We are ecstatic to announce our latest release: It Takes A Village: An Optimistic Anthology Speculating about the Meaning of Care. As the subtitle implies, the anthology collects science-fiction and fantasy are stories to uplift and make you think about care and compassion from some of the best indie voices in the speculative fiction community.

Today we’d like to unveil the cover of the anthology, entice you with promises of mind-bending tales, and lure any advance readers interested in a review copy.

The anthology will be released on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2024. Mothers are often the first person we know who cared for us, and as the years went by and roles reversed we end up showing them care in return. The stories in the anthology go further. What if taking time off to care for others was a smart career move? How do we care for mother earth? What is the social contract and duty of care of society with its leaders? Its gods?

The anthology includes stories exploring:

• Utopian and Dystopian futures
• Assorted gods (old and new)
• A criminal trial
• Colony ships and interstellar travel
• Shadowy government agencies
• The tangible benefits of compassion
• Fantasy social justice
• Artificial Intelligence (of various flavors)
• The meaning and merit of care

We are honoured to include some of the most engaging and interesting voices in indie SciFi and Fantasy. It Takes A Village includes original stories by:

• Anaïs Chartschenko
• Assaph Mehr
• Cindy Tomamichel
• Douglas Lumsden
• Eric Klein
• Jane Jago
• Joyce C Mandrake
• Kody Boye
• Marie-Hélène Lebeault
• Meir Michael Fogel
• Ulff Lehmann

We include an introduction to the theme by Dr Hila Fogel-Yaari, and a special foreword by
Allison Maynard-Gibson, K.C., Past president, International Women’s Forum.

This anthology brings together a compelling collection of stories that explore the profound impact of care on the human experience. From futuristic societies to intimate personal narratives, each tale delves into what it means to support one another in a world that’s often indifferent. Through the eyes of seasoned authors and fresh voices alike, this anthology unravels the threads of altruism that connect us, inviting readers to reflect on the ways we impact each other’s lives. Perfect for anyone who cherishes the power of giving and receiving care, these stories not only speculate but inspire.

Interested?

It Takes A Village is available for pre-order on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, and other retailers in both eBook and paperback.

If you would like to support these important themes, learn more about what the future could look like, or just can’t wait — we are looking for advance-copy readers.

You can get your own ARC copy right now via StoryOrigin:

https://storyoriginapp.com/reviewcopies/1e15022a-ffc4-11ee-9b13-830db51e3b84

Or contact us if you have any questions.