If you want to read gripping stories that don’t rely on sex, swearing, and graphic violence—you’ve come to the right place! DEEP MAGIC is an electronic magazine that publishes clean short fiction in the fantasy and science fiction genres (epic, paranormal, steampunk, etc). Our issues are also filled with author interviews, art features, book reviews and tips for writers. This month, we have five amazing short stories, including Mongrel by New York Times bestselling author, Maria V. Snyder! We also have an interview for all those interested in the Hollywood side of publishing with Matt Sugarman. As always, we found great novel excerpts for you to check out as well, including Tricia Levenseller’s lastest book, Daughter of a Pirate King, and our friend, Emily King’s next installment in her One Hundredth Queen series! – What He Offered the River by Aimee Ogden – If a Man Falls in the Forest by Tyler Young – The Most Reasonable House in Faerie by Dafydd Mckimm – Levi’s Problem by Brendon Taylor – Mongrel by NYT bestselling author, Maria V. Snyder – Interview with Hollywood Attorney, Matt Sugarman – Novel excerpt of Daughter of a Pirate King by Tricia Levenseller – Novel excerpt of The Fire Queen by breakout bestselling debut author, Emily King