REVIEW: “The Lonely Eldritch Hearts Club” by Faith Allington

Review of Faith Allington, “The Lonely Eldritch Hearts Club,” Flash Fiction Online 137 (February 2025): 18-21 — Purchase here. Reviewed by Sara L. Uckelman.

I’ve never had to partake in online dating fora myself, but I’ve heard the horror stories. Given how bad actuality is, could it be any worse to swipe right on an eldritch beast instead? Not according to this absolutely sweet and romantic little story of love and heartbreak.

REVIEW: “This Rapturous Blooming” by Faith Allington

Review of Faith Allington, “This Rapturous Blooming,” Flash Fiction Online 131 (August 2024): 12-15 — Purchase here. Reviewed by Sara L. Uckelman.

ATTN: WorldCon readers who attended the “Fungi and SFF” panel — this is a story for you!

It’s a “mad scientist” story unlike the usual “mad scientist” story; the protagonist isn’t clinically insane because she’s actually right — it’s just that no one is willing to believe her. But isn’t what just what madness is, adhering to a reality that no one else sees?