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~ After 32 years of publishing in print form, Ascent has moved on line.  New work is published just as soon as we find it, so check back often to see what’s new.  The most recent selections in each genre are always listed here on the main page.  The complete collection of everything since we moved on line can be found by clicking the genre link on top.

~ Readers from 96 countries and counting!

~ Check out the Archives button on the right!  As often as possible, we will post favorite work from the print issues of Ascent to the on line format.  Check back often.

~ Don’t forget about the Readers Blog.  Join the current discussion or start a new topic–it’s your space here at Ascent.

~ For information about our new format, click on the “News and Comments” button on top.