Sci-Fi Mags Acquired: A New Era Begins?

The sci-fi publishing world is buzzing! Asimov's, Analog, and Fantasy & Science Fiction—the genre's 'big three'—have been acquired by Steven Salpeter. While concerns about a single company controlling the market exist, the overall sentiment among authors is optimistic. Salpeter, a known sci-fi fan, reportedly plans to maintain print editions and the current editorial teams. Meanwhile, the future of Baen Books remains uncertain, with rumors of involvement from Peter Thiel's investment group fueling intense industry debate.