Between Worlds: The IF Anthology of New Indian SFF, Vol 1 Edited by Gautam Bhatia

SPECULATIVE FICTION REDEFINED: BOLD, RAW, AND RADICALLY INDIAN.

Step into the "liminal spaces" of Indian storytelling with Between Worlds, the debut anthology from the IF collective. Moving beyond the traditional "best of" compilation, this collection is a curated inquiry into the current state of Indian Speculative Fiction (SFF), asking a single, powerful question: What is out there?

Edited by the acclaimed writer and constitutional lawyer Gautam Bhatia, this anthology brings together a vibrant tapestry of new voices. These stories don't just lean on tropes; they challenge them, blending the surreal with the urgent. Within these pages, you will encounter queer inter-species romances, navigate interplanetary mysteries, and confront the pressing realities of our times—climate change, surveillance, the encroaching shadows of AI, and the complexities of late-stage capitalism. Between Worlds is not just a collection of tales; it is a manifesto for the future of Indian SFF, capturing memory, identity, rebellion, and love through a lens that is distinctly, unapologetically original.

Why Between Worlds is a landmark anthology:

• Curated for Curiosity: An adventurous departure from typical anthologies, focusing on emerging voices and innovative, original storytelling.

• Diverse Speculative Landscapes: From the deeply personal to the cosmic, it explores the full breadth of the SFF genre.

• Urgent Themes: Confronts the major anxieties of the 21st century—AI, surveillance, and climate catastrophe—within the imaginative reach of speculative fiction.

• Expertly Edited: Brought to you by Gautam Bhatia, one of India’s most respected voices in science fiction and constitutional law.

Whether you are a lifelong fan of SFF or a newcomer looking for stories that push boundaries, Between Worlds is your gateway to the new frontier of Indian imagination.