[Saskatoon, SK / April 20, 2026] — Worldstone Publishing is inviting readers to dive back into the unknown with Summer of Sci-Fi and Fantasy: Vol. 5, the newest annual entry in its growing anthology series celebrating imaginative, genre-spanning short fiction.
With Volume Five, Worldstone continues its mission of bringing together science fiction and fantasy stories that surprise, entertain, and linger. The new collection offers readers a fresh mix of speculative storytelling, showcasing the kind of big ideas, strange worlds, memorable characters, and unexpected turns that make short fiction such a powerful form.
Edited by Worldstone Publishing founder Dustin Bilyk, A Summer of Sci-Fi and Fantasy: Vol. 5 builds on the momentum of a series that has steadily carved out a place for readers who want variety, energy, and discovery in one collection. Rather than sticking to a single tone or narrow theme, the anthology embraces the full range of speculative fiction, making it an ideal read for fans who want adventure, wonder, danger, and invention all in one volume.
“We’ve made it a prerogative of ours, since the very beginning, to showcase a wide range of sub-genres in our anthologies,” said Bilyk. “The result is we open submissions to nearly every speculative fiction writer out there working in short fiction. It’s a lot of work, yeah. But the best part? We get to handpick the greatest stories in a massive pool, and we’re not restricted by theme or genre. That usually leaves us with 20+ world-class stories every single year.”
The anthology also features Nicholas Yanes, Ph.D., among its contributors. Known for his work across journalism, criticism, and speculative storytelling, Yanes brings another distinct voice to a collection designed to highlight the breadth of contemporary sci-fi and fantasy writing.
“I’m thrilled to be part of this anthology. Not only does it give me the chance to share one of my stories with readers, but it also reflects what Worldstone does so well: championing up-and-coming writers who are passionate about telling distinctive, memorable stories,” said Yanes.
For longtime followers of the series, Volume Five promises another strong entry in Worldstone Publishing’s annual summer tradition. For new readers, it offers an accessible jumping-on point and a chance to discover a wide array of voices in one place. And if you’re interested in reading more than just Volume Five this summer? Every volume will be available in this year’s rewards.
Readers, reviewers, and fans of speculative fiction can learn more about the campaign and support A Summer of Sci-Fi and Fantasy: Vol. 5 on Kickstarter at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/scifiandfantasy/a-summer-of-sci-fi-and-fantasy-vol-5-short-story-anthology
About Worldstone Publishing
Worldstone Publishing is an independent Canadian publisher focused on science fiction, fantasy, and related speculative genres. Led by founder and editor Dustin Bilyk, the press has developed the Summer of Sci-Fi & Fantasy anthology series into an ongoing annual showcase for imaginative short fiction from a diverse range of writers.
