The magazine is owned and edited by science fiction and fantasy author Marion Zimmer Bradley. She is best known for Mists of Avalon and the Darkover books. Ms. Bradley brings years of experience to her magazine, which provides good stories. Her talented editing brings a good mix of stories that readers can enjoy.
Each issue is well balanced with stories and features. There is one cover story by an established author and several other stories. An interview with an author is usually available each issue as well as an article about writing for aspiring writers. It is very difficult for a reader not to find something to like in the magazine.
The fiction in each issue varies greatly from High Fantasy to Dark Fantasy. Stories range from serious to humorous and all the differences between. Some of the authors to appear have been Jo Clayton, Mercedes Lackey, Janny Wurts, etc. There are many new authors of vivid imagination too.
Excellent art work adds to the beauty of the magazine. The covers are done in full color by artists like Geroge Barr, Alicia Austin, and many more. Every story is illustrated in black and white with clear vivid images. They help the reader visualize the fantasy worlds depicted in the stories.
Their web sit at "http://www.mzbfm.com" is another asset of the magazine. Here you will find news, articles on writing, and information about Ms. Bradley's books and other endeavors. The site is done in colors easy on the eyes. It is easy to navigate too. Updated on a fairly regular basis, a person can find new things of interst every time.
If you are looking for a magazine of excellent short Fantasy, try this one. With its stories, features and art work, the magazine is not to be missed. The magazine provides great adventures into fantasy worlds.
Please start a discussion of this topic if you are interested and let me know what you think of the magazine if you have read it.
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