Alchemy changes more than dross into gold. It changes steampunk stories into stories of magical transformation. These thirteen stories combine science and magic into do-not-miss alternate history stories that span the globe. Travel with a soul-stealing carnival, meet the Grand Dangoolie, put on some perfect perfume, and sample some magical chocolate. These adventures grace the pages of the most creative volume of Fiction River yet.

“If you haven’t checked out Fiction River yet, you should. There’s something for everyone.”

—Keith West, Adventures Fantastic

“… fans of the unconventional will be well satisfied.”

—Publishers Weekly on Fiction River: Pulse Pounders

Table of Contents

“The Rites of Zosimos” by Angela Penrose

“Heart” by Leslie Claire Walker

“Pennies for Portents” by Diana Benedict

“The Order of the Golden Grapefruit” by Sharon Joss

“The Perfect Perfume” by Anthea Sharp

“The Grand Dangoolie” by Ron Collins

“The Whirring Dreams of Aberrant Blood” by Cindie Geddes

“St. Jean & The Dragon” by Brenda Carre

“Weight in Gold” by Dory Crowe

“Heaven’s Flight” by Leigh Saunders

“Blood Moon Carnival” by Kim May

“Makes the World Go ’Round” by Kelly Cairo

“Myrtle’s Boxes” by Louisa Swann