[Dec. 11, 1960] Something Bright (the 1960 Galactic Stars!)

The chill of winter is finally here, heralding the end of a year.  It's time for eggnog, nutmeg, presents, pies, and family.  But more importantly, it's time for the second annual Galactic Stars awards. Forget the Hugos–here's what I liked best in 1960. In a tradition I began last year, I look back at all … Continue reading [Dec. 11, 1960] Something Bright (the 1960 Galactic Stars!)

[Oct. 30, 1960] Halloween Candy (the November 1960 Fantasy and Science Fiction)

With Halloween around the corner, one might have thought that there would have been an extra spooky issue of Fantasy and Science Fiction this month.  Nothing doing.  The current issue is nothing extraordinary, if not completely forgettable.  Having covered the end novellette in my last article, it's time to cover the rest of the magazine. … Continue reading [Oct. 30, 1960] Halloween Candy (the November 1960 Fantasy and Science Fiction)