David Pringle

Deep Ends: A Ballardian Anthology 2023 is the tenth (and last) edition of this popular, large-format, full colour annual anthology influenced by the life and work of J.G. Ballard. Deep Ends features a cover by renown artist James Marsh, and contributions from David Pringle, Andrew Frost, Maxim Jakubowski, Paul H. Williams, Lawrence Russell, The Hardlab, Dennis E. Bolen, Mike Bonsall, Rick McGrath, Paul A. Green, Mike Holliday, and Bernard Sigaud. Highlights include the final chapter of David Pringle's deeply researched JG Ballard chronology, featuring 1992 to 2007; Rick McGrath's extensive interview with James Marsh; imaginary letters by Maxim Jakubowski; fiction by Lawrence Russell, Dennis E. Bolen, Bernard Sigaud, and Paul A. Green; artwork by Andrew Frost, Paul A. Williams, The Hardlab, and Mike Holliday; and a contest by Mike Bonsall.

This essential reference book details everything the novice needs to know about the genre and everything the well-read fan is calling out for. Lavishly illustrated and expertly informed, it is edited by Tim Dedopulos and David Pringle, editor and co-founder of the internationally acclaimed Interzone magazine, and features forewords by legendary authors Terry Pratchett and Ben Aaronovitch. They have assembled a team of expert contributors to compile a visually stunning, informative and fascinating guide to the world of fantasy, from its origins and early trailblazers to the cultural phenomena of today's mega fantasy properties.