Binary, by Rajan Khanna

[Analog]

★★☆☆☆

(SF Exploration) The probe to a binary star carries a drone that hosts a copy of Shalvi’s mind. She’s there for a mysterious artifact, but simply managing the drone body proves a challenge by itself. (6,468 words; Time: 21m)

All In, by Rajan Khanna

[Lightspeed]

★★★★★ Shattering

(Old-West Fantasy) Two men seeking a better understanding of the decks of magic cards they carry find trouble instead. (9,961 words; Time: 33m)