Up the Rainbow. The Complete Short Fiction of Susan Casper

Susan Casper (1947-2017) had a comparatively limited, but very intense writing career. She collaborated with some of the biggest names in the field, attempted truly daring and innovative fiction, and then slipped away from writing as quietly as she’d originally started. As Michael Swanwick says in his introduction, the reason she stopped writing is a mystery. There came a point when she simply stopped, apparently satisfied with what she had accomplished.This collection of literary gems contains the two dozen stories that comprise Susan Casper’s fiction output, as well as several of her in-depth trip reports. It has been lovingly assembled by her husband, the multi-award winning author and editor Gardner Dozois."Worthy reading for any fan of science fiction or darker fantasy." —Publishers Weekly"…the stories deliver a powerful kick; Casper had the ability to bring the stuff of dreams and nightmares vividly into contact with everyday life.… If you’re a lover of short fiction, this is one that belongs on your must-read list.” —Analog"A lot of variety. A delightful glimpse into the world of this fascinating woman." —Analog“Whether she was writing about travel or over-protective mothers, unicorns or Pre-Raphaelite painters, Susan Casper always had something new and fascinating to say.” —Connie Willis“A vivid and compelling range of stories! A wonderful collection.” —Nancy Kress“Susan Casper’s work is witty, well-observed, with a bite that you can never quite fo...