Hello all for the 4th, and very special issue of The Observatory.You, yes, you, can help us with the judging of the Orion Awards! How? Well, this issue covers many ways you can help out extensively, or maybe even just momentarily, so that this year’s Orion Awards run smoothly. Well, "you haven't told me how yet." Just keep reading…!

This issue mainly emphasizes this years Orion Awards, for which nominations end in 5 days! Yes, that means you need to nom your favorite fic soon or it might not be judged! We also have a synopsis of last year’s Orion Awards and an interview with our Judge Coordinator and last year’s Best Overall Winner, The White Lily. Also, the judging process will be explained.

Our goals for this issue were to make sure you, our loyal readers and you also who are new readers, know that you can help us in the upcoming Orion Awards by doing various things. We want to keep you informed.

Feedback, comments, questions, and submissions are all sent to the theorionobservatory@gmail.com or you can head on over to the Orion Awards Forums and place your feedback there! All feedback is always welcome!

Eterah,
Executive Editor of The Observatory