The Nekra

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Dalton, A. 2024. The Nekra. Science Fiction Poetry Association.
TypeMagazine
TitleThe Nekra
AuthorsDalton, A.
Abstract

'The Nekra' is a speculative poem (dark sci-fi) by A J Dalton that appeared in the Spring 2024 (47.2) issue of Star*Line journal, the leading title of the Science Fiction Poetry Association (SFPA). The poems 'Digital Desire','Unwind' and 'Surface Tension', also by A J Dalton, appeared in previous issues.

KeywordsDalton; speculative poetry; Nekra; science fiction
Sustainable Development Goals3 Good health and well-being
Middlesex University ThemeCreativity, Culture & Enterprise
Publication or CollectionStar*Line Magazine
PublisherScience Fiction Poetry Association
Publication dates
PrintApr 2024
Publication process dates
Accepted13 Feb 2024
Deposited02 Apr 2024
Output statusPublished
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All rights reserved (under embargo)
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Restricted
Web address (URL)https://www.sfpoetry.com/sl/issues/starline47.2.html
LanguageEnglish
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