Reader's Pick for September

Apologies for the delay, folks; we didn't forget you.

September's Reader's Pick Award goes to E.J. Kavounas, for Love Hack, winning the contest with a landslide. Congratulations!

Along with the cash award, the Reader's Pick also carries a lovely medal to decorate the story art, as well as invaluable bragging rights.

We'd also like to let you know about our three Honorable Mentions:

• Omni-Body Technologies, by Joshua Mannix

• The Mouth Beneath the Mountain, by Sophie Lennox

• Buddy, by J. Millard Simpson

While there's no cash prize for Honorable Mention — as they say, "Second place is first loser"* — these awards do come with substantial prestige and the sincere esteem of one's peers. Not to mention their equally sincere envy.

Remember: Voting is already underway for next month's Reader's Pick. Rocket Early, Rocket Often, people! Our writers are counting on you.