Bogi Takács Boeken

A non-binary teenager may be from a small town but they remember at least a dozen past lives; a young trans woman auditions as an anime voice actor while the world is ending; in a future of constant change and transformation, one person is hesitant to undergo the next metamorphosis; a trans man comes back home to discover his parents have added to the household an android that has his deadface installed. Award-winning editor Bogi Takács has assembled a stellar line-up of stories that explore the frontiers of gender--using the imaginative tools of speculative fiction.

"Lethe Press is excited to be releasing the debut short story collection by Bogi Takács. Takács may be known more for their recent editorial efforts, winning a Lambda Literary Award for Transcendent 2: The Year's Best Transgender Themed Speculative Fiction. But Takács is a talented storyteller and poet. An uplifted octopus finds a strange capsule in the water and wonders if one of the long-vanished humans might be found inside; a team of scientists perform some reverse-engineering on a space station and shapeshifting becomes political; and other tales of AI, hybrids, and the far future."--Publisher's description.

Exploring the intricate dynamics of social interactions, this book delves into the concept of community in a modern context. It examines how diverse groups form complex relationships, highlighting the challenges and benefits that arise from these interactions. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical examples, the narrative emphasizes the importance of understanding community structures to foster collaboration and resilience. Readers will find valuable perspectives on navigating the complexities of contemporary social landscapes.

These stories are sometimes grim, sometimes cheerful, sometimes quirky-but always full of emotion. Editor Takács has assembled a range of non-cis experiences: from an intergalactic art heist to the everyday life of a trans woman through the lens of horror movies; non-binary parenting in the far future, to steampunk adventure.