Looking for a taste of the very best science fiction, fantasy and horror short stories around? The first of an annual series, Focus 2012 collects an elite selection of work which has received acclaim via national and international Awards shortlisting.

Focus 2012: highlights of Australian short fiction features work by…

Joanne Anderton – "Sanaa's Army"

Thoraiya Dyer – "The Wisdom of Ants"

Robert Hood – "Escena de un Asesinato"

Kathleen Jennings – illustrations and cover art

Margo Lanagan – "Significant Dust"

Martin Livings – "Birthday Suit"

Jason Nahrung – "The Mornington Ride"

Kaaron Warren – "Sky"