Welcome to Shimmer Magazine! We publish contemporary fantasy short stories, with a few ventures into science fiction or horror, and the stories tend to be tinged with sorrow (though we’re not averse to the occasional funny tale). Our stories have been reprinted in Best American Fantasy 3 and Rich Horton’s Year’s Best Fantasy and Science Fiction.

Fabulous Reviews!

“There is a particular mood to the magazine, like you’re walking alone along a foggy road at midnight with only the sound of your breath echoing against the mist.” –Beth Cato

“…Whimsical, beautifully written and presented, and with thoughtful stories.”–Not if You Were the Last Short Story.

“Unfailingly well written, which gives hope for the future of the genre. … Read this issue of Shimmer to get a look at the future giants of the field.”–Tangent Online

Coming Soon: Issue 19!

Shimmer #19 boldly goes where no other issue of Shimmer has gone before, blazing new paths into the speculative fiction community we love so well. We are excited about this new direction, and hope you will join us! CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT OUR PREVIEW