The Next Anthology Has Been Canceled

It is with regret that I announce the cancelation of Deductions, Delinquents, and Detectives, BANJAXED’s next planned anthology.

A few weeks ago I suffered what I thought was a heart attack. After various tests and medications, I hope it was some other issue–but a heart is nothing upon which to gamble. It was suggested that I lessen my stress load and keep calm at all times, so I found myself choosing which of my large projects to cancel. Besides the anthology, I was co-writing/composing a major musical, writing an adult novel, and writing/illustrating a picture book for young readers. Of these projects it seems the anthology was the largest, as BANJAXED had received nearly 200 submissions to consider.

All stories and rights are herewith returned to their authors. I had thought to publish the anthology sometime in the future, but some authors have made their ire known to me, so it’s looks as though the project is dead in the water.

While I understand their frustration, I would hope the authors realize my health is my priority, and that they refrain from pillorying my name in public. This was not something I could control.

I am, however, extremely sorry, and no one is more disappointed concerning these turn of events more so than myself. We received some incredible stories, and it sickens me to note that I will not be the one to publish them.

BANJAXED undoubtedly will publish more anthologies in the future, and it is my wish that authors understand why this had to happen and will submit their work to us again. Till then, I wish you all the best of luck in finding homes for your fiction.

G.