A poem by Shane Johnstone 

A short story by Jack Somers

A magnificently dark tale of obsession. By Vhairi Slaven

A poem by Fiona Ritchie Walker

Her captivating pictorial promotions champion small publishers and little known authors, and shine some light amidst contemporary gloom. Patrick Small meets writer Amy Long to discuss literary solidarity, genius cover design and why it had to be Taylor

Photographer Yaz Norris explores the world of light and shadow.

Alistair Braidwood enjoys getting lost in Seacrest, the fictional town of scheming cineastes in Kirsti Wishart’s latest book The Projectionist

We publish original art and invite writers to submit stories inspired by the work

Isao Takahata’s stunning fable The Tale of Princess Kaguya is unlike any other major studio animation, writes Nathanael Smith

To achieve the democratic control which lies at the heart of demands for independence,  we must develop a credible currency plan – and soon,  writes Robin McAlpine

Nine years since he left the party, an exuberant annual celebration of the Cramps’ colourful frontman is still in full swing, writes Paul Robinson

A short story by Jack Somers

A poem by Stuart A. Paterson