Today's Read Team Reactor’s 2024 Publishing Highlights
2024 has been a monumental year for Reactor, marked by a vibrant rebranding and a plethora of captivating stories. This year, we added 35 original narratives to our Reactor Originals collection, which spans a diverse range of genres.
Year in Review
Our catalog featured:
- 22 short stories
- 11 novelettes
- 2 novellas
- 5 reprints
This extensive library of speculative fiction encompasses everything from horror and hard sci-fi to dark fantasy, folk tales, and alternate histories—an entire galaxy of narratives awaiting exploration.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the talented authors, illustrators, and editors whose contributions made these stories possible. We encourage readers to enjoy these works and consider nominating their favorites for prestigious awards such as the Hugos and Nebulas.
Ebook Bundles Available
For those who prefer a curated reading experience, Reactor offers our 2024 story bundles in ebook format. The available bundles include:
- Jan/Feb 2024: EPUB | PDF
- March/April 2024: EPUB | PDF
- May/June 2024: EPUB | PDF
- July/Aug 2024: EPUB | PDF
- Sept/Oct 2024 and Nov/Dec 2024: Coming soon!
Featured Short Stories
Liminal Spaces
By Maureen McHugh
Edited by Ellen Datlow
Illustrated by Katherine Lam
Word Count: 6,930 | Publication Date: January 17, 2024
This story follows an engineer whose frequent business travels lead her to uncharted airports.
Evan: A Remainder
By Jordan Kurella
Edited by Jonathan Strahan
Illustrated by Jess Vosseteig
Word Count: 4,500 | Publication Date: January 31, 2024
A twist of fate leaves Evan mysteriously expelling bones, adding to the peculiar mysteries of his new duplex.
Instar
By Karen Heuler
Edited by Ellen Datlow
Illustrated by Sarah Jarrett
Word Count: 5,000 | Publication Date: February 7, 2024
A mother searching for her daughter confronts dark local legends and a man she believes has answers.
Novelettes
Also, the Cat
By Rachel Swirsky
Edited by Jonathan Strahan
Illustrated by Rovina Cai
Word Count: 13,800 | Publication Date: January 10, 2024
Three feisty, stubborn sisters refuse to rest in peace, leading to an afterlife filled with rivalries.
Nine Billion Turing Tests
By Chris Willrich
Edited by Jonathan Strahan
Illustrated by Sara Wong
Word Count: 10,500 | Publication Date: February 21, 2024
Set in a post-apocalyptic Silicon Valley, a grieving man interacts with AI instead of real people.
Original Novellas
Have You Eaten?
By Sarah Gailey
Edited by Ruoxi Chen
Illustrated by Shing Yin Khor
Word Count: 26,310 | Publication Dates: April 2-5, 2024
This serialized novella explores a group of resilient characters who nurture one another amidst a perilous world.
Spill
By Cory Doctorow
Edited by Patrick Nielsen Hayden
Illustrated by Will Staehle
Word Count: 31,800 | Publication Date: September 24, 2024
This Little Brother novella tackles themes of security, community, and redemption through mutual aid.
Reprints
Reduce! Reuse! Recycle!
By TJ Klune
Edited by Ali Fisher
Illustrated by Sixian Wang
Publication Date: June 12, 2024
The story follows an android’s final week of exploration before undergoing mandatory reprogramming, set as a poignant precursor to Klune’s larger work.
This article has been structured to provide a clear overview of Reactor’s significant contributions and publications throughout 2024 while maintaining a neutral and professional tone. Each section breaks down the content in a scannable format suitable for online readers.
