into the quarterfinals of this year's PAGE contest. It's an American "Master & Commander" tale about a real-life navy lieutenant who struggles to destroy an American frigate captured by pirates before it's used against the United States. ". {Semifinalists will be announced on July 30. I've also entered a bunch of other contests. I'll look forward to the reports. } [Jul 2007]

• Kristin Janz, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Veritas Nos Liberabit" to Futurismic. {My first sale! Thank you to all the Critters who gave me such great feedback on this story. } [Jul 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Hidden Answers" to Space Westerns. [Jul 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Other David" is now out in the current issue of Ethereal Gazette. [Jul 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "When All is Known" to Ruins Anthology. [Jul 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Hidden Answers" to Space Westerns. [Jul 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Other David" is now out in the current issue of Ethereal Gazette. [Jul 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "When All is Known" to Ruins Anthology. [Jul 2007]

• Ken Liu, who sold his short story, "Beneath the Language" to On The Premises. [Jul 2007]

• Peter Krausche, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "The Traveler" to Brendow Verlag GmbH. {"The Traveler" was originally crittered here a few years ago and is now being released in a GERMAN edition by Brendow next spring. This is pretty exciting, since Brendow is the publisher with the German language rights to the Narnia Chronicles. Thanks again for all the support! } [Jul 2007]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her short story, "Gumbo and De Pain" to Tabloid Purposes IV. {I work with several critique groups on the side in addition to critters, so it went through a lot of review prior to the sale. They haven't actually said how much pay will be. } [Jul 2007]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "I'm currently attending the Taos ToolBox SF/Fantasy Master Class taught by Walter Jon Williams and Connie Willis. It's running from 7/8 to 7/21. Anyone who's hungry for details can check out my blog at http://www.writerboris.blogspot.com/. I'm posting daily accounts.". [Jul 2007]

• Hank Quense, who reports "Writers' Journal bought my article "Character Development"". {It will be published in the fall. } [Jul 2007]

• Andrew Nicolle, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Heavy Rains" is now out in the current issue of Spacesuits & Sixguns. [Jul 2007]

• John C Waugh, who has won the Honorable Mention award for his (Critter'd) short story, "A Hard Life". {This story was Crittered first as "Blind Pigs," and then as "The World According to Shirley." The Shirley version won the HM at OnThePremises dot com--$20 (ooh)with a name change and a bit more editing. Thanks Critters. Your comments made the difference! And, the next contest is up... } [Jul 2007]

• John Derderian, who reports "My Crittered short story "I, Con" was a semifinalist in the Writers of the Future Contest for the second quarter of 2007.". [Jul 2007]

• Jeanne tomlin, who sold her short story, "Case of the Misshapen Rune" to Sorcerous Signals. [Jul 2007]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Razzed" to Tabloid Purposes IV. [Jul 2007]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his short story, "Everyone Carries a Shadow" to Pseudopod. {Thanks again for this site, CC. } [Jul 2007]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who reports "I was accepted to Viable Paradise!". [Jul 2007]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Even Dragons Dance" is now out in the current issue of Dragons, Knights & Angels. [Jul 2007]

• John Kratman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Churel" to Dark Recesses. {Many thanks to Nye Hardy, as always, and Aliette de Bodard. } [Jul 2007]

• Andrew Nicolle, whose short story, "Trilo-Bites" is now out in the current issue of Beyond Centauri. [Jul 2007]

• Ian Creasey, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Silence in Florence"" is now out in the current issue of Year's Best SF 12 (edited by David G. Hartwell and Kathryn Cramer). {This story was critiqued in 2004 and appeared in Asimov's in Sept 2006. } [Jun 2007]

• Pam Davis, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Music for the Soul" is now out in the current issue of Distant Passages - Volume 2: More of the Best Short Stories and Poetry From Double-Edged Publishing. {The anthology is available at: doubleedgedpublishing.com/storeMain.php and also online at Amazon. I believe several other critters also have stories appearing in the anthology. My story (published as Pam L Wallace) went through the critters queue some time ago, but many thanks still go out to those who helped make it better! } [Jun 2007]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "This Is How It Feels" to Asimov's. {My thanks to those who critiqued this story back in January. } [Jun 2007]

• Adam Gifford, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dear Father" to Escape Velocity. {My first sale! Well, okay the first story where I received payment. Thanks to everyone who critique this one. } [Jun 2007]

• Daniel Arenson, who reports "BOOKLIST reviewed my crittered novel FIREFLY ISLAND.". {I'm not sure if this qualifies as a "woohoo", but I'm happy about the news and wanted to "tell da world". Booklist recently reviewed my fantasy novel FIREFLY ISLAND, which ran through the Critter Queue an amazing 19 times, and is now being published by Thomson Gale Publishing. Booklist were kind enough to call me "an author to watch". You can see a press release about the review at www.prweb.com/releases/2007/06/prweb533002.htm :) Daniel www.DanielArenson.com } [Jun 2007]

• Connor Moran, who sold his short story, "The Football Phase" to Sporty Spec: Tales of the Fantastic. [Jun 2007]

• Larry Hodges, who reports "I was accepted into Orson Scott Card's Literary Boot Camp, Aug. 13-18. Time to sweat! :)". [Jun 2007]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his short story, "Ping-Pong Ambition" to Sporty Spec: Games of the Fantastic. {The many critiques from critters on other stories greatly helped in the writing of this one. -Larry Hodges } [Jun 2007]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "Logzilla" to Nocturnal Ooze Magazine. {"Logzilla" is now online in the June/July 2007 issue at NocturnalOoze.com. } [Jun 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "I was interviewed by Lynne Jamneck for Strange Horizons (www.strangehorizons.com/2007/20070528/foster-int-a.shtml) and Amy Brozio-Andrews for Absolute Write (www.absolutewrite.com/novels/eugie_foster.htm).". [Jun 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "When the Guidelines Say '7-12': The Ages and Stages of Children's Literature (nonfiction reprint)" to Absolute Write. [Jun 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Music Company" to Hub. [Jun 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Music Company" to Hub. [Jun 2007]

• Pamela A. Lord, who has won the Honorable Mention award for her short story, "Climb the Stalk". {In the current issue of 'Reading Writers'. This was my first piece of flash fiction. } [Jun 2007]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who reports "Two things: ". {"SpecMusicMuse" has recently become a column for "The Sword Review" (and any other webzine under the DEP umbrella who wants to print it). And, I was recently made an editor for the new horror webzine, "Fear and Trembling". WooHoo! } [Jun 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, who sold her short story, "Rumbling On" to Fictitious Force. [Jun 2007]

• Cheryl McCreary, whose short story, "Cottage on the Meadow" is now out in the current issue of Alienskin Magazine. [Jun 2007]

• Micheal C. Planck, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "In the Company of my Equals" to Electric Spec. {(crittered as A Necessary Death, thanks to Jeff Smith for the great new title!) } [Jun 2007]

• Jeff Soesbe, who reports "I've been accepted into the Viable Paradise 11 workshop! Woo Hoo!". {My application story was (the crittered) "Case of the Killer Dog" (#13376), so thanks to all that offered feedback and thus helped make it a better story. I've been away from Critters recently, but I'll be getting back into the swing as I know my writing improves when I participate in critiquing and being critiqued. } [Jun 2007]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Counting Sheep" to Beyond Centauri. [Jun 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Man with Other Memories" is now out in the current issue of the Fifth Di. {Thanks again for your help on it. } [Jun 2007]

• meika loofs samorzewski, who reports ""I want a Mechanical Echidna" has been accepted as a submission for the Da Vinci Automata's Clockpunk Anthology Project.". {Links for this wonderful thing davinciautomata.wordpress.com/ } [Jun 2007]

• Adam La Rusic, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Day Without Kings" is now out in the current issue of On Spec. [May 2007]

• Tony Pi, who sold his short story, "Sphinx!" to Daw Anthology "Ages of Wonder". {My first sale to an invitation-only anthology (eds. Julie Czerneda and Rob St. Martin), for one of the New Writer slots! } [May 2007]

• Micheal Savastano, who sold his short story, "Bilroy Five" to OG's Speculative Fiction. [May 2007]

• Stevens R. Miller, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Choice of Laws" to The Leading Edge. {Crittered in August, 1997. Published in October, 2003. See their Web site on Issue #46 for the cover, and illustration, and a tiny excerpt. } [May 2007]

• Kevin N. Haw, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Order of the Crimson Tunic" is now out in the current issue of "Bash the Door Down and Slice Open the Badguy". {Yet another critter who made a sale there... } [May 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Zoo in the Jungle" to ESLI. {ESLI, a beautifully produced Russian SF magazine with great illustrations will reprint my story (that first Appeared in Analog) in Russian translation. Once again, thanks Critters (both as an organization and component individuals). } [May 2007]

• Sarah L. Edwards, who sold her short story, "Wild Among Hares" to Aeon Speculative Fiction. [May 2007]

• Hank Quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Zaftig the Magnificent" to Afterburner SF. [May 2007]

• Pam Lord, who sold her short story, "Sin Twister" to Aoife's Kiss. [May 2007]

• Kevin N. Haw, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Render Unto Caesar" to The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. {Second sale to F&SF - WOW! My first ("Requirements for the Mythology Merit Badge" - also crittered) is looking like it'll be out in September. Thanks to everyone for their input! } [May 2007]

• Josh Vogt, who sold his short story, "Don't Read Them After Midnight" to Dead Letter Press. [May 2007]

• Rick Farnsworth, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Outsourcing Blues" to Atomjack. {Thanks to all who had a look at OSB last November. My first fiction sale, not pro-rates yet but Atomjack is a nice online pub all the same. } [May 2007]

• Eric Polk, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Rhapsody In Black" to Alienskinmag.com. {Thank you for all who read the story and helped me breakthrough with all your helpful comments. } [May 2007]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "As the Crow Flies" to Hub. [May 2007]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his short story, "Ne Cadant in Obscurum" to Interzone. [May 2007]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "One of my editors at Aberrant Dreams Magazine informed me that Mr. Robert A. Madle, a person I've always looked up to, admired, and wished to emulate, a man who has had a long, illustrious, and famous career in science fiction, read my short story, Bradbury County, in Aberrant Dreams Magazine and liked it a lot. He also read my interview there, and then asked my editor for another sample of my work. Anyone aware of the history and development of science fiction will understand that for me it was an unmitigated honor and a wonderful surprise to have Mr. Madle interested in, and enjoy my work! It was an honor for me, and great news.". [May 2007]

• Hank Quense, who sold his Critter d short story, "The Mead Cup" to Tales of the Unanticipated. {This is a reprint. The story was published once before } [May 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "I was accepted for the Launch Pad Astronomy Workshop (www.launchpadworkshop.org)! It's a one-week "NASA-funded workshop for established writers held in beautiful high-altitude Laramie, Wyoming. Launch Pad aims to provide a 'crash course' for twelve attendees in modern astronomy science through workshops, guest lectures, and observation through the University of Wyoming's two large telescopes."". [May 2007]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, whose poem, "Biology Experiment" is now out in the current issue of Kaleidotrope. [May 2007]

• Matt Mitchell, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Man Sans Soul" to Mount Zion Speculative Fiction Review. [May 2007]

• Daniel Arenson, who reports "My fantasy novel FIREFLY ISLAND, which ran through the queue many many times (usually with the working title FIREFLIES), is now for available for pre-order at Amazon! The publisher is Thomson Gale. See my website, www.DanielArenson.com, for details. :) Thanks to all the great critters who helped me polish my novel! There's no way I could have sold it without you guys. ". [May 2007]

• Daniel Arenson, who reports "My fantasy novel FIREFLY ISLAND, which ran through the queue many many times (usually with the working title FIREFLIES), is now for available for pre-order at Amazon! The publisher is Thomson Gale. See my website, www.DanielArenson.com, for details. :) Thanks to all the great critters who helped me polish my novel! There's no way I could have sold it without you guys. ". [May 2007]

• Daniel Arenson, who reports "My fantasy novel FIREFLY ISLAND, which ran through the queue many many times (usually with the working title FIREFLIES), is now for available for pre-order at Amazon! The publisher is Thomson Gale. See my website, www.DanielArenson.com, for details. :) Thanks to all the great critters who helped me polish my novel! There's no way I could have sold it without you guys. ". [May 2007]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "I submitted my 11,500 short story, Serpents' Teeth (Avengeur du Peuple) to Aberrant Dreams Magazine and they really liked it! It is going in the hardcover anthology along with my other story, Bradbury County!". [May 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Conviction of Praxis" to Spacesuits & Sixguns. [May 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Wanting to Want (audio reprint)" to Pseudopod. [May 2007]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "My story "Liberation" is now available at Pseudopod.org". {Thanks Critters My crittered story is now available at www.pseudopod.org Its the first time any of my stuff has been published in an audio format. Episode 36 "Liberation" } [May 2007]

• hank quense, who reports "TQR ezine interviewed me.". {You can read the interview on their web-site in the blogge seciton } [May 2007]

• Jason Hauser, whose short story, "Hunting Day" is now out in the current issue of Story Station. [May 2007]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Marbles" to The Great Beyond. {This is a second outing for 'Marbles'. The first time was in print, this time it's going to be podcast i.e audio. The Great Beyond site launches on July 10th, my story should go out shortly after. } [Apr 2007]

• Tom Williams, who sold his short story, "Rip-Snorter" to Ricasso Press' upcoming anthology "Black Dragon, White Dragon". [Apr 2007]

• Tom Williams, who sold his short story, "Iron Hearts of Death" to Ricasso Press' upcoming anthology "Mage and Mechanica". {While this tale never went through the crit group, other John Humble stories have. } [Apr 2007]

• Sherry Thompson, who reports "I have been chosen as a first-round judge in the annual Genesis Contest, sponsored by ACFW. I'm currently reading the first parts of five speculatine fiction novels. After that I have to rate each manuscript on a total of 25 facets. Thank God for all of the practice in critting over the years, here at Critters!". {(The following is really a Woo-Hoo repeat.) Genesis judges are chosen from amongst the previous year's prize winners. The first section of my "Seabird" won 3rd prize in Genesis speculative fiction last summer. } [Apr 2007]

• Tom Williams, who sold his short story, "Lesson Learned" to Ricasso Press's upcoming anthology "Black Dragon, White Dragon". [Apr 2007]

• Michael Savastano, who sold his short story, "Brown Man" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Apr 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Close to Death" to Shiny. [Apr 2007]

• Greg Ellis, who reports "I finished my first novel!". {My first novel in a planned series was completed 03/28/07 after being started on 01/01/07. There were a total of 35 writing days in the project which ended at 65 thousand words with at least 2 more books planned in the series. The draft copies are currently in the hands of test readers and my science consultant (2 PhDs, 3 PhD grad students, and a buddy). I am currently working on the second book in the series. } [Apr 2007]

• Tarl Kudrick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Skin and Bones" to Spinning Whorl. {My fourth paying sale, and my first to a print medium. This one was rejected by five other markets. Thanks for all the critiques I got! } [Apr 2007]

• Josh Vogt, who sold his short story, "The Ways of Monsters and Men" to Dragons, Knights, & Angels magazine. [Apr 2007]

• Ellie Tupper, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Witchmaiden and the Dragon: a Riff" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. {My first sale ever! This was crittered last year as "The Dragon & the Magic Ring" - thanks to everyone, critters and editors, for great comments and advice! } [Apr 2007]

• Tony Pi, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Come Frost, Sun, and Vine" to Tales of the Unanticipated. [Apr 2007]

• Tony Pi, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Pinocchio Cantatas" to Tales of the Unanticipated. [Apr 2007]

• Daniel Arenson, whose short story, "Bluebell and the Giant" is now out in the current issue of Beyond Centauri. [Apr 2007]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "I got accepted into a novel-writing workshop run by SF author Walter Jon Williams (WJW). It's called the Taos ToolBox. This is the workshop's first year, after which WJW will determine whether to hold it again. I'm very psyched that I got in when I did.". [Apr 2007]

• S.Z. Herman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Retribution" to Grimoire. {My first sale! This passed through Critters entitled "Eye for an Eye" - thanks so much for all your critiques! Couldn't have done it without you guys. } [Apr 2007]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who reports "I got interviewed on Ray Gun Radio! Episode 8, http://www.raygunradio.com". [Apr 2007]

• Paige Roberts, who sold her short story, "Iron Angel" to Superqueeroes anthology at Haworth Press. {Superhero bisexual\transexual fantasy romance, how's that for cross-genre? } [Apr 2007]

• Jeff Parish, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dreadneck" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. [Apr 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Body and Soul Art (reprint)" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine Best of Horror anthology. [Apr 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "I'll be conducting an online workshop, Worldbuilding for Writers: Transporting Readers Beyond the Ordinary, during the month of June, 2007, sponsored by Carolina Romance Writers, the North Carolina chapter of Romance Writers of America. Details and registration: www.carolinaromancewriters.com/june07.htm". [Apr 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The End of the Universe" to Darker Matter. [Apr 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "My April Writing for Young Readers column, An Interview with Judy Burke of Highlights for Children, is now up: www.writing-world.com/foster/foster09.shtml". [Apr 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Snow Woman's Daughter (reprint)" to Escape Pod. [Apr 2007]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Japanese Motorcycle Clob" to TQR [www.tqrstories.com]. [Apr 2007]

• Kelly Christiansen, who reports "my short story, The Gazebo, was picked for inclusion in the 2007 First Quater anthology from Bewildering Stories". {Only about 30% of the first quarter submissions made it into the review, and of those, mine was picked unanimously. } [Apr 2007]

• Michael Heald, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Treatment Protocol" to Dragons, Kights, and Angels. {I would like to thank all the Critters who reviewed this story and gave me such wonderful feedback! } [Apr 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Li T'ien and the Dragon Nian (reprint)" to Black Dragon, White Dragon (anthology). [Mar 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Center of the Universe" to Helix. [Mar 2007]

• Dennis R. Upkins, who reports "sold a writing article entitled "Diplomatic Critiques" to the Dabbling Mum.". {My research for writing the article is based on my experiences here on Critters.Org. Thanks to all of you who I've corresponded with in the past and have taught me the fine art of giving excellent critiques. } [Mar 2007]

• Sheila Crosby, who reports "I'm going to read a story in a theatre". {I've been asked to read my flash fiction "Shopping Lists" at the theatre in aid of a local cultural magazine. This story won the "On the Premises" mini competition in January. } [Mar 2007]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Even Dragons Dance" to Dragons, Knights, & Angels. {Thanks again to all the Critters who helped with this story! It's already been translated twice, and thanks to the good folks at Dragons, Knights, & Angels, it will soon be available online. } [Mar 2007]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Even Dragons Dance" is now out in the current issue of Nowa Fantastyka. [Mar 2007]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose short story, "Heart to Heart" is now out in the current issue of From the Asylum. {This story is in the February issue. } [Mar 2007]

• Daniel Arenson, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Return to Ravenworld" to "Things Are Not What They Seem" anthology. {Thanks to everyone who critiqued this story! Your feedback was great and really helped me improve the story. (In other news, my crittered fantasy novel FIREFLY ISLAND now has a video "trailer" online at DanielArenson.com. Thanks to everyone who critiqued that book, too!) } [Mar 2007]

• Timothy Webster, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Cherry-Berry Cola" to AlienSkin Magazine. {I thank the many critters who gave me excellent feedback. } [Mar 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Leonid Skies" to Asimov's. {Thanks Critters for helping me polish this story. It is only my second to Asimov's and I'm thrilled about it. } [Mar 2007]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Defeating Death" to Weird Tales. [Mar 2007]

• Anita Spence, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Possession" is now out in the current issue of Chaos Theory: Tales Askew. [Mar 2007]

• Anita Spence, who sold her short story, "Blind Guardian" to Dark Fire. {Although the piece wasn't crittered, I feel that contributions from critters to past submissions helped me with my story when revising } [Mar 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "Branches of the Past" to Raven Electrick. [Mar 2007]

• Darren Moore, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Most Daunting Task of All" to FANTASTICAL VISIONS V. [Mar 2007]

• David Seigler, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Drahatzi are Coming!" to All Possible Worlds. [Mar 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Wizard of Eternal Watch (reprint)" to Best New Romantic Fantasy. [Mar 2007]

• Linda A. B. Davis, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Winds of Change" to Sarah A. Hoyt for Something Magic This Way Comes anthology to be published by DAW Books in November 2007.. {This piece went through Critters as "Whispers of Promise, Winds of Change." Thanks to all who commented. The feedback made for a much stronger story. This was my first pro rate sale. } [Feb 2007]

• Manda Benson, who reports "Sold my article 'Poisonous Mushrooms' to children's magazine Aquila.". [Feb 2007]

• John Kratman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Harry the Crow" to Aeon. {Thanks to Nye Hardy and, of course, Dr. Burt. This one's been making the rounds for a long time, so it's really great that it has finally found a home. } [Feb 2007]

• Stephen Gaskell, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "By the Waters of the Ganga" to Writers of the Future. {This piece went through the Critter's machine back in 2005. After polishing, I entered it in the Q1 2006 WOTF contest where it made it to Finalist status. It then stayed in fictional limbo for the better part of a year as the winners for all four quarters were chosen. Somehow the anthology still had room for my near ten-thousand word story. I was asked if I wanted it published, and whether I'd want to go to the workshop and awards ceremony in the summer. Of course I said yes. Thanks to everyone involved in Critters, esp. those who gave me their thoughts and helped me improve the piece. Special thanks to aburt. This is my first sale. } [Feb 2007]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Vendetta" to Strange Stories of Sea and Sand. [Feb 2007]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "I feel very honored and proud to have been picked by the Editors of Aberrant Dreams Magazine to be one of the "Chosen Authors" in a Contest For Readers. I'm going to be in hard cover print at the end of the year along with such notables as Jana Oliver, Christine Barber, and none other than the very famous Alastair Reynolds! It's great company to be in! The link to the site is http://www.scifidimnsions.com/Jul06/aberrantdreamscontest.htm, for the contest details.". [Feb 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Engulfed Cathedral" to Analog. {Yet again, thanks Critters for helping me tweak this story. } [Feb 2007]

• Colin Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Sea of Grass" to The Wading Pool. {'A Sea of Grass' is a companion piece to my crittered novel Lightning Days, and features Neanderthals, mastodons, humanoid dinsoaurs and airships. The Wading Pool is an alternative to amazon shorts, for writers published by Swimming Kangaroo Books. Half of your fifty cents ends up with the author, unlike amazon, who take sixty to eighty per cent of your forty-nine cents, and then some! } [Feb 2007]

• Hank Quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Manhattan Monsters" to Scyweb Bem. [Feb 2007]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Man with Other Memories" to the Fifth Di. {Thanks for your input on the story's ending, guys. The changes you suggested really helped me out. } [Feb 2007]

• Vincent Jorgensen, who sold his short story, "TMC" to AlienSkin Magazine. {This flash piece will appear in the April/May 2007 issue. } [Feb 2007]

• Daniel Arenson, whose poem, "Seek Me" is now out in the current issue of The Harrow. {You can read my new poem, "Seek Me", online at The Harrow (google for it). Meanwhile, my crittered novel FIREFLY ISLAND is scheduled to be published by Thomson Gale in August. :) } [Feb 2007]

• Cheryl Peevyhouse, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "The Melancholy Chronicles of Keen and Rodder" to Disney/Hyperion. {This novel was critiqued on Critters as KEEN AND RODDER. } [Feb 2007]

• Chuck Rothman, who sold his short story, "The Read Planet" to Farthing. [Feb 2007]

• Christine L Golden, who sold her short story, "Picture Day" to Alien Skin Magazine. {It's a flash fiction piece--go figure. Anyone who has read/crittered anything of mine knows how verbose I can be...so to be able to limit myself to around a thousand words is in itself a major accomplishment. It's coming out in the April/May addition, so be on the lookout for it. } [Feb 2007]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dreamtime" to Baen's Universe Magazine. This is my highest paying short story yet, at 8 cents a word. I couldn't be happier.. [Feb 2007]

• Hank Quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "MacBeth: The Sequel" to Chimaera Serials. [Feb 2007]

• Hank Quense, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Rainbow Bridge" is now out in the current issue of Electric Spec. [Feb 2007]

• Deirdre Saoirse Moen, who sold her short story, "A Sword Called Rhonda" to This is My Funniest 2, an anthology from BenBella, edited by Mike Resnick. {This will be a reprint of my work from the Baen anthology Turn the Other Chick. } [Feb 2007]

• Katie Lovett, whose short story, "Cathedral" is now out in the current issue of The Deepening. [Feb 2007]

• Andrew Nicolle, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Heavy Rains" to Spacesuits & Sixguns. {Thanks to all the Critters who had a look at this Aussie horror tale, back when it was critted as 'The Bunyip.' } [Feb 2007]

• J. Kathleen Cheney, who sold her short story, "Touching the Dead" to Baen's Universe "Introducing". {While this particular story wasn't crittered, several bits about this same heroine were and the comments I got were extremely helpful. Thanks! } [Feb 2007]

• Jeff Stehman, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Goblin Hunter" is now out in the current issue of Jim Baen's Universe. {Mike Rooth did the illustrations for the story, and they are delightful. } [Feb 2007]

• William Ledbetter, who sold his short story, "Thief of Hearts" to Sails & Sorcery: Tales of Fantasy on the High Seas anthology. {I write mostly science fiction, so I was quite pleased to see that I can write AND sell pure fantasy when the muse so demands it. } [Feb 2007]

• John Kratman, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Old Folks' Home" is now out in the current issue of Baen's Universe. [Feb 2007]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, whose short story, "Breaking Ties" is now out in the current issue of Dragons, Knights and Angels. [Jan 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Concentration of Dogs" to Baen's Universe. {Thanks Critters for helping me tweak this story. I've since continued the story on to a 90k novel of the same name. It's nice now to have pre-sold the first two chapters of said novel--three chapters, actually, as ch3, the crittered 'Yearning for the White Avenger' was bought by Analog. } [Jan 2007]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "A Star Trek Strange New Worlds (SNW) story of mine, "History's Pawn" was a Finalist in this year's contest. It almost got published. Another story of mine, "Trial by Fire and Mis-Q's," went to the Second Read List (Quarter-finals). Unfortunately, the SNW 10 anthology will be the last published by Pocket Books, so it's goodbye to my chances of cracking into that publication. Thanks to all the Critters who read my SNW stories and offered their support.". [Jan 2007]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Serpent Caravan" to Dark Wisdom Magazine. This one is an action/self-realization sci-fi story. Most importantly, it is for pro rates! It will appear near the end of this year, or sometime early next year.. [Jan 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Cyberevenge Inc." to Murky Depths. [Jan 2007]

• Louis Doggett, who sold his short story, "A Taste Of Spam" to Star Trek Strange New Worlds 10. [Jan 2007]

• Carole Ann Moleti, who reports " reviews are now available online.". {My first review for Tangent Online (Helix#3) is available at: www.tangentonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=965&Itemid=267 My review of the biography of legendary science fiction writer James Tiptree, Jr., AKA Alice B. Sheldon is in the current issue of Noneuclidean Cafe. www.noneuclideancafe.com I wouldn't have been able to do this without the experience gained by being a critter. } [Jan 2007]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Snow Woman's Daughter" is now out in the current issue of Cricket. [Jan 2007]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Man, Descendant" to 'ESLI' (reprint, to be translated into Russian). {Yet again, thanks Critters for helping improve the story. } [Jan 2007]

• Jason Hauser, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Thorn in Nevelshelle's Side" is now out in the current issue of The Three Lobe Burning Eye. {Many thanks to everyone who helped me edit this piece! } [Jan 2007]

• Jason Hauser, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Thorn in Nevelshelle's Side" is now out in the current issue of The Three Lobe Burning . [Jan 2007]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Silence in Florence" to Year's Best Science Fiction #12, edited by David G. Hartwell, forthcoming from Harper Eos in mid-2007. {This story went through Critters in 2004, appeared in the September 2006 issue of Asimov's, and has now been picked up for my first appearance in a Year's Best anthology. } [Jan 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "My January Writing for Young Readers column, "A Writer's Resolution: I Will Submit" is now up at Writing-World.com". [Jan 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Princess Bufo marinus, I Call Her Amy" to anthology Magic in the Mirrorstone (Mirrorstone Books). [Jan 2007]

• Donald Jacob Uitvlugt, who sold his short story, "Command Performance" to Science Fiction Trails. {I've just signed my contract to have my short story "Command Performance" published by Pirate Dog Publishing in their anthology /Science Fiction Trails/. The publisher hopes to have the book out by March. } [Jan 2007]

• Donald Jacob Uitvlugt, who sold his short story, "The Blue Flower" to The Sword Review. {My short story, "The Blue Flower", received Honorable Mention in the 2006 Story Contest sponsored by /The Sword Review/. The prize money is the first payment I've received for a story. The story will appear by the beginning of February. } [Jan 2007]

• Richard S. Levine, whose short story, "M. Deidra" is now out in the current issue of Ray Gun Revival (issue 13, Jan. 2007). [Jan 2007]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Coded Obsession" to All Possible Worlds. {Thanks to all who critiqued this story! } [Jan 2007]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Time of your Life" to Ray Gun Revival. {This story was originally sold to TIMEFLASH, but the anthology's publisher has gone out of business. } [Jan 2007]

• Katie Lovett, who sold her short story, "Cathedral" to The Deepening. [Jan 2007]

• Cecil Rose, who reports "I've got a paying writer gig.". {I've got a paying gig as a writer. I'm writing a blog for the "Rome" TV series for the FilmFodder network. Drop by, enjoy the news and reviews, and leave a comment at: www.tvfodder.com/rome } [Jan 2007]

• Sara Genge, whose short story, "Godtouched" is now out in the current issue of Strange Horizons. [Jan 2007]

• Sheila Crosby, who has won the On the Premises mini-contest award for her short story, "Shopping Lists". {This was a contest for micro-fiction, in this case 10-20 words. The winners are up on the web at www.onthepremises.com/minis.html } [Jan 2007]

• Jason Hauser, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Thorn in Nevelshelle's Side" to Three-Lobed Burning Eye. [Jan 2007]

• Michael Seidel, who reports "My short story, "Cranes", published in the Winter, 2007 issue of 'The First Line', was adapted as a radio play and read on Art Waves, hosted by Anne Cammon, on 89.9 FM (in New York City) and on the web at www.wkcr.org". {The story wasn't Crittered but I credit Critters and the challenge of giving feedback to others for the insights I gained to improve my own efforts. Onward, and upward! } [Jan 2007]

• Jonathan C. Gillespie, who sold his short story, "Paston, Kentucky" to Murky Depths. {My tale will be in issue #1, due in September. I highly recommend folks checking out this new market. They're a paying, print magazine ran by an experienced staff, and their promo issue, #0, is currently out. Murky Depths has a delightfully dark take on science fiction, and also features horror. } [Jan 2007]

• Marion Bernard, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Broken" to Chimaera Serials. [Jan 2007]

• Marion Bernard, whose (Critter'd) short story, "All is Fair" is now out in the current issue of Dark Recesses Press . {Check it out at www.darkrecesses.com I don't usually write horror but for those of you who do, this is a great market! } [Jan 2007]

• Janice Clark, whose (Critter'd) short story, "True Slime Tales" is now out in the current issue of Windstorm Creative. {My story, "True Slime Tales," is in the anthology _Tales of the Slug_ which was presented at Rustycon January 13. Thanks to Critters for all the helpful comments. } [Jan 2007]

• Dennis R. Upkins, who reports "graduated from college with a B.F.A. in Media Arts &Animation.". {Late last year I had to go inactive from Critters in order to complete my portfolio package and demo reel in order to graduate from college. This is my second bachelor's degree, the first being in English. With school out of the way I've been generating a number of short stories and I'm excited about what 2007 is going to bring. } [Jan 2007]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her short story, "Breaking Ties" to Dragons, Knights and Angels. [Jan 2007]

• Hank Quense, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Lucy in Love" is now out in the current issue of Glassfire Magazine. [Jan 2007]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Even Dragons Dance" to Nowa Fantastyka. [Jan 2007]

• Charlie Allery, who sold her short story, "Loose Drawers" to Farthing Magazine. {Although this piece wasn't crittered, I have to thank the group for helping me to achieve publication. Also I shall be reading this story at a Farthing event in the Nell of Old Drury pub, Covent Garden, London, 7.30pm for 8, 31st January 2007. Any local critters who fancy a pint would be extremely welcome! } [Jan 2007]

• Jamie Killen Stoops, who sold her short story, "Fingers" to anthology Read by Dawn Volume II. [Jan 2007]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Addy in My Mind" is now out in the current issue of Helix. [Jan 2007]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Oranges, Lemons, and Thou Beside Me (audio reprint)" is now out in the current issue of Pseudopod. [Jan 2007]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Parade of Taylups" is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams. [Jan 2007]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Living With a Shoulder Monster" to Aberrant Dreams. [Jan 2007]

• Jaye Lawrence, whose short story, "Aim" is now out in the current issue of Minnesota Monthly. {This story was a runner-up for the 2006 Tamarack Award, one of the largest literary awards for a single work of short fiction. I don't write much mainstream fiction, so this was a thrill! } [Dec 2006]

• emma cullshaw, who sold her short story, "Bloodsport" to Amalgamae. [Dec 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Devil's Fauna" to TQR. [Dec 2006]

• Heather Pine, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Muddy Potions" to Beyond Centauri. {This is my first sale! Thanks to everyone who critiqued this story. } [Dec 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose novel, "Lost Echoes, a time-travel romance novel," is now out from Awestruck E-Books, web site http://www.awe-struck.net/index.html, and the first 3 chapters are available for free as a teaser.. [Dec 2006]

• JA Howe, who sold her short story, "Blue Roses" to Aphelion. {ok, it's not a pay market but it IS in the Black Hole last I checked... } [Dec 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Mirror | rorriM" to Surreal Imagings anthology. [Dec 2006]

• Sheila Crosby, whose short story, "Sigue Sonando" is now out in the current issue of Ruido Fanzine website. {This is a non-paying reprint, but it's the first time I've been published in Spanish. } [Dec 2006]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her short story, "Titch" to Farthing. {It's a drabble (100 words exactly) in the Christmas card Farthing send to subscribers. And I was thinking of asking Santa to send me a sale. } [Dec 2006]

• CL Russo, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Dogs Of War" is now out in the current issue of Red Jack Publishing. {"Dogs of War" appears in RedJack Publishing's 'Liquid Laughter Project: Medicine Show,' edited by Heidi Lampietti. } [Dec 2006]

• Jonathan C. Gillespie, who sold his short story, "Tex's Last Run" to OG's Speculative Fiction. {My first paying sale! Although this one didn't go through the queue, I wanted to thank all those critters that have helped me refine my craft over the past two years. And check out "OG's Speculative Fiction" if you're interested in reading a great new magazine. } [Dec 2006]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Even Dragons Dance" is now out in the current issue of Forgotten Worlds. [Dec 2006]

• Kevin N. Haw, who reports "Finished Grad School". {M.S. in Software Engineering for the day job. I only mention it here because I had to put Critters on hold since the start of 2006. But now I'm back! I just wanted to point out that it *is* possible to reactivate. Thanks, Critter Captain! } [Dec 2006]

• Kevin N. Haw, who sold his short story, "Requirements for the Mythology Merit Badge (Revised)" to Fantasy & Science Fiction. {A very short piece that I wrote during my hiatus from Critters while I completed grad school. Oh, I guess I ought to Woohoo(TM) that as well... } [Dec 2006]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her poem, "Position Poem" to Kaliedotrope. [Dec 2006]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her poem, "Gil Bruvel:The Invisible Fence Between Night and Day" to Kaliedotrope. [Dec 2006]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her poem, "Biology Experiment" to Kaliedotrope. [Dec 2006]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her short story, "The Joke" to Tall Texans newsletter. {"The Joke" will be serialized in three editions of Tall Texans. } [Dec 2006]

• Marian Kensler, who reports "My article "Do No Harm To Me Or Mine: The Haunted History of Christmas Eve" is in this week's Strange Horizons. (The link is http://www.strangehorizons.com/2006/20061218/haunted-history-a.shtml). It's nonfiction, and so wasn't crittered, but the experience of having my fiction prose picked apart helped a lot while writing it, so thanks everyone! ". [Dec 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Wanting to Want" is now out in the current issue of Hub. [Dec 2006]

• Tarl Kudrick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Little White Bottles" to Chimaera Serials. {Thanks to the MANY Critters who poked holes in the earlier draft. } [Dec 2006]

• Roselyn Silverman, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Moby's Riff" is now out in the current issue of Neo-opsis. [Dec 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Yearning for the White Avenger" to Analog. {Thanks to all those Critters who helped with the story (critiqued under the title, 'Dreaming of The White Avenger'. } [Dec 2006]

• Terry Martin, who sold his short story, "Sam" to Fiction. {First issue of this new UK-based magazine is slated for January 2006, and they pay 2.4p a word! } [Dec 2006]

• Sara Genge, who sold her poem, "I Loved Ophelia" to The Lorelei Signal. [Dec 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, who has won the Best of Issue award for his short story, "A Comic on Phobos". {"A Comic on Phobos" was published in "The Martian Wave" April 2006 and was voted best of issue. It will appear in Samsdotpublishing's Wondrous Web Worlds anthology (vol. 7, I believe). More recently I received notice from the editor, J Erwine, that this story has also been nominated for Samsdotpublishing's annual James Award. I'm very excited! } [Dec 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Beauty's Folly" to Orson Scott Card's Intergalactic Medicine Show. [Dec 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "My December Writing for Young Readers column, "Writing Talking Animal Tales" is now up at Writing-World.com". [Dec 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "Publishers Weekly gave Best New Fantasy a starred review including kudos for my story, "Returning My Sister's Face."". [Dec 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Returning My Sister's Face (reprint)" is now out in the current issue of anthology Best New Fantasy (Wildside Press). [Dec 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "My time travel novel, Lost Echoes, has received five advance reviews, all of them praising the story. I couldn't be more pleased! ". [Dec 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "An article on me, entitled, Eyes on Rob Shelsky is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams. It's an in-depth interview with me.". [Dec 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Bradbury County" is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams Magazine. [Dec 2006]

• Sara Genge, who sold her short story, "Pretty Little Thing" to Helix. [Dec 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "M. Deidra" to Ray Gun Revival. [Dec 2006]

• Sheila Crosby, who reports "My story was read aloud in Spanish.". {The island has a new cultural magazine, and at the lauch party they read aloud several stories that will be in Issue one, including my micro fiction, "Dream On". I don't get paid, but it'll be the first time I've been published in Spanish and it's the first time I've done my own translation. Best of all, people laughed. You can read the story on my web site, sheilacrosby.com . } [Dec 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Bridge" to Triangulations: End of Time. [Dec 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Oranges, Lemons, and Thou Beside Me (audio reprint)" to Pseudopod. [Dec 2006]

• Chuck Rothman, whose short story, "Spare Change" is now out in the current issue of Realms of Fantasy. {Written before I joined Critters -- also, my second sale to ROF. } [Dec 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose short story, "Nothing of Me" is now out in the current issue of anthology Aegri Somnia. {This story went through the queue as "Blind Love." } [Dec 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose short story, "The Devil and Mrs. Comstock's Snickerdoodles" is now out in the current issue of Realms of Fantasy. [Dec 2006]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his short story, "Heart to Heart" to From the Asylum. [Nov 2006]

• Katherine Mankiller, whose short story, "Corporate Oversight" is now out in the current issue of The Fifth Di.... [Nov 2006]

• Josh Vogt, who sold his short story, "Even Songbirds are Kept in Cages" to Shimmer. [Nov 2006]

• Katherine Mankiller, who sold her short story, "Corporate Oversight" to The Fifth Di.... [Nov 2006]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her short story, "Betal's Decision" to Kinships. [Nov 2006]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Day Without Kings" to On Spec. {This story was twice-crittered, actually (originally as crit ms number 344!). I am overjoyed with this sale. While not quite "pro" rates, On Spec is pretty close, and in terms of quality, it is definitely a premier market for speculative fiction. } [Nov 2006]

• Frank Darbe, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Walking the Blade Road" to Another Realm. [Nov 2006]

• Marion Bernard, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "All is Fair" to Dark Recesses Press. {This just went through the queue in September and got snapped up by the first publisher I sent it to - so, thanks for your input everyone! } [Nov 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Of Two Minds in Lanais (French reprint)" is now out in the current issue of Faeries. [Nov 2006]

• J.P. Davis, whose short story, "Halloween Night" is now out in the current issue of Shimmer. {My first fiction sale! Though this piece wasn't crittered, I couldn't have done it without the lessons I learned here. Thanks, everyone! } [Nov 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Tears of My Mother, the Shell of My Father" to Japanese Dreams anthology (Prime Books). {This went through the queue as "Hannya-Shin-Kyo: The Stillness Between Thoughts." Thanks to all the critters who provided excellent feedback on this story. } [Nov 2006]

• Matthew W. Quinn, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "I am the Wendigo" to Chimaera Serials. [Nov 2006]

• Tarl Roger Kudrick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Hot Fudge and Whipped Cream" to The Town Drunk. {The Crittered version was 1,900 words. The version that sold is 4,100. The sold version is better. Thanks especially to Steve Turnbull for suggesting the poker game needed SOME form of currency and that it should continue throughout the story, and to Glenn Rowsam for suggesting the imps needed to be stupider, and more central to the story. } [Nov 2006]

• Abra Staffin Wiebe, who reports "I am launching Spec the Halls, a speculative winter holiday-themed contest for fiction, artwork, and poetry. Guidelines at http://www.aswiebe.com/specthehalls/guidelines.html". [Nov 2006]

• Manda Benson, whose short story, "The Thirteenth Brigade" is now out in the current issue of Jupiter (www.jupitersf.co.uk). [Nov 2006]

• Karl Bunker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Pilgrimage" to Writers of the Future (4th quarter 2006 winner). [Nov 2006]

• Melissa Cuevas, who sold her short story, "The Banner Project" to The Sword Review. {Great many thanks to all who've looked at my works and pointed out several bad habits and just my often just plain weird writing style! } [Nov 2006]

• Bill Siderski, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Things That Go Pumb in the Night" to Alienskin. {First Sale! Thanks to everyone who pushed, nudged, cajoled, critiqued, scolded, yelled, picked, beat, howled, admired, and shrugged. I appreciate the time. } [Nov 2006]

• Michael Greenhut, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Better Gentleman" to AlienSkin. [Nov 2006]

• Daniel Arenson, who sold his poem, "Almost Alive" to The Harrow. [Oct 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Zoo In The Jungle" to Analog. {Thanks again to the Critters who helped me polish this story. I don't know what I'd do without you. } [Oct 2006]

• Dave Hoing, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Purring of Cats" is now out in the current issue of Interzone. [Oct 2006]

• Dale Mettam, whose novel, "The Pub at the Center of the Universe"" is now out from DaileySwan Publishing (available on Amazon). [Oct 2006]

• Richard K. Lyon, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Nun's Demon Lover" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. {I want to repeat my thanks to both the criters who helped me with this story and the editors of Sword Review who also did a lot of patient work. } [Oct 2006]

• Daniel Arenson, who sold his short story, "Bluebell and the Giant" to Beyond Centauri. [Oct 2006]

• Kathryn Gossow, whose short story, "The Applicant" is now out in the current issue of AntipodeanSF. [Oct 2006]

• Kathryn Gossow, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Worm" is now out in the current issue of Cezannes Carrot. [Oct 2006]

• Tom Williams, who sold his short story, "At Winter's Edge" to Forgotten Worlds. [Oct 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "Part 2 of my Writing Multicultural Fiction for Children article is now up at Writing-World.com". [Oct 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "Face Facts" to All Possible Worlds magazine. [Oct 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Shim Chung the Lotus Queen" is now out in the current issue of GrendelSong. [Oct 2006]

• Lucien Spelman, who reports "The Great Story Wars Contest". {Over in the forums at BBT Magazine, they're running The Great Story Wars, which is a fancy-pants title for a short story competition. Send your short stories along to submissions@bbtmagazine.com with "STORY WARS" in your subject bar somewhere, so they know you aren't from Nigeria offering them five million dollars. (What sort of short story? Read the submission page. Those kinds of short stories.) The stories that they receive between now and November 19th will be posted on the forums in the Great Story Wars area. between Nov. 19th & Dec. 3rd, people will vote on the stories, and the winning story will be purchased and that author will be published in the upcoming Winter 2006 issue of BBT Magazine. So come on. You can mail out regular submissions, which is humdrum, or you can compete tooth and nail against other people's stories. No mamsy-pansy "It wasn't right for us," stuff, no sir. Send your story. Knock the readers socks off. Get published. The Great Story Wars Rules: * Stories must meet all submissions standards for BBT Magazine submission, i.e. formatting, story length, etc. * For the Winter 2006/2007 contest, all entries must be posted on the BBT Forum by the Nov. 19Th deadline. * Voting will take place between Nov. 19th & Dec 3rd. When the votes are tallied, the story with the most votes will be declared the winner. * The winning story will be purchased & published in the winter issue of BBT Magazine under our standard pay rates and rights agreement. * Users may vote for themselves, but only one user name may be registered per person. * The writer may remove the story at anytime, and the writer retains all rights until purchased by BBT Magazine retains all rights. * The story is considered unpublished as this is a membership only forum, and may be submitted to other venues at the contests end. * No more than three stories may be submitted by a writer. } [Oct 2006]

• Chet Gottfried, who sold his short story, "A Perfect Foot" to Withersin. {This horror story wasn't crittered per se, but three Critter friends reviewed it for me. (A new magazine, Withersin pays 5 cents a word, which is very pleasing.) } [Oct 2006]

• Chet Gottfried, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Rings of Mars" to OG's Speculative Fiction. {The story was originally crittered under the title "A Martian Sale" and was subsequently rewritten, thanks to the comments I received. Thank you one and all! } [Oct 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "The Souldrinker" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. [Oct 2006]

• Swapna Kishore, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Reclaiming Lucy" to Dred Tales . {A huge thanks to everyone who critted this story! } [Oct 2006]

• SC Bryce, who sold her short story, "The Thing at the End of the Leash" to Byzarium. [Oct 2006]

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• Eugie Foster, who reports "My October Writing for Young Readers column is now up at Writing-World.com: "Hi/Lo Books: Writing for Reluctant Readers." ". [Oct 2006]

• Robert J. Santa, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Princess Lily's Wedding" is now out in the current issue of Blood, Blade & Thruster. {This piece was a 2nd-place winner of Ralan Conley's Grabber contest a few years back, and I'm delighted to find another home for it. BBT is filled with funny and slightly-slanted fantasy that is hysterical. Check it out at www.bbtmagazine.com } [Oct 2006]

• Colin Harvey, who has won the 3rd place in Ralan's Grabber award for his short story, "The Bloodhound". [Oct 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "An article on me, entitled "Eyes On Rob Shelsky" is in the new issue of Aberrant Dreams Magazine. This is an in-depth interview they asked me to do, and my first one ever. It was exciting and fun to do." is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams Magazine. [Oct 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Bradbury County" is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams Magazine. [Oct 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "My short story, Dreamtime, has been accepted into the final reading pool at Dark Wisdom Magazine -- Pro Rates!". [Oct 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "My article with entitled, Developing a Writing Style and Voice Without Violating Basic Writing Principles is in print with Alien Skin Magazine. And, Alien Skin Magazine is doing a contest based on this article. I'm the sole judge, and the winner receives pro rates for a 1,000 word story, and a T-Shirt. Contest is free." is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin Magazine. [Oct 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "Dark Wisdom Magazine has asked for a rewrite and has placed my article, Brown Mountain Lights of North Carolina, in it's final reading pool. They pay pro rates!". [Oct 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "I've had my fourth review on my new new novel, Lost Echoes. It's from Euro Review. Here's the link: http://euroreviews.eu.funpic.de/bookdetails.php?book_id=610. And, the best part is was an unqualified success! Annick, the reviewer wrote: Rob Shelsky has written a wonderful love story. It fascinated me from the first page 'till the last. Travel along with Peter to England in the 16th century, and see if he can save his beloved Aurea… ". [Oct 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Miss Annabelle's Yankee" to Uncial Press. [Oct 2006]

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• Jason Hauser, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Prophecy of the Dragon" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. {Thanks for everyone who offered advice on this little story } [Oct 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Returning My Sister's Face (audio reprint)" is now out in the current issue of Pseudopod. [Oct 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Addy in My Mind" to Helix. {This story went through the queue as "Adrienne's Secret." } [Oct 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Wanting to Want" to Hub. [Oct 2006]

• Gerard Brennan, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Road Rage" to CHIMERAWORLD #4 Anthology. [Oct 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "Fang of the Serpent" is now out in the current issue of Dragons, Knights, & Angels. [Sep 2006]

• Doc Finch, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Eddie's Record"" is now out in the current issue of Oceans of the Mind. [Sep 2006]

• James Swingle, who sold his short story, "Corpses and Gang Bangs and Bears" to Black Ink Horror. {This story had been slated for issue #9 of Wicked Karnival, which is sadly closing. } [Sep 2006]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Walk in the Park" to Sinister Tales. [Sep 2006]

• Kevin Anderson, whose short story, "Between Sisters" is now out in the current issue of Dark Cloud Press in their new Anthology "Thou Shalt Not...". [Sep 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Time of Your Life" to T. N. Thomas Presents TIMEFLASH anthology. {Thank you to all who crittered this story. The changes I made from your feedback definitely improved it. } [Sep 2006]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Nun's Demon Lover" to The Sword Review. {My thanks to everyone here and at The Sword Review who read and commented helpfully on this story } [Sep 2006]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Nun's Demon Lover" to The . [Sep 2006]

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• Eugie Foster, who reports "My September Writing for Young Readers column, "An Interview with Deborah Vetter of the Cricket Magazine Group" is now up at Writing-World.com". [Sep 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose short story, "The Wiggly People" is now out in the current issue of Thou Shalt Not anthology. [Sep 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose short story, "Sins of the Mother" is now out in the current issue of Thou Shalt Not anthology. [Sep 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Storyteller's Wife (audio reprint)" is now out in the current issue of MechMuse.com. [Sep 2006]

• Marguerite Lance, whose short story, "The Wood and the Brass" is now out in the current issue of Thou Shalt Not... from Dark Cloud Press. [Sep 2006]

• Tarl Roger Kudrick, who sold his short story, "Labor Night" to Noneuclidiean Cafe. {This story isn't speculative, so it wasn't fit for Critters, but wow, have the Critters ever helped me write better! } [Sep 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, whose poem, "The Big Picture" is now out in the current issue of SCIFAIKUEST Special Edition CD. {This is an audio CD, nicely narrated by a professional voice actor. The CD ("Kuanta") is listed for purchase at samsdotpublishing.com/scifaikuest/skpurchasecenter.htm. "The Big Picture" is on track 2. } [Sep 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "We Are the Cat (reprint)" to ESLI [Russia]. {ESLI's editor reads the US magazines and contacts the authors of stories he likes. He buys one time rights to have the stories translated into Russian and published in ESLI. This is the third story of mine he's chosen. Those three stories, I consider the best I've written; I only wish he were a reviewer in a US venue. ESLI itself is a beautiful magazine. Again, I thank the Critters who helped me with the story. } [Sep 2006]

• robngeorge, who reports "I am the featured guest in Aberrant Dreams "Reader's Eye On..." They editors at Aberrant Dreams have been kind enough to give me an in-depth interview, asking me about all sorts of aspects of my writing, feelings, and current projects. Check it out, it will be in the next issue, online and in print. The editors at Aberrant Dreams liked it so much, they said they thought I had the "heart of a poet." Nice to hear.". [Sep 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Bradbury County" is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams Magazine in their next edition.. [Sep 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Higher Level of Understanding" to Analog. {Thanks again, Critters for the critiques that made the story better. } [Sep 2006]

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• James Swingle, who sold his short story, "Prophet's Choice" to Aoife's Kiss. [Sep 2006]

• Michael Greenhut, who reports "My poem "Son of Shadow" received an honorable mention in the Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2005, 19th annual collection". [Sep 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his short story, "Memory Bones" to The Undead 2 anthology. {Third time sale. Reprint of a reprint...? } [Sep 2006]

• Bruce Horner, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Mina's Kiss" to Future Syndicate. {My first sale! My thanks to my fellow critters for their insightful comments. } [Sep 2006]

• Sheri Fresonke Harper, who sold her short story, "Ghosts of Larymna"" to Whispering Spirits E-Anthology. [Sep 2006]

• Marguerite Lance, whose (Critter'd) short story, "El Remedio" is now out in the current issue of Dragons, Knights, and Angels Magazine. {Thanks again to all those who critted this story. } [Sep 2006]

• Kevin Anderson, who sold his short story, "Scarecrows and Devils" to Dark Animus. [Sep 2006]

• Kevin Anderson, who sold his short story, "Scarecrows and Devils" to Dark Animus. [Sep 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, whose (Critter'd) short story, ""Fast Forward"" is now out in the current issue of Bleeding Quill. {If you have interest in reading this issue of Bleeding Quill, purchase information is at http://www.bleedingquill.com/purchase.html. } [Sep 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, whose short story, "My Life's a Dream"" is now out in the current issue of Aoife's Kiss. {If you have interest in reading this issue of Aoife's Kiss, purchase information is at http://www.genremall.com/zines.htm. } [Sep 2006]

• Ray Main, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Caroom Shot" to electricspec.com. {Thanks to the many Critters reviewers who caught my goofs and helped make this story publishable. } [Sep 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "Both "The Tiger Fortune Princess" (in Paradox #7) and "The Bunny of Vengeance and the Bear of Death" (in Fantasy Magazine #1) received an Honorable Mention in the 19th Annual Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: 2006, edited by Ellen Datlow, Gavin Grant, and Kelly Link.". [Sep 2006]

• Karl Bunker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Nomad" to Abyss & Apex: Magazine of Speculative Fiction. {Thanks to all the Critters who helped me make this first sale. } [Sep 2006]

• Marion Bernard, who sold her novel, "a paranormal romance (still discussing names with the editor)" to Ellora's Cave. {I'm thrilled with my first book sale! This didn't get critiqued here as the topic wasn't appropriate for this forum but I've learned so much from critters - both from being critiqued and (maybe even more) by giving them - that I have to give you guys credit for this sale. Thanks everyone! ... and keep writing! } [Sep 2006]

• Marion Bernard, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Jakkar's Servant" to Coyote Moon Publications. {Thanks everyone who commented! It's going to be in an anthology of vampire stories. } [Sep 2006]

• Abra Staffin Wiebe, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Blood for Oil" is now out in the current issue of Allegory . {Thanks again to all whose critiques helped to improve this horror short story! It can be read at http://www.allegoryezine.com. } [Sep 2006]

• Tom Williams, who sold his short story, "The One-Legged Assassin" to Electric Spec. [Sep 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "My article, "Ten Myths About Writing for Kids," is now up at Writing-World.com". [Sep 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Second Daughter (reprint)" is now out in the current issue of Her Circle Ezine. [Sep 2006]

• J.A.Howe, who sold her short story, "Bringing the Soil" to Aoife's Kiss. {This is to be published in the March 2007 issue. } [Sep 2006]

• Fredrick Obermeyer, whose short story, "Nanimals" is now out in the current issue of The Fifth Di. {You can read it at http://www.samsdotpublishing.com/fifth/nanimals.htm } [Aug 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Ancient Enemies" to EaglesongBooks, at EaglesongBooks.com. {This is my second sale to Eaglesong Books, my first, just a couple of weeks ago, was Annabelle's Yankee, which is now released. Ancient Enemies was just accepted. } [Aug 2006]

• Valerie Frankel, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Henry Potty and the Pet Rock: An Unauthorized Harry Potter Parody" is now out from WingSpan Press. {This book is now available on Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, The Critter Captain's new iFiction or www.HarryPotterParody.com. I'm so excited! Unapproved, unendorsed, unofficial, and unstoppable: an award-winning parody for all the Harry Potter kids out there. Lord Revolting, murderous goldfish-flusher, needs Really Wimpy’s pet rock to conquer the world! What part does Socks the parrot, wisecracking pet of Headmaster Bumbling Bore, play? Will this novel waste your entire morning? There’s only one way to know… For everyone who loved Harry Potter…and for everyone who didn’t, ages 2 to 222. } [Aug 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his short story, "Two Point Four Children" to FARthing magazine. {It may be that Two Point Four Children is just a drabble, but I'm getting paid, and FARthing is such a beautifully produced print magazine. } [Aug 2006]

• SC Bryce, whose (Critter'd) short story, "To Find Peace, part 2 of The Rise of a Necromancer" is now out in the current issue of Flashing Swords. [Aug 2006]

• SC Bryce, who reports "I was invited to be one of the authors in Carnifex Press's Freehold shared-world project. More information about the project can be found at www.CarnifexPress.net.". [Aug 2006]

• SC Bryce, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Anonymous World" is now out in the current issue of Afterburn SF. [Aug 2006]

• SC Bryce, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Burning River" is now out in the current issue of Universe Pathways. [Aug 2006]

• SC Bryce, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Diary of Hillary Sorensen-French" to Kaleidotrope. [Aug 2006]

• SC Bryce, who reports "I was recently interviewed by Howard Andrew Jones, one of the editors of Black Gate and the editor in chief of SwordAndSorcery.org. The interview is available at www.swordandsorcery.org". [Aug 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sacred Skin" to Pseudopod. {pseudopod.org is the new sister site to the acclaimed podcast magazine, www.escapepod.org. Horror fans hould check out the former while spec fic devotees should go see the latter. You'll find loads of great stories - including some Hugo winning tales - in audio download format. mp3s for free. Sacred Skin was crittered twice (that's how bad it was, originally!). This is the third time I've sold it. } [Aug 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Of Two Minds in Lanais (French reprint)" to Faeries. {This story originally appeared in the Oct. 2004 issue (#48) of Leading Edge. } [Aug 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "A Parade of Taylups" to Aberrant Dreams. [Aug 2006]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Witch's Revenge" to The Lorelei Signal. [Aug 2006]

• hank quense, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Maple Syrup Politics" is now out in the current issue of Scyweb Bem. [Aug 2006]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Even Dragons Dance" to Forgotten Worlds. {Thanks to Critters, this story sold just one month after passing through the queue! Thanks to everyone who critiqued this, you really made a difference. } [Aug 2006]

• Bob Leishman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Buck Swain Management Bible" to Reflection's Edge. [Aug 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Speaking in Forked Tongues" to Down in the Cellar. {This story was crittered a long time ago as 'Bad Vibrations'. } [Aug 2006]

• Jan Clark, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "True Slime Tales #37" to Tales of the Slug Anthology (Windstorm Creative). [Aug 2006]

• Abra Staffin Wiebe, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Blood for Oil" to Allegory, formerly Peridot Books. {"Blood for Oil" has been accepted by Allegory Magazine, formerly known as Peridot Books (http://www.peridotbooks.com/index.htm), and will be published in their September issue. It's a short story about an oil company executive charged with finding new energy resources who finds one that has less to do with science and more to do with black magic. Continuing the pattern of which of my stories get published, it's straight-up horror with an environmental twist and a conspiracy-theory kicker. --Thanks to everybody who critted this one, your comments really helped strengthen the story! } [Aug 2006]

• Kevin Haw, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Technical Exchange" is now out in the current issue of Jim Baen's Universe. [Aug 2006]

• (Suresh &) Jyoti Guptara, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Bryn: Insanity #1: Conspiracy of Calaspia" to India Research Press, Tara Press. {English-language rights for South and South-East Asia sold to Tara Press soon after the book was accepted for publication by Aultbea Publishers, UK. More information on the Guptara Twins, teenaged fantasy noveists, and their INSANITY series can be found at: http://www.twins.guptara.net } [Aug 2006]

• Michael Greenhut, who reports "I was accepted into the Clarion South workshop (Jan-Feb) with a $500 (Australian) scholarship. I should note that "Ran's Lullaby" was one of the stories I submitted, so thanks to all who critter'd that.". {If you hadn't posted that reminder two days before the deadline, I wouldn't have known about it at all. Thanks! } [Aug 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "My August Writing for Young Readers column, "Writing for Tweens," is now up at Writing-World.com". [Aug 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Returning My Sister's Face (audio reprint)" to Pseudopod. [Aug 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Second Daughter (reprint)" to Her Circle Ezine. [Aug 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "My short story, Miss Annabelle's Yankee, a time travel romance, was accepted by EaglesongBooks, and they liked it so much, they gave it a cover. It can be seen at: http://www.awe-struck.net/ESB-AS/esb-COMING-SOON/ESB-coming-soon.php ". [Aug 2006]

• Joe Murphy, whose short story, "The Secret of Broken Tickers" is now out in the current issue of Fantasy: The Best of the Year 2006 Edition. {This anthology is available from Prime Books at their website. While this story wasn't crittered, the feedback I get from ya'll is always great. Thanks! } [Aug 2006]

• Michelle O'Neill, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Naked Venom" is now out from Double Dragon Ebooks. [Aug 2006]

• Michelle O'Neill, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Naked Venom" to Double Dragon Ebooks. [Aug 2006]

• (Suresh &) Jyoti Guptara, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Bryn: Insanity #1: Conspiracy of Calaspia" to Aultbea Publishers. {Jyoti wrote this novel together with his twin brother. The two have been collaborating on the INSANITY series from the age of 11 (now 17). } [Aug 2006]

• Jason Hauser, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Prophecy of the Dragon" to The Sword Review. {This tongue-in-cheek fantasy was crittered 4 years ago, peddled around briefly, then forgotten about. By chance, I submitted it recently to The Sword Review and they accepted. So a belated thanks to everyone who helped me! } [Aug 2006]

• Gregory Adams, who sold his short story, "Mr. Pinneped Adrift" to Alienskin. {It's amazing... I sold two short stories the same week I got married! } [Aug 2006]

• Gregory Adams, who sold his short story, "The Most Selfish Man in All of Stretford" to Blood, Blade and Thruster. {Although this tale wasn't crittered, I learned of this new market via Critters. Also, there can be no doubt that both critting and being crittered has greatly improved my work. } [Aug 2006]

• Michael Greenhut, who reports "I'm now an editor at EpicSFF.com. I'll be writing monthly nonfiction pieces on everything and anything that has to do with speculative fiction. ". [Aug 2006]

• Valerie Estelle Frankel, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Henry Potty and the Pet Rock: An Unauthorized Harry Potter Parody" to Wingspan Press. {It'll be hitting the market in just a few weeks. Talk about busy, busy. I've also just finished setting up the accompanying website at www.harrypotterparody.com Come visit! } [Jul 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who sold his short story, "Shan'tir'ri" to Ray Gun Revival. [Jul 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who sold his short story, "Souldrinker" to The Sword Review. [Jul 2006]

• K. Dean Webb, who reports "I finished my first Novel !!!!!". { It has been a lifetime goal for me to write a book, but for years, fear stood in my way. If not for the support of fellow Critter J.E.Christopher Smith, and other close friends, I would not have completed it. At long last, after 11 months, almost to the day, It is complete! I have recently submitted prolouge and first chapter to the queue and am anxiously awaiting to hear what my feedback will be! I have written short stories, poetry, and even a children's book. But nothing compared to this task! Not only was it hard work, it was enjoyable to boot! I hope you all enjoy my efforts! } [Jul 2006]

• James Palmer, who reports "I will have three recurring features in Blood Blade and Thruster Magazine, "Flashback": about classic SF media, "Needles": about classic SF books, and "Confessions of an Unrepentant Fanboy": a full-on rant about SF subjects, will first appear in the debut issue in September". [Jul 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "I've Been Picked by Aberrant Dreams to be one of their Authors in a Contest For Readers. The Contest is Free and the Link is: http://www.scifidimnsions.com/Jul06/aberrantdreamscontest.htm, so come up with a good synopsis or outline and PLEASE ME PLEASE AS THE AUTHOR OF CHOICE!". [Jul 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "My Time Travel Romance Novel, Lost Echoes, with Awestruck Books is Going to Reviewers August 1, 2006. The final proof is finished and it's due out in December 2006!". [Jul 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Nobodies and Somebodies" is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams. [Jul 2006]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Dee's Unicorn" to Rage Machine Magazine. [Jul 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Returning My Sister's Face" to Escape Pod. {This is a reprint to be published as an audio podcast. The story originally appeared in the Feb. 2005 issue of Realms of Fantasy. } [Jul 2006]

• Becky Huffman, who has won the 1st place award for her (Critter'd) short story, "Killing Time". { Killing Time won first place in a regional contest hosted by our local Barnes and Noble bookstore. They held a very nice awards presentation for the winning stories, part of the program was for each winning story to be read aloud by the author. It was well attended and it was especially fun to see the casual shoppers who heard the stories being read and stayed to hear the rest of the readings. Killing Time is a flash fiction that's been through a long 'journey' and at times has been harshly received. Many many thanks to the Critters who helped me shape it up for this final version. } [Jul 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "My story, "The Bunny of Vengeance and the Bear of Death," published in the premiere issue of Fantasy Magazine, received an Honorable Mention in The Year's Best Science Fiction Twenty-third Annual Collection, edited by Gardner Dozois. Thanks to all the Critters who critiqued this!". [Jul 2006]

• Paul Sheringham, whose (Critter'd) short story, "RoadKill" is now out in the current issue of Flash Spec Volume One. {This story was crittered as White Line Fever. Thanks to all who provided feedback on my story. } [Jul 2006]

• Keesa Renee DuPre, whose poem, "Dragon's Lament" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. {This poem won Honorable Mention in the 2006 Annual Poetry Contest at The Sword Review. } [Jul 2006]

• Keesa Renee DuPre, who sold her short story, "Chasing the Great Sky Dog" to The Sword Review. [Jul 2006]

• Jeff Soesbe, who reports "My (non-Crittered) short story "Padre" was a Quarterfinalist in the Q2 2006 Writers of the Future contest (ending March 31).". {While "Padre" did not get critiqued by the Critters, it had been through another workshop and my writing group and I'd used my Critters-gained knowledge while doing revisions. I'd thought "Padre" might do better than a story that was a previous WOTF Quarterfinalist, but I'm still thrilled. I'm also making the mental note to make sure to have stories Crittered - the feedback is always excellent! } [Jul 2006]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his short story, "Standards" to Escapepod. {This is a resale of a story I sold to Analog some years ago. It will be my first in audio which makes me happy! } [Jul 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "The premiere issue of The Town Drunk, the humorous webzine edited by Brit Marschalk and myself is up at: www.thetowndrunk.org. Read works by Keith R.A. DeCandido, Robert Lopresti, and Sandra McDonald.". [Jul 2006]

• Marguerite Lance, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "El Remedio" to Dragons, Knights & Angels. {Thanks to all who offered such helpful crits for "El Remedio". Obviously, they helped a lot! } [Jul 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "I received the final proof of my time travel Novel, Lost Echoes, and it is on track to be published this December, 206, by Awestruck.". [Jul 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose short story, "Science Fiction As Message -- A Tool For Political, Social, and Religious Commentary, my article" is now out in the current issue of Midnight Street Magazine, United Kingdom. [Jul 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Dance of the Butterflies" is now out in the current issue of Continuum Science Fiction Magazine. [Jul 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "Galaxy Store" is now out in the current issue of Ray Gun Revival. [Jul 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "Marian's Test" is now out in the current issue of Dragons, Knights, & Angels. [Jul 2006]

• Daniel Arenson, who sold his poem, "The Moon's for Sale" to Between Kisses. [Jul 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his short story, "Mister Pumpseed" to Dark Jesters. {This is a forthcoming annual print jobbie from Novello Publishers. Issue 1 is scheduled around October. } [Jul 2006]

• M. H. Bonham, whose (Critter'd) short story, "When the Vengeance is Gone" is now out in the current issue of Lorelei Signal. [Jul 2006]

• M. H. Bonham, who sold her novel, "Runestone of Teiwas" to Yard Dog Press. [Jul 2006]

• M. H. Bonham, who sold her novel, "Lachlei" to Dragon Moon Press. [Jul 2006]

• JA Howe, who sold her short story, "The Third Red Light" to thereadersretreat.com. {It's going to be serialized into about ten parts! } [Jul 2006]

• James Palmer, who reports "My latest Barium Cinema review column is now out in the current issue of Continuum SF". [Jul 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, whose short story, "Daughter of Chaos" is now out in the current issue of The Sygian Soul Anthology from Double Dragon. [Jul 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, whose short story, "Descent Into Chaos" is now out in the current issue of The Sygian Soul Anthology from Double Dragon. [Jul 2006]

• Jessica Goeller, who sold her short story, "A Different Magic" to Iris Print Books, Connections Anthology. [Jul 2006]

• Michael A. Ouellette, whose (Critter'd) short story, "For the People" is now out in the current issue of The Star-Spangled Zombie anthology. {Many thanks to all the Critters whose excellent suggestions improved this piece. This is both my first reprint sale and my first anthology sale! "The Star-Spangled Zombie" is published by Maniac Press, and available at lulu.com. Here's the link. http://www.lulu.com/content/354612 } [Jul 2006]

• Nicole J. LeBoeuf-Little, who reports "I will be attending Viable Paradise this year!". {That would be thing here: http://www.sff.net/paradise/ . Yay! } [Jul 2006]

• Robert Eggleton, whose novel, "Rarity from the Hollow" is now out from www.fatcatpress.com. [Jul 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "Beginning in August, I'll be writing a monthly column about children's fiction for Writing-World.". [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "I sold my article "Multicultural Writing Pts 1 and 2" to Writing-World.". [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "The Devil and Mrs. Comstock's Snickerdoodles" to Realms of Fantasy. [Jun 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who sold his short story, "Fang of the Serpent" to Dragons, Knights, & Angels. [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Dragon's Breath Seed" to Reflection's Edge. [Jun 2006]

• Nicole J. LeBoeuf-Little, whose short story, "Right Door, Wrong Time" is now out in the current issue of Twilight Tales. {This story placed 3rd in the annual Twilight Tales Flash Fiction contest at World Horror '06. Third time competing, first time winning, yay! You can read the story by visiting http://www.twilighttales.com/ and following the appropriate "New Fiction!" link. } [Jun 2006]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "UCLA Screenplay Contest Press Release". {Hey all, I've been notified by the UCLA Professional Programs office that an announcement for the winners of the 2005-2006 UCLA Professional Programs Screenplay Competition has come out in the current issue of Hollywood Reporter for the week of June 26-July 1 2006. The announcement's on page 19. Woohoo! I've already gotten a few e-mails from some entertainment lawyers, managers, producers, etc. It'll be interesting to see what comes up over the next few days. The script I won with is a Chinese Joan of Arc movie called "Heaven's Mandate." I posted an excerpt at http://writerboris.blogspot.com/2006/04/heavens-mandate-screenplay-excerpt-im.html Now I must get back to fiction. Boris } [Jun 2006]

• Daniel Arenson, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Firefly Island" to Tekno Books. {This book ran through the queue a long, long time ago -- thanks to everyone who critiqued it! } [Jun 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Double Helix, Downward Gyre" to Analog. {Thanks to those of you who critiqued the story. I rewrote heavily based on your critiques. Again, thanks. } [Jun 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, whose short story, "Descent Into Chaos" is now out in the current issue of The Stygian Soul Anthology. {The Stygian Soul was edited by Tina Morgan and Sheri McGathy and is available as an e-book from Double Dragon. } [Jun 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, whose short story, "Daughter of Chaos" is now out in the current issue of The Stygian Soul Anthology. {The Stygian Soul was edited by Tina Morgan and Sheri McGathy and is available as an e-book from Double Dragon. } [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "I sold my article "10 Myths About Writing For Kids" to Writing-World.". [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "my article "When the guidelines say '7-12': The Ages and Stages of Children's Literature" was published by Writing-World.". [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "The Escape Pod podcast of my short story "My Friend is a Lesbian Zombie" has been nominated for a Parsec Award in the Best Speculative Fiction (short form) category.". [Jun 2006]

• James Swingle, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Invisible Hand" is now out in the current issue of Byzarium. {Thanks to everyone who read my story and provided feedback. I really appreciate your valuable help. } [Jun 2006]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "The Treestand" to Aoife's Kiss. {I thought "The Treestand" was a Crittered piece, but on second look, it wasn't. I did submit four other stories for Critters about the same people, my civilized carnivores or "Tautschen." At Aoife's, the editor himself very kindly made suggestions on what changes he would like to see and once corrected, I send the story back and he accepted it. } [Jun 2006]

• Carole Ann Moleti, who reports ""Confessions of A Closet Witch"entertains US troops on the front lines in Afghanistan.". {I got a crit three weeks late today, and I still have tears in my eyes. Fellow critter, Captain Jerry Miller, said he got quite a few laughs while reading about the adventures of an urban witch. Thanks to critters, I can now add the title of electronic USO entertainer to my CV! Even if that story goes nowhere else, I have the satisfaction of knowing I made the day a little better for someone in a tough situation. } [Jun 2006]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Dodo Dragon" to Ennea ("9"). {Ennea is a Greek magazine. This is a reprint of a story that's already appeared in Jackhammer and Adbusters, but it's the first time I've had a story printed in an alphabet I can't read. } [Jun 2006]

• Helen Keeble, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Interviews with the Grammarians" to Farthing magazine. {First sale! Farthing magazine is a new British-based SF/F/H pro-rate market, described by Ursula Le Guin as "cooler than Analog" and well worth a look (www.farthingmagazine.com). I've seen at least one other Critter'ed story in its pages - go check it out! } [Jun 2006]

• christine l golden, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Second Hand Smoke" to Aoife's Kiss (Sept 2007). {Thanks so much to all the critters that made so many valid suggestions...it paid off...please forgive my extreme excitement- this is my first sale and I have been floating on cloud nine all day. (not to mention I got the e-mail on my birthday- now that's a real gift!) } [Jun 2006]

• christine l golden, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Second Hand Smoke" to Aoife's Kiss (Sept 2007). [Jun 2006]

• hank quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Maple Syrup Politics" to Scyweb BEM. [Jun 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "The Lost Freehold" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. [Jun 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Fast Forward"" to Bleeding Quill. {Thanks to all of you who crittered "Fast Forward". It should be available in Bleeding Quill, issue #3, around August 2006. This will be my first short story available in print format. } [Jun 2006]

• Kathryn Gossow, who has won the commendation in Australian Horror Writers's Association Flash Fiction award for her short story, "Stalker". [Jun 2006]

• Tom Williams, who sold his short story, "The Teeth of the Matter" to Dragons, Knights and Angels. [Jun 2006]

• Lucien E. G. Spelman, who reports "I started a magazine! (Paying market.)". {Lucien E.G. Spelman got tired of waiting on response from thers, and started his own freakin' print magazine. It's called Blood, Blade, & Thruster: The Magazine of Speculative Fiction and Satire, and it's seeking submissions. Go here: if you'd like to know more: http://www.bbtmagazine.com ll Thanks to the Critters for the inspiration to give all this talent a new PAYING venue (even if it's not much.) Give us a look. We have hungry eyes... } [Jun 2006]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who reports "I'm A Guest On Two Panels at the SciFi SummerCon In Atlanta". {I've been invited to be a guest on two panels sponsored by Aberrant Dreams Magazine. The first panel is "A Brief History of Science Fiction," and the second panel is "Anatomy of A Sale." Hope to see some of you Critters there. Hey, we'll talk! } [Jun 2006]

• Rob, who reports "My Article, Implosion, is now out with Alien Skin Magazine. ". {My article, Implosion, is now posted with Alien Skin Magazine. It can be seen at: http://www.alienskinmag.com/ Just follow the links from there to Articles, Science Fiction. } [Jun 2006]

• Rob, who sold his novel, "Lost Echoes" to Awestruck Books. {Lost Echoes, my SciFi/Time Travel Romance will come out in December of this year, 2006. This is my first novel sale! } [Jun 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "My article, Brave New World Was Accepted For Publication by Midnight Street, A UK Magazine.". [Jun 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dreamtime" to Jim Baen's Universe Magazine. {Dreamtime is a story that deals with immortality and questions, but not the kind you might think. } [Jun 2006]

• Michael Cain, who sold his short story, "The Night Journey" to Ruthie's Club. {It's an erotic fantasy piece. } [Jun 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who sold his short story, "Marian's Test" to Dragons, Knights, & Angels. [Jun 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Oathkeeper Destiny" is now out in the current issue of Dragons, Knights, & Angels. [Jun 2006]

• Hank Quense, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Desperate Measures" is now out in the current issue of Jupiter World Press. {The first part of he story can be read on my website: it's listed in the bio section } [Jun 2006]

• Janice Clark, whose novel, "The Mountains of the Moon" is now out from Windstorm Creative. {My children's chapter book, first of The Hall of Doors series, beutifully illustrated inside and out by fantasy artist J.W. Kalin, is now up on Windstorm's website at http://www.windstormcreative.com/blueworks/22182.htm and should be available in bookstores soon. Working with Critters has contributed immeasurably to my skills as a writer. } [Jun 2006]

• Josh Vogt, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Soul Shop" to Leading Edge: Magazine of Science Fiction and Fantasy. [Jun 2006]

• J.P. Davis, who sold his short story, "Halloween Night" to Shimmer Magazine. [Jun 2006]

• Gerard Brennan, who sold his short story, "Would You Be Interested?" to From the Asylum. [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Patch of Jewels in the Sky" is now out in the current issue of Dragonfly Spirit. {Dragonfly Spirit is a wonderful publication edited by fellow Critter Gisele LeBlanc. } [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Tax Collector's Cow" is now out in the current issue of Spider. {(This went through the queue as "The Titheman's Cow.") } [Jun 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Archer of the Sun and the Lady of the Moon" is now out in the current issue of Paradox. [Jun 2006]

• Micheal C. Planck, who has won the Honorable Mention (3rd) in the "Knights, Dragon, Angel 2006 fiction contest" award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Heartwyrm". {A great contest - quick, friendly, winners got published. This is my first sale so thanks for all the help, everyone! } [Jun 2006]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Dr Slither" to Farthing. {This was critiqued as "Slugs" in May. Many thanks to the people who provided feedback. It's not very often that I've sold a story this fast. } [Jun 2006]

• Daniel Arenson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Tigergirl" is now out in the current issue of Spinetingler. {Thanks to everyone who critiqued the story! You can read it at http://www.spinetinglermag.com/issuedownload.htm . } [Jun 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "It Came From out of the Air" to Aoife's Kiss. {Look for this story in June 2007. } [Jun 2006]

• Chet Gottfried, whose short story, "The Corner Chandler" is now out in the current issue of Deep Magic. {Although this story wasn't crittered per se, two critter friends critiqued the story. That certainly helped, so I can truthfully say that Critters was responsible for publication (though one should never blame Critters for anything I write). } [Jun 2006]

• James Swingle, whose short story, "A with Index Finger" is now out in the current issue of Susurrus. [Jun 2006]

• James Swingle, who sold his short story, "Corpses and Gang Bangs and Bears" to Wicked Karnival. [Jun 2006]

• James Swingle, who sold his poem, "One Afternoon Stand" to Wicked Karnival. [Jun 2006]

• Hank Quense, whose short story, "The Impresario" is now out in the current issue of Electric Spec. [Jun 2006]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "A film script of mine, "Heaven's Mandate" placed among the winning five in the 2005-2006 UCLA Professional Programs Screenplay Competition. ". {It's my first win in any writing contest. Woohoo! Currently, I'm eking out some short fiction stories. Hopefully, I can break through on the fiction front also in the next year or so. "Heaven's Mandate" is a tale of a nun from the Shaolin temple who fights to be the conscience of a warlord rebelling against the emperor of China. I posted an excerpt on my blog at http://writerboris.blogspot.com/ Boris } [May 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Final Blessing" to Tales of the Talisman. [May 2006]

• Marian Kensler, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Variety" to flashquake. {The story will appear in the newest issue of flashquake, which is coming out on June 1. Thanks very much to everyone who critiqued it! } [May 2006]

• Colin Harvey, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Lightning Days" to Swimming Kangaroo Books. {I'd like to thank all the critters who helped with this, but especially Christi Upson and Bill Oullette for steering me through an entire 150,000 word early draft of the novel. } [May 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Midnight Song" to Nowa Fantastyka. {This is the first time I've submitted a story to a foreign langauge market and to have it accepted is just so cool. } [May 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Oathkeeper Destiny" to Dragons, Knights, & Angels. {Was formerly titled "Yavar's Destiny" when it went through Critters. } [May 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who sold his short story, "The Lost Freehold" to The Sword Review. [May 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, who sold his short story, "Galaxy Store" to Ray Gun Revival. [May 2006]

• M H Bonham, whose short story, "Darkness Over All" is now out in the current issue of Tales of the Talisman. [May 2006]

• M H Bonham, who sold her short story, "Practice" to Kidvisions. [May 2006]

• Chet Gottfried, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dinosaur Egg $6" to Baen's Universe. {The story originally went thru Critters as "The Bet," and the resulting critiques more than helped. Eric Flint requested a revised ending, which I wrote and which he tweaked (impressive editing!). Hey! It's my third pro sale--at long last. Should I SFWA? Whatever, all I can say for certain is that more of my stories will be going thru Critters, which has made mock of the phrase that writing is the loneliest profession. Cheers, --Chet } [May 2006]

• Stephen Gaskell, who reports "My Crittered story, "By the Waters of the Ganga", placed as a Finalist in the Q1 2006 Writers of the Future contest. It is now being held for possible inclusion as a Published Finalist. Thanks to all Critters and a special thanks to Aburt.". [May 2006]

• Tony Pi, who reports "I placed second in the Writers of the Future Contest, First Quarter 2006.". {Thanks to everyone who critiqued my novelette, "The Stone Cipher" (originally posted on Critters as "The Cipher of Stone")! Your input was invaluable in the rewrite. } [May 2006]

• James Swingle, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Invisible Hand" to Byzarium. {Thanks to everyone for their helpful feedback--the revised story I sold greatly benefited from everyone's comments. } [May 2006]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Treestand" to Aiofe's Kiss. [May 2006]

• Aliette de Bodard, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Through the Obsidian Gates" to Shimmer. {This was workshopped under the title "In the Wake of the Quetzal Bird". The crits I received enabled me to tighten it up and solve the inconsistencies. Shimmer saw enough promise in it to ask for a rewrite, and they bought the revised and retitled version for their Autumn 2006 issue. Thanks to everyone who looked at it! } [May 2006]

• Paul Sheringham, who sold his short story, "The Cure" to Antipodean SF Volume 100. {My story "Bloodletting" was in Antipodean SF Number 95. } [May 2006]

• Paul Sheringham, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Road Kill" to Flash Spec Volume One. {This story was critiqued under the title "White Line Fever." } [May 2006]

• James Swingle, whose short story, "Mistaken Delivery" is now out in the current issue of From the Asylum. [May 2006]

• James Swingle, who sold his short story, "A With Index Finger in B"" to Susurrus. [May 2006]

• Ingrid Wilson, whose short story, "The Misfortunes of Bar Dan" is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams. [May 2006]

• Pam Davis, who sold her short story, "Tears of the Goddess" to Blood and Devotion anthology. {Thanks, critters, for all your help! Critters are the best! } [May 2006]

• Ross Young, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Don't Make Fun of Fat People" to Night to Dawn. [May 2006]

• Michael Cain, who sold his short story, "The Cicatrix" to AfterBurn SF. [May 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his poem, "The Big Picture" to SCIFAIKUEST Special Edition CD. {"The Big Picture" will be my first published poem. The poems in Samsdotpublishing's SCIFAIKUEST Special Edition CD will be read by a professional voice actor. It will be available Aug. 1, 2006. } [May 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "To All My Clones" to Dreams and Nightmares. [May 2006]

• Joe Murphy, who sold his short story, "Treachery in the Land of Sand and Thorns" to Blood and Devotion anthology. [May 2006]

• Mark Silcox, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Warmest Regards" to Dark Wisdom. {I got some _very_ useful suggestions from fellow Critters on an earlier draft of this one - thanks, people! } [May 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Goddess Queen's Battlefield" to GrendelSong. [May 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Bradbury County" to Aberrant Dreams Magazine. [May 2006]

• Pam Davis, whose (Critter'd) short story, "All That Glitters" is now out in the current issue of Double-Edged Publishing/The Sword Review. {I'm pleased to announce that my story (published under the name Pam L. Wallace) was chosen to be part of a "Best of" anthology! "Distant Passages: The Best from Double-Edged Publishing 2005" is now available and contains 203 pages of great fiction and poetry taken from the pages of The Sword Review and Dragons, Knights, & Angels magazines. The book, also containing other critter members' stories, is available at: http://www.lulu.com/browse/book_view.php?fCID=276255 } [May 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The King of Rabbits and Moon Lake" is now out in the current issue of Cricket. [May 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Only Springtime When She's Gone (reprint)" to Apex Online. [May 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Reign of the Wintergod (reprint)" to Blood, Guts, and Psychopaths (anthology). [May 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Archer of the Sun and the Lady of the Moon" to Paradox. [May 2006]

• Aliette de Bodard, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Citadel of Cobras"" to The Sword Review. [Apr 2006]

• Nadia Williams, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Syllen" to Dragons, Knights & Angels Magazine. {Thanks to all who critted this one, as your comments led to major changes which made this story publishable. } [Apr 2006]

• Petra Ericson, who reports "I have a short story "On Barren Ground" in the Freehold: Southern Storm anthology from Carnifex Press. ". {This is the first in a great new shared-world anthology series -- check it out at http://www.angelfire.com/indie/freehold/ } [Apr 2006]

• Petra Ericson, whose short story, "Dark Memories" is now out in the current issue of Dred. {Although this story wasn't crittered, it definitely benefited from the things I've learned here. Thanks, guys! } [Apr 2006]

• SC Bryce, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Dragon's Scale" is now out in the current issue of Flashing Swords. {Thanks to all the Critters that reviewed part 1 of the Dermanassian story, "Rise of the Necromancer." This first installment was sold to "Flashings Swords" and is available at www.SwordandSorcery.org. Thanks also to all the Critters who suggested changes to part 2, "To Find Peace." Part 2 should be available in the next issue. } [Apr 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "Treecutter" is now out in the current issue of Distant Passages: The Best from Double-Edged Publishing 2005. {Distant Passages can be purchased at LuLu.com } [Apr 2006]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Compulsion" to Alien Skin. {This story was originally entitled Phobia when it was crittered. It took a while, but I finally found a market for it. Thanks for everyone's help. } [Apr 2006]

• Aaron Callow, whose short story, "Martyrs" is now out in the current issue of Jupiter. [Apr 2006]

• Adam La Rusic, who has won the Baker award for his (Critter'd) poem, "Jim and the Reaper Grim". {Following publication in "The Fifth Di...", "Jim and the Reaper Grim" was recently picked to be anthologized in "Wondrous Web Worlds 6" and then went on to win the 2005 Baker award for poetry from Sam's Dot Publishing. Quite an honour. } [Apr 2006]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Verbpire" to Forgotten Worlds. [Apr 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "A Powerful Little God" to Alien Skin Magazine. [Apr 2006]

• Mark P. Morehead, whose short story, "Chasing the Sun" is now out in the current issue of www.Ideomancer.com. [Apr 2006]

• Michelle Scott, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "One Man's Paradise" to Afterburn SF. {This story went twice through Critters and I really appreciate everyone who read (and re-read) it!! } [Apr 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, whose (Critter'd) poem, "Conversation with a Day Star" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review (click on this link if you'd like to read it) http://www.theswordreview.com/item.php?sub_id=466. [Apr 2006]

• Daniel Arenson, whose poem, "Amethysts and Gravestones" is now out in the current issue of Poe Little Thing. [Apr 2006]

• Aaron Callow, whose short story, "Deliver Us" is now out in the current issue of Whispers of Wickedness. [Apr 2006]

• Paul Comstock, who reports "My Crittered story "His Plan" was a semifinalist in the Writers Of The Future Contest for the first quarter 2006.". {This is my first Semifinalist finish in the contest, so it's good to know my writing is getting to a level worthy of winning. I rely heavily on the critiques from all my fellow Critters and it definitely made a difference for this story! Thanks everyone! } [Apr 2006]

• Kevin N. Haw, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Technical Exchange" to Baen's Universe. {The piece actually sold a month ago, but I've been swampped (Curse you, grad school!!) and hadn't gotten around to reporting it until now. Watch for it in October! } [Apr 2006]

• Chet Gottfried, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Body Hunt" is now out in the current issue of Read by Dawn. {I thought it was a fun story when I wrote "Body Hunt," but it became a better one after Critters. Thank you!!! } [Apr 2006]

• Jim C. Hines, who sold his novel, "Goblin Hero" to DAW Books. [Apr 2006]

• Jim C. Hines, who sold his novel, "Goblin Hero" to DAW Books. [Apr 2006]

• Jim C. Hines, who sold his novel, "Goblin Quest" to DAW Books. [Apr 2006]

• Donald Willard, who sold his short story, "Treasures" to The Deepening. {This is my third short story accepted by The Deepening. Anyone interested in reading or submitting can go to http://www.thedeepening.com. } [Apr 2006]

• Sharon Black, who reports "Paid article on Associated Content". {I was paid for my article published on Associated Content. The url is http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/26379/tourists_visit_lebanon_kansas_the_center.html Anyone interested in joining this site let me know and I will send you an invitation. smithcenter@hotmail.com } [Apr 2006]

• Paul Abbamondi, who sold his short story, "Chance on Catella" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Apr 2006]

• M. H. Bonham, whose novel, "Prophecy of Swords" is now out from Podiobooks.com. {This is a free podcast audiobook through Podiobooks.com. People must subscribe through Podiobooks and will receive a chapter through their favorite podcatcher (Itunes, Juice, IpodderX, etc) each week or any time specified. } [Apr 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Surfing the Wave" to The Fifth Di. {I got back very useful Critters comments on "Surfing the Wave" that helped me sell this story. The story will appear in The Fifth Di online in June. } [Apr 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Soapocryphal" to www.dredtales.com. {My fifth reprint and my third sale to Dred! This will appear in the Fall issue. You can check out my story 'Pretty Useless Says' in the current issue at www.dredtales.com } [Apr 2006]

• Leah Cypess, who sold her short story, "Silent Blade" to Strange Horizons. [Apr 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "Eating Stars" to Astropoetica. [Apr 2006]

• Kimberly C. Lundstrom, whose short story, "The Least of These" is now out in the current issue of a new anthology, _Becoming Fire: Spiritual Writings from Rising Generations_. {This story isn't F/SF/H, so it wasn't crittered. I'd like to thank all of the critters who have helped me continually improve my writing, though. If you're interested, _Becoming Fire_, a benefit publication, can be found at http://www.ants.edu/about/publications/index.htm. } [Apr 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, whose poem, "Conversation with a Day Star" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review (look for it in the second week of April!). {YAY! Thanks all you critters for keeping me going. } [Apr 2006]

• Sharon Black, who reports "news article published on www.associatedcontent.com". {The url for this short news article http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/27173/the_us_peace_ government_locates_to.html } [Apr 2006]

• Jeff Stehman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Goblin Hunter" to Baen's Universe. [Apr 2006]

• Lee Beavington, who sold his short story, "Nucleus" to Flashshot. [Apr 2006]

• Lucien E. G. Spelman, who sold his short story, "The Eyes Have It" to Flashshot Year Three. [Apr 2006]

• Lucien E. G. Spelman, who sold his short story, "Water Taxi" to Flashshot Year Three. [Apr 2006]

• Lucien E. G. Spelman, who sold his short story, "Computer Assited Fantasy Writing" to Flashshot Year Three. [Apr 2006]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "2006 Quarter-Finalist L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future Contest". {A crittered SF short story of mine, "Honor and Justice," made it to the quarter-finals of the 1st quarter 2006 L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future Contest. My story went a long way, but I am disappointed. I'm looking forward to taking my next shot at WOTF. Thanks a million to all the interested Critters who read various drafts of "Honor and Justice." } [Apr 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, whose short story, "A Comic on Phobos" is now out in the current issue of The Martian Wave. {"A Comic on Phobos" can be read at http://samsdotpublishing.com/tmw/cover.htm. This takes you to the cover page. Click on it and then scroll down to click on the link to the story. } [Mar 2006]

• Arthur Bangs, who reports "My crittered short story "Rocinante" placed as a quarterfinalist in the Writers of the Future Contest, First Quarter 2006.". [Mar 2006]

• Marguerite Lance, who sold her short story, "Into the Woods" to Say... What's the combination?. [Mar 2006]

• Michael Andre-Driussi, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Old Flames in New Bottles" is now out in the current issue of Omnidawn's anthology "ParaSpheres". {Thank you, Critters, for all your help! Thank you Aburt, for Critters! } [Mar 2006]

• Lee Beavington, who sold his short story, "The Silence Booth" to Flashshot. [Mar 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, whose (Critter'd) short story, "How to Take Over the World" is now out in the current issue of Jupiter World Press. {This story is available for reading on April 1. It is the first story published by Jupiter World Press! For only $1.45 you can read the revised version. Thanks to all the critters who helped me make this a better story (special thanks goes to Ian Creasy). See you there: www.jupiterworldpress.com. PS I am in the process of building my website. I'll let you know when it's finished. } [Mar 2006]

• Marty Albert, who sold his novel, "Two Novels...See Note" to Siren Publishing. {I have sold two more erotic SF romance novels to Siren. The titles are being changed, but the working titles were "The Politics of Payne" (release set for November) and "Murderous Payne" (release set for December). These are the second and third books in the Ike Payne Series and both are being released under my pen name of Melodee Aaron. The things learned from Crittered stories in the past were invaluable in getting these books sold. Thanks to all! } [Mar 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Shim Chung: The Lotus Queen" to GrendelSong. [Mar 2006]

• John Kratman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Old Folks' Home" to Baen's Universe. {Thanks to everyone who helped! And a special thanks to Dr. Burt. } [Mar 2006]

• Sharon Black, who reports "Article published on AssociatedContent.com Simulwording by Sharon Black http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/23488/simulwording.html". [Mar 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Storyteller's Wife" to MechMuse. {"The Storyteller's Wife" will be reprinted as an audio reading in the May '06 issue of MechMuse (www.mechmuse.com). } [Mar 2006]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Intercom" to Sinister City. [Mar 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his short story, "an article, Science Fiction as Message -- A tool for Political, Social, and Religious Commentary" to Midnight Street, UK. {This article originally appeared in Alien Skin Magazine, but I have since expanded it, and added a great deal. Although I've already had an article pirated to China, this is the first overseas piece I've had accepted. } [Mar 2006]

• M H Bonham, who has won the 2nd Place in the Preditors/Editors reader choiice award for her novel, "Prophecy of Swords". [Mar 2006]

• M H Bonham, whose short story, "Darkness Over All" is now out in the current issue of Tales of the Talisman. [Mar 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "Comfort for the Fisherman" to KidVisions. {This is my first sale to a children's market! } [Mar 2006]

• Keesa Renee DuPre, whose short story, "The House in the Trees" is now out in the current issue of Gryphonwood Magazine. [Mar 2006]

• Bernice Mills, who sold her short story, "The Black Lake Way" to Probe SA. {While it may not have been Crittered, being a critter has made me more thoughtful and showed me just how much I still have to learn. Thanks, guys! } [Mar 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "How to Take Over the World" to Jupiter World Press. {Thanks to everyone who helped on this one. } [Mar 2006]

• Paul Abbamondi, who sold his short story, "Always Greener" to Shimmer. [Mar 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Nothing of Me" to Aegri Somnia. {This story went through Critters as "Masques of Love." Aegri Somnia, which means "troubled dreams," is an anthology by Apex Publications slated for a Dec. 2006 release. } [Mar 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Weredragons of Mars" to Baen's Universe. {I'm very excited to have a story in this new pro market. Thanks to all the critters that helped me polish this story. And (since I haven't done so in a while) thank you, Captain Burt. } [Mar 2006]

• Marty Albert, who sold his novel, "For the Love of Payne" to Siren Publishing. {This non-Crittered novel is in the "Erotic Romance" genre and is under my pen name of Melodee Aaron. The E-Book will be out in August and the trade paperback in November. I would be interested to hear from any Critters who would be interested in doing RFDR for other such adult novels (most in the ~70,000 word range), especially those in the target demographic range of women 19-26 years old. While not Crittered, the things I learned from other stories that have been Crittered helped a GREAT deal! } [Mar 2006]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "The Buzz" is now out in the current issue of The Fifth Di. {You can read the story at http://www.samsdotpublishing.com/fifth/buzz.htm . Thanks. } [Mar 2006]

• James Palmer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "At The Starship Farm" to Bill Rupp's Worlds Apart. {This is my first fiction sale! It will appear in the first issue of a magazine so new that it doesn't have a definite name yet, but it will either be called "Bill Rupp's Worlds Apart" or "Trajectory" I'm not sure when it will appear either, but I'll be sure to let everyone know when I do). I'd like to thank all the Critters who gave it a read and commented on it. This one's for you guys! } [Mar 2006]

• Ingrid Wilson, who sold her short story, "Long Man" to Best of the Rest No. 4. {This is a reprint sale that came out of the blue for a SF/F print anthology from Suddenly Press. I'm trying to be blase about this, but......YAAAAAAAY! } [Mar 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Uinta Incident" to Worlds Apart. {This is a magazine being launched by publisher Bill Rupp. My story will appear in the premiere issue. } [Mar 2006]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Golden Record" to Asimov's. {My thanks to those who critiqued the first draft of this story in December 2004. } [Mar 2006]

• Marguerite Lance, who sold her poem, ""Jugular Preserves" to Tapestry. [Mar 2006]

• SC Bryce, who reports "another session of sword and sorcery critique groups is starting in April". {www.SwordandSorcery.org (home of Flashing Swords e-zine) is continuing its small critique groups dedicated to sword & sorcery, sword & planet, and swashbuckling historicals. It's a great way to find dedicated fans of these sub-genres and supplement your Critters experience. Check out the writing pages at www.SwordandSorcery.org for more information. The next session starts in April. } [Mar 2006]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Purring of Cats"" to Interzone. {This is a very long and ultra-bleak story, and I expected you folks to blast me for it. Instead, your responses were overwhelmingly favorable, and what criticisms you did offer were extremely helpful. Thanks so much! } [Mar 2006]

• Daphne Charette, who sold her short story, "Two From Korossos" to Justice Wears A Dress. {'Two From Korossos' (the second of the Salnath stories for the Critters who reviewed 'Home For the Holidays') will be appearing in the anthology 'Justice Wears A Dress' edited by CJ Burch and to be released by RageMachine later this year--yay!!! } [Mar 2006]

• Robert J. Santa, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Mistaken Identity" is now out in the current issue of Carnifex Press' "Clash of Steel: Book Three - Demon". {Fans of action-oriented fiction will appreciate this collection, found at http://carnifexpress.net/store.php } [Mar 2006]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his short story, "The Iron Mercenary" to Lords of Swords II. {While my writing owes a lot to critters, most of the credit on this one belongs to my coauthor, Andy Offutt } [Mar 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Honor is a Game Mortals Play" to Heroes in Training. {Heroes in Training is an anthology to be published by DAW Books. Thanks to all the critters who gave feedback on this one! } [Mar 2006]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "The Old Hunter" to Fiction Cache anthology. [Mar 2006]

• C. L. Rossman, who sold her short story, "The Old Hunter" to Fiction Cache anthology. [Mar 2006]

• Gerard Brennan, who reports "I won the Demented Nursery Rhymes Contest held by Cathy Buburuz, editor of Champagne Shivers. The Nursery Rhyme is titled "The Pie Trial"". [Mar 2006]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "Treecutter" is now out in the current issue of Better Fiction Magazine. {This story was my first published story ("The Sword Review", Issue 4, July 2005) and made 15th Place on the "2005 P&E Readers Poll" in the "Short Story - Science Fiction and Fantasy" catagory. } [Mar 2006]

• SC Bryce, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Let the Black Earth Take It All" to Justice Wears A Dress (2). {Thanks to all the Critters who critiqued this story. Your comments were great! Editor CJ Burch has chosen it for a sequel to the "Justice Wears A Dress" anthology, to be published next year by Rage Machine Books. There's an excerpt of the story on my website, www.SCBryce.com. Thanks again! } [Mar 2006]

• V. J. Jorgensen, who reports "I received early admission to The Clarion SF & F Writers' Workshop, June 26 to August 4, 2006, in East Lansing, MI". [Mar 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Bradbury County" to Aberrant Dreams Magazine. [Mar 2006]

• Ingrid Wilson, whose short story, "Perfect Freak" is now out in the current issue of Ideomancer. {This is more slipstream than genre fiction so I had to wing it without any helpful suggestions from Critters. It's much harder that way. If you're interested: http://www.ideomancer.com/main/ideoMain.htm. If not, click on it anyway just to see the neat picture they chose to illustrate it. } [Mar 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "Astral Protection" to Flashshot. [Mar 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "One Drop" to Flashshot. [Mar 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "One Drop" to Flashshot. [Mar 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "The Purple Heart" to Flashshot (This is a market that pays in royalties only. After a year the stories are batched up into a book and sold. The authors split the profits, which isn't much right now, but it's something). {Thanks for all help on my stories over the past year. It's helping me self-edit better! } [Mar 2006]

• Michael Greenhut, whose short story, "Broken Man" is now out in the current issue of the Bondage anthology. [Mar 2006]

• Larry Hodges, who reports "I received early admission to the Odyssey F&SF Writer's Workshop, June 11-July 22, 2006, in Manchester, NH.". [Feb 2006]

• Michelle Scott, whose short story, "Isolation" is now out in the current issue of Bondage Anthology (Sam's Dot Publishing). [Feb 2006]

• Keesa Renee DuPre, whose short story, "To Name a Star" is now out in the current issue of Dragons, Knights and Angels. [Feb 2006]

• SC Bryce, who sold her short story, "A Long Night with Five Mothers" to Lords of Swords 2. {Although this story wasn't crittered, I owe Critters a big debt for improving my writing. Thank you Aburt and thank you Critters! } [Feb 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Pretty Useless Says" to Dred magazine. [Feb 2006]

• Jennifer Rahn, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "The Longevity Thesis (aka The Divine Prerogative)" to Dragon Moon Press. {You guys are wonderful. The manuscript improved unimaginably from your feedback. This never would have happened without Critters. } [Feb 2006]

• Lee Beavington, who sold his short story, "Verdana" to AlienSkin. [Feb 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "She Won't Miss him When he's Gone" to Jupiter World Press. [Feb 2006]

• Jakob Drud, who sold his short story, "Melissa's Fate" to Alienskin Magazine. {This story will be out in the April/May issue of Alienskin. } [Feb 2006]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Reconstruction of Kasper Clark" to The Butcher Shop Quartet anthology. {As this is a novella length story, I got less critiques than usual when it went through Critters about a month ago, but those I did receive helped enormously. So my thanks to everybody, past and present, who have helped me to improve my writing. You're the finest! } [Feb 2006]

• William Ledbetter, who sold his short story, "Medic!" to Jim Baen's Universe. {I don't know which issue yet, but there is going to be a lot of great stories in each one, so go buy a subscription! } [Feb 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, whose poem, "Animal Intelligence" is now out in the current issue of Scifaikuest (see at samsdotpublishing.com to order). [Feb 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, whose poem, "The Claytronics" is now out in the current issue of Scifaikuest. [Feb 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, whose short story, "The Three Little Moons" is now out in the current issue of Drabbler #5. [Feb 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "Conversation with a Day Star" to The Sword Review. [Feb 2006]

• Ingrid Wilson, whose short story, "Swamp Circus" is now out in the current issue of Carnifex Press. {The Florida Horror Anthology: Dark Tales from the Sunshine State is now available at http://www.carnifexpress.net/store.php. I'm honored to be in the company of Lon Prater, as well as Gary Fry, whose anthology, "Poe's Progeny," received no less than 14 HM's from the high and holy Ellen Datlow. Support small press and starving writers! } [Feb 2006]

• Steve Wylie, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Chicken" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. {Many thanks to all the critters who helped with Chicken earlier this year. } [Feb 2006]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Assisted Living" to Story Station. {It's my first sale of a children's science fiction story. Thanks to all who critiqued this story. } [Feb 2006]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "2005 Quarter-Finalist Star Trek Strange New Worlds 9 Contest ". {This announcement is a little late since it just occurred to me that being a quarter-finalist in Pocket Book's 2005 pro Star Trek Strange New Worlds 9 (SNW) Contest is a yahoo. Winners were announced on January 3, 2006. I was a quarter-finalist in SNW 8 also. Here's looking to SNW 10. } [Feb 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, whose poem, "The Hybrid and A Case of Delusional Parasitosis" is now out in the current issue of Scifaikuest. These two tanka poems can be read at the following link: http://samsdotpublishing.com/scifaikuest/tanka.htm. [Feb 2006]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Servant of the Stone" to Postscripts. {As always, thanks to all you folks who critter'd my story! } [Feb 2006]

• Keesa Renee DuPre, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "To Dance with a Hurricane" to AlienSkin. {Thanks so much to all of you Critterers! The story that I sold was a sharper, more tailored piece than the one I submitted, thanks to you. It should be out in their April/May issue, if you want to check it out. Thanks again!! } [Feb 2006]

• David A Olson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Witching Hour on the Lonesome World" is now out in the current issue of Drabbler #5: The Three Moons. {This is a collection of 18 drabbles (100 word stories), perfect for reading when you have little breaks in your day. Visit http://samsdotpublishing.com/contents.htm to buy a copy or to learn how to submit to future Drabblers. } [Feb 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Fade to Black" to Ennea (9) . [Feb 2006]

• D Yutko, who reports "My short story, "The Thousand Eyes of Darkness," made the quarterfinals in the 4th quarter 2005 Writers of the Future contest. This story has not been crittered yet, but I hope to run it through the queue soon.". [Feb 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Few, the Proud, the Leech Corps" to Oceans of the Mind. [Feb 2006]

• Shelley Leshser, whose short story, "Here There Be Monsters" is now out in the current issue of Nocturnal Ooze Feb/March issue at this link: http://www.nocturnalooze.com/Screams3.htm. [Feb 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, whose short story, "Take and Eat" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin Magazine in the Feb/March issue at this link: http://www.alienskinmag.com/flash18.htm. [Feb 2006]

• Sheila Crosby, who has won the "Short not Sweet" contest at rspublishing award for her short story, "If At First You Don't Succeed..."". {http://www.rspublishing.com.au/ is the site that accepted the story last month to sell as a pay-per-download. It's available to buy now, and they're looking for new authors. } [Feb 2006]

• Ingrid Wilson, who sold her short story, "Perfect Freak" to Ideomancer. [Feb 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, who sold her short story, "Pawn's Gambit" to Baen's Universe. [Feb 2006]

• Darren Moore (writing as E.R. Alexander), who has won the 1st Place - N3F Short Story Contest award for his short story, "The Ballad of Kren". [Feb 2006]

• Mary Catelli, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Drunken Mermaids" to Weird Tales. [Jan 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who reports "My story made it to the LOCUS Recommended Reading List". {Last year, Analog published my Crittered story, 'Prayer for a Dead Paramecium'. LOCUS has selected it as one of the short stories on their Recommended Reading List. Since various critters were very helpful in my attempts to polish the story, I thought it appropriate to offer to e-mail the story (in RTF format) to any critter who like to see the story in its published form. So, if anyone wants a copy, let me know at cf1415926aa@earthlink.net } [Jan 2006]

• Michael Greenhut, whose short story, "A Witch's Grocery List"" is now out in the current issue of Flash Me Magazine (.pdf version only, contest winner). [Jan 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Returning My Sister's Face" to Faeries. {This is a French language reprint sale. The story first appeared in the Feb. '05 issue of Realms of Fantasy. } [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "Here There Be Monsters" to Nocturnal Ooze (will appear in Feb/March 2006 issue in the Short Screams). [Jan 2006]

• Thomas Royle, who sold his poem, "Spirit Screams" to Whispering Spirits. [Jan 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Man, Descendent" to Analog. {Thanks once more to the Critters who've helped me polish the story. And a special thanks to those Critters who suggested the story seemed part of a novel. I've decided to write that novel, using 'Man Descendent' as the first few chapters. With effort, I might be able to finish it by the time the story appears in Analog--a nifty marketing scheme, perhaps. This has been a good week. } [Jan 2006]

• Colin Harvey, who reports "WotF Semi-Finalist". {My crittered short-story 'Thermoclines' reached the semi-final of the Writers of the Future contest. I'd like to thank everyone who provided comments. } [Jan 2006]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "We Are the Cat" to Asimov's. {This is my first pro-magazine sale (excluding the fourteen that I've sold to Analog). Thanks again to the helpful Critters who helped me polish it. } [Jan 2006]

• Keesa Renee DuPre, who sold her short story, "To Name a Star" to Dragons, Knights, and Angels: The Magazine of Christian Science Fiction and Fantasy. {This is my second-ever fiction sale. It should be coming out sometimes in February. Thanks, everybody! } [Jan 2006]

• Jarrah Moore, whose short story, "Anything Like Her Photo" is now out in the current issue of Byzarium. [Jan 2006]

• Jarrah Moore, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Horse of Souls" to Aurealis Magazine. [Jan 2006]

• Michael A. Ouellette, whose (Critter'd) short story, "For the People" is now out in the current issue of Bleeding Quill. {Many thanks to all who critiqued this piece for me. The magazine is available in both print and electronic formats at http://www.bleedingquill.com . } [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "Resurrection (this tanka will appear in the May print edition)." to Scifaikuest. [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "Alien Registration (this tanka will appear in the May online version)." to Scifaikuest. [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "ET's Bride (this haibun will appear in the May print edition)." to Scifaikuest. [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "Consider the Sunflowers" to Between Kisses (look for it in the upcoming June issue although the editor said he might put this tanka poem in Scifaikuest or The Drabbler in February. Watch for it there too.). [Jan 2006]

• Ingrid Wilson, who sold her short story, "The Misfortunes of Ban Dan" to Aberrant Dreams. [Jan 2006]

• Richard K. Lyon, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Corporate Philantropy" is now out in the current issue of The Dark Krypt. {This brief tale of modern bsuiness is now posted in the Jan/Feb issue of Dark Krypt. My thanks to everyone who read and commented on it. } [Jan 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Returning My Sister's Face" to Best New Fantasy anthology. {This is a reprint sale. The story first appeared in the Feb. '05 issue of Realms of Fantasy. } [Jan 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "A Patch of Jewels in the Sky" to Dragonfly Spirit. [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who reports "My crittered story "That Cat Named Karma, She Was Bad" in coming out in print Feb. 2006. Last week I posted this notice but somehow the link got dropped. You can purchase this book at Shocklines: http://store.yahoo.com/shocklines/twcattaedbye.html There are 37 chilling tales from many fine authors in this collection. My story is quite different than the original copy that appeared in Critters last year. Check it out!". [Jan 2006]

• Chet Gottfried, whose short story, "Bonding" is now out in the current issue of Southern Comfort. {The story wasn't Crittered proper but by a friend met through Critters. It adds up. } [Jan 2006]

• Chet Gottfried, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Patient Virtues" is now out in the current issue of Chimeraworld 3. {Thanks for the Crittering. Writing isn't quite the loneliest profession in the world anymore. } [Jan 2006]

• Chris Owens, who reports "My Critter'd short story 'Panning For Bigfoot' placed as a quarterfinalist in the Writers of the Future Contest, Fourth Quarter 2005.". {I didn't think it worth reporting, but since I've seen a flood of other critters doing it, I'll put in a Me Too. To be honest, I'm a first (lower) cut quarterfinalist, NOT of the (better) quarterfinalists which have to be distinguished from semifinalists with a second, more discerning read. At least, it gives me an idea of my progress, most of which I owe to Critters. } [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who reports "Twisted Cat Tales (in which my story The Cat Named Karma She Was Bad appears) is now available for advance sales through Shocklines! See above link. Larry Hodges as well as many other fines authors have stories in this anthology. Check it out!". [Jan 2006]

• Jill Elaine Hughes, whose (Critter'd) short story, "An Incident At Artemis Arms" is now out in the current issue of Nanobison.com. {This one wasn't Crittered, but my experience Crittering has improved my writing and my all-around sales. Thanks Critters! } [Jan 2006]

• Jill Elaine Hughes, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Vanish"" is now out in the current issue of Ethereal Gazette. {You can order print copies of Ethereal Gazette, a terrific small-press mag, at http://www.lulu.com/content/212054 } [Jan 2006]

• Linda Zhu, who sold her short story, "Wilburae Price" to SCYWEB BEM AudioZine. {My short story "Wilburae Price" will appear in the premier issue of SCYWEB BEM Audiozine (www.swcywebbem.com). This is my first fiction sale! Although it was never critiqued here, I read enough critiques of other stories to realize "Wilburae Price" had several serious shortcomings. SCYWEB BEM bought the revised version. Just wanted to say THANK YOU for this forum!! - Linda Zhu } [Jan 2006]

• Tomas L. Martin, who sold his short story, "A Shogun's Welcome" to Aberrant Dreams. [Jan 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, who reports "I'm opening a new electronic magazine: The Lorelei Signal". {I would like to invite Critters to take a look. At this time, I'm classifying it a 4 the Luv market as I can't pay anything, but if you look at the guidelines page - you'll see that I'm trying a little experiment. I'm going to put PayPal donation links on each story and will ask readers to make a reader appreciation donation. Money that is collected in this way will be split between the writers and the zine 60/40 (60% for the writer). I'm also looking for artwork for the zine - with the same payment system. The zine is located at www.loreleisignal.com and the guidelines are at www.loreleisignal.com/Guidelines.html } [Jan 2006]

• Daphne Charette, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The End of Lady Gray" to Alien Skin. [Jan 2006]

• Carol Hightshoe, who reports "My story "The President's Meow placed as a Quarterfinal (4th qrt 2005) in the Writer's of the Future Contest". [Jan 2006]

• Tony Pi, who reports "My Critter'd short story "Pinocchio Cantatas" placed as a quarterfinalist in the Writers of the Future Contest, Fourth Quarter 2005". [Jan 2006]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Nobodies and Somebodies"" to Aberrant Dreams. [Jan 2006]

• Thomas Royle, who sold his poem, "Message in a File" to Between Kisses. [Jan 2006]

• Pam Davis, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Music for the Soul" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. {This story is published as Pam L. Wallace and is now available for viewing (free!) at http://www.theswordreview.com/ . It won an Honorable Mention award in the 2005 Sword Review Fiction Contest, so I'm greatly pleased. A print copy of The Sword Review will soon be available, also! Thanks for all the critter help! } [Jan 2006]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his short story, "Daddy's Little Boy" to Nowa Fantastyka. {This is a Polish-language reprint sale. } [Jan 2006]

• SC Bryce, who reports "Finally I finished my website! Thanks to all those Critters who have inquired about it. You can find it at wwwSCBryce.com". [Jan 2006]

• Jeannette Kathleen Cheney, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Stains of the Past" to The Sword Review. {Story originally critiqued under the name "Second Chances" } [Jan 2006]

• Manda Benson, who reports "My story, 'Jack of Savants', was a quarterfinalist in L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future contest, 4th quarter '05.". {I've been meaning to submit something to WotF for a while, but this was the first quarter I got round to sending something in. 'Jack of Savants' is a sort of background story about a feud between two of the characters in my novel, currently running the agent gauntlet. With any luck it'll help the novel stand out from the slushpile :-) } [Jan 2006]

• Timothy S. Webster, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Difficult Decisions" to Leading Edge Magazine. {The story was Critter'd a few months ago, and I received some excellent critiques. Thanks to the crits, I was able to fix some glaring PoV errors and shorten my story from a painfully long 10,500 words down to a more palatable 8800. Thanks very much for your time and patience, and I look forward to your critiques to my upcoming submissions. } [Jan 2006]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "If At First You Don't Succeed" to rspublishing. {This is a pay-per-download site (http://www.rspublishing.com.au/viewbookshop.php ). As it's flash fiction the pay will be small, but every little helps, right? A big thank you to all who've critiqued my other stories. This wouldn't have happened without your help. } [Jan 2006]

• Mike Wever, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Return to Eden" to Journey Books. {Thanks to all who critiqued this story and helped me make it ready for publication! } [Jan 2006]

• Michael Greenhut, who has won the Flash Me Magazine's Lightning Flash Fiction award for his short story, "A Witch's Grocery List"". [Jan 2006]

• S. Fazekas, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Upgrade" to Alien Skin. {Although this was not Crittered, I do appreciate all the help I've received from Critters. Cheers-- } [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "The Color Grey" to Cthulhu Express. [Jan 2006]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "How to Straighten These Teeth" to Aberrant Dreams. {Although this was not a crittered piece I want to thank all the critters whose comments have helped make me a better writer over the past year! } [Jan 2006]

• Thomas Royle, who sold his poem, "Of Men and Vampires" to Between Kisses. [Jan 2006]

• Arthur Bangs, who reports "My crittered short story "I Cried to Dream Again" placed as a quarterfinalist in the Writers of the Future Contest, Fourth Quarter 2005.". [Jan 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dance of the Butterflies" to Continuum Science Fiction Online Magazine. [Jan 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "This Narrow Isthmus" is now out in the current issue of Fifth Di... Magazine. {The magazine has now published This Narrow Isthmus, and it is available for viewing at: http://www.samsdotpublishing.com/fifth/thisnarrowisthmus.htm. } [Jan 2006]

• Stephen Gaskell, who reports "My story, "Uncle Zack and the Day the Bomb Dropped", placed as a Quarter Finalist in the Writers of the Future Contest, 4th Quarter, 2005. This was a Critter critiqued story that was greatly improved by all the feedback. Also, it was part of my two-story application, and subsequent acceptance, to Clarion 2006. Thanks for all the crits". [Jan 2006]

• Rob Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Without Omens" is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams Magazine. {This story is now available for viewing onsite at: http://www.hd-image.com/aberrant_dreams/stories/winter_2006/without_omens.htm. Or you can purchase the print version of the magazine through: http://www.hd-image.com/aberrant_dreams/current_issue.htm. This link is the Aberrant Dreams Magazine current issue website. Please remember, I will be at a book signing for this at Oxford Comics, Atlanta, GA, on February 4th, 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. Hope to see you there! } [Jan 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Li T'ien and the Demon Nian" is now out in the current issue of Cricket. [Jan 2006]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Son that Pain Made" is now out in the current issue of Aberrant Dreams. {They also interviewed me in their "Reader's Eye On . . ." column, and I will be meeting, greeting, and scribbling alongside Rob Shelsky at the signing at Oxford Comics and Games in Atlanta, Georgia on Saturday, February 4, 2006 from 4 to 7:30 p.m. } [Jan 2006]

• Jeff Soesbe, who reports "My (twice-Crittered) short story "Samsara" placed in the quarter-finals for 4th Quarter 2005 in the Writers of the Future contest!". {The story went through Critters twice and emerged stronger both times. This is the first story I've sent anywhere so I'm shocked, pleased, and re-inspired to keep going! Thanks to all the Critters for their help - I'll do my best to be just as helpful to the stories I critique. } [Dec 2005]

• Jarrah Moore, who sold her short story, "Anything Like Her Photo" to Byzarium. [Dec 2005]

• Jeremy Minton, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Darkness Between"" to F&SF. {This was a stupidly long novella and I am really chuffed to have picked up a second sale from Mr Van Gelder. Many thanks to everyone who made comments and suggestions on the various different drafts of this story. } [Dec 2005]

• Pam Davis, who has won the Honorable Mention award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Music for the Soul". {I'm pleased to announce I am one of the two Honorable Mention winners of the first ever Fiction Contest at The Sword Review (http://www.theswordreview.com/), an ever-growing and expanding ezine. My story will be available online during the first week of January. Many thanks to all the great critters out there who have helped me with my writing! } [Dec 2005]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Raising Archie" to Electric Spec magazine. {This was critiqued in Summer 2005, under the (best forgotten) title of 'Statue, Stature'. Some may remember it better if I refer to it as 'that story where a gargoyle comes out of an egg'. Thanks to everyone who offered opinion and advice. } [Dec 2005]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Dance of the Butterflies" to Continuum Science Fiction Magazine. {This was one of my first stories that I had go through the Critters critique process. Much thanks to all those who helped make Dance of the Butterflies fit for publication! } [Dec 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Only Springtime When She's Gone (reprint)" is now out in the current issue of Neometropolis. [Dec 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose short story, "Spring Arrives on a Hob's Tail" is now out in the current issue of Story Station. [Dec 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "Take and Eat" to AlienSkin. [Dec 2005]

• Michael Stone, who sold his short story, "Tastes Like Chicken" to Space Squid magazine. [Dec 2005]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "I have a signing for Aberrant Dreams Magazine at the Oxford Comic Store in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, February 4, 2006 from 4 to 7:30 p.m.". {I am there to do a signing for my short story, Without Omens, which appears in the Spring issue of Aberrant Dreams Magazine. Hope to see some of you there! } [Dec 2005]

• Rob Shelsky, whose short story, "Article: A New Year or A New World -- How SciFi Writers Use the Apocalypse as a Clean Slate" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin Magazine. {This is not a short story, but an article that Alien Skin Magazine accepted. It can be viewed by clicking on "Articles" on the magazines home page. } [Dec 2005]

• Chuck Rothman, who sold his short story, "Spare Change" to Realms of Fantasy. {I wrote this long before I joined Critters, and it's been at ROF for nearly a year (misplaced). Well worth the wait, however :) } [Dec 2005]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "War Child" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. [Dec 2005]

• Michelle Scott, who sold her short story, "Isolation" to Bondage Anthology. {This is my first uncrittered sale. This is exciting because it shows how much I have learned since becoming a Critter. All of your great advice and comments on my past stories have truly helped me. Thanks!!! } [Dec 2005]

• Nadia Williams, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Harold's Harvest" to Gryphonwood Press. [Dec 2005]

• SC Bryce, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Rise of a Necromancer" to Flashing Swords. {This is a four-part Dermanassian story that was sent through Critters and through www.SwordandSorcery.org's critique group. It will be appearing during 2006. Thanks everyone! } [Dec 2005]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Heart of the Forest" to Aberrant Dreams. {This was critiqued some time ago under the title "The Forest Queen". My thanks to those who commented. } [Dec 2005]

• Lee Beavington, who sold his short story, "Gods at Play" to Gryphonwood. [Dec 2005]

• SC Bryce, who reports "another session of sword and sorcery critique groups is starting in January". {www.SwordandSorcery.org (home of Flashing Swords e-zine) is continuing its small critique groups dedicated to sword & sorcery, sword & planet, and swashbuckling historicals. Its a great way to find dedicated fans of these sub-genres and supplement your Critters experience. Check out the writing pages at www.SwordandSorcery.org for more information. The next session starts in January. } [Dec 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "When the Lights Go Out (Greek Reprint)" to 9. [Dec 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Spring Arrives on a Hob's Tail" to Story Station. [Dec 2005]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sheep" to DredTales.com. [Dec 2005]

• Scott M. Sandridge, whose short story, "The Price of Freedom" is now out in the current issue of Dragons, Knights, & Angels. [Dec 2005]

• Jill Elaine Hughes, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Vanish"" to Ethereal Gazette. [Dec 2005]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his short story, "The Wizard's Study" to Beyond Centauri. [Dec 2005]

• Edward Moore, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Immortality" to Alien Skin Magazine. [Dec 2005]

• Lucy Cohen Schmeidler, who has won the 2nd place poetry First Annual Writers Room of Bucks County Horror Contest award for her poem, "They". [Dec 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Little Soul Music" is now out in the current issue of Writers for Relief: An Anthology to Benefit the Survivors of Katrina. {Edited by Davey Beauchamp, all proceeds from this anthology go to benefit the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Available from Amazon.com. Other authors that contributed to this anthology include Brian W. Aldiss, Gardner Dozois, Joe Haldeman, Nancy Kress, and Larry Niven. } [Dec 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "My Friend is a Lesbian Zombie (audio reprint)" to Escape Pod . [Dec 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "My Friend is a Lesbian Zombie (audio reprint)" to Escape Pod . [Dec 2005]

• A.M. Stickel, who reports "Another Horror Review Published". {My review of Dean Koontz's ODD THOMAS appeared in SURREAL #2. (SURREAL's contributors are paid 3 to 5 cents/word and with copies of the magazine.) } [Dec 2005]

• A.M. Stickel, who reports "3 Reviews & More...". {My reviews of Ken J. Crist's H/SF short story chapbook, DREAMING OF MIRAGES, and of David Lee Summers' VAMPIRES OF THE SCARLET ORDER appeared in issue #3 of SURREAL (print) Magazine. DEEP MAGIC, issue #43 (12.2005), published my "editor's choice" review of Lynda Williams' SF, COURTESAN PRINCE, in their "Deep Magic Looks at Books" section. I will have 4 illustrations & 3 tales in Mr. Crist's H/SF magazine, BLACK PETALS, in January 2006 (issue #34). [David Summers edits/publishes TALES OF THE TALISMAN, where many CRITTERS have sent stories, some of which have been accepted.] } [Dec 2005]

• SC Bryce, who reports "another session of sword and sorcery critique groups is starting in January". {www.SwordandSorcery.org (home of Flashing Swords e-zine) is continuing its small critique groups dedicated to sword & sorcery, sword & planet, and swashbuckling historicals. Its a great way to find dedicated fans of these sub-genres and supplement your Critters experience. Check out the writing pages at www.SwordandSorcery.org for more information. The next session starts in January. } [Dec 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, whose poem, "The Jar" is now out in the current issue of The Harrow (Dec. issue) . {If anyone wants to read my poem in The Harrow (Dec. issue), they can go to http://www.theharrow.com/journal/viewissue.php then double click on the HTML. I am very happy about this because the quick publication (after a requested revision) was something of a surprise for me. } [Dec 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, whose (Critter'd) poem, "The Jar" is now out in the current issue of The Harrow . {If anyone wants to read my poem in The Harrow (Dec. issue), they can go to http://www.theharrow.com/journal/viewissue.php then double click on the HTML. I am very happy about this because the quick publication (after a requested revision) was something of a surprise for me. } [Dec 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, whose (Critter'd) poem, "The Jar" is now out in the current issue of The Harrow. [Dec 2005]

• Tony Pi, whose short story, "He Immortal, Evergreen She" is now out in the current issue of On Spec. {I received contributor copies today; the actual magazine should hit the bookstands soon. } [Dec 2005]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "This Narrow Isthmus" to Fifth Dimension Magazine. {My story, This Narrow Isthmus, is now available at the e-magazine, Fifth Dimension, and can be reached by the following link: http://samsdotpublishing.com/fifth/cover.htm Take a look at it. It was crittered and I thought it would be fun if my reviewers took a look at the results. } [Nov 2005]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Foiled Again" to AstoudingTales.com. {"Foiled Again" won the Editor's Choice award (Science Fiction)in the December 2005 edition of AstoundingTales.com. The story was based on the Crittered story "The Abduction of Arnold Beezley." Thanks to all who critters who helped, especially Scott for the inspiration for the new title. } [Nov 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "A Case of Delusional Parasitosis" to Scifaikuest (online version). [Nov 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "The Hybrid" to Scifaikuest (online version). [Nov 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "Animal Intelligence" to Scifaikuest. [Nov 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her poem, "The Claytronics" to Scifaikuest. [Nov 2005]

• Aliette de Bodard, who sold her short story, "Scars of the Flame" to Andromeda Inflight Spaceways Magazine. [Nov 2005]

• Jakob Drud, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Flight of the Historic Event" to The Fifth Di. {This got a whole bunch of critiques, which were cruxial to raising the quality of the writing above "Forever Slush Pile" status. Thanks to all who critiqued it. } [Nov 2005]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his short story, "A New Year Or A New World, How Science Fiction Writers Use The Apocalypse As A Clean Slate" to Alien Skin Magazine. {This is actually an article, not a short story, and it deals with sci-fi writers using end-of-the-world scenarios to create a clean slate for their own setting and visions. It includes the dos and don'ts of such scenarios. } [Nov 2005]

• Christina Barber, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Greystone" to E-Treasures (new small press). {Thanks to all the 'critters' who with their eagle eyes helped critique the chapters submitted. Updates are on my homepage! } [Nov 2005]

• Christina Barber, who sold her short story, "Sole Proprietorship" to Quill-Pen Magazine- April 2006. [Nov 2005]

• Brian D. Holland, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Caretaker" to Nocturne Magazine. [Nov 2005]

• Ray E. Main, who reports "Ray E. Main's recently published SF novel, Maiden Voyager, was awarded a five star rating by Love Romances.". [Nov 2005]

• Elwin Estle, who sold his short story, "The Haruspex" to Alien Skin. [Nov 2005]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his poem, "Jim and the Reaper Grim" to The Fifth Di.... {This comedic epic poem will be in the December 2005 issue. } [Nov 2005]

• Ross Hamilton, who sold his short story, "Watcher" to the anthology Outcast. [Nov 2005]

• Ross Hamilton, who sold his short story, "Watcher" to the anthology Outcast. [Nov 2005]

• Ross Hamilton, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Fairytale Professional Wrestling" to somewhat.org. {This was an incredibly silly story! } [Nov 2005]

• Gary Wilbanks, whose (Critter'd) short story, "River Gnome Dance" is now out in the current issue of Tales of the Talisman. [Nov 2005]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his short story, "Without Omens" to Aberrant Dreams Magazine. {Aberrant Dreams Magazine said it is publishing my story along with a new one by the great writer, Gerry Page (of H.P. Lovecraft style fame). Aberrant Magazine is also doing a book/magazine signing in Atlanta, on February 4, 2006, 4:30 to 7:00 p.m., at the Oxford Comic Store. I'll be a signing author. I'd love to see some other Critters there! } [Nov 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who reports "My flash fiction "The Three Little Moons" is forthcoming in Drabbler #5 published by Sams Dot.". [Nov 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who reports "My flash fiction "Saved By the Bell" is now available in Shadow Anthology. If you like dark flash fiction of 120 words or less, this collection of 70 stories from authors around the world will surely satisfy you. It is available as an interactive PDF download or compact disc. This is a Shadowed Realms project and all proceeds to to charity. Check it out at:http://www.shadowedrealms.con.au/shadowbox/". [Nov 2005]

• Carol Hightshoe, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Final Blessing" is now out in the current issue of Stories of Strength Anthology. {Stories of Strength is a charity anthology put together by Jenna Glatzer of Absolutewrite.com. All proceeds (approximately $5.00) per book are being domated to disaster relief charities. The anthology can be purchased through lulu.com. } [Nov 2005]

• Anne M. Stickel, who reports "Editor Interview Published in SURREAL MAG". {An interview with one of my editors, titled "An Interview with the Dark One: Ken Crist" is in issue #3 of SURREAL MAGAZINE. Ken Crist publishes the small press H/SF print magazine, BLACK PETALS, where I'm now trying out as Assistant Editor. I'm already a writer and illustrator for BP, and really enjoy it. (SURREAL is also a print publication.) The sites are www.surrealmag.com & www.blackpetals.net. } [Nov 2005]

• Pamela Lord, whose short story, "Jura the Wanderer" is now out in the current issue of ComStar Media in Tavern Tales Anthology. {'Jura the Wanderer' is under my penname: H. Winterthorne. Tavern Tales Anthology fantasy collection is edited by Jennifer Andersen and is available at Amazon.com in time for the holiday season! } [Nov 2005]

• Rob Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "This Narrow Isthmus" to Fifth Dimension Magazine. [Nov 2005]

• Michael Greenhut, who sold his short story, "Last Breath" to Ethereal Gazette. [Nov 2005]

• Chris Russo aka CL Russo, who sold his short story, "Key Man" to Chimeraworld #3. {The anthology Chimeraworld #3, edited and published by Mike Philbin, should be out in early 2006. } [Nov 2005]

• Brian Salyards, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "How to Deal With Your Daughter and Her Crabs"" to Alien Skin. {This is my first sale and I certainly owe a lot to you guys over the years. Thank you! It will be appearing in the December/January issue at www.alienskinmag.com. } [Nov 2005]

• J. Alan Brown, who has won the Ralan.com Spectravaganza 2005 award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Lethality". {Ralan Conley, host of the invaluable site www.ralan.com held a Clincher contest for his Spectravaganza 2005 website. The contest entries were judged only by the last 500 words of the stories. The judges included no less than Stanley Schmidt of Analog and Sheila Williams of Asimov's. My entry took first place and is viewable at http://www.spectravaganza.com. This story went through the queue almost three years ago. If any of the Critter's are still around, my sincere thanks to you for improving the story and making this possible. } [Nov 2005]

• Jessica Goeller Williams, who sold her short story, "Brother Seamas and the Mystery of the Map" to Futures Mystery Anthology Magazine. [Nov 2005]

• Gary Wilbanks, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Real Horror" is now out in the current issue of Cthulhu Sex Magazine. {Thanks to all the critters that read and critiqued this story. It was a great help. } [Nov 2005]

• Anne Stickel, who has won the DEEP MAGIC Sept./Oct. '05 cover challenge award for her short story, "To the Shores of Triple, Lee!". {Besides having numerous writing challenge stories and reviews published in DEEP MAGIC (www.deep-magic.net) monthly, I've also had and will have black-and-white H/SF story illustrations in BLACK PETALS (SF and H) magazine, as well as an upcoming horror short story trilogy: "Gills," "Goner," and "Grass." In an upcoming special SF issue of THE PEDESTAL, date to be announced, I also have an interview of 3 of my editors: Ken Crist (BLACK PETALS), Jeremy Whitted (DEEP MAGIC) and Andy Robertson (NIGHT LANDS). } [Nov 2005]

• Joe Swope, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Puppets Soul" to Spinetingler. [Nov 2005]

• Michael Greenhut, who sold his short story, "Broken Man" to Aoife's Kiss. [Nov 2005]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Teller of Time" to Analog. {This story was rather different from the stuff I usually write and therefore the Crittering was even more useful to me than usual. Thank you again, you Critters who have helped me so much. } [Nov 2005]

• Suzanne Church, who reports "My web site is live.". {The site includes the standard writerly pages such as bio, bibliography, pictures, etc. all to be perused at: www.suzannechurch.com. } [Oct 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Son that Pain Made" to Aberrant Dreams. [Oct 2005]

• Hank Quense, who reports "the new issue of Writers journal has my article "Story Construction" as the lead article". [Oct 2005]

• Gary J Beharry, who sold his short story, "Merbabe" to Justus Roux's Erotic Tales. {A man. A Mermaid. A computer. And an Internet connection. Dec. '05. } [Oct 2005]

• Gary J Beharry, who sold his short story, "Offers Made" to Alien Skin Magazine. {Flash Fiction. Dec '05 / Jan '06 issue. } [Oct 2005]

• Kimberly Colley, whose short story, "Kiss, Jack" is now out in the current issue of The Harrow. [Oct 2005]

• Carol Hightshoe, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "A Game of Marbles" to Beyond Centauri. {Scheduled to appear in the April 2006 issue. } [Oct 2005]

• Dave Hoing, who reports "My short story "Kivam," published in the March/April issue of Interzone, was nominated for best short story of the year by the British Science Fiction Association. ". {So were a number of other stories, so there's no guarantee mine will make the final ballot, but it's an honor to be nominated just the same. } [Oct 2005]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Tashi's Future Lover" to Interzone. {I'm honored to have sold this story. Let's just say there was a WIDE variety of responses on it from you Critters folks. All of your comments were very helpful. Thanks so much. } [Oct 2005]

• Adam La Rusic, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Photo Finish" to AlienSkin Magazine. {This is my first sale. Thanks to all who critiqued this piece for me. } [Oct 2005]

• Pam Davis, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Four Hundred and Twenty-three" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. {My crittered story is now up at The Sword Review (http://www.theswordreview.com/), published as Pam L. Wallace. Thanks to all the critters who helped make the story better! } [Oct 2005]

• David McGillveray, who reports "My short story, From the Underbubble to the Sky" is in the current issue of nanobison.". {This story recently went through the Critters queue but was unfortunately placed before I could make the improvements. Thanks to all Critters for helping to improve my work. } [Oct 2005]

• Tony Pi, whose short story, "Zeno's Last Paradox" is now out in the current issue of Abyss & Apex. {This piece has a companion story (readable independently yet interconnected) in _Aoife's Kiss_ #14 called 'A Gorgon Comes For Hades' Helm', which I announced last week. } [Oct 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Red String" to Cricket. [Oct 2005]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Prayer for a Dead Paramecium" to ESLI. {This will be a reprint (in Russian). The story first appeared in Analog. And, speaking of Analog, they bought another story of mine--this time a 1000 word 'Probability Zero' piece, 'The Emancipation of the Knowledge Robots'. I'd not mentioned it separately as the story was not crittered. In fact, it is the only non-crittered story I've ever sent out. } [Oct 2005]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "Home Renewed" to AlienSkin Magazine. {This wasn't crittered, but because of Critters I have learned how to evaluate feedback and make the appropriate changes. Editors have enjoyed "Home Renewed", but I had trouble selling this story because it was a bit long for what it is. I realized that I needed to either change or shorten this story, so I shortened it to 980 words and sold it recently as a Flash fiction. } [Oct 2005]

• Cheryl McCreary, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Discovery on Rios" to Amazing Journeys Magazine. {My first sale! } [Oct 2005]

• M H Bonham, who sold her short story, "Honor Bound" to Shadowswords #5. [Oct 2005]

• M H Bonham, who sold her short story, "The Troll Kind" to Shadowswords #2. [Oct 2005]

• Madge E Miller, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Brotherhood of the Kracken" to ShadowSword, Damels in Distress Anthology. {This story was crittered a few years ago and I've been shopping it around for quite awhile. After a number of "I love it but its too long" rejections I finally broke down and chopped 3,000 words off--I amputated the beginning that included too much backstory. Brotherhood is now at 6,000 words rather than 9,000 and has been accepted for an anthology! } [Oct 2005]

• Ray E. Main, who sold his novel, "Maiden Voyager" to Five Star Publications. {Five Star Publications was contacted by Amber Beecher of DearReader.com, requesting permission to advertise Maiden Voyager to suscribing book clubs and libraries. Being listed on her website is a great way to get publicity for one's novels. } [Oct 2005]

• Tony Pi, whose short story, "A Gorgon Comes For Hades' Helm" is now out in the current issue of Aoife's Kiss. {Got my September 2005 contributor copy at last. Its companion piece will soon appear in Abyss and Apex. } [Oct 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Kawaa, Naagan, and the Queen's Diamond Necklace" to Dragonfly Spirit. {Dragonfly Spirit is a new Children's 'zine edited by none other than fellow Critter, Gisele LeBlanc. } [Oct 2005]

• Jill Elaine Hughes, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Wood Witch's Tale" is now out in the current issue of Deep Magic (www.deep-magic.net). {This story was published only three weeks after it sold (nice turnaround). Many Critters members offered excellent critiques of this story, which contributed directly to its publication. Thanks Critters! } [Oct 2005]

• Chris Russo aka C.L. Russo, whose short story, "Janus Reunited" is now out in the current issue of DawnSky.com. [Oct 2005]

• Alex Holden, whose short story, "Troy Trooper" is now out in the current issue of Escape Pod, the Science Fiction Podcast Magazine. {You can download a free recording of it from http://www.escapepod.info/ } [Oct 2005]

• Jeff Cates, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Six Slightly Twisted Tales" to Walking Bones ezine. [Oct 2005]

• Ingrid Wilson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Rise of Zyzzy Krang"" is now out in the current issue of DawnSky. {Thanks to everyone who helped with this story. Your feedback made a big difference. } [Oct 2005]

• Marion Bernard, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Reaching Haven" to Quantum Muse. {Thanks so much to everyone that provided comments and helpful suggetions! } [Oct 2005]

• Marion Bernard, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Reaching Haven" to Quantum Muse. [Oct 2005]

• Pam Davis, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Four Hundred and Twenty-three" to The Sword Review. {This story was critted about a year ago, and big thanks to all my friendly critters who helped! No set publication date yet, although it should be some time this month! Visit TSR (http://www.theswordreview.com/) for more details! } [Sep 2005]

• Jakob Drud, who sold his short story, "God Save Me As Me" to Alienskin Magazine. {My first fiction sale! This particular flash story wasn't crittered, but many others were - so thanks for all the help. } [Sep 2005]

• Karen M. Roberts, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Good-bye, Paradise" is now out in the current issue of Farthing. {Thanks to all the Critters who helped me improve this story! I also attended the Clarion West writing workshop this summer. It was a fabulous experience! } [Sep 2005]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who reports "I sold an article to Alien Skin Magazine, entitled, Evolution and Transcending -- Where Do We Go from Here as Sci-Fi Writers? It appears in the October-November Issue. ". [Sep 2005]

• Jill Elaine Hughes, who sold her short story, "An Incident at Artemis Arms"" to Nanobison.com. {Although this one wasn't one of my Crittered pieces, Critters has definitely helped to improve the marketability of my fiction, and making two professional short story sales in the same week is proof of that! Thanks Critters! } [Sep 2005]

• Jill Elaine Hughes, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Wood Witch's Tale"" to Deep Magic. {Thanks for everyone's comments on this story, which is the first of my Crittered stories to sell to a paying market since I joined Critters exactly one year ago. It should be available online at www.deep-magic.net by October 1! } [Sep 2005]

• Christopher Kastensmidt, who sold his short story, "Daddy's Little Boy" to Deep Magic. {My first sale! This is also the first short story I ever submitted for publication (although not the first place I submitted it). It was critiqued elsewhere, but what I've leared here at Critters helped with the revisions along the way. It should be out in the October issue. } [Sep 2005]

• Daniel Arenson, whose poem, "Youth" is now out in the current issue of Strong Verse. [Sep 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "Three flashes entitled The Dinosaur, Pangu's Cure, and Dinner Time" to Flashshot. [Sep 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who reports "My drabble "Saved by the Bell" will be published in "Shadow Box" an e-anthology coming this October from Shadowed Realms which is now a recognized pro market!". [Sep 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Cat Called Karma She was Bad" to Twisted Cat Tales Anthology. [Sep 2005]

• Keesa Renee DuPre, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Russka's Last Painting" to The Sword Review. {I can't thank you guys enough for your comments on this story. You made all the difference in the world. It's my first-ever short story sale--I can't wait for it to come out! } [Sep 2005]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "I just signed the contracts to have my time travel Novel , Lost Echoes, published. It's a done deal!". [Sep 2005]

• Lindsey Duncan, who sold her short story, "But Before I Kill You ..." to Bash Down The Door and Slice Open The Badguy anthology. [Sep 2005]

• Larry Hodges, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "First Cat" to Twisted Cat Tails Anthology. [Sep 2005]

• Ray E. Main, whose novel, "Maiden Voyager" is now out from Five Star Publications. {Maiden Voyager is now available for purchase at Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble. While this particular novel wasn't Crittered, I know my writing has improved greatly because of the help I've received from so many of you. } [Sep 2005]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "No Dogs Allowed" to the Twisted Cat Tales anthology. [Sep 2005]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Dee's Gentlemen" to RAGE machine Magazine. [Sep 2005]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "King of the Nameless Land" to ShadowSword. {I want to thank everyone who read and commented on this one. Great help, much appreciated. } [Sep 2005]

• Holly Messinger, who sold her short story, "End of the Line" to Jintsu E-books. {EOTL wasn't run through Critters, but the first story to feature Trace the ghost-hunting cowboy, "Sikeston," WAS crittered, back in March. Thanks to all of you who said nice things about it! :-) } [Sep 2005]

• Mike Rimar, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Heraldry" is now out in the current issue of Travel a Time Historic Anthology edited by Nancy Jackson. [Sep 2005]

• Mike Rimar, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Annus Mirabilis" is now out in the current issue of L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future Anthology XXI. [Sep 2005]

• James Grayson, who sold his short story, "Solar System Commuter Trains" to Analog Science Fiction and Fact. {Okay, so it wasn't a short story and it wasn't crittered, but it was the companion piece to 'Puncher's Chance', and the two fed off each other. Thanks to everyone who commented on either one (especially Ted, again!) } [Sep 2005]

• James Grayson, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Puncher's Chance" to Analog Science Fiction & Fact. {Thanks to all the Critters who gave us such terrific input on this one, especially Ted Grosch, who Kathy and I vote 'Best guy to be stranded in space with'! } [Sep 2005]

• Rob Shelsky, whose short story, "Custom Planets" is now out in the current issue of Neometropolis. {This was not a short story, but rather a 3,000 word article on how to build and design one's own custom planets for sci-fi stories. } [Sep 2005]

• Ross Young, whose (Critter'd) short story, "In the Sweet Pie and Pie" is now out in the current issue of Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. [Sep 2005]

• Ross Young, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Are You Ready to Walk With Me?" is now out in the current issue of Nocturnal Ooze. [Sep 2005]

• Kevin N. Haw, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Order of the crimson Tunic" to Bash Down the Door and Slice Open the Badguy anthology. {This is only my second sale, but it's the first that I've ever had crittered. Thanks to all who helped with this one. } [Sep 2005]

• Brian D. Holland, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Eyes of King Ronan" to Gryphonwood. [Sep 2005]

• Liam Rands, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "House Eden" to Ethereal Gazette. [Sep 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Life and Times of Penguin" is now out in the current issue of Escape Pod as an audio MP3 podcast. [Sep 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Mistress Fortune Favors the Unlucky" to Bash Down the Door and Slice Open the Badguy anthology. [Sep 2005]

• David McGillveray, who reports "My story "His Whore the Vector" is up now at Futurismic". [Sep 2005]

• Rupa Bose, who sold her poem, "When You Left Your Body Lying Around" to Strange Horizons. {This will be published under a pseudonym. Though it wasn't Crittered, feedback from this group over the years has shaped my writing. Thanks, everyone - and especially the Critter Captain. } [Sep 2005]

• Mary Robinette Kowal, who sold her short story, "Portrait of Ari" to Strange Horizons. [Sep 2005]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Infestation" to Deep Magic. {My thanks to those who critiqued this story in April 2003. } [Sep 2005]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Reflections of Mortality" is now out in the current issue of Peridot Books. {This is the second story published in the issue. Again thanks to everybody who helped me out on the story. You can read both "Wounded" and "Reflections of Mortality" at http://www.peridotbooks.com } [Sep 2005]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Wounded" is now out in the current issue of Peridot Books. {"Wounded" was originally submitted to Critters under the title "Secret Pains." I'd like to thank everyone who helped with critiques of the story. } [Sep 2005]

• Joe Murphy, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Machina Ex Deus" to Lenox Avenue. [Sep 2005]

• Joe Murphy, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Thin Line" to Northwest Passages: A Cascadian Odyssey. [Sep 2005]

• Mike Wever, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Life upon the Stage" to Alien Skin. {Thanks for all the great advice that helped me get this piece ready for publication. } [Sep 2005]

• David McGillveray, who reports "My e-book "Into the Trees" has been published by Jintsu E-Texts". {It's a short SF novella and you can find it at http://www.eggplant-productions.com/jintsu/. Thanks to all the critters who have helped me improve my writing. } [Sep 2005]

• Tina Connolly, who sold her short story, "A Buildup of Days" to Son and Foe. [Sep 2005]

• David Stephenson, who has won the first prize award for his (Critter'd) short story, "The Glass Eye". {I've been inactive for a while, but since the story was crittered, thought you would be willing to report the prize. The stort will be published in the _Bards & Sages_ Anthology due out this Winter. } [Aug 2005]

• Kimberly Colley, who sold her short story, "Kiss, Jack" to The Harrow. [Aug 2005]

• Marguerite Lance, who sold her short story, "The Wood and the Brass" to Thou Shalt Not. [Aug 2005]

• Liam Rands, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Tea With Mr. Jenkins" to From the Asylum Anthology. [Aug 2005]

• Ingrid Wilson, who sold her short story, "Swamp Circus" to Carnifex Press. {This story will be in the Florida Horror Anthology. } [Aug 2005]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Krestyanova Genes" to Khimairal Ink. [Aug 2005]

• Jay Stevol, who sold his short story, "Betrothed in Darkness" to Flashing Swords. [Aug 2005]

• Ross Young, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Are You Ready to Walk With Me" to Nocturnal Ooze. [Aug 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Bunny of Vengeance and the Bear of Death" to Fantasy Magazine. {Oops. The previous sale should have been to Fantasy Magazine, not Jabberwocky. Same editor, different publication. } [Aug 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Bunny of Vengeance and the Bear of Death" to Jabberwocky anthology. [Aug 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Sins of the Mother" to Thou Shalt Not anthology. [Aug 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "All in My Mind" to Galaktika. {This is a Hungarian-language reprint sale. } [Aug 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "The Wiggly People" to Thou Shalt Not anthology. [Aug 2005]

• SC Bryce, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Gray Mist" is now out in the current issue of The Sword's Edge (www.swordsedge.net). [Aug 2005]

• David A. Olson, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Martian Skinny" to AlienSkin. {Thanks to all the amazing critiques I received on this story!!! } [Aug 2005]

• Carol Hightshoe, who sold her short story, "The Sword of Paower" to Illuminated Manuscripts Anthology. [Aug 2005]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "Timer" to The Fifth Di. {"Timer" will appear in the upcoming September 2005 issue of The Fifth Di online at http://www.samsdotpublishing.com/fifth/fifth.htm. This is my second sale to this publication. } [Aug 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Second Daughter" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review. {This is a reprint of this story. It originally appeared in Brigham-Young's Leading Edge. } [Aug 2005]

• Gwen Perkins, who sold her short story, "My Precious Child" to Mount Zion Speculative Fiction Review. [Aug 2005]

• Nora Jemison (as N. K. Jemisin), who has won the Honorable mention in the 18th YEAR'S BEST FANTASY AND HORROR award for her (Critter'd) short story, "L'Alchimista". {Squeal!! } [Aug 2005]

• Nora Jemison (as N. K. Jemisin), whose short story, "Cloud Dragon Skies" is now out in the current issue of Strange Horizons. {Read it at http://www.strangehorizons.com/2005/20050801/jemisin-f.shtml =) } [Aug 2005]

• S Fazekas, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Chance Met in Capua" to ScienceFictionFantasyHorror.com. [Aug 2005]

• Michael Greenhut, whose short story, "The Vegetable Garden" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin. [Aug 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "Saved by the Bell" to Shadow Box e-anthology (a Shadowed Realms project). [Aug 2005]

• Christina Barber, who sold her short story, "The Appointment" to Quill-Pen Online Magazine. [Aug 2005]

• Michael Mathews, who sold his short story, "The Shoppers" to Shimmer Magazine. [Aug 2005]

• Gary J Beharry, who sold his short story, "Redamntion" to Nocturnal Ooze. {This one is a flash fiction piece for the August/September '05 webzine. Thanks to everyone at critters. gjb } [Jul 2005]

• Edward Moore, who sold his short story, "Supreme Court" to Flash Me Magazine. {My short story Supreme Court is in the July 31st issue of Flash Me Magazine along with some other critter'ed members. I'm happy that my participation on this site has helped me horn a story into good enough shape for publication by Flash Me Magazine. Hope you check the issue out and enjoy some great fiction by many talented authors. } [Jul 2005]

• Michael Greenhut, who sold his short story, "The Vegetable Garden" to AlienSkin. [Jul 2005]

• Jarrah Moore, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Blue-Eyed Lizard" is now out in the current issue of Flash Me Magazine. [Jul 2005]

• Tony Pi, whose short story, "The Mirror King" is now out in the current issue of Flash Me Magazine. {I got the PDF version today - gorgeous in itself - but the online version that will be available from July 31 has artwork. } [Jul 2005]

• Jamie McEwan, whose novel, "Whitewater Scrubs" is now out from Darby Creek Publishing. {Whitewater Scrubs is not exactly a novel, more of a children's chapter book, aimed at 5 & 6 grade readers. } [Jul 2005]

• Jamie McEwan, whose novel, "Whitewater Scrubs" is now out from Darby Creek Publishing. [Jul 2005]

• SC Bryce, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Anonymous World" is now out in the current issue of Chaos Theory: Tales Askew. [Jul 2005]

• Jenna Tong, who sold her short story, "Part des Anges" to Atsoise (http://soulengravings.com/). [Jul 2005]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Silence in Florence" to Asimov's. {This went through the queue in August 2004. Many thanks to those who helped me whip the first draft into saleable shape. } [Jul 2005]

• David Eland, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Unless a Seed Dies"" to Deep Magic. {This story is planned to appear in the August issue of Deep Magic -- www.deep-magic.net } [Jul 2005]

• Dave Hoing, whose short story, "Till Human Voices Wake Us" is now out in the current issue of Short Story Journal. {This is strictly a literary story written before my Critters days (and before the awful movie of the same name!), and so it went unCrittered. But it uses the same style I've used in most of my Critters pieces--in fact, it's the "prototype," so to speak. I actually sold this in late 2003, but publishing delays yada yada pushed it back until just a couple of weeks ago, when it finally saw print. } [Jul 2005]

• George Potter, who sold his short story, "Lullaby" to The Sword Review. { First paid sale! } [Jul 2005]

• Fran Cobe, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Lightening's Touch" to Unblieveable Stories. {Thanks to everyone who read my works and delivered great suggestions. Your hard work did not go in vain. I'll have two more stories coming out in November. I want to brag a bit two of the short storied are cover stories. Thanks again. Fran Cobe } [Jul 2005]

• Pam Lord, who sold his novel, "'Ikarias, Tales From the Worlds of the Hal'f-Dragon, Book 1: Sorceress' Game" to ComStar Media. {ComStar Media also optioned for the finished second book in the series: 'Soul Teind'. Books 3 & 4 are in the works as well. } [Jul 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Life and Times of Penguin (reprint)" to Escape Pod. {Escape Pod (http://escape.extraneous.org/) is going to turn my story into an MP3 audio podcast. A very cool publication. } [Jul 2005]

• Jarrah Moore, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Blue-Eyed Lizard" to Flash Me Magazine. {This went through Critters as "A Full-Flight Dragon". It's both my first paid publication, and my first critter'd story :D } [Jul 2005]

• Tony Pi, who has won the finalist in the Writers of the Future award for his short story, "Come-From-Aways". {Now the long wait to find out if it will be included as a published finalist. } [Jul 2005]

• Tony Pi, who sold his short story, "The Mirror King" to Flash Me Magazine. [Jul 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Second Daughter" to The Sword Review (reprint). [Jul 2005]

• SC Bryce, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Anonymous World" to Chaos Theory:Tales Askew. [Jul 2005]

• Michelle O'Neill, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Blue Plate Special"" to Descendingdarkness1.com. [Jul 2005]

• Steve Parker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Stray Dog Swordsman on Redemption Road" to Talebones (#31, Winter 2005). {This piece was crittered as "Nihon no Genju: Hokkeji no Kappa". I'd like to send out my sincere thanks to everyone who read and critiqued the story (there were quite a few of you!) and to the Crit Cap'n for everything he does. Check out Talebones 31 when it's published this coming winter. } [Jul 2005]

• Chris Russo, who sold his short story, "Janus Reunited" to Dawn Sky. {This was the first story I'd ever written. It took a while to find a home, but I'm glad if finally did! } [Jul 2005]

• Ingrid Wilson, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Rise of Zyzzy Krang" to DawnSky. [Jul 2005]

• Danny Adams, whose short story, "The Frozen People" is now out in the current issue of Abyss & Apex. [Jul 2005]

• Danny Adams, who sold his short story, "Hermetically Sealed" to Not One Of Us. {Editor John Benson patiently let me run through a couple of revisions on this after telling me he liked it. This is only one of several times he's been a gentleman editor about my submissions. } [Jul 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "All in My Mind" is now out in the current issue of Nowa Fantastyka. {This is a Polish reprint of a story that was first published in the anthology Hitting the Skids in Pixeltown, edited by Orson Scott Card. Any Critters out there read Polish? } [Jul 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Oranges, Lemons, and Thou Beside Me" to Apex Digest. [Jul 2005]

• Ingrid Wilson, whose short story, "Long Man" is now out in the current issue of Abyss & Apex. [Jul 2005]

• Lara Frrater, who reports "Fat Chicks Rule: How to Survive in a Thin-Centric World". {"Fat Chicks Rule: How to Survive in a Thin-Centric World" is my first published book. It's non-fiction and available in Borders and some indy stores. You can also order it online (i.e. Amazon, B&N etc) } [Jul 2005]

• Carrie S. Masek, whose (Critter'd) novel, "A Dragon's Tail" is now out from Double Dragon Publishing. {I'm the featured author at Jewels of the Quill (www.JewelsoftheQuill.com) this July and to celebrate, I'm giving away a copy of A Dragon's Tail. To be eligible to win the download, sign the Jewels of the Quill guestbook or send an e-mail to JewelsoftheQuill-owner@yahoogroups.com with "JOTQ Giveaway" in the Subject line. On July 31, I'll choose one winner from the entries. A valid e-mail address is required to win. } [Jul 2005]

• Sheila Crosby, who reports "I've been published in Conference procedings.". { Back in 2002 I was supposed to go to a conference on "Communicating Astronomy" as an SF writer, but I got flu and never made it. Now the conference procedings have been published, and the talk I never gave has a section all to itself. I don't get paid, but it's all publicity. } [Jun 2005]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Scream Quietly" to Farthing. {This was crittered as Sophie's Journey. A bit thank you to everyonbe who crittered it. Farthing is a new spec fic market that should debut at World Con in August. I can't wait t get my hands on a copy. Let's hear it for new markets. } [Jun 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Princess and the Golden Fish" to Cricket. [Jun 2005]

• Peter Krausche, whose (Critter'd) novel, "The Traveler" is now out from VMI Publishers. {You may not believe this, but with your help, "The Traveler" has grown into a seven-part series. This first installment is being released on August 1st and can now be pre-ordered at Amazon.com or any of the other major bookstores. I'm so grateful for all the advice I received from you Critters that I immortalized you in the acknowledgments in the front of the book. Yes, that is, of course, a shameless attempt to get you to buy my novel. :-D LOL } [Jun 2005]

• Peter Krausche, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "The High Priestess" to VMI Publishers. {"The High Priestess" was originally critiqued at Critters as "The Traveler, Book Two" and is the second installment of a seven-part series. It should be released sometime early next year. Thanks to all the Critters that took the time and trouble to help me with the manuscript! } [Jun 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Storyteller's Wife" to Faeries. {They're buying French reprint rights, making this my first French language publication. The story originally appeared in Realms of Fantasy. } [Jun 2005]

• Brian K. Lowe, who sold his short story, "Migration" to PanGaia. {This is my first sale to a print market. } [Jun 2005]

• Tony Pi, whose poem, "An Enchantment, with Apples" is now out in the current issue of On Spec. [Jun 2005]

• Karen L. Kincy, who reports "I've made my first sale, an article titled "Questing for a Name", to Vision: A Resource for Writers (http://lazette.net/vision). It should be in an upcoming issue. ". [Jun 2005]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Door That Does Not Close" to Analog. {In response to some very insightful critiques, I did a heavy rewrite. Thank you, Critters! Stan Schmidt then asked for some tweaking, which of course I did. Thank you Dr. Schmidt! And once more, thank you Captain ABurt! } [Jun 2005]

• Robert J. Santa, whose (Critter'd) short story, "And a Sprig of Rosemary" is now out in the current issue of F/SF antho. {Oops, and I do mean oops. I posted a link to the F/SF anthology, and it is the link for contributor's copies. I'm sure the sales dept. will catch the mistake, and here's the link that was supposed to be posted http://www.lulu.com/content/90087 } [Jun 2005]

• Robert J. Santa, whose (Critter'd) short story, "And a Sprig of Rosemary" is now out in the current issue of F/SF anthology. {Finally! After two years this book is here, and it looks terrific. For anyone who has doubts about whether Critters can help with your writing career, fellow critters Barbara Davies, Simon Kewin, Kevin Anderson, Sherry Thompson and Leah Bobet all appear in this antho as well. My apologies if I missed a fellow critter also in this book. F/SF can be found at Lulu Press at http://www.lulu.com/content/90093 } [Jun 2005]

• Gary J Beharry, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Yellow, Orange, and Red" to Insidious Reflections (http://www.insidiousreflections.com). {Thanks to everyone who crittered this story! } [Jun 2005]

• Jessica Howe, who sold her short story, "A Leafing" to Beyond Centauri. {This is my first story sold at pro rate! I'm still jumping up and down and screaming! } [Jun 2005]

• John Kratman, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Nanuq" to Cascadia Anthology. {My first pro rate sale! WHOO HOO! Many thanks to all who helped, especially Nye Marnach and Carl Frederick. } [Jun 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "My story "Running on Two Legs" that was published in #40 of The Third Alternative was nominated for the 2005 British Fantasy Society Best Short Story Award. Any Critters who are BFS members are welcome to drop me an email to receive a PDF of the story for their reading enjoyment and consideration.". [Jun 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "In Suffering Lies Salvation" to Anaisdotmfk. {This originally went through the queue titled "Worth's Reward." } [Jun 2005]

• Sherry Thompson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Winter's Season" is now out in the current issue of "F/SF", published by CyberPulp (http://come.to/cyberpulp). {I sold this piece to CP two years ago this past Thursday. Sometimes, you have to be patient - even after the sale! Thanks to everyone who offered advice. I hope that some of my original Critters are still here two years later! } [Jun 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Behold the Beast" to RAGEmachineMagazine. {This story was crittered under the title "Night Dreams." It was just accepted to appear in the upcoming issue (Aug. 2005 I think) of RAGEmachineMagazine. This is my first big sale. I am so excited I can hardly breathe! They even want a photo! I want to thank everyone for all their advice regarding this story. Being part of Critters is one of the best things that ever happened to me. } [Jun 2005]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "I'm attending a two week screenwriter colony workshop in Superior, Nebraska from 6/18 to 7/1. It's run by Lew Hunter, the honorary chair of the UCLA screenwriting program and a premier screenwriter. Among screenwriting workshops, Lew Hunter's program stands as a super Clarion. ". [Jun 2005]

• Tony Pi, who sold his short story, "Zeno's Last Paradox" to Abyss & Apex. {I'm quite pleased that this story has found a home at last! Its companion piece, 'A Gorgon Comes For Hades' Helm', should appear in _Aoife's Kiss_ in September 2005, a month before this one appears _Abyss & Apex_ in October. Excellent timing! } [Jun 2005]

• Mike Wever, who sold his short story, "I'm Sorry" to Dawn Sky. [Jun 2005]

• Mike Wever, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Old Soul" to The Sword Review. {Thanks to everyone who commented on this story. All the feedback was helpful in getting this story ready for publication. } [Jun 2005]

• F. I. Goldhaber, who has won the Writer's of the Future quarterfinalist award for her short story, "Firestone". [Jun 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "Three stories: Nommos Hero of the Sea, City of Gold, and The Tree" to Flashshot. {These stories were not crittered because I felt it was not worth sending them through the mill at 110 words each! I do appreciate all the help I have received from various critters even though some of them have been very blunt! All the advice I have received has helped make more critical of my own work. } [Jun 2005]

• Shelley Lesher, who sold her short story, "Three stories: Nommos Hero of the Sea, City of Gold, and The Tree" to Flashshot. {These stories were not crittered because I felt it was not worth sending them through the mill at 110 words each! I do appreciate all the help I have received from various critters even though some of them have been very blunt! All the advice I have received has helped make more critical of my own work. } [Jun 2005]

• Barbara Davies, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Toril and Cort" is now out in the current issue of F/SF Vol 1 (an anthology from CyberPulp). [Jun 2005]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who reports "I launched my website: www.benjaminbuchholz.com". {Contains bibliography, poetry, and miscellania Check it out if you like! } [Jun 2005]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Roots of the World"" to Harness. {Strangely, this aboriginal fantasy sold to a fairly prestigious literary magazine . . . } [Jun 2005]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Moon: An Exercise in the Idiocratic Method" to Antimuse. [Jun 2005]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Cruel & Unusual"" to Far Sector. [Jun 2005]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Thou Murdered the Mankind of Her"" to Far Sector. {This story was crittered as "Terminal Eden." } [Jun 2005]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Man Who Sang Himself Out"" to DawnSky. {This story was crittered as "Pamlico and the Cat." } [Jun 2005]

• Mark Ward, who reports "My Crittered short story "Trial and Error" was a quarter finalist in the latest Writers of the Future contest.". {Huge thanks to all those Critters who gave me help with the story and the confidence to send it out. It was the first story I'd put through Critters so I'm amazed it got so far. } [Jun 2005]

• Ingrid Wilson, who sold her short story, "Long Man" to Abyss & Apex. [Jun 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Tiger Fortune Princess" is now out in the current issue of Paradox. [Jun 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Life and Times of Penguin" is now out in the current issue of Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. [Jun 2005]

• Michelle Scott, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Nightcrows" to ShadowSword Anthology. [Jun 2005]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Window" to The Third Alternative. {Thanks to all the folks who crittered this story. Talk about fast! The story came off the Critters queue on a Thursday morning, and it was accepted by The Third Alternative on Friday morning. Wouldn't it be great if it always worked that way? } [Jun 2005]

• Sheila Crosby, whose short story, "Caught in the Oort" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin . {And I love the illustration! } [Jun 2005]

• Elizabeth Blue, who reports "I will be a guest at this year's Horrorfind Weekend in Baltimore, August 19 - 21.". [Jun 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "When the Lights Go Out" is now out in the current issue of Here & Now. [May 2005]

• Pam Davis, whose (Critter'd) short story, "All That Glitters"" is now out in the current issue of The Sword Review (http://www.theswordreview.com/). {The Sword Review has been great to work with, and I'm pleased to have my story there (and an illustration to go along with it!). Thanks to all the critters who helped tighten the story up! "All That Glitters" is published as Pam L. Wallace. } [May 2005]

• Brian D. Holland, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Serviceberry Incident" to Nocturne Magazine. [May 2005]

• Gary J Beharry, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Benny vs. The Mutans" to Alien Skin Magazine. {Thanks for crittering. } [May 2005]

• Andrew Zimmerman Jones, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sibling Enmity" to Cyber-Age Adventures. [May 2005]

• David McGillveray, whose short story, "Fracture" is now out in the current issue of Byzarium. {You can find it at http://www.fictionwise.com/servlet/mw?t=book&bookid=31381&id=157341. Although this story wasn't crittered I'd like to thank all the critters who've helped improve my stories. } [May 2005]

• David McGillveray, who reports "My short story The Cracks in Captain Silcoat is out now at Fictionwise via Far Sector SFFH". {You can find it at http://www.fictionwise.com/servlet/mw?t=book&bookid=31381&id=157341. Although this story wasn't crittered I'd like to thank all the critters who've helped improve my stories. } [May 2005]

• Hank Quense, who sold his short story, "Hell of a salesman" to Neo-Opsis. [May 2005]

• Patricia Kirby, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Jack Sprat's Golem" to Lost in the Dark. [May 2005]

• Patricia Kirby, who sold her short story, "The Blood Charm" to the anthology Beyond the Blackened Mirror. {Too long (novella) and too "spicy" for Critters, but thanks to all who've helped with other stories. } [May 2005]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Task" to AlienSkin. [May 2005]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Edge of the Map" to Asimov's. {My thanks to those who critiqued the first draft of this story in July 2004. } [May 2005]

• Chris Russo, who sold his short story, "Collection" to Alien Skin Magazine. {I'm told my story will be in the June/July issue. Check it out! } [May 2005]

• Chris Russo, who reports "I was selected as a contributing writer for the Liquid Laughter project, a shared world anthology to be published in October of 2006.". [May 2005]

• Edward Moore, whose short story, "Evening Shifts" is now out in the current issue of Berkeley Fiction Review. {While this story wasn't critiqued by the wonderful people on this site, reviews of past critiques and my experiences examining and being exposed to good writing contributed to the successful placement of this story. } [May 2005]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her short story, "Caught in the Oort" to Alien Skin. {This means I've got two short stories sold and awaiting publication, which is a very nice feeling. } [May 2005]

• Tracy S. Morris, whose novel, "Tranquility" is now out from Yard Dog Press. {This is 1/2 of Yard Dog Press Double Dog #2. The other half is the Bill D. Allen novel Gods and Other Children. } [May 2005]

• Tony Pi, whose short story, "Dynamics of a Hanging" is now out in the current issue of Shred of Evidence e-zine. {My first published work! It's a mystery piece but does have a minor speculative element (alternate history). } [May 2005]

• Rory Abel, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Random Acts of Destruction" to Andromeda Spaceway Inflight Magazine. [May 2005]

• Robert J. Santa, whose short story, "In This Sleep of Death" is now out in the current issue of Magistria: Realm of the Sorcerer. {This was a by-invitation collection of theme-based short stories involving a land filled with mages of differing specialties. I never submitted it through the queue because I felt it should make its first appearance inside the book. This is a terrific antho, with covers and interior illustrations by Mats Minnhagen whose work blows me away. Here's a link to the purchase site: http://www.lulu.com/content/125468 } [May 2005]

• Andrew Richardson, who sold his novel, "Andraste's Blade" to Dark Realm Press. [May 2005]

• Lee Beavington, who has won the 2nd place in the Writers of the Future award for his short story, "Evolution's End". {I'm so thrilled. I placed 2nd in the Writers of the Future contest for the first quarter. It all seems so unreal right now. To all aspiring writers out there: never give up!! } [May 2005]

• Joe Latessa, who reports "My musical �A Lesbian In the Pantry� was just accepted into the New York International Fringe Festival. Performances will take place in August, 2005.". [May 2005]

• S.C. Bryce, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "A Demon War" to Flashing Swords e-zine. [May 2005]

• Chris Russo, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Man Who Pulled Shiny Things out of the Air" to Strange Pleasures #6. {Wow, my second sale this week! Never thought that would happen, especially when I was getting rejected hither and yon. I finally sold a Crittered story! Thanks to everyone who read it and gave helpful, thoughtful critiques. } [May 2005]

• Michael Morrison, who sold his short story, "Baffling Tongue of the Ning" to Eggplant Literary Productions. [May 2005]

• Chris Russo, who sold his short story, "And Unto Miriam Was Begotten..." to Red Scream Magazine. {This is my second sale in the last two months! Too bad it can't always be like this! Again, NOT a crittered piece, but with all the thoughtful critiques I'm getting from you guys, I'm hoping it won't be long before I sell one that you've helped me with. } [May 2005]

• Nora Jemison, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Cloud Dragon Skies" to Strange Horizons. {My first SFWA-qualifying sale! } [May 2005]

• Paul M. Jessup, who sold his short story, "When Max was Hungry Again" to The Harrow. [May 2005]

• Ceallaigh S. MacCath-Moran, who sold her short story, "Yundah" to PanGaia Magazine. {I didn't feed this one to the Critters 'cause I didn't think it was close enough to the genres we critique here to do so. But the Critters are of tremendous help to my work in general. Thanks for being here everybody! } [May 2005]

• Nick Leonardson, who sold his short story, "Sable's Trial" to Amazing Journeys Magazine. {My first sale! Should be in the June issue. } [May 2005]

• Gary Wilbanks, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Real Horror" to Cthulhu Sex Magazine. [May 2005]

• Tony Pi, who sold his short story, "He Immortal, Evergreen She" to On Spec. [Apr 2005]

• Kevin Maclean, who has won the Sir Julius Vogel award for his (Critter'd) short story, "When Dragons Dream". {This is the New Zealand equivalent of the Hugo Award. } [Apr 2005]

• Ingrid Wilson, who sold her short story, "I Have Promises to Keep" to Lost in the Dark. {I submitted this piece before I joined Critters. It's slated to appear in the Summer issue. Now for the happy dance of joy (boing, boing, boing)!!! } [Apr 2005]

• Mike Rimar, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Annus Mirabilis" to Writer's of the Future. {The Writers of the Future has accepted me as a published finalist. This one had gone through critters so thank you all for the great advice. } [Apr 2005]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Skeekit-Woogle Test" to Analog. {This story had two rewrites--the first, a major rewrite engendered by the critiquers who provided terrific input. The second rewrite, more of a tweaking, was requested by Stan Schmidt at Analog. Again, both critiquers and Captain Burt (and most of all, Stan Schmidt)--Thank you. } [Apr 2005]

• Elizabeth Blue, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Ripples" is now out in the current issue of Dark Discoveries Magazine. [Apr 2005]

• John (Chad) Adams, who sold his short story, "A Dragon in My Embrace" to Gryphonwood Press. {Although this story was never Crittered, many of my others have been Crittered and truly helped in the realization of this story. Critters (as anyone who is reading this knows) is a wonderfully tool in our attempt to perfect our craft and get some type of exposure for our long laboured babies! } [Apr 2005]

• Elizabeth Blue, who sold her short story, "Sex Fiend" to Red Scream Magazine. [Apr 2005]

• Patrick Samphire, who sold his short story, "Uncle Vernon's Lie" to Realms of Fantasy. [Apr 2005]

• Patrick Samphire, who sold his short story, "A Field Guide to Ugly Places"" to Strange Horizons. [Apr 2005]

• Dave Hoing, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Healer" to Interzone. {Thanks to everyone who read and critiqued "The Healer." } [Apr 2005]

• Jeffrey Delano, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The End of Spring" to Tabloid Purposes 2. [Apr 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Caesar's Ghost" is now out in the current issue of Revenant: A Horror Anthology. [Apr 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Storyteller's Wife" is now out in the current issue of Realms of Fantasy. [Apr 2005]

• S.C. Bryce, who reports "sword and sorcery critique group". {www.SwordandSorcery.org (home of Flashing Swords e-zine) is starting a new series of small critique groups dedicated to sword & sorcery, sword & planet, and swashbuckling historicals. Its a great way to find dedicated fans of these sub-genres and supplement your Critters experience. } [Apr 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "All in My Mind" to Nowa Fantastyka. {This is a Polish-language reprint sale, my first Polish-language publication! The story first appeared in the (English) anthology Hitting the Skids in Pixeltown, edited by Orson Scott Card. } [Apr 2005]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her short story, "A Decent Woman" to Yours magazine. {This piece wasn't crittered because it's not spec fi, but I'm sure that what I learned at critters really helped. } [Apr 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "The Raven's Brocade" to Cricket. [Apr 2005]

• Roy Williamson, who sold his short story, "Last Compile" to Quantum Muse. {Initially written a while ago, then revised after I'd been a Critter for a while. A lot better now than it was, thanks to all I've picked up here. It's up in the April issue if you want to take a look. } [Apr 2005]

• Michael A. Ouellette, who sold his short story, "A Strange Little Tail" to The Sword Review. {Although this particular story was not Crittered, I would like to thank all who have taken the time to critique other stories of mine. I am a better writer because of it, and without your help, this would not have been possible. } [Apr 2005]

• Chris Russo, who sold his short story, "Putting Off Til Tomorrow..." to Neo-Opsis. {While this story never got the Critter treatment, I know what I've learned since becoming a member has helped me improve my writing. } [Mar 2005]

• Liam Rands, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Package" to Nanobison. {Many thanks to all the folks who helped me fine tune this story. Cheers, Liam } [Mar 2005]

• Liam Rands, who sold his short story, "Tech Support" to Peridot Books. [Mar 2005]

• Elizabeth Blue, whose (Critter'd) short story, "All Prettied Up" is now out in the current issue of Naked Snake Press. {This is actually a chapbook of three stories, all of which were crittered at some point. It includes some cool artwork/photography by Lauren Curtis. } [Mar 2005]

• Nathalie Rochon, who sold her novel, "Femme Metal" to Ellora's Cave. {Although no Critters were harmed in the making of this novel, their invaluable help made this Woo-Hoo possible. Special thanks to those Critters who followed Thief of Echoes and Cleft: without your pointers and insights, I wouldn't be writing this. Merci! } [Mar 2005]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Rain Queen" to Neo-opsis. [Mar 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Adventures of Manny the Mailmobile" to Greek newspaper, 9. {This is a reprint sale and my first Greek Language publication. } [Mar 2005]

• Serenity J. Banks, who sold her short story, "Road Kill" to Insidious Reflections Magazine. [Mar 2005]

• Gary J Beharry, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Intervention" to The Harrow. {Thanks to all for crittering. I received some really great ideas and clarification suggestions on this one. Gary } [Mar 2005]

• Jaye Lawrence, who reports "I made the 2004 James Tiptree, Jr. Award Short List". {My short story "Kissing Frogs" (The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, May 2004) made the 2004 James Tiptree, Jr. Award Short List. This thrills me to my toes for two reasons: 1) I've long been an admirer of Tiptree, and 2) it rocks my world to know that my idol, Ursula K. LeGuin, read and said positive things ("Short, light, deft, elegant") about my humble little frog-meets-girl story. http://tiptree.org/2004/short.html#2004S07 } [Mar 2005]

• Irina Pokrovski, who has won the third place and Best Critic Award in the EKSMO's Gold Quill 2005 award for her short story, "On The Run". {This is a short story contest for young professional authors held by one of Russia's biggest publishing houses, EKSMO Publishers. Thrilled as I am with being awarded the Bronze Quill, I'm ten times more thrilled about being announced the Best Critic -- and that's something I have to thank Critters for! Although Best Critic Award nominees included some big-name editors and literary scholars, my critiques were called "extremely friendly and highly helpful", so in fact this award should be Andrew Burt's! He was the one who taught us the importance of always being helpful and correct. Thank you, Andrew, thank you, everyone! } [Mar 2005]

• Jaye Lawrence, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Fallen Idols" to The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. [Mar 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "I signed on with an agent! William Reiss of John Hawkins & Associates, Inc.". [Mar 2005]

• Tony Pi, who sold his short story, "A Gorgon Comes For Hades' Helm" to Aoife's Kiss. {My first fantasy story sale! It will appear in the September issue of Aoife's Kiss. } [Mar 2005]

• Joseph Wise, whose novel, "The Brayburn Jar"" is now out from Baeg Tobar. {This is a serialized novel, and the first chapter is available now. Subsequent chapters will appear every two weeks until the end. Baeg Tobar is an online-only, shared fantasy world with fiction and artwork. It's a beautiful website, and is well worth a look, whether you just want to taste the goods, or for any of you fellow Critters who are interested in submitting your work to the editors. And may I also offer my extreme gratitude to all of the Critters who have helped me sharpen my writing over the last five years. I can think of no better support-group for word-adicts like me. Visit www.baegtobar.com to check it out. } [Mar 2005]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Fisherman of Northolt" to Postscripts magazine. {This was critiqued under the title "The Fishwife". I received over 40 critiques, which certainly let me know where most people thought the story needed tweaking. } [Mar 2005]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Hastillan Weed" to Asimov's. {My thanks to those who commented and helped diagnose a couple of weak spots in the initial draft. } [Mar 2005]

• Robert J. Santa, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Testing Edon" to On Spec. [Mar 2005]

• Robert J. Santa, whose short story, "Dragonflight" is now out in the current issue of Hadrosaur Tales. [Mar 2005]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Marbles" to The Time of Robots anthology. {Thanks to everyone who crittered this story, you did a great job. I'm an inactive Critter at the mo' due to health problems (cataracts), but I'm looking forward to diving back in the Critter pool with you all soon. See you then! } [Mar 2005]

• Nora Jemison (writing as N. K. Jemisin), who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Red Riding-Hood's Child" to Fishnet. {When I posted this story on Critters I got more responses than I've gotten for any other Crittered work, ever, because of its sexual content. Which was really quite mild... but I guess any sex gets attention! The reaction I got here is what convinced me to try erotica markets rather than traditional speculative fiction. So thanks to all those who read/critiqued it, whether you liked it or not. ^_- } [Mar 2005]

• Liam Rands, who sold his short story, "When the Darkness Breaks" to Tell You a Tale Audio Stories. [Mar 2005]

• A. Christopher Drown, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Mean Man" is now out in the current issue of SHOTS! Magazine. {This piece was crittered here some time ago because it contains borderline science fiction elements, though it really falls more squarely into the crime genre. Thanks to everyone for their help. } [Mar 2005]

• Scott Dixon, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Ohtohway"" to Night Terrors. [Mar 2005]

• M H Bonham, who has won the PSI First-Canine DWAA Special award for her short story, "The Ultimate Weapon". [Mar 2005]

• M H Bonham, whose novel, "Prophecy of Swords" is now out from Yard Dog Press. [Mar 2005]

• Darren Moore, who has won the 2nd Place in the 2005 NESFA Contest award for his short story, "The Most Daunting Task". [Mar 2005]

• Dave Hoing, whose short story, "Kivam" is now out in the current issue of Interzone. {"Kivam" was sold just before I joined Critters, so it went uncrittered. However, another story set in the same world *was* crittered, and I hope to have an announcement soon about that one as well! } [Mar 2005]

• Karen L. Kincy, who reports "An excerpt of my novel was posted on The Slam". {I�m not sure if this humble occurrence is noteworthy. I got lazy and wanted to glimpse the glory of publishing, so I submitted an excerpt of my unfinished novel �Ravelda� to The Slam � �Cicada magazine's online arena�. It was picked to be showcased and critiqued for March! Wheee! Check it out at: http://www.cricketmag.com/activity_display.asp?id=1397 Also, the very best entries to The Slam are published in the magazine Cicada. (Drools at the hope�) Thanks to everybody who Crittered (or shall I say suffered through?) various drafts of �Ravelda�! Must get back to Chapter 16� } [Mar 2005]

• Tony Pi, who sold his poem, "An Enchantment, With Apples" to On Spec. {This is my first poetry sale and my first sale to a print magazine. } [Feb 2005]

• David A. Olson, who sold his short story, "Pillows, Guitars, and Elves" to Beyond Centauri. {This was critiqued over at critique circle, not here. It is the first story of mine over 100 words long to be put into print. } [Feb 2005]

• Alissa Grosso, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "In the Form of a Trophy" to Dawn Sky (www.dawnsky.com). {Many thanks to everyone who helped critique this story! } [Feb 2005]

• Ross Young, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "In the Sweet Pie and Pie" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. {My first sale! Thanks to all the critters who critiqued this story and whose combined efforts rendered it saleable; and a special thank you to Dr. Andrew Burt for all his work running the Critters Workshop. } [Feb 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Oranges, Lemons, and Thou Beside Me" to Transfinite. [Feb 2005]

• Richard Jones, who sold his short story, "A Bad Knight for Dragons" to Beyond Centauri. {While this story didn't officially go through critters, several friends whom I met through the group, most especially Chris Upson, were instrumental in making this story good enough to sell. } [Feb 2005]

• Jeremy Minton, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Wrong End Of The Stick" to AEON Speculative Fiction. {I got a LOT of helpful comments on this one and the resultant revisions really made a big improvement to the story. Thanks to everyone who commented. } [Feb 2005]

• Mark Silcox, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Escapists in Love" to AlienSkin. {Thanks to the Critters who hammered my earlier draft of this story for its many conspicuous weaknesses. Paid off!! } [Feb 2005]

• C.S. MacCath-Moran, who sold her short story, "Ammonite Baby" to BBI Media. {BBI Media publishes a variety of magazines geared to Pagan readership. I've sold the story to the company, but the managing editor hasn't selected a specific venue yet. } [Feb 2005]

• Douglas T. Araujo, who reports "I'm in the Third Round of The Dark Idol Contest". {I don't know if you are aware of that, but there is a contest happening called "The Dark Idol", and my story "Evolution" has made the third round! You can read all the stories and vote for the one you find to be the best at the address below: http://www.newcamphorror.i8.com/dark-idol/DI-StoriesFrameset.htm } [Feb 2005]

• Darren Moore, who has won the 2004 SFWoE -6th place (out of 143 entries) award for his short story, "Path To F'dar". [Feb 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Wizard of Eternal Watch and the Keeper of Forever" to Razor-edged Arcanum anthology. [Feb 2005]

• Richard K. Lyon, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Strangers on the Night Train" to Dragons, Knights, and Angels. {This one went through the Critter mill twice. My thanks to everyone who commented. } [Feb 2005]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Hotel Security" to Analog. {I seem to be 'on a roll' with Analog at the moment. A lot of this, I think, is due to 1) helpful critiques, and 2) my believing the critiques and rewriting accordingly. Thanks again, helpful critiquers. } [Feb 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Tanuki-Kettle" to Cricket. [Feb 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Year of the Fox" to So Fey anthology. {I wrote this story specifically for this anthology, so I'm delighted the editor loved it! } [Feb 2005]

• Paula Richey, who sold her short story, "Voodoo for the Vegetarian" to Eggplant Literary Productions. [Feb 2005]

• Suzanne Church, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Wind and the Sky" is now out in the current issue of Neo-opsis SF Magazine Issue #5. {I believe this story went through the queue in 2002. This is my first sale in a print magazine, so I'm looking forward to holding it in my hands. } [Feb 2005]

• Suzanne Church, who sold her short story, "Waste Management" to Challenging Destiny. {This story is a companion to "Everyone Needs a Couch" which I subbed to the critter queue. "Waste Management" will appear in the June 2005 issue, available at Fictionwise.com. } [Feb 2005]

• Kevin Bachhuber, who sold his short story, "The Devastator" to Quantummuse.org. [Feb 2005]

• Carl Frederick, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Fruitcake Genome + an MP3 of the music" is now out in the current issue of The Analog website (www.analogsf.com). {'The Fruitcake Genome' was prompted by a translation to music I did of part of the fruit fly genome. The story appeared in last December's Analog. Now, the story (readable for free) is up on the Analog website along with an MP3 of the 'music' that came (untouched by human hands) from the genome. There's also an article on the translation method. One can find these (story, MP3, & article) in the new 'Science Behind the Story' column on the site. Generally, I don't post 'It's in Print' notices; I'm uncomfortable with self-promotion. But this, I think, is a first: story+music. Again, thanks to the critters that critiqued the story--and I invite you to be music critics as well. I'd very much like to hear your opinions on the music. } [Jan 2005]

• Jon Ruland, who sold his short story, "Mrs. Ferris and Her Son Ezekiel" to AlienSkin. [Jan 2005]

• Jon Ruland, who sold his short story, "The City of the Suns" to Amazing Journeys. [Jan 2005]

• S.C. Bryce, whose short story, "The Burning River" is now out in the current issue of Flashing Swords. [Jan 2005]

• Lesleigh Force, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Samhain" is now out in the current issue of ASIM. {Thanks to the critters who gave feedback on the original and revised forms of this story } [Jan 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Caesar's Ghost" to Carnifex's REVENANT horror anthology. [Jan 2005]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Speed of Understanding" to Analog. {The story, crittered as, 'The Speed of Intelligence' underwent a heavy critter-induced rewrite. Thanks critters for your help, and ABurt for Critters itself. } [Jan 2005]

• Eugie Foster, who reports "I've agreed to take over the mantle as Managing Editor of Tangent, effective immediately.". [Jan 2005]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Razi and the Sunbird" is now out in the current issue of Cricket. [Jan 2005]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "A Creature of the 80's" is now out in the current issue of Penumbric. {The story is located at http://www.neomythos.com/penumbric/creature.shtml . Thanks for reading it. } [Jan 2005]

• Peter Huston, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Literary Legacy of a Vempire" is now out in the current issue of Nth Dimension, Issue 11. [Jan 2005]

• S.C. Bryce, who sold her short story, "The Burning River" to Flashing Swords www.swordandsorcery.org. [Jan 2005]

• Roy Williamson, whose short story, "A Scientific Breakthrough" is now out in the current issue of NFG. {My entry for NFG's 69-er contest will be in the upcoming issue. Each piece has to be exactly 69 words long, and the winner gets $69. [subliminal mode on] voteformevoteformevoteforme [subliminal mode off] } [Jan 2005]

• Paul Sheringham, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Road Toll" to Astounding Tales. {The story won the editor's choice for best horror story in the December issue. } [Jan 2005]

• Gary J Beharry, who sold his short story, "My Worm Ate My Homework" to Flash Me Magazine. {Thanks to all the critters who have helped me. This story will be out as of January 31, 2005. } [Jan 2005]

• Carl Frederick, who reports "My first story in translation". {The Russian SF magazine, ESLI (If), has asked permission to translate and print my crittered story, 'The Study of Ants' which appeared in Analog in Sep 03. This will be the first time a story of mine appears in translation. I almost feel like a writer now. I guess I'll have to brush up on my Russian so I can read it. } [Jan 2005]

• Liam Rands, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "His Cross to Bear" to the premiere issue of Apex SF & H Digest. {Thanks to all those critters who helped on this story. } [Jan 2005]

• Barbara Robson, who reports "My (crittered) story, "Absolution", published in ASIM #15, has been shortlisted for an Aurealis award! Thanks to all who helped me improve it.". [Jan 2005]

• Tim Hammack, who sold his short story, "Templar's Fowl Day" to Cave Hollow Press's "Murder, Mystery, Madness, Magic, and Mayhem, Vol 2". {Thanks for all the critter help--"Templar's Fowl Day" wasn't crittered per se, but in doing the revision before its submission, I'm sure critter insights influenced it. Cave Hollow Press is a Missouri publisher of a (so far) bi-annual collection of Midwest writers. Though it doesn't circulate terribly far outside the Midwest, its first volume did earn mention in Ellen Datlow's "Year's Best Fantasy and Horror, 2003". } [Jan 2005]

• Michael Stone, who sold his short story, "Memory Bones" to Kopfhalter! magazine. {A resale of my first-ever published story! } [Jan 2005]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "My Brother's Keeper" to The Martian Wave. {Thanks to all who contributed critiques for this story. Though I could not incorporate everyone's suggestions, I was able to make valuable changes. I am very pleased with how it turned out. } [Jan 2005]

• Elizabeth Blue, whose short story, "Isabelle's Prince" is now out in the current issue of Hell Hath No Fury anthology. [Dec 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, whose short story, "Use It or Lose It" is now out in the current issue of CyberPulp Magazine. [Dec 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, who has won the NaNoWriMo award for her novel, "Child of the Forest". [Dec 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, whose short story, "The Creek" is now out in the current issue of Story Station. [Dec 2004]

• Patricia Kirby, who reports "My short story, "Salvation in a Plastic Bag," was a quarter-finalist in the 2004, 4th quarter Writers of the Future contest.". {This story will be available in the upcoming anthology, "Modern Magic: Tales of Dark Fantasy." Thanks Critters! } [Dec 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Cuhiya's Husband" to Cricket. [Dec 2004]

• Robert Goff, whose short story, "Rumors of Freedom" is now out in the current issue of The Copperfield Review (http://www.copperfieldreview.com). {This story is a chapter excerpt from his unpublished historical novel, St. Domingo, which explores the events surrounding the slave revolution on the island of St. Domingue (present-day Haiti). } [Dec 2004]

• Petra Ericson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Ashes to Ashes" is now out in the current issue of Abyss&Apex. [Dec 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Returning My Sister's Face" is now out in the current issue of Realms of Fantasy. [Dec 2004]

• Joy Remy, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Requiem for Sasha" to Nocturnal Ooze. {To those who Crittered this story, a warm and hearty thank you. Look for my byline in the January 2005 issue of Nocturnal Ooze, Joy Marchand. } [Dec 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Running on Two Legs" is now out in the current issue of The Third Alternative. {This originally went through the queue as "In the Voices of Innocents." } [Dec 2004]

• Nora Jemison (as N. K. Jemisin), whose (Critter'd) short story, "Too Many Yesterdays, Not Enough Tomorrows" is now out in the current issue of Ideomancer. [Dec 2004]

• Sherry Thompson, who has won the NaNoWriMo award for her novel, "Marooned". {This is a spin-off novel from my Crittered novel "Seabird" which has itself just acquired a literary agent, June Hegstrom of Sullivan Maxx. You will be seeing chapters of "Marooned" pretty soon now. (NOT yet Crittered. Sorry.) SherryT } [Dec 2004]

• Sherry Thompson, who has won the NaNoWriMo award for her (Critter'd) novel, "Marooned". {This is a spin-off novel from my Crittered novel "Seabird" which has itself just acquired a literary agent, June Hegstrom of Sullivan Maxx. You will be seeing chapters of "Marooned" pretty soon now. SherryT } [Dec 2004]

• Adam Banks, whose short story, "Deadline" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin Magazine. [Dec 2004]

• Daniel Arenson, whose short story, "Cyclops" is now out in the current issue of Alienskin Magazine. [Dec 2004]

• John Derderian, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Contractual Arrangement" to Leading Edge. {My first sale! Thanks to all Critters who reviewed this a couple of months ago, and those who reviewed it in its first incarnation about a year ago. You helped a lot! } [Dec 2004]

• Joy Remy, who sold her short story, "The Apprentice" to the Modern Magic Anthology. {This piece wasn't Crittered, but participating in Critters continues to be a valuable experience for me. I'd like to say thanks to all who've helped me hone my technique over the years. } [Dec 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "River Gnome Dance" to Hadrosaur Tales. {Hadrosaur Tales is changing their name to Tales of the Talisman in January next year, but it's the same magazine. Thanks to all the critters that gave me feedback on this story. } [Dec 2004]

• Brian D. Holland, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Beneath the Lids" is now out in the current issue of The New Camp Horror. [Dec 2004]

• Marie Sultana Robinson, who has won the NaNoWriMO award for her novel, "Filagree". {Winning NaNoWriMo doesn't take talent, or even good writing, it just means completing at least 50,000 words on a novel in November. I did that, and considering I didn't write for several years, because of grief and illness, it was a dazzling accomplishment. It also gives me the raw material to start writing and constructing in earnest. Whooo Hooo. Marie Sultana Robinson } [Dec 2004]

• Pam Lord, who sold her short story, "Jura the Wanderer" to ComStar. {Jura the Wanderer will be out in an anthology, tentatively titled, Tavern Tales toward the end of '05. Silly me submitted the story before I knew what the theme was, 'Challenges'. One phrase made the editor laugh so loud while she was reading in bed, that she woke up her hubby at 5 a.m. Nice to know I'm not a cure for insomnia but the phrase did have to go, too modern for the tale. } [Dec 2004]

• Sheila Crosby, who has won the NanoWriMo award for her novel, "Murder by Moonlight". { This is an annual event where participants try to write at least 50,000 words of a novel in the month of November. There is no quality requirement: you win if you produce enough words. It's the first year I've joined this. I've wanted to write this mainstream thiller for five years. I was sure I could never produce 50,000 words in a month, but I reasoned that I'd get a lot more done by trying than not. This is a great surprise. Although I'm nowhere near the end of the story, I'll have to go back to real life for a while. But I've proved something important to myself, and I've produced at least half of the first draft of somthing that I believe will eventually be publishable. Excuse me, I have an urgent appointment with a bottle of pink champagne and some Swiss chocolate. } [Nov 2004]

• Gerald Costlow, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Mercy" to Fantasque anthology. {The publication of the anthology has been delayed (the editor has a new baby in the family) but I hope to see the story in print soon. } [Nov 2004]

• Gerald Costlow, whose short story, "Master Kwang and the Hungry Ghost" is now out in the current issue of Flytrap . {This one was sold before I could run it through Critters, but the critiques and critiquing have definitely improved my writing. } [Nov 2004]

• Joseph Wise, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Detrie Furniture" is now out in the current issue of Anotherealm.com. [Nov 2004]

• Marguerite Lance, who sold her short story, "I Dream of Strawberries" to Scattered, Covered, Smothered. {As previously mentioned in last week's "woohoo's", the anthology isn't strictly speculative fiction per se, but does have that flavor. Though my contribution to the book didn't go through Critters, the experience of critiquing others' work and having my own critiqued has helped a lot. } [Nov 2004]

• Robert J. Santa, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "And a Sprig of Rosemary" to Scattered, Covered, Smothered Anthology. {Fellow critter N. K. Jemisin has her outstanding piece "L'Alchemista" also included in this book. It is one of the best stories I've ever seen in Critters. The antho is due by Christmas, and I highly recommend getting a copy for Nora's story (mine, too, I guess). } [Nov 2004]

• Suzanne Church, who reports "I'm going to Clarion South". {It's official! From Jan 2 to Feb 11 I will be in Brisbane, Australia attending Clarion South. I'm already packing a Canadian survival kit, and I'm dying to see the southern constellations. For those of you who post a story during those six weeks, I apologize in advance for not having a look. } [Nov 2004]

• Pam Davis, who sold her short story, "The Gift of a Rose" to AlienSkin Magazine. {While "The Gift of a Rose" was not run through the critter line, the things I've learned from you critters certainly helped me shape the story. I thank you all. The fantasy story will appear in the February/March 2005 issue of AlienSkin Magazine in honor of Valentine's Day. I'm publishing under the name Pam L. Wallace. } [Nov 2004]

• Danny Adams, who sold his poem, "Project Icarus Goes Down" to Scifaikuest. [Nov 2004]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Prayer for a Dead Paramecium" to Analog. {Yet again, thanks to all the helpful Critters who helped me improve the story, and to ABurt for Critters itself. } [Nov 2004]

• john khan variba, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Lessons Learned" to SkiveMagazine.com. [Nov 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, whose (Critter'd) short story, "These Cold Depths of Space" is now out in the current issue of Fables Magazine in their Autumn Edition which is now online. . [Nov 2004]

• Walker Bennett, whose (Critter'd) novel, "In The Beginning" is now out from Little Lemur Publishing Company. {My RFDR'd novel is finally in print from Little Lemur Publishing in Europe. My deepest appreciation to those of you who took the time and energy to help on this effort. You have each been mentioned in the acknowledgements. It's currently featured on the front page of their site at http://www.littlelemur.com/index.html } [Nov 2004]

• Shelia Crosby, whose short story, "The Dodo Dragon" is now out in the current issue of Adbusters. {I've wanted to get in here for a long time. } [Nov 2004]

• Pam Davis, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "A Minstrel's Choice" to Amazing Journeys Magazine. {This will be published using the byline Pam Wallace. Thanks to all you critters for your helpful crits and advice! } [Nov 2004]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "It's in the Stars" to The Fifth Dimension. {"It's in the Stars" was recently accepted for publication in The Fifth Dimension, Dec. 2004 edition online. That's three short stories published online in a little over three months. Reading/critiquing other Critter's work and receiving Critter critiques on more of my stories has really helped my writing. } [Nov 2004]

• Nora Jemison (as N. K. Jemisin), who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "L'Alchimista" to the Scattered, Covered, Smothered anthology from Two Cranes Press. {This anthology isn't wholly speculative fiction (it's for "food fiction"), but it's supposed to feature some stories by pro SF authors, and Two Cranes is run by a pair of Clarion grads so it definitely has an SF "flavor" (get it??? =P). This is a story which got the most Crits of any manuscript I've ever posted here, so thanks to the many people who helped me make this sale! Details about the anth are here: http://www.jasonlundberg.net/twocranes/scs.html . } [Nov 2004]

• Jonathan Ruland, who sold his short story, "Song of Triton" to Nova SF. [Nov 2004]

• Madge E Miller, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Don't Call It 'Frisco" to Whispering Spirits. [Nov 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Ripples" to Dark Discoveries Magazine. [Nov 2004]

• Jim C. Hines, whose novel, "GoblinQuest" is now out from Five Star. {I'm very happy about this one. It's probbaly the most fun thing I've ever written. Excerpt and info at http://www.goblinquest.com. } [Nov 2004]

• J.J.S. Boyce, who sold his short story, "In the Beginning" to "Travel a Time Historic" anthology. [Nov 2004]

• Robert J. Santa, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Tiniest Dragonslayer" is now out in the current issue of The Spectravaganza. {This is the first place winner of Ralan Conley's 2004 Grabber Contest judged by Piers Anthony. Thank you again to the fellow critters that helped tighten up this piece. It can be seen at www.spectravaganza.com } [Nov 2004]

• Robert J. Santa, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Princess Lily's Wedding" is now out in the current issue of The Spectravaganza. {This is the second place winner of Ralan Conley's 2004 Grabber Contest judged by Piers Anthony. Check out Catherine Marche's outstandingly whimsical illustrations that accompany this piece. www.spectravaganza.com } [Nov 2004]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Lonesome Cosmogonist" to Challenging Destiny. [Oct 2004]

• David A. Olson, who sold his short story, "Tower Over Madison" to Quantum Muse. [Oct 2004]

• Crystal Warren, whose poem, "Bodies of Glass" is now out in the current issue of Aerial Publishing. [Oct 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Perfidious Beauty" to Embark to Madness anthology. {This story originally went through the queue titled "Beastly Beauty." } [Oct 2004]

• Richard S. Levine, who has won the Quarterfinalist Writer's of the Future 3rd qrtr 2004 award for his (Critter'd) short story, "My Brother's Keeper". {"My Brother's Keeper" was recently accepted for publication in The Martian Wave, Jan. 2005 edition online. Thanks to all who gave me great feedback on this story back in May. } [Oct 2004]

• Richard S. Levine, whose short story, "My Life's a Dream" is now out in the current issue of Penumbric Speculative Fiction. {"My Life's a Dream" in Penumbric Speculative Fiction can be currently found in the October issue at http://www.neomythos.com/penumbric/dream.shtml } [Oct 2004]

• Nora Jemison, who reports "I won the Speculative Literature Foundation's Travel Grant for 2004!". {The grant gives me $600 toward travel, which I'm going to use to research my next fantasy novel. The grant application requires a fiction sample, for which I submitted a Crittered fantasy short story called "L'Alchimista". The judges made it clear that this sample was a key factor in me winning the grant. See the press release here in Mary Anne Mohanraj's blog: http://www.mamohanraj.com/journal/show-entry.php?Entry_ID=2195 . Many thanks to those who Critted my story, and extra thanks to those who support the SLF! } [Oct 2004]

• Christine Norris, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "The Talisman of Zandria" to LBF Books. {This YA book went through the Critters queue earlier this year. It's not really official yet, I haven't signed anything, but the offer has been made. I really have Critters to thank for this. All of the Critters who read individual chapters gave me not only critique but encouragement that the story was actually good. And the one Critter who helped me with the whole book - your input was invaluable, not only for this work, but others as well. I was so happy to see that you had sold something yourself not too long ago. Look to see the book on the shelves in about a year! } [Oct 2004]

• Andrew Zimmerman Jones, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Abraham Lincoln's Children" to ChimeraWorld #2. [Oct 2004]

• Rick Darr, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Fun and Games" is now out in the current issue of Cyber-Pulp's Halloween 3.0 Anthology . {This story was Crittered under the title of "Satan's Lair". Thanks to everyone that sent me input on it. } [Oct 2004]

• Andrew Zimmerman Jones, who sold his short story, "The Secret of King Kong Mountain" to KidVisions. [Oct 2004]

• Andrew Zimmerman Jones, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Ascension" is now out in the current issue of Cyber-Pulp's Halloween Anthology 3.0. [Oct 2004]

• Alissa Grosso, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Commercialism" is now out in the current issue of Planet Magazine (http://www.planetmag.com/pm42/pm42cont.html). {I accidentally found out Planet Mag had published this story while surfing the internet one day. I had sent this out awhile ago and changed email addresses in the interim. It's been a pretty rough year for me, but this was a nice little ray of light to brighten my mood. } [Oct 2004]

• Joy Remy, who sold her short story, "The Sympathy of Five"" to The Elastic Book of Numbers. {This story was sold before it could percolate to the top of the queue, but I'd like to credit Critters for contributing to the improvement of my writing. Thanks to all! } [Oct 2004]

• Patricia Kirby, who sold her short story, "Salvation in a Plastic Bag" to Modern Magic: Dark Tales of Fantasy anthology. {This story was not crittered, but two related (same characters) short stories and a novel did benefit from running the Critter gauntlet. Thanks Critters! } [Oct 2004]

• Christopher Russo, who sold his short story, "Little Miss Seven Fingers" to Twilight Times. {This is my first sale! It should be online at www.twilighttimes.com on October 20th. While I didn't have the story Critter'd, it's significant that I didn't make a sale until after I became a member. Coincidence? I think not! } [Oct 2004]

• Lori Phillips, whose short story, "Jasmine, Sage, Lavender, and ..." is now out in the current issue of Sam's Dot Publishing, in The Drabbler. {The drabble is published under my pseudonym, Alexa Grave, and even though it's small, I'm thrilled to see some of my writing in print. } [Oct 2004]

• Teresa Thorne, who has won the Honorable Mention for SideWrite Contest award for her (Critter'd) screenplay, "Crux Point". {Many thanks to all those wonderful critters who helped polish this. It was very exciting for me. "Big Fish" writer was a judge and said he really enjoyed it. : ) } [Oct 2004]

• Irene Schaft, who sold her short story, "Father's Passing" to Atriad Press. {This story is being published under my pen name, Sybil Simon. Although the story was not crittered, I feel the invaluable help I've received from this group was a big reason this story was sold. } [Oct 2004]

• David DeGraff, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Long Sarange Race" to Penumbric. {It went through the queue years ago, and finally found a home. } [Oct 2004]

• Michelle Scott, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Opponents" is now out in the current issue of Wondrous Web Worlds vol. 4. [Oct 2004]

• Anne Stickel, who has won the Santa Cruz Fair 2nd place in rhyme & meter award for her poem, "Star Soup". {"Star Soup" is a kind of SF poem intended to appeal to the young and young at heart. It is posted in the Deep Magic Forum. "El Deseo" ("The Wish") received 3rd place for Spanish poem. "Miles of Smiles" received an honorable mention for Fair Theme. Ribbons were awarded, along with checks for the 2nd & 3rd place poems (9.22.2004). } [Oct 2004]

• Anne Stickel, who reports "continued publication in Deep Magic". {More of my flash-fiction writing challenges have appeared in Deep Magic, starting in December 2003. They include "Seeking Steven" (12.003), "Apotheosis" (4.004), "Vea and Vahoc" (7.004), "So There, Too!" (8.004), "Bioptic" (9.004), "The Order of Fang and Claw" (10.004). DM has also published my reviews of NIGHT LANDS - V.1, TALES OF THE DERVISHES, THRONE PRICE, and THE TAKING. My young children's short story, "Grace in the Green," was published there in August 2004. I am a volunteer proofreader for the magazine. "The Lost Colony of Arob Arot" (11.003) will be in their 2nd anthology. } [Oct 2004]

• Anne Stickel, whose short story, "Afraid of the Dark" is now out in the current issue of The Pedestal. {Although The Pedestal is normally a paying market, contributors to the special (Oct.5-Nov.5) political issue were not paid. My story is SF addressing the world (and off-world) scene in the not-too-distant future. } [Oct 2004]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, whose poem, "Jupiter's Eye, a collection of speculative poetry" is now out in the current issue of Samsdotpublishing.com. [Oct 2004]

• Eyal Teler, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Possibilities" is now out in the current issue of Fictionwise. {The story appeared in the July 2003 issue of F&SF, and is now up at Fictionwise, which makes me very happy. } [Oct 2004]

• Adam Banks, whose short story, "Mindbot" is now out in the current issue of The Martian Wave. {Do read and vote at: http://www.samsdotpublishing.com/tmw/main.htm . Thanks. } [Oct 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Of Two Minds in Lanais" is now out in the current issue of Leading Edge (issue #48, Oct. 2004). [Oct 2004]

• Hazel Ong, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Stolen Children" is now out in the current issue of SDO Fantasy. {This was sent through the queue as "The House of Iris Madden".Thanks to all who commented on this piece. } [Oct 2004]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Much Ado about Newton" to Analog. {This was crittered under the title, 'Legal Action at a Distance'. It is a very short (700 word or so) 'Probability Zero' story, for which I'm getting paid a whopping, $40. Still, I'm quite proud of the story as it has perhaps the worst pun I've ever committed to print. Thanks to the Critters who helped me improve it. } [Oct 2004]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sacred Skin" to Cold Glass Pain anthology (working title). {This story was crittered three times before I got it right. It originally appeared at bloodlust-uk.com in March 2004, so I'm pretty pleased to be reporting my first reprint. Thanks everyone for the invaluable help with this and other stories. } [Oct 2004]

• Mark Carter, who has won the quarter-finalist in the Writers of the Future award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Freedom's Children". [Sep 2004]

• Suzanne Church, who reports "My crittered short story "Ode to Invisibility" was a quarter finalist for Q3 at Writers of the Future". {I submitted the story to WOTF before I posted it to critters. The story is much stronger now, thanks to all of the great input I received. Here's hoping the next Woohoo will be for a sale. } [Sep 2004]

• Suzanne Church, who sold her short story, "Grey Love" to ChimeraWorld #2. {This story wasn't crittered, but I've learned so much from so many of you, that I wanted to share my great news. Thanks so much for all of your input. } [Sep 2004]

• Suzanne Church, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Wind and the Sky" to Neo-opsis. {This was one of the first stories I posted to critters (back in 2002). I'm pleased that it finally found a great home. } [Sep 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, whose (Critter'd) short story, "An Angel's Touch" is now out in the current issue of Dan River Anthology 2005. [Sep 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Addiction" to "Balance" Anthology by Scarstv Press. [Sep 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, who sold his short story, "Daddy Didn't Go Away" to Nocturnal Ooze. [Sep 2004]

• John Derderian, who reports "My Crittered short story "Starbucks Must Die" was a quarter finalist in the latest L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest.". {I misreported this story as a finalist in the last quarter. } [Jul 2004]

• Mike Loos, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Deletion" is now out in the current issue of Deep Magic. {Thanks to everyone who provided comments. } [Oct 2004]

• Michele Korri, who has won the AlienSkin Magazine Title Contest award for her short story, "Touch Me Not". {This flash story will appear in AlienSkin October 15. } [Oct 2004]

• Robert J. Santa, who has won the Ralan Conley's Grabber Contest Second Place award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Princess Lily's Wedding". [Sep 2004]

• Robert J. Santa, who has won the Ralan Conley's Grabber Contest First Place award for his (Critter'd) short story, "The Tiniest Dragonslayer". {This contest was judged blind by Piers Anthony. Results are posted at Ralan's site, and manuscripts will be online at the end of October. Thank you to everyone who helped me tighten up this piece. } [Sep 2004]

• Roy Williamson, who sold his short story, "We Love the Way You Move" to Crossroads Magic. {My second flash sale. It'll be up in January. } [Sep 2004]

• Joy Remy, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Sleep Sweetly, Junie Carter" is now out in the current issue of Writers of the Future, Volume XX. {And I just received an individual mention for "Junie" in Publishers Weekly, announced here: www.writersofthefuture.com/wotf_herald10.htm in the Writers of the Future Herald. Thanks to everyone who helped make "Junie" a better story. } [Sep 2004]

• Philip Lees, who reports "The Write in Crete workshop syllabus is now available for download". {Just a reminder that there are still places available for the May 2005 Write in Crete workshop. The preliminary syllabus is now available for download from the home page. If you're interested, visit: http://www.write-in-crete.com/ Philip Lees } [Sep 2004]

• Mike Rimar, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Heraldry" to Travel a Time Historic anthology. {This one was in my 'completed manuscripts' file for a while, but for some reason I never submitted it. It was crittered a looonnnggg time ago, but thanks to those who did. } [Sep 2004]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Secret" to Scorched Wings. [Sep 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Sub-Genre Spotlight: Cyberpunk" to Internet Review of Science Fiction . {This is a sale of a non-fiction article, not a short story, but I'm stoked about it! } [Sep 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Body and Soul Art" is now out in the current issue of Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. [Sep 2004]

• Steven Pirie, whose novel, "Digging up Donald" is now out from Immanion Press. {Please may I announce that my novel �Digging up Donald� has now been published by Storm Constantine�s Immanion Press. Full details may be found by visiting my website at http://www.stevenpirie.com . Thanks to all Critters who�ve helped me hone my craft over the years, both in critiquing my writing and allowing me to dissect yours. It�s most appreciated. } [Sep 2004]

• Pam Lord, who sold her short story, "Blind Boys of Bogen's Run" to Nocturnal Ooze. {Over the years, being critiqued and doing critiques has improved my writing a great deal. Thanks to all the Critters who have the need to write as much as they need to breathe. } [Sep 2004]

• Pam Lord, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Suits" to Atsoise. {Thanks to the readers and the writers in Critters who entertain and educate. } [Sep 2004]

• Richard Jones, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Mismatched Monster" is now out in the current issue of Aoife's Kiss. {Thanks for all your help, Critters. This was one of my favorite stories and ya'll helped make it better. You can read my story at http://www.samsdotpublishing.com/aoife/JonesMismatchedMonster.htm and, if you want (and I would love you to do it) vote for it as best story at http://www.samsdotpublishing.com/aoife/JonesMismatchedMonster.htm } [Sep 2004]

• Richard Jones, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Big Move" to Chaos Theory: Tales Askew. {Thanks for all the Critters who helped me out with this story. You can read it by going to Chaos Theory: Tales Askew at http://genspace.com/ctta/ } [Sep 2004]

• Hank Quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Mead Cup" to Travel a time historic anthology. [Sep 2004]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "Flesh and Smoke" to Kenoma. [Sep 2004]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Take it Back" is now out in the current issue of The Fifth Di. [Sep 2004]

• Jeff Appleton, whose (Critter'd) short story, "It Only Stings a Little" is now out in the current issue of theharrow.com. [Sep 2004]

• Russell Miles, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Red Shift days" is now out in the current issue of Albedo One. {I wanted to let you know (and my fellow critters) that a tale of mine "Red Shift days" is scheduled to be published in the next edition of "Albedo One." I feel no small credit to my fellow critters who offered much help with this problematic tale. } [Sep 2004]

• Mik Bennett, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Eyes of the Hunter" to Shadowed Realms. [Sep 2004]

• Mik Bennett, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Conversion" to Dark Energy. [Sep 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Souls of Living Wood" to Modern Magic anthology. [Sep 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Returning My Sister's Face" to Realms of Fantasy. [Sep 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Storyteller's Wife" to Realms of Fantasy. [Sep 2004]

• Don L. Smith, whose short story, "Following TIM's Advice" is now out in the current issue of Quantum Barbarian. [Sep 2004]

• Tim Hammack, who sold his short story, "Lt. Doyocho and the Abominable Snow Lady" to Alienskin, October/November 2004 issue.. [Sep 2004]

• Michelle Scott, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The True Nature of Fire" is now out in the current issue of Tales of the Unanticipated. [Sep 2004]

• Michele Korri, who sold her short story, "Ananta" to AlienSkin Magazine. {Although this story was never put through the queue, my writing skiils have definitely improved because of Critters and helped make this first sale of a short story possible. Thanks again to all who have taken time to read and consider my work. } [Aug 2004]

• Dena M. Martin, who sold her short story, "The Lake at Cedar Grove" to Sinisteria. [Aug 2004]

• David A. Olson, who sold his poem, "Can't Stop" to KidVisions. {One of the better poems I've written, I think. Not a huge sale like some of you guys/gals but still a sale. } [Aug 2004]

• Abby Rustad, who sold her short story, "Masterpieces in Bronze" to Nocturnal Ooze. {The story is my first fiction sale and is scheduled for the September issue of the e-zine. :-) I've learned a lot from being part of Critters! } [Aug 2004]

• David A Maisel, who reports "Scientifiction is now online.". {Scientifiction is now online and accepting submissions for the first issue in October. You can find the magazine and guidelines at http://www.scientifiction.net } [Aug 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Body and Soul Art" is now out in the current issue of Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. [Aug 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Li T'ien and the Demon Nian" to Cricket. [Aug 2004]

• Carl Alves, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Walk in the Park" to Crossroads Magic. {Thanks to everyone who crittered the story and help transform it into something that was much better than the original. } [Aug 2004]

• Toni Stauffer, who sold her short story, "Harvest Time" to Cyber-Pulp's Halloween Anthology 3.0. [Aug 2004]

• Toni Stauffer, who sold her short story, "three flash stories" to Small Bites horror anthology. [Aug 2004]

• Hank Quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Rogue Wizard" to Cyberpulp. [Aug 2004]

• Alan Yee, whose short story, "A Cry in the Night" is now out in the current issue of CrossTIME Science Fiction Anthology, Vol. III. {"A Cry in the Night" won publication for winning an honorable mention (5th-as high as 15th) in the 2003/2004 Paul B. Duquette Memorial Short Science Fiction Contest, sponsored by the Crossquarter Publishing Group. } [Aug 2004]

• Jennifer Macaire, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Virtual Murder" is now out from Loose -Id (www.loose-id.com). {This book was first published by Novel Books, and is now available at Loose-Id. It was also finalist for the 2004 EPPIE in Science fiction! } [Aug 2004]

• Tracy Berg, whose short story, "The Crown A Sand Castle Just Right" is now out in the current issue of Talebones. [Aug 2004]

• David A. Olson, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Rat Poison" to Crossroads Magic. {This story went through critters as "Owls of Glacier," and then critique circle as "Typo." Now it's "Rat Poison," and I want to thank everyone who made it possible to make this story publishable. Thank you! } [Aug 2004]

• Eric Marin, who sold his poem, "words fail" to Abyss & Apex. [Aug 2004]

• J.M. Helfrich, whose short story, "The Whitefish of Halifax Harbour" is now out in the current issue of Storyteller Magazine. {"Whitefish" won second prize in Storyteller Magazine's Great Canadian Story Contest. Although this piece wasn't crittered, the input I received for other crittered stories helped me polish this one. Thanks critters... } [Aug 2004]

• J.M. Helfrich, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Groupthink" to Storyteller Magazine. {Thanks you, critters, for your invaluable crits. } [Aug 2004]

• Liam Rands, who sold his short story, "Pleasing The Gods" to ATSOISE. [Aug 2004]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her short story, "The Dodo Dragon" to Adbusters. {This is easily the biggest sale of my career so far. They pay 50 cents Canadian per word! The only } [Aug 2004]

• Teresa Thorne, who has won the a finalist in the Sidewalk Festival's SideWrite Contest award for her (Critter'd) screenplay, "Crux Point". {A big thank you to all the wonderful critters who braved a screenplay format and helped improve this. The winner will be announced in September, but I am tickled pink to be a finalist. Thanks! } [Aug 2004]

• Doc Finch, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Bogy Man" to AlienSkin. {"Bogy Man", one of my Fergus Finnigan shorts that was crittered into better shape, is currently up on Alienskinmag.com. Through August it'll be there. Thanks for the sometimes painful, but usually correct, comments. -doc Finch } [Aug 2004]

• John Teehan, who sold his short story, "Servez l'Homme" to SMALL BITES. {Actually, "Servez l'Homme" is made up of three stories all set in the same French restaurant. The individual stories are entitled "Le Zombie," "L'Homard G�ant," and "Maitre Loup." } [Aug 2004]

• Lucy Cohen Schmeidler, who has won the 2nd place for the Rhysling award for her poem, "'Observe the Month of Spring'". {My poem won second place in the short poem category for 2003, the first year that I decided to work seriously on submitting my poetry and establishing myself as a SF/F poet! I was astounded to have the poem nominated at all, and I've been having such a hectic time in my personal life that I even forgot to vote for the Rhysling! } [Aug 2004]

• Eric Marin, who sold his short story, "An Elevator Too Far" to Neverary. [Aug 2004]

• Eric Marin, who sold his poem, "winter world" to Star*Line. [Aug 2004]

• Brian Clarke, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Emmigrants" to Canadian Mag. {I sent a short story to a Canadian mag - the address of which was given to the group - and they said they would buy it for the princely sum of ten dollars Canadian. Hooray I thought. Unfortunately, being one of those poor sods who trail disaster in their wake, I think the mag has gone under. Which is typical for me. Walking up off the beach I found a two pound coin. Great thinks I, that evening I was told the retina is detaching in my left eye. So, find a couple of quid in the morning and get handed the black spot in the evening. Par for the course. Groans, Brian } [Aug 2004]

• Dave Freer, who sold his short story, "Red Fiddler" to Techno Books. [Jul 2004]

• Eric Marin, who reports "The August issue of LONE STAR STORIES is now online at http://literary.erictmarin.com/current.htm.". {This issue contains stories by Jay Lake, Mikal Trimm, and Steven Utley, as well as poems by Samantha Henderson, Mikal Trimm, and Steven Utley. Enjoy! } [Jul 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Of Two Minds in Lanais" to Leading Edge. [Jul 2004]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Scaffold" to On Spec. {This was the first story I put through the queue when I joined Critters back in December 2001. I remember being overwhelmed by the sheer volume of comments I received, and the way they ranged from the highly acute to the frankly absurd. Nevertheless I did redraft the story based on the more helpful criticism, and it has now finally sold. I remain grateful to all the Critters who have given me feedback over the years, and to Andrew Burt for maintaining this fine site. } [Jul 2004]

• Michael Andre-Driussi, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Fenris Unfettered on Mars" to F/SF II anthology (edited by David Bain). {Thanks to Bryn Sparks, Andy Miller, and Nora Mulligan for critting this sf novella! } [Jul 2004]

• Eric Marin, who sold his short story, "The God of the Goblins" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Jul 2004]

• M. H. Bonham, who sold her short story, "Darkness Over All" to Small Bites Anthology. [Jul 2004]

• Gerald Costlow, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Mercy" to Fantasque. {Thanks to the many Critters who gave much needed advice on fine-tuning this piece! } [Jul 2004]

• David A. Olson, who sold his short story, "Candle Wax" to The Drabbler. {This is put out by Sam's Dot Publishing. They also bought another drabble entitled "Triple Candle", but I didn't want to take up two slots here. } [Jul 2004]

• T.J. Starbuck, who has won the MISFITS Scott Imes award for her short story, "Brown Flowers". {My 2nd WooHoo of the year! It's obvious that the quality of my work has increased since joining Critters. Thanks everyone! } [Jul 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who reports "My article, Using Medieval Hamlets, Villages, and Cities as Story Settings is coming out in this August's edition of the Internet Reivew of Science Fiction Magazine. ". [Jul 2004]

• Roy Williamson, who sold his short story, "Close to the End" to Alienskin. {While this piece did not go through Critters, I'm sure its chances were made so much greater by what I have learned from you all. Thanks! } [Jul 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Running on Two Legs" to The Third Alternative. {This story went through the queue titled "In the Voices of Innocents." Many thanks to critter Rena Hawkins for the new title suggestion! } [Jul 2004]

• Derek Robinson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "People in the House" is now out in the current issue of The Dark Krypt. {This was crittered in mid-2000 under the title "House Furniture". Thanks to all of you who provided helpful feedback! } [Jul 2004]

• Peter Krausche, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "The Traveler, Book One" to VMI Publishers. {Thanks to all the critters that helped to make this novel what it has become :-). I am now working on the second book and hope to be sending it through the grinder again sometime soon. } [Jul 2004]

• Philip Lees, whose short story, "Zen and the Art of Computer Programming" is now out in the current issue of Oceans of the Mind. [Jul 2004]

• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Best In Show" to Oceans Of The Mind. {This story should appear in the Fall 2004 mysteries issue. It is a sequel to "Demonstration Day", which appeared in the Fall 2003 mysteries issue. } [Jul 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Second Daughter (reprint)" to Story Station. {This is the second reprint sale of this story, making it the third total sale of it. Sweet! } [Jul 2004]

• Maggie Bonham, who sold her novel, "Prophesy of Swords" to Yard Dog Press. [Jul 2004]

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• Ian Creasey, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Reality 2.0" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. {This story was originally accepted by another magazine which then failed to appear, forcing me to shop the story round again. I am now pleased to have placed it with a magazine with a record of reliable publication! This will be my second appearance in Andromeda Spaceways, following "Night Shift on the Support Line" in issue 8. } [Jul 2004]

• Philip Lees, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Fast Freddie and the Pilot from Mars" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin (http://www.alienskinmag.com/). {I ran this story through Critters in 1999, so you can see I'm following Heinlein's dictum ("You must keep it on the market until sold"). I'm very pleased to have found a home for Freddie. Thanks to all Critters for helping me with this and other stories over the years. } [Jul 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose short story, "Inside the Witch's Oven" is now out in the current issue of Abyss & Apex. [Jun 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his poem, "Midlife Crisis" to International Library of Poetry. [Jun 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Shiva, Mama Doc, and the Quantum Computer" to the short list for Andromeda Spaceways. [Jun 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who reports "I placed for the third consecutive time in the quarter finals of the L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest". [Jun 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his short story, "A Confederate Yankee in Annabelle's Court" to Arabella Romance Magazine. [Jun 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose short story, "Visiting Day (excerpt)" is now out in the current issue of Eggplant Literary Productions Library. [Jun 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The King of Rabbits and Moon Lake" to Cricket. [Jun 2004]

• David A. Olson, who sold his poem, "Computerized, Programmed Poet" to Scifaikuest - Print edition. {My fourth poetry sale to this market! } [Jun 2004]

• F.I. Goldhaber, who reports "that her (Critter'd) short story "Rebellion" placed in the Writers of the Future Contest quarterfinals (January 1 - March 31, 2004 quarter)". [Jun 2004]

• Scott Baker, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Chasers (Crittered under the title The Drifters)" to Triangulation, an anthology.. [Jun 2004]

• Mary Catelli, whose short story, "The Witching Hour" is now out in the current issue of Fantastic (Summer 2004). [Jun 2004]

• Philip Lees, who sold his short story, "Zen and the Art of Computer Programming" to Oceans of the Mind. {Although this story never passed through the Critters queue itself, it undoubtedly benefited from the astute criticisms I have received from critters for other stories of mine over the years. Thank you all. } [Jun 2004]

• Gerald Costlow, who sold his short story, "Master Kwang and the Hungry Ghost " to Flytrap magazine. [Jun 2004]

• David A. Olson, who sold his short story, "Virtual Vision" to Alien Skin. {This wasn't crittered, but it is only because of critters that it was good enough to publish. Thanks! It's my first fiction sale. } [Jun 2004]

• Virginia LoMonaco, who sold her short story, "Hearts and Diamonds" to Futures Mysterious Anthology Magazine, April/May/June, 2004 issue. {This is not a SF/H/F story, but the magazine does print SF/H/F stories every month. You can get Futures Mysterious Anthology Magazine at Borders, Barnes and Nobel, and some other independent bookstores. } [Apr 2004]

• Jeff Spock, who reports "I was accepted to Clarion West workshop for 2004, and am now nervous and excited to equal degrees". [Apr 2004]

• Candy Tutt, who has won the Sacramento Publishers & Authors Best Fantasy Book award for her short story, "Ten Dragon Tails short story collection". {Fantasy fans and dragon lovers can visit my website, www.tendragontails.com, for additional lore! :oD } [Apr 2004]

• Janice Clark, who sold her poem, "Foggy Morning," "Enticement," "Rubies and Pearls" to Westwind. {Westwind (the NWSF magazine) bought three poems. This is my first poetry sale. } [Apr 2004]

• David L. Burkhead, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Her World Exploded" to Analog Science Fiction & Fact. [Jun 2004]

• Sheila Crosby, whose short story, "Conan the Librarian" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin. {It's at http://www.alienskinmag.com/fflashfiction.htm and it got top billing! } [Jun 2004]

• Carl Alves, who sold his short story, "Let Us Prey" to Nevermore magazine. [Jun 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "An Angel's Touch" to The Dan River Anthology 2005. {The Anthology will be out in late fall this year. It may or may not make it to the bookshelves of you local bookstores. I'm hoping it does. If you don't see it, ask for it! :) } [Jun 2004]

• Fredrick Obermeyer, whose short story, "The Crime Placers" is now out in the current issue of Neverary. [Jun 2004]

• Jennifer Macaire, whose novel, "The Secret of Shabaz" is now out from Medallion Press. {The Secret of Shabaz is a fantasy for all ages, and it will be featured on the cover of the Romantic Times July issue. (this month) Coming August 2004 Available for pre-order everywhere books are sold! } [May 2004]

• Philip Lees, who reports "I'm organising a writers' workshop in Crete in spring 2005.". {I thought this might be of interest to Critters. As I live in a place where I'm rather isolated from other writers (apart from e-mail: thanks be to the Internet!), I'm organising a writers' workshop here approximately one year from now: http://www.write-in-crete.com Let me say that, although this is obviously and necessarily a commercial venture, I'm not looking to make a profit from it myself. The benefit I'm seeking is in terms of making personal contact with other writers. So please pass the word around anywhere you think is appropriate. } [May 2004]

• Josh Wagner, who sold his novel, "The Adventures of the Imagination of Periphery Stowe" to BAM Publications, Etc.. [May 2004]

• Janice Clark, who sold her short story, "Little Bunny's Breakfast" to Ladybug. {A very short children's story, but my first short story sale. } [May 2004]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "This Little World" to Analog. {Once more I'm in debt to Aburt, Critters, and the wonderful critter-people who, by their critiques, so improved the story. } [May 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, who reports "I've been interviewed by Night Allusions". {You can read the interview here: http://www.nightallusions.cjb.net/. (You have to scroll down to the last topic and click on The Big Desk.) } [May 2004]

• T.A. Von Reiman, who reports "Writer's Nook and Reader's Corner". {I have recently started a new E-Zine and the address is http:\\www.tavonreiman.net\. This is a free monthly publication and I am looking for writer's opinions, interviews, short stories, poems and reviews. It has just been started but it is designed to bring writers and readers together. Writers can post their up coming publications, give an interview and post on the bullentin board. Readers will find a variety of material on this site and hopefully return often. So please stop in and give me your opinions.:) } [May 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, who reports "I'm doing a reading". {I will be doing a reading/signing at this year's Horrorfind Convention in August! I'm realy excited to be included on the schedule. } [May 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, who sold his short story, "An Impatient Killer" to Flash Fantastic. [May 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, who sold his short story, "Meribelle's Roses" to Flash Fantastic. {These two flash fiction pieces should be out sometime in December. } [May 2004]

• Carl Frederick, who reports "Analog Analytical Laboratory 4th & 5th place". {Two of my Crittered stories (The Spacemice Incident, The Study of Ants) which appeared in Analog, placed in the top five of the Analog readers poll in the short-story category. The results are in the July/Aug Analog. } [May 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Body and Soul Art" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. [May 2004]

• James Sneddon, whose (Critter'd) novel, "The Tolltaker" is now out from Five Star Press. {'The Tolltaker', crittered by Harlen Bayha, is due out June 10th. Thanks Critters! } [May 2004]

• Carl Alves, who sold his short story, "Pounds Off" to Scorched Wings. {This is my first short story to be published. My writing has definitely improved since I have been in the Critters Workgroup. } [May 2004]

• David A. Olson, who sold his poem, "They Come For Us" to Neverary. {Fifth Poetry Sale this year - That's something! } [May 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Inside the Witch's Oven" to Abyss & Apex. [May 2004]

• Boris Layupan, who reports "I've been accepted to both the Clarion 2004 workshop and editor Dean Wesley Smith's Two Week Master Class. I was hoping to go to either. Being accepted by both blows my mind. My summer and fall will be eventful to say the least.". [May 2004]

• Sheila Crosby, who sold her short story, "Conan the Librarian" to Alien Skin. {It'll be up in June. } [May 2004]

• David A. Olson, who sold his poem, "Ice and Fire" to AlienSkin. {This is my fourth poetry sale. You'd never know it from my bio (with no story sales to my name), but I actually think of myself as more of a prose writer. } [May 2004]

• Scott Fazekas, who sold his short story, "His Stuff of Life" to Nocturnal Ooze, June edition. [May 2004]

• Michelle Scott, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Saint NIC" is now out in the current issue of Nova SF. [May 2004]

• John Heeder, who sold his (Critter'd) novel, "Judgment Day" to Five Star (Tekno Books). [May 2004]

• George O'Gorman, who sold his short story, "No Toys" to Alienskin. [May 2004]

• Nora Jemison (as N.K. Jemisin), who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Too Many Yesterdays, Not Enough Tomorrows" to Ideomancer. {Many thanks to the Critters who helped me get this story ready to become my first paid sale! } [May 2004]

• Roger A. Jurack, who sold his short story, "Artificial Horizon" to Twilight Times . {This is a contract for reprint of Artificial Horizon, which was first published by Alien Skin magazine in 2003. } [Feb 2004]

• Abby Goldsmith, whose short story, "A Taste of Time" is now out in the current issue of Deep Magic. {Deep Magic is a high quality e-zine. I was especially happy to see my story next to an article by Terry Brooks! } [May 2004]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Only a Dream" to Midnight Street. [Apr 2004]

• T.J. Starbuck, who sold her short story, "Expressed Service" to Gateway Magazine. {This is my first sale. I am thankful to Critters and the professionalism of the editor at Gateway magazine. Even though the editor "didn't particularly like the tenor" of my story, in his words he was "forced to recognize the high quality of your writing". I know this is due to my time spent with Critters. Thanks!!! } [Apr 2004]

• Scott Fazekas, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Family Tree" to AlienSkin. [Apr 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Cross to Bear" to The Lamp Post. {The story should be out sometime at the end of the year. } [Apr 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Gentleman's Agreement" is now out in the current issue of Dark Moon Rising. {This is my fifth story with Dark Moon Rising. They have been very good to me, so check out their website. } [Apr 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "These Cold Depths of Space" to Fables Magazine, Autumn Edition. [Apr 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Ascendancy of Blood" is now out in the current issue of Scrybe Press. [Apr 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "The Tax Collector's Cow" to Cricket. {This story was accepted for publication in either Spider or Cricket (they're published by the same people), "depending on which magazine can place the story first." } [Apr 2004]

• Kevin Maclean, who has won the Sir Julius Vogel award for his short story, "A Plea for Help". {The story tied for first place in the "Short Story (Professional)" category. The SJV awards are NZ's local version of the Hugos. } [Apr 2004]

• Ken Liu, who sold his short story, "State Change" to Polyphony 4. {The anthology should be out in October 2004. I'm ecstatic, as you can imagine. Even though the story was not critter'd, I learned a lot of valuable lessons here that made the story better. } [Apr 2004]

• David A Olson, who sold his poem, "Going Twice Lightspeed" to Scifaikuest. {This is the third Poem I have placed with SciFaiKuest, and my third sale overall! Now to get to work publishing some stories. } [Apr 2004]

• David A Olson, who sold his poem, "Mind Reader's Truth" to Scifaikuest. [Apr 2004]

• Lucy Cohen Schmeidler, who reports "My (unCrittered) poem, "Observe the Month of Spring," which appeared in the Magazine of Speculative Poetry, has been nominated for a Rhysling Award.". [Apr 2004]

• Dora McNew-Clarke, whose short story, "The Fountain" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin. [Apr 2004]

• Ceallaigh S. MacCath-Moran, who sold her short story, "Ink for the Dead" to newWitch Magazine. {This is my first professional sale, and I couldn't be happier! YAY! } [Apr 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who reports "I placed again in the last quarterfinals of the L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of The Future Contest ". [Apr 2004]

• Lon Prater, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Midnight in New Promise" is now out in the current issue of Scrybe Press. {http://www.scrybepress.com/midnightinnewpromise.html for more info. Thanks to all who helped make this story better. ~Lon } [Apr 2004]

• Lon Prater, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Midnight in New Promise" is now out in the current issue of Scrybe Press. {http://www.scrybepress.com/midnightinnewpromise.html for more info. Thanks to all who helped make this story better. ~Lon } [Apr 2004]

• Lon Prater, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Midnight in New Promise" is now out in the current issue of Scrybe Press. {http://www.scrybepress.com/midnightinnewpromise.html } [Apr 2004]

• Gisele LeBlanc, who sold her poem, "Spider's New Home" to Wee Ones online magazine. [Apr 2004]

• Kathi Wallace, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Sammy" to Kenoma Ezine. {YAH! My first sale! Thanks to all those that gave such insightful critiques!! } [Apr 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who reports "I placed in the quarter finals of the L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest". [Apr 2004]

• Ken Liu, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Algorithms of Love" to Strange Horizons. {This story went through critters a while back, and I received a lot of valuable feedback. This is my first sale to SH. Thanks to everyone who critiqued it and best of luck! } [Apr 2004]

• John Derderian, who reports "A wooho oops.". {Thanks to an ambiguous notification letter, I incorrectly reported last time that my story "Starbucks Must Die" was a finalist in the Writers of the Future Contest first quarter 2004. The story actually was "Collectors." The story was critted here, but that was after I submitted it to WotF. } [Apr 2004]

• Darren Moore, who has won the Bard's Ink short story contest (1st Place) award for his short story, "Hunter". [Apr 2004]

• Richard S. Levine, whose short story, "RemoteDoc" is now out in the current issue of The Martian Wave. {The Martian Wave publication and my story RemoteDoc can be found at http://samsdotpublishing.com/tmw/cover.htm. } [Mar 2004]

• John Derderian, who has won the Writers of the Future Contest finalist, 1st quarter 2004 award for his (Critter'd) short story, "Starbucks Must Die". {This is the closest thing I've had to a sale, so it counts as a Woo at least. Thanks to all the Critters who reviewed this! Many of your comments and suggestions went into this and greatly improved it. } [Mar 2004]

• Richard Jones, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Accidental Ghost" to the SDO Ghost magazine. {I guess it helps to have the name of the magazine in the story title. Hey, whatever works. } [Mar 2004]

• Daniel Arenson, whose (Critter'd) poem, "Desert Song" is now out in the current issue of ChiZine (current issue). [Apr 2004]

• Daniel Arenson, whose (Critter'd) poem, "Issa's Song of Songs" is now out in the current issue of ChiZine (current issue). [Apr 2004]

• Michelle Scott, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The True Nature of Fire" to Tales of the Unanticipated. [Mar 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Inspirations End (reprint)" to Scrybe Press. [Mar 2004]

• Marie Ming, who sold her short story, "Swings" to Analog. {Even as an ex-Critter, I am still having success. I was a Critter as Marie Rengstorff, but write fiction as Marie Ming. I found that reading the other authors and trying to help them was as beneficial as any instruction I have ever received. } [Mar 2004]

• Richard Jones, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Mismatched Monster" to Aoife's Kiss. {This story was crittered under the name "274," and I received many very helpful critiques from fellow Critters, most especially Jeff Spock, Jo Brooks and Chris Upson. Actually, this is the second time I sold this story. The first time the market died three days before printing, so I'm hoping the story with it's changed name won't take out a second magazine. } [Mar 2004]

• T.A. Von Reiman, who sold her (Critter'd) novel, "Shadows of The Past" to Publish America. [Mar 2004]

• Michelle Scott, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Opponents" to Wondrous Web Worlds Vol. 4. [Mar 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, whose (Critter'd) novel, "Drown in Fear" is now out from Publish America. [Mar 2004]

• Gary J Beharry, who sold his short story, "Cherry Cobbler" to AlienSkin Magazine. {Though this flash fiction story was not crittered, I know all the help I received on my other stories helped push this one through. Thanks. Gary } [Mar 2004]

• Colin Harvey, who reports "I'm in print twice!". {Hi Andrew, Just to let you know, my short story "Suck Puppet" is online at Gothic.Net this week, and my review of the SF Hall of Fame volume 1 is online at Strange Horizons. It's the first time I've had two pieces of work on-line at the same time. Spooky but nice! Colin } [Mar 2004]

• Daniel Arenson, whose poem, "Sleeping in a Drawer" is now out in the current issue of Flesh & Blood Magazine (issue 14). {I wrote this poem about trying to sell a (Crittered) novel. Interestingly, I sold the novel right after selling the poem... Both the novel (forthcoming), and the issue featuring the poem, are illustrated by the same artist. Weird coincidence! } [Mar 2004]

• Jaye Lawrence, whose short story, "Kissing Frogs" is now out in the current issue of The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, May 2004 issue. [Mar 2004]

• Michelle Scott, who reports "My story, "Opponents" was voted best short story in the March 2003 issue of "The Fifth Di..."". {Thanks to all of the Critters who helped me with this story! } [Mar 2004]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "RemoteDoc" to The Martian Wave. {RemoteDoc will appear in the April 2004 issue of The Martian Wave. } [Mar 2004]

• Bridget Coila, who sold her short story, "Island Biogeography" to Fundamentally Challenged Anthology. [Mar 2004]

• Ernest E. Gates, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Cardinal Red" to City Slab magazine. {Many thanks to everyone who crittered this piece! } [Mar 2004]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Clob" to the Teddy Bear Cannibal Massacre anthology. {My fifth confirmed sale over the course of the last month. These successes would never have happened without all the help I've received from Critters so many thanks, everyone! } [Mar 2004]

• Kay Sexton, who has won the Jerry Jazz Fiction award for her short story, "Traveling Magic". {The award is $200 and publication on their website and in the newsletter. The story url is http://www.jerryjazzmusician.com/mainHTML.cfm?page=sexton.html } [Mar 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Life and Times of Penguin" to Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. [Mar 2004]

• Doc Finch, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Fairy Short Life" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin. {It will be up through March. It was thoroughly critted--over 30 sets of comments. Not all were kind, though most enjoyed it. If anyone wishes to see if their comments were followed, please check it out. } [Mar 2004]

• Jeremy Minton, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Nails" to The Third Alternative. [Mar 2004]

• Daniel Devine, who reports "Fools Motley Magazine has just published our 3rd issue online at http://www.angelfire.com/dragon/foolsmotley. We're a free amatuer magazine devoted to comic science fiction and fantasy.". [Mar 2004]

• Mark Carter, who sold his short story, "Second Skin" to Eggplant Literary Productions' Library. [Feb 2004]

• Margaret Fisk, who sold her short story, "Curve of Her Claw" to Cloaked in Shadow: Dark Tales of Elves Anthology. [Feb 2004]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Smokedancer's Tale" is now out in the current issue of Kenoma E-zine. {You can read the story at http://www.kenomazine.com/smokedancer.htm . } [Feb 2004]

• Dora McNew-Clarke, who sold her short story, "The Fountain" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Feb 2004]

• Patrick Samphire, who sold his short story, "Crab Apple" to Realms of Fantasy. [Feb 2004]

• Alaya Johnson, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Halfworld Blind" to Brutarian Quarterly. {Many thanks to all of those who critiqued this story. I got some remarkably insightful feedback that helped me alot in my revisions. } [Feb 2004]

• John Dixon, who sold his short story, "One Helluva Job" to The Anthology from Hell. [Feb 2004]

• Liam Rands, who sold his short story, "Used Clothing" to Chaos Theory: Tales Askew. [Feb 2004]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Smokedancer's Tale" to Kenoma. {Thanks for your help on this story, guys. } [Feb 2004]

• Ric Bahr, who sold his short story, "The Dick From Hell" to The Anthology From Hell. [Feb 2004]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Sacred Skin" to Bloodlust - UK. {My third sale in two days! I'm cock-a-hoop. This one will be online at Bloodlust UK in March. Thanks for everyone who critted it . . . all three times! } [Feb 2004]

• F.I. Goldhaber, who has won the first place in an anniversary contest for an erotica e-zine award for her short story, "Salt for His Wounds". [Feb 2004]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Lemon" to Continuum SF magazine. [Feb 2004]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Damage Done" to Fusing Horizons magazine. [Feb 2004]

• Michael Stone, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Soapocryphal" to Fusing Horizons magazine. [Feb 2004]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "General Tso's Chicken" to Analog. {This story was crittered under the name of, 'Music Lives'. Thanks to all who helped make the story better (and to Captain Burt, of course). This was my second sale to Analog in under a week. I'm stunned. } [Feb 2004]

• Nora Jemison, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Red Riding-Hood's Child"" to Dark Sins & Desires Unveiled print anthology from Underground Publishing. {My first sale! } [Feb 2004]

• Ric Bahr, who sold his short story, "Never to Abandon Her" to The Writers Publishing, Canadian Literary Magazine . [Feb 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Cyberevenge Inc." to the Dreams and Shadows 2 anthology. [Feb 2004]

• Michelle Scott, who reports "I won an honorable mention in the SFReader.com Fiction Contest". {I won the honorable mention for my crittered short story, "The Nightcrows". A big thanks to all of the critters who helped out with this one!! } [Feb 2004]

• Brian Clarke, who sold his short story, "Emmigrants" to www.writerspublishing.ca. {Thanks to whoever put the website on, I sent them an email submission and they bought it - my first ever. Cheers, Brian } [Feb 2004]

• Kay Sexton, who sold her short story, "Mesmerising" to The anthology, 'Hell hath ...'. [Feb 2004]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Fruitcake Genome" to Analog. {The story (my fourth to Analog) was much improved by the critiques. Once again, thanks to the critters who commented on it, and thanks too to our captain. Incidentally, the story was prompted by my 'fruitcake' project to translate the fruit fly genome to music. The result is very musical and Stan Schmidt has invited me to put the music up on the Analog website. I intend to do that. } [Feb 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, whose short story, "Blinky" is now out in the current issue of the Carnival of Horror anthology. [Feb 2004]

• Nora M. Mulligan, whose short story, "A Goddess in Bed" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin magazine. [Feb 2004]

• Esther Mitchell, who sold her novel, "Mind Killer" to Triskelion Publishing. [Feb 2004]

• Alex Jackson, who sold his short story, "Quest for Fred" to SDO Fantasy ezine. [Feb 2004]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "The Word Ration" is now out in the current issue of AlienSkin Magazine. [Feb 2004]

• John Dixon, who sold his short story, "Pharaoh Makes a Friend" to Lullaby Hearse. {Though this one didn't go through the queue, I did receive valuable criticism from Critters Andy Miller and Adam Browne. Thanks! } [Feb 2004]

• Elizabeth Blue, who sold her short story, "Isabelle's Prince" to the Hell Hath No Fury anthology. [Feb 2004]

• Jan Clark, who reports "I just signed a contract with Windstorm Creative to publish The Mountains of the Moon, a fantasy story for young readers. The first book in the series was not crittered (but was critiqued at the Norwescon). We plan a six-book series, so I'm hoping for lots of help from Critters on the rest.". [Jan 2004]

• Gary Wilbanks, whose short story, "An Eternal Struggle" is now out in the current issue of Tickled by Thunder. {The story is out in the current issue of the magazine and it has been chosen to appear in their December 2004 "Year's Best Fiction" edition. } [Jan 2004]

• Darin Park, who reports "Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy". {I used to belong to Critters a few years ago. Now, although no longer a member, I have much to thank this site for: insightful critiques, guidance and general upbeat "you can do it" comments. After I left this group I concentrated on creating a work to get published. This resulted in the Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy (available at www.amazon.com and www.dragonmoonpress.com). Without the help of Critters, I don't believe I ever would have taken the extra step necessary or had enough confidence to carry through to publication. I offer my thanks to all that participate in this group and congratulate you on such a well run site. Darin Park Author of The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy } [Jan 2004]

• Darin Park, whose novel, "The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy" is now out from www.dragonmoonpress.com. [Jan 2004]

• Lisa Negus, who reports "Interview with Jack McDevitt, co-authored with Robert Rowntree is now live on www.thealienonline.net, or follow the link directly from Jack's website www.swfa.org/members/Mc/devittwww.". [Jan 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Few, the Proud, the Leech Corps" to Dreams of Decadence. [Jan 2004]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Word Ration" to AlienSkin. [Jan 2004]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Second Daughter" is now out in the current issue of Song of the Siren. {This is a reprint. This story first appeared in issue #44 of Leading Edge. } [Jan 2004]

• Jeff Spock, who sold his short story, "The Consultant and the Kraken"" to Quantum Barbarian. [Jan 2004]

• Richard Jones, who sold his short story, "Listening to the Dark" to The Corpse Magazine. {My special thanks go out to fellow Critter Chris Upson. This story started life as a challenge writing assignment from Chris and wouldn't have been written without her input. Thanks, Chris. } [Jan 2004]

• David Olson, who sold his poem, "Ship Crash Landed" to Scifaikuest. [Jan 2004]

• E.K. Rivera, whose short story, "Kameko" is now out in the current issue of PeridotBooks.com. [Jan 2004]

• John Dixon, who sold his short story, "Ringcycle" to Aurealis. {I coauthored "Ringcycle" with friend and fellow Critter Adam Browne, who, quite honestly, did the bulk of the work on this one. I'm excited; this is my first time in Aurealis, a very cool magazine. } [Jan 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Ascendancy of Blood" to Scrybe Press. {This story went through the queue originally titled "Beauty's Blood." } [Jan 2004]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Within Your Soul I Sightless See" to H.P. Lovecraft's Magazine of Horror. [Jan 2004]

• Scott Fazekas, who sold his short story, "Just a Game" to AlienSkin. [Jan 2004]

• Cecil Washington, who sold his novel, "Dwoor" to Martin Massai, LLC. {This book will be available in September, 2004. It is a rarity in that it is an African influenced Fantasy novel published by an African American owned publishing house and written by an African American author. } [Jan 2004]

• Michelle Scott, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Master's Voice" is now out in the current issue of Peridot Books. [Jan 2004]

• Jaye Lawrence, who has won the John Engman Writing Prize for Fiction award for her (Critter'd) short story, "Fallen Idols". {The Engman Prize is an annual literary competition sponsored by Augsburg College. } [Jan 2004]

• Michael Andre-Driussi, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Old Flames in New Bottles" to New Wave Fabulist Stories (anthology). {To be published by Omnidawn (http://omnidawn.com/catalog.htm). Thanks to all the critters who helped fix this story! } [Jan 2004]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Cry of a Distant Child" to L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future Contest. [Dec 2003]

• Todd Kilgore, who reports "Novel serialization". {A fledgling e-zine is now out there for the RPG world called Silven Crossroads (www.silven.com). I am serializing my first SF novel with them. } [Dec 2003]

• Mary Catelli, whose poem, "Dragon's Breath" is now out in the current issue of Cricket. {Reprinted in the January 2004 issue. } [Dec 2003]

• Samara Sonmor, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Sleeping On It" to Hell Hath No Fury Anthology. {Thank you to everyone who critted it! (It was sold immediately after I revised it based on your comments.) } [Dec 2003]

• Antonia Lantz Inman, who has won the Writer Online Thanksgiving Poetry award for her poem, "The Miracle of You". {This piece was written on 11/24/03 for my eleven year old daughter to celebrate her birthday, and the price her birth family paid to give her a new life. This was my first publication since I was a newspaper correspondent in the early eighties. } [Dec 2003]

• Colin Harvey, who reports "Another Showcase is out!". {I'm proud to announce the publication of Another Showcase. The anthology is illustrated by A. M. Stickel, and contains short stories by, amongst others, Sheila Crosby Eugie Foster Richard Jones and C Rogers Upson All these writers should be familiar names in the weekly Critters queue. Please take a look at www.geocities.com/colin_harvey/AnotherShowcase.html And support your colleagues! } [Dec 2003]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Let It be Forever" to Gateway SF. [Dec 2003]

• Gary Wilbanks, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Hunt" is now out in the current issue of Amberlin Books. {The webzine Deep Magic just published its first anthology entitled "Deeper Magic." My story "Hunt" was selected as one of the stories from the zine to be included in the book. It's available now through Amazon.com. Check it out. } [Dec 2003]

• Dave Erickson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Fortune From Time" is now out in the current issue of Aphelion-webzine.com. [Dec 2003]

• Lon Prater, whose short story, "The Staring Machine" is now out in the current issue of Alien Skin. [Dec 2003]

• Lon Prater, whose short story, "Head Music"" is now out in the current issue of Borderlands 5. {Totally excited to see my first pro-sale in a hardcover book, and to see it between the same covers as stories by Stephen King, Bentley Little, Whitley Strieber, and many others. This story wasn't critted, but everything I learned here made it possible. Thank you Critters! } [Dec 2003]

• William Ledbetter, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Beast Named Winter" to Distant Worlds. [Dec 2003]

• Jan Clark, who reports "My book is on the market.". {"Christmas Brings Joy to Every Heart" is now in print and on sale at bookstores. This is a little Daymaker greeting book from Barbour Publishing, not science fiction and not crittered, but my first real book in print that I got paid to write. I have a second greeting book coming out in the spring for Mother's Day. } [Dec 2003]

• Dave Freer, whose (Critter'd) novel, "This Rough Magic" is now out from Baen Books. {"This Rough Magic" is co-authored with Mercedes Lackey and Eric Flint. It is the sequel to "Shadow of Lion" also by the three of us. Got a great review from Publishers Weekly, so far. } [Dec 2003]

• Richard Jones, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Last Call" to Another Showcase. [Dec 2003]

• Laura Blackwell, who reports "My online column, _Download This_, has started at PCWorld.com.". {All non-fiction, of course, but the first column did let me write about the _Lord of the Rings_ movie trilogy AIM icons. http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/article/0,aid,113670,00.asp } [Dec 2003]

• Nye Marnach, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Blind Lion" is now out in the current issue of Full Unit Hook-Up. [Dec 2003]

• Laura Simms, whose short story, "Reversal of Fortune" is now out in the current issue of Quantum Muse. {This is my first publication involving any money, so I feel like I'm moving up in the world. Although this story wasn't crittered, I'm convinced critiques of other stories made a big difference. Thanks to all who helped me! } [Dec 2003]

• Michelle Scott, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "His Master's Voice" to Peridot Books. [Nov 2003]

• Anne M. Stickel, who reports "DEEP MAGIC is publishing my work again". {Editor Melissa Thomas informs me that my accepted piece, "Tiger Hearts" will appear in DEEP MAGIC, (presently a nonpaying market). Look for the story in the December 2003 (19th) issue of DM. Also look for other excellent stories, articles on writing, art, and serialized novels. This is one of the few outlets that gives a quality preview venue for SF/F novelists, + an excellent chance for future marketing on AMAZON of both novels and selected anthologized 'shorts'. } [Nov 2003]

• Anne M. Stickel, who sold her short story, "They Walk Not in Straight Lines" to Colin Harvey's 2nd Showcase. {I was also commissioned to illustrate the 7 stories, including my own, for Colin's latest "Showcase". A scene from each story, rendered in acrylic on 16x20" canvas, was digitally photographed by my husband, Tom. (We need more CRITTERS like Colin...and shutterbugs like Tom.) My story will be linked to Andy Robertson's "Night Lands" e-zine. } [Nov 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "An Interesting Week for Emmy" to Colin Harvey's Fiction Showcase II. [Nov 2003]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Death Sentence" is now out in the current issue of Raven Electrick. {The story is located at http://www.ravenelectrick.com/ssraven/deathsentence.html . } [Nov 2003]

• Robert A. Boyd, who sold his short story, "A Day To Remember" to Would That It Were - e-zine. {This is my second sale to WTIW, plus they are holding a third piece for consideration for the January issue! They are running a bit behind schedule, but should have the next issue up in a couple of days. Thanks to Don Muchow of WTIW! } [Nov 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Razi and the Sunbird" to Cricket. [Nov 2003]

• Kevin Maclean, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "When Dragons Dream" to Realms of Wonder. {The story is be to included in a YA anthology called SUMMONED BY DESTINY, ed. Julie Czerneda. This was my first submission to a professional-rate-paying publication. } [Nov 2003]

• Scott Hertzog, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "From Men Bearing Gifts" to NovaSF Magazine. [Nov 2003]

• Lisa Swanstrom, who sold her short story, "The Grass Witch" to Fantasist Enterprises / Fantastical Visions. [Nov 2003]

• Ric Bahr, who sold his short story, "The Presidents' Heads" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Nov 2003]

• Scott Fazekas, who sold his short story, "Jason's Demon's" to Alien Skin. {This one sold even though it's still in the queue for critting. It's my first sale, and it's due in very large part to all the help I've received from Critters on other pieces. Thanks to all, and Semper Fidelis. } [Nov 2003]

• Richard S. Levine, who sold his short story, "My Life's a Dream" to Penumbric Speculative Fiction. [Nov 2003]

• Richard S. Levine, whose short story, "My Life's a Dream" is now out in the current issue of Quietus. [Nov 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Second Daughter" to Song of the Siren. {This is actually a reprint sale, my first. The story initially appeared in issue #44 of Leading Edge. } [Nov 2003]

• John Hayes, whose poem, "Vampire Love while the Battle Rages" is now out in the current issue of The Dark Krypt. [Nov 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Winter's Daughter" to Cricket. {This story went through the queue under the title "My Mother's Real Name." Thanks for all the excellent comments! } [Nov 2003]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Downsizing in Fantasyland" is now out in the current issue of Planet Relish. {You can read the story at http://www.planetrelish.com/issue32/story4.html . Thanks. } [Nov 2003]

• John Hayes, who sold his short story, "Hunan Fare" to Blood Lust. [Nov 2003]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "A Little Soul Music" is now out in the current issue of In the Outposts of Beyond anthology. {This beautiful trade paperback chock full of stories about otherworldly taverns, watering holes, and trading posts is available at: http://www.poetryfox.com/misc/books/sdp/ITOOB.html } [Oct 2003]

• Rob Shelsky, who reports "I sold two articles to Alien Skin Magazine". {I sold an article for October and November to Alien Skin Magazine. The October Article deals with how to write stories concerning Cars of The Future, and the November article is on how to write stories with Armageddon-style scenarios. } [Oct 2003]

• Matthew Champine, who reports "I won First Place in L. Ron Hubbards Writers of the Future". {My novella 'Sunrunners' won the third quarter competition! Thanks to the Critters that helped with this; your efforts helped make this story a WINNER! } [Oct 2003]

• Walter J. Wiese, who sold his short story, "Changes" to AlienSkin. [Oct 2003]

• Eric Marin, who sold his short story, "The Things Outside" to AlienSkin Magazine. {This story and another story, "Unfulfilled Expectations," will appear in the November 2003 issue of AlienSkin. } [Oct 2003]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who reports "top sales". {My non-crittered novelette "Cult of the Permanent Motorcycle" is, in only its first quarter on the market, one of the best-selling issues of Far Sector (available through FictionWise). Again, special thanks to critter SK Pirie who reviewed and made many helpful suggestions on the manuscript. } [Oct 2003]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who sold his poem, "A Reconstitution for Beydi's Theater of Meat" to Chiaroscuro. [Oct 2003]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "Story Accepted". {My story WEB has been accepted for the CHIMERWORLD #1 anthology edited by Hertzan Chimera. It will be available in e-book and print from CyberPULP in 2004. } [Oct 2003]

• Esther Mitchell, who sold her novel, "Tamia" to Triskelion Publishing. [Oct 2003]

• Martha Bland, whose short story, "Life after Immortality" is now out in the current issue of Gateway S-F Magazine, Christian Science Fiction. {It appears under the pen name Martha Jean Gable. } [Oct 2003]

• Jaye Lawrence, who sold her short story, "Kissing Frogs" to Fantasy & Science Fiction. {How ironic! This story is in the Critters queue right now. After I submitted it to F&SF, I became convinced it would be rejected--so I figured I would get a head start on a rewrite with some help from the kind Critters crowd. Needless to say, I'm delighted to have been wrong about its chances. You can remove it from the queue if you wish, since I no longer need the critiques for purposes of a rewrite. :) } [Oct 2003]

• Hank Quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Small Town Romance" to Here and Now. [Oct 2003]

• Abra Staffin Wiebe, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Perfect Costume" is now out in the current issue of The Dark Krypt. {I always thought of this story as the ugly stepchild I kept under the stairs. I would have had a much harder time getting it published without the Critters' good suggestions. } [Oct 2003]

• Roxanne Hutton, who has won the L Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future 2nd place award for her (Critter'd) short story, "Shipwoman". [Oct 2003]

• Alaya Johnson, who sold her short story, "Who Ever Loved" to Arabella. {This is my first accepted short story! Even though this one didn't go through Critters, I've learned alot from you guys and I want to thank everyone who has critiqued one of my stories. } [Oct 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "My Friend is a Lesbian Zombie" to Here & Now. [Oct 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "An Evening, a Gameshow, and Praxis" to Here & Now. [Oct 2003]

• Petra Ericson, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Prince and the Crows" is now out in the current issue of Dark Horizons. {Heartfelt thanks to everyone who critted it! This is my first published story ever and I'm still bouncing off the walls. } [Oct 2003]

• Nye Marnach, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Blind Lion" to Full Unit Hook-Up (FUHU). {Thanks to the Critters who helped ... and to the Captain for pointing out new markets. (Still, the story is unredeemable in its core.) } [Oct 2003]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who reports "release of illustrated story book". {My illustrated story book, The Ice Queen, has just been released by Samsdotpublishing.com. It's a SF space romance that takes place during a mission to find out what happened to the members of prior missions who never returned from this supposedly barren ice planet. I'm pretty sure this piece was crittered in its early stages--so thank you! } [Oct 2003]

• Dora McNew-Clarke, who sold her poem, "A Sonnet to Night" to The Dark Krypt - Oct/Nov issue. [Oct 2003]

• Alaya Johnson, who sold her poem, "Good for Hanging" to ChiZine. {This is my first acceptance for anything, and I'm really excited! } [Oct 2003]

• Mark A. Morenz, who sold his short story, "Limited Omniscient" to SDO Fantasy. {Many thanks [deep bow] to all who have crittered my other pieces. My critter encounters have been invaluable toward all my writing efforts. :-{)] } [Oct 2003]

• jessica howe, who sold her short story, "Tale of Erl" to Neverworld Magazine. [Oct 2003]

• Cecil Washington, who reports "I got interviewed for the "Dark Matters: Blacks in Speculative Fiction" documentary.". {I got interviewed for the documentary. I had a blast and I can't wait to see how the finished product and can't wait to hear what some of the more well-known authors have to say on film. } [Oct 2003]

• Cecil Washington, whose novel, "Walkware " is now out from Publish America. [Oct 2003]

• Laura C Romesburg, who sold her short story, "Imps in the Night" to AlienSkin Magazine. {This will be in the December, 2003, issue! } [Sep 2003]

• Andrew Zimmerman Jones, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Mr. Ned and Dr. Ted" to The Four Bubbas of the Apocalypse: Flatulence, Halitosis, Incest, and... Ned. [Sep 2003]

• Fred Obermeyer, whose short story, "Welcome to Virtuamerica" is now out in the current issue of Neverary. {The story is up at http://www.neverary.com/n2thesequel/N2Welcome.htm . } [Sep 2003]

• Eric Marin, who sold his short story, "Unfulfilled Expectations" to AlienSkin Magazine. [Sep 2003]

• Lon Prater, who sold his short story, "The Staring Machine" to Alien Skin Magazine - December '03 issue. [Sep 2003]

• Benjamin Buchholz, whose poem, "Boxing for Army" is now out in the current issue of The 2River View. [Sep 2003]

• Kris Schnee, who sold his short story, "Jongleur's Song" to Alien Skin Magazine. {I also sold a very short story, "Smile," to Alien Skin. } [Sep 2003]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "All in My Mind" is now out in the current issue of Hitting the Skids in Pixeltown anthology, edited by Orson Scott Card. [Sep 2003]

• Robert Shelsky, who reports "I was given a position at Alien Skin Magazine as a contributing columnist.". {I sold two articles to Alien Skin Magazine, and they liked them well enough to allow me to become a regularly contributing (monthly) freelance writer for them. I write under the byline, Rob Shelly, and my nickname for the site is Sarge Shelly. I found out about the magazine through Critters. I'm really looking forward to writing for them. I've had a lot of good luck since I joined Critters! The two articles are appearing now, in the July, 2003, issue of Alien Skin Magazine. Thanks Critters! } [Jul 2003]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "Welcome to Virtuamerica" to Neverary. [Sep 2003]

• Suzanne Church, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Everyone Needs a Couch" is now out in the current issue of Oceans of the Mind. {Thank you everyone who read my story. This is my first sale. It feels great to finally be in print (or eprint). Feel free to check out the Oceans website: http://www.trantorpublications.com/oceans.htm } [Sep 2003]

• Curt Wohleber, who sold his short story, "Vickie" to Alien Skin. [Sep 2003]

• Anne M. Stickel, who has won the Santa Cruz Fair 1st Place for Spanish Poem award for her poem, "El Milagro Del Valle Pajaro". {Our County Fair publishes all submitted poems in a book. This year's title is HARVEST MAGIC (most appropriate for a fantasy writer). I have also been notified of a 3rd Place in rhyme and meter and an honorable mention in cowboy poetry (by the Fair's Poetry Chairman). I find that writing poetry helps one write better fiction. The money won is encouragement to continue writing too! } [Sep 2003]

• Anne M. Stickel, who reports ""NFG" published my "69er" in their 1st issue.". {The idea behind this Toronto print publication's "69er" writing challenge is to write an entire story in 69 words. Mine was one of 12 published in their first issue this year, but, sadly, did not win the $69 promised to the best entry. It did, however, provide great practice at writing flash fiction, as well as a chance to see my work in print. Hats off to "NFG"! } [Sep 2003]

• Anne M. Stickel, who reports "I am multiply published in "Deep Magic" ezine". {I would like to thank my DEEP MAGIC editors for publishing many of my writing challenge submissions and accepting two more of my fantasies for future publication. The stories are "The Lost Colony of Arob Arot" and "Tiger Hearts." The challenges piece titles include "Barry and the 3 Locks," "Cloud Princess," "The Okonto," "Black Rock," "Seaborn," "Andrei and Antonius," "Curse of the Infidel," "Uktena's Heirs," "At the Tavern in the Cavern," "Inukshuk." Issues including my work are numbers 3,4,6,7,10,11,12,14,15,16. I consider writing for this nonpaying market an important step toward becoming a professional. These were all noncrittered. } [Sep 2003]

• Anne M. Stickel, who has won the Colin Harvey "Showcase" 1st Place award for her (Critter'd) short story, "Our Lady of the Wolves". {An earlier version of this story was crittered. Thank you! } [Sep 2003]

• Anne M. Stickel, who reports "My art was featured in "The Pedestal" (#16)". {Four of my "Friar Anthony" door murals were in John Amen's literary ezine this summer, issue #16. The issue is now archived. } [Sep 2003]

• Anne M. Stickel, whose poem, "The Seer" is now out in the current issue of The Night Land. {"The Seer" is a combination of prose and poetry. It is the prologue to a much longer work, which I have been encouraged to write for my NIGHT LAND editors, Andy W. Robertson and Nigel Brown. The working title for the longer story is "They Walk Not in Straight Lines." } [Sep 2003]

• Matt Dinniman, whose (Critter'd) novel, "The Shivered Sky" is now out from Silver Lake Publishing. {Well my novel which was Crittered in early January this year is officially out and is available at all the usual places (Amazon, BN, local bookstores if you order it, etc.) Thank you to everyone who helped. More info is available at http://www.mattdinniman.com } [Sep 2003]

• Eugie Foster, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Reign of the Wintergod" is now out in the current issue of the anthology The Asylum Volume 3: The Quiet Ward. [Sep 2003]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "We Are the Cat" to Artemis. {I run all my stories through Critters before sending them out. And this story, as usual, benefitted much from the crittering. Thanks to all those who read and made suggestions for improvements. And thanks to ABurt as well. } [Sep 2003]

• Robert J. Santa, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Devil and John Bartlett" to The Spectravaganza. {This was a (paid) Honorable Mention for Ralan's 1st contest where only the first 500 words of the story were submitted. I ordinarily don't list my Woohoos, but I had to give very special and public thanks to Jan Wilkstrom who complimented this story for its "grabber." This just happened to be the name of Ralan's contest and made me enter the piece. Many thanks. The Spectravaganza hits Ralan's site in October (as if you didn't know). } [Sep 2003]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who sold her short story, "After Hours at the Europan Tentacle Dancers Tank" to Alienskinmag.com. [Sep 2003]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Too Long Among Humans" to Alienskinmag.com. [Sep 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Reflections in the Mirror" to MicroSHOCKS anthology. [Sep 2003]

• Lucy Cohen Schmeidler, whose poem, "Oberve the Month of Spring" is now out in the current issue of the Magazine of Speculative Poetry. {My poem is in the lead position in the issue, which also contains poetry by some much better established genre poets, so I am absolutely thrilled. } [Jul 2003]

• Jim Bauer, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "The Noc-Lar" to Platinum Studios. {The following was in my inbox last night: In a message dated 7/2/03 6:45:48 PM, jbauer@hi-line.net writes: << This is a synopsis of a short story I wrote a long time ago. An English professor thought it would make a great screenplay; it would probably also make a great graphic novel in the Heavy Metal tradition--but I'm not sure if it's "mainstream Hollywood". I'm also wondering if you've reviewed "The Noc-Lar" yet. >> Thanks, Jim, I'll read it. I have reviewed Noc-Lar...and will have something for you soon, hopefully next week. Thanks, and have a great holiday. --Lee } [Jul 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Reign of the Wintergod" to The Asylum Volume 3: The Quiet Ward. [Jul 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her short story, "Inspirations End" to Erotic Fantasy: Tales of the Paranormal. [Jul 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who has won the quarter-finalist in the Writers of the Future award for her (Critter'd) short story, "Of Two Minds in Lanais". [Jun 2003]

• Jamie Rosen, who sold his short story, "Murder Therapy" to Be Mine. {Two sales after joining Critters, before I even get a chance to be critted! Is it something in the water? } [Aug 2003]

• Jamie Rosen, who sold his short story, "Excerpt from the Introduction to Kafka in Translation" to Eggplant Literary Productions' Library. {This piece will be receiving a badly-needed retitling before it sees the light of day, thank goodness! It sold within days of my joining Critters, ending a months-long dry spell. Coincidence? } [Aug 2003]

• Richard Jones, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Not Just Another Dead Guy" to Night to Dawn. {This piece was nicely crittered by the group quite a while back. It started out as a real mess, but the help I received really made it a better story. Thanks to everyone. } [Aug 2003]

• Colin Harvey, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Dreamstalker" is now out in the current issue of Song of The Siren. [Aug 2003]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who sold her short story, "Bathland" to EOTU. [Aug 2003]

• Taylor Ellwood, who sold his novel, "Pop Culture Magick" to Egregore Publishing. {It wasn't crittered and actually isn't SF/fantasy. It's metaphysical, but the critter critiques have definitely helped refine my writing style. } [Aug 2003]

• Cecil Washington, who reports "I am starting two sci-fi magazines". {I am starting two semi-pro magazines. If anyone wants to submit and/or subscribe, they can get the details at these locations: CyberThug Sci-Fi Magazine http://www.geocities.com/cecilwashington/cyberthug.html Creative Brother's Sci-Fi Magazine http://www.geocities.com/cecilwashington/creative.html } [Aug 2003]

• Jill Knowles, who sold her short story, "Red and White" to Erotic Fantasy: Tales of the Paranormal. {I sold my second story 1 day after I sold the first. Wow. I'm still walking a couple inches above the ground. } [Aug 2003]

• Alex Jackson, who sold his short story, "Tidings fromthe Hole in the World" to Kings of the Night II (an e-anthology). [Aug 2003]

• Tom Lloyd-Williams, whose short story, "Afraid of the Dark" is now out in the current issue of Twilight Times Ezine. {Please feel free to check it and all their other stories at www.twilighttimes.com ! } [Jan 2003]

• Lon Prater, who sold his short story, "Head Music" to Borderlands 5 anthology. {Thrilled! This is my first pro sale, first print sale. Could not have done it without the lessons learned at Critters.org. Thank you all. More info about pub and shipping dates will be posted on the bibliography section of my webzine ( www.neverary.com ) as it becomes available. } [Jun 2003]

• Christy Gottberg, who reports "I got an article published in the Elfwood Woodworks E-zine on character creation, and now it is safely ensconced in the Farp section at http://elfwood.lysator.liu.se/farp/thewriting/crissychar/crissychar.html". [Aug 2003]

• Jonathan Laden, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Ballad of a Billy Goat" to Chaos Theory: Tales Askew. [Aug 2003]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "I have a story in the Monsters INK Anthology". {My crittered story PODS has been picked up by the print antho Monsters INK coming out later this year. Everything I write that is run threw critters seems to get published. Thanks CRITTERS! No way I could have ever been published without you. } [Aug 2003]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "I have a story in the Hauntings Anthology". {My crittered story Patient 3571 (crittered as Bus Driver) has been picked up by CyberPULP's E and POD antho Hauntings coming out early in 2004. Thank you CRITTERS! } [Aug 2003]

• Eugie Foster, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Tiger Fortune Princess" to Paradox Magazine. [Aug 2003]

• Robert A. Boyd, whose short story, "Think Positive" is now out in the current issue of Would That It Were e-zine. {This is my first sale! Don Muchow, the editor has said that he'd like to see more of my work for upcoming issues. You can check it out at http://www.wouldthatitwere.com } [Aug 2003]

• Lon Prater, who reports "Neverary #1 is now online!". {Stop by www.neverary.com to check it out. Issue #1 includes two short stories, 6 articles on spec-fic writing, speculative poetry and more. } [Aug 2003]

• Mik Bennett, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Armageddon Cafe" to Elsewhere anthology. [Aug 2003]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who sold her poem, "Jupiter's Eye" to Fifth Dimension. [Aug 2003]

• Darren Moore, who has won the 2003 SLAM FI Contest(2nd Place) award for his short story, "Path to F'dar". {Slamdance Film Festival's (http://www.slamdance.com/) me so pumped... } [Aug 2003]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who sold her short story, "Glossies" to Alien Skin Magazine. [Jul 2003]

• Margaret E. Welsh, who reports "I sold a short non-fiction article to AlienSkinMag.com [not crittered, but thanks!] It will be on their Aug. 2003 web-page ". [Jul 2003]

• Andrew Burt, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "A Bird in Hand" to Far Sector SFFH / Fictionwise. {Far Sector is a webzine that sells through Fictionwise to handle a variety of electronic formats. An interesting business model; check it out... } [Jul 2003]

• Jill Knowles, who sold her short story, "Opening" to Alien Skin Magazine. {My first sale!!! } [Jul 2003]

• E. A. Gundlach, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Death Cat" to The Quiet Ward - Book 3 of the Asylum Anthology. { } [Jul 2003]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "My Story, The Calling, has been picked up by CyberPULP Books.". {My Sci-Fi story, The Calling, has been picked up by CyberPULP Books for its upcoming E-anthology, Fantasy and Science Fiction. In a recent development CyberPULP has announced that they have made a deal with a POD publisher and that this antho and many others, in their catalog, will now be available in print form. For those of you that have no submitted to CyberPULP because they don't print, its time to reconsider. } [Jul 2003]

• Kevin Anderson, who reports "I won first place in John B Ford's TOP INTERNATIONAL HORROR 2003". {John B Ford of Rainfall Books -UK, held a horror writing contest beginning last November. 15 winners were selected through a unique process were the authors in the contest voted on their favorite stories. (Couldn't vote for your own) My story, Third Shift, received the most votes and will appear, with the 14 other winners in the TOP INTERNATIONAL HOOROR 2003 anthology, from Rainfall Books, coming out before the end of the year. } [Jul 2003]

• Marc Cram, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Safe as Sandwiches " to Permutations. {www.permutationspress.com } [Jul 2003]

• Douglas T. Araujo, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Visions" to The Blackest Death Anthology. [Jul 2003]

• Douglas T. Araujo, who sold his short story, "Hidden Things" to Asylum Anthology Volume 3. [Jul 2003]

• Doc Finch, whose short story, "Counter Measures" is now out in the current issue of Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine. {Since it's a mystery, it didn't get critted. However, I blame my improvement, and sale, on my relationship with a lot of critters. } [Jul 2003]

• Sue Lange, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Letters to the Chintzes" to Fool's Motley - premier issue now up at http://www.angelfire.com/dragon/foolsmotley/. {The story is set a thousand years in the future and involves the hapless heroine, Tritcheon Hash, as she fumbles through a mid-life crisis, an addiction to speed, and a crazy assignment to the dark planet known as "Earth." The book is available through Amazon, the publisher's website (www.metropolisink.com), and eventually will be in the real world stores if it isn't there already. Contact her directly if you'd like a sample chapter pdf (s.lange@comsoc.org). } [Jul 2003]

• Carl Frederick, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Misunderstanding Twelve" to Analog. {The story was crittered under the title of 'Missunderstanding'. Again, I thank the Critters who critiqued it and made great suggestions for the rewrite. And yet again, thanks to Critter Captain Andrew Burt for providing this nifty service. } [Jul 2003]

• Benjamin Buchholz, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Cult of the Permanent Motorcycle" is now out in the current issue of Far Sector / FictionWise. {Check it out at: http://www.fictionwise.com/ebooks/eBook13950.htm or at www.farsector.com. Thanks again to all the Critters who savaged this one and special thanks to SK Pirie who critted it several times. } [Jul 2003]

• Jan Clark, whose (Critter'd) short story, "The Recruit" is now out in the current issue of Fools Motley. [Jul 2003]

• Daniel Arenson, who sold his short story, "Harbinger" to The Emporium Gazette. [Jun 2003]

• Maggie Bonham, who sold her short story, "The Ultiminate Weapon" to The Four Bubbas of the Apocalypse Anthology published by Yard Dog Press. [Jun 2003]

• John Dixon, who reports "THE SQUID celebrates its first birthday.". {As always, Critters 18 years old and younger are encouraged to submit SF / F / H to www.the-squid.com. We run regular, paying contests, we're receiving nearly 12,000 hits a month, and quite a buzz is building. Critters get rapid responses with specific feedback every time! } [Jun 2003]

• Fred Obermeyer, who sold his short story, "The Sentence" to AlienSkin magazine. [Jun 2003]

• Lon Prater, who reports "I am starting a webzine,". {Neverary will be a bi-monthly journal of thoughtful commentary, opinion, and anecdotes of interest to writers and readers of speculative fiction. The first issue will be posted in August 2003. Guidelines and other information can be found at www.neverary.com. } [Jun 2003]

• Lon Prater, who reports "I sold a non-fiction article to The Emporium Gazette for their July 2003 issue.". [Jun 2003]

• Daniel Arenson, who reports "My story "Phantasmagoria" has been accepted for the Forbidden Texts anthology from Cyber-Pulp.". [Jun 2003]

• Roselyn Silverman, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "The Child in the Temple of the Elders"" to Gateway sf Magazine. {Story name when submitted to Critters was "Inexorable". } [Jun 2003]

• Steve Villiers, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Galactic Olympics" to Alien Skin Magazine. {This is my first sale, and my fellow critters helped me get it. } [Jun 2003]

• Lucy Cohen Schmeidler, who sold her poem, "There is a Bear" to The Leading Edge Magazine. [Jun 2003]

• J. Alan Brown, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Strip Club" to EOTU Ezine. {This is my first. My first fiction sale after a year-and-a-half of serious attention to writing as a career. Thanks to the many Critters who helped me with this story. When I track your crits down, I will be sending a personal email later. The story is currently in print and can be viewed at EOTU Ezine at http://www.clamcity.com/eotu.html } [Jun 2003]

• Sherry Thompson, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Winter's Season" to F/SF e-anthology, to be published by Cyber-Pulp. {It's been a long time now, but Winter's Season appeared on Critters as my first-ever submission for review. Thanks for all of the help! This is my first sale! Yippee! Skippee! SherryT } [Jun 2003]

• Barbara Davies, who sold her (Critter'd) short story, "Toril and Cort" to Adventurous! An Ezine for Readers and Gamers. [Jun 2003]

• Steven Pirie, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Colquitt's High-energy Trousers" to Andromeda Spaceways issue 7. { It was a double week and I received 40 crits, all of which helped in one way or another. Thanks all, but special thanks to Ben Bucholz who looked over subsequent revisions. } [Jun 2003]

• Hank Quense, who sold his (Critter'd) short story, "Primary Research" to Andromeda Spaceways. [Jun 2003]

• Michelle Scott, whose (Critter'd) short story, "Leadfield" is now out in the current issue of Hadrosaur. {This is my first time in print and I'm psyched. Thanks so much to the Critters who helped to make my story salable. } [Jun 2003]

• Robert R. Shelsky, who reports "I sold two articles on writing Science Fiction and Fantasy to Alien Skin Magazine, July Issue". {I have had good luck this month, and I honestly believe it is all thanks to Critters! I've sold two articles, and a short (flash fiction) story, and all to Alien Skin Magazine for their July online issue. I found out about the existence of the magazine through Critters. Also, it was through critiquing other authors' works on Critters that I began to realize what was wrong with my own writing style. I've recently uploaded one of my stories for Critters' members to critique, so have at it! I can use all the help I can get. } [Jun 2003]

• Jonathan Laden, who sold his short story, "Join Zercati" to Twilight Times. [Jun 2003]

• Jonathan Laden, who sold his short story, "Prosperity" to Emporium Gazette. [Jun 2003]

• Terrie Leigh Relf, who has won the June sentence starter Contest at Alien Skin award for her short story, "Aunt Pearl's Mirror". [Jun 2003]

• Lindsay Buroker, who sold his short story, "Crucible" to MicroShocks (forthcoming horror anthology). {"Crucible" is my first pro-paying sale. I also sold, "A War Forsaken" to the Kings of the Night e-anthology coming out in August. This story went through Critters a couple of months ago, and I appreciate all the helpful comments I got. Thanks! } [Jun 2003]

• Roxanne Hutton, who has won the an Honorable Mention as a semi-finalist in the L. Ron Hubbard'd Writers of the Future award for her (Critter'd) short story, "The Last Woman's Magazine". [May 2003]

• Daniel Arenson, who sold his short story, "Fluff and the Lion" to Kisses for Kids. [May 2003]

• Darren Moore, who has won the E. Einersen Short Story Contest(3rd Place- prof. div) award for his short story, "Path to F'Dar". [May 2003]

• Darren Moore, who has won the E. Einersen Short Story Contest(2nd place prof. div) award for his short story, "The Most Daunting Task of All". [May 2003]

• Benjamin Buchholz, whose poem, "Songs in the Key of Ibo"" is now out in the current issue of Snow Monkey. {Another long poem, actually my first sale back last August. Finally in print now. You can find it at http://www.ravennapress.com/snowmonkey/ } [May 2003]

• Benjamin Buchholz, who sold his short story, "Heisenberg's Uncertainty" to Anemone Sidecar. {Anemone Sidecar bought a long poem