Steampunk fans will rejoice in the appearance of Altered America, collecting Nebula and World Fantasy Award-nominated author Cat Rambo's steampunk fantasies, including "Clockwork Fairies," "Snakes on a A Train," and "Her Windowed Eyes, her Chambered Heart," into a single book. Rambo's wry humor, precise and evocative descriptions, and ability to create a world with a few deft touches are showcased in these ten tales.Rambo has a gift for immersing her reader into a vivid universe full of adventure, sensuality, wit, and poignant observation. -Jody Lynn Nye"Cat Rambo is endlessly innovative, ingenious, and just plain entertaining. Read her stories."--Kevin J. Anderson, New York Times bestselling author of The Dark Between the Stars.Highly recommended for anyone who enjoyed "The Wild, Wild West" and other steampunk stories.

-Galaxy's Edge Magazine"A sparkling collection from one of the brightest talents in the field." -Ursula VernonIncludes "Clockwork Fairies," "Rare Pears and Greengages," "Laurel Finch, Laurel Finch, Where Do You Wander?", Darrell Award nominee "Memphis BBQ," "Rappacini's Crow," "Her Windowed Eyes, Her Chambered Heart," "Snakes On a Train," "Web of Blood and Iron," "Ticktock Girl" and "Seven Clockwork Angels.".