This episode of the Drabblecast presents “Bears Discover Fire,” by Terry Bisson. We examine and interpret humanity through anthropomorphism. When bears discover fire, stop hibernating, …

WARNING! The further down the timeline you get, the more chance you have of encountering (mild) spoilers. Ideally, these shorts should be read alongside the novels. All of these shorts, along with many more, are available in AUTUMN: THE HUMAN CONDITION. Day 1 Amy Steadman – part i Jim Harper The Classroom (excerpt from Autumn) Brigid Culthorpe Donna Yorke (excerpt from Autumn: The City) Sheri Newton Sonya Farley Karen Chase Harry Stayt Peter Guest Gary Keele Jackie Soames Juliet Appleby Jacob Flynn – part i Philip Evans – part i Beginning to Disintegrate: Webb Day 3 Amy Steadman – part…