"The Science of Lost Futures," a book of short stories by Ryan Habermeyer, winner of the BOA Short Fiction Prize. Key details: Title: The Science of Lost Futures Author: Ryan Habermeyer Genre: Short stories, blending science fiction, magical realism, and modern-day folklore. Themes: Explores urban legends, internet hoaxes, and pseudoscience. Style: Features quirky humor and intelligent absurdity. Publication: Winner of the 2017 BOA Short Fiction Prize, published in 2018. Cover Art: Depicts an astronaut-like figure holding a heart-shaped balloon, with mathematical and Latin text in the background.