Letter from the Editors 'Twas the night before deadline And the editors wondered Would an E-Spec poem Be such a blunder? Common sense no deterrent and having no masters the editors pressed on and created this disaster. If you should ask: What treats will appear? Our presents are stories, not flying reindeer. First on our list a hilarious story, a tale called "Dennis" by Nathan Ehret. Like the season this issue is merry a lot especially Sarina Dorie and her "Aladdin's Neti Pot." The ghost of the past brings Lane Cohen's jam; Get blown away by "Best's Laid Plans." "Corrie's Song" is Michael Haynes' tale with a girl from the dead, a pale nightingale. The "Plight of Magi" by Tyler Bourassa features a heroine who really kicks ass-a. We interview author Ms. Cory Dale whose new novel will leave you biting your nails. In Editor's Corner our own Lesley Smith delivers a story that should not be missed. And to all of you we say "Season Greetings!" Have a New Year of happiness with lots of great reading!