The author of our vibrant cover story has recently published a new novel,

American Woman

(Forge), and a collection of short stories,

The Moon Maid and Other Fantastic Adventures.

Several of the tales in this collection were first published in

Asimov’s

—including: “Gypsy Trade” (November 1992), “The Other Magpie” (April 1993), and “Werewolves of Luna” (December 1994).

In his latest story of star crashes, space pirates, bug-eyed monsters, sword fights, scantily clad hunks and hologram femmes fatales, Mr. Garcia has truly pcovided us with another fantastic and rewarding adventure.