Dreams and Swords

Once upon a time, we were all children, and short stories taught us how to read fiction. In the hands of a true storyteller, they can still take us back to the very heart of why we love to read—and Katherine V. Forrest is one of those true storytellers.

This collection of her short stories showcases the brilliance of her gift, displaying the scope of her imagination and the range of her voice. From the erotic speculation of "O Captain, My Captain" to the incisive investigation of homicide de...