We are dedicating this issue to the late Michael Wayne Holland, a beloved member of Laguna Writers for eight years. His recent loss sent a ripple of sadness throughout the community; he will be missed. Thankfully, his voice will live on through his published work. Our issue starts with Michael’s ‘Retribution,’ posted shortly before his passing.  For more of his incredible work, please see his blog: http://tigerinosf.blogspot.com

Also in this issue, we have more pieces about loss and longing for El Dia de Los Muertos, a bat and other scary things for Halloween, and some hot dancing at the end.

Our amazing writers are Michael Wayne Holland, Kate Nitze, Sharon H. Smith, Merijane Block, Elizabeth Terzakis, Sasha Blackshear, Ann Kim, Kaye Lesley Cleave, and Christopher McClean.

Enjoy!