The Starry Rift (Tiptree book)
The Starry Rift is a linked science fiction short story collection by James Tiptree, Jr first published in 1986 by Tor Books. It takes place in the same universe as several other works by Tiptree, most notably her 1985 novel Brightness Falls from the Air.
Contents
The Starry Rift contains the following stories:- "In the Great Central Library of Deneb University"
- "The Only Neat Thing to Do"
- * This novella has been widely referenced in Japanese pop culture, such as song titles and the anime Neon Genesis Evangelion, The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, & Zoku Owarimonogatari.
- "Good Night, Sweethearts"
- "Collision"
Awards
Though the collection itself did not garner any awards, the short story "The Only Neat Thing to Do" received several honors and nominations.- 1986 Nebula Award for Best Novella — Nominated
- 1986 SF Chronicle Award for Best Novella — Won
- 1986 Hugo Award for Best Novella — Nominated
- 1986 Locus Magazine Poll Award for Best Novella — First Place