How to Read an Anthology

The subject of this post might seem silly, even condescending. You already know how to read, or you wouldn’t have gotten this far into my post.

Perhaps I should have titled it ‘How to Get the Most Enjoyment Out of Reading an Anthology,’ but that’s too long and cumbersome.

I have some experience with anthologies. I’ve read many dozens of them, my stories have appeared in sixteen of them, and I’ve recently co-edited one. Allow me to share my recommended eight steps for thoroughly enjoyin...