Over the course of its first two issues, Avery has published some fantastic stories, from the likes of Stephen Dixon, Ander Monson, Dan Chaon, Chad Simpson, Ryan Call, and many others.  The issues are beautiful, with great covers and beautiful full-color art inside.  The only downside is that they were expensive to produce, and now Avery is having a little trouble putting out a third issue, as detailed in this post.  Now, I'd never ask you to donate to a magazine if it was just to support a failing enterprise, or because it's the right thing to do, but what I can do is tell you that the first two Avery issues are now available as a bundle for $10.  The issues are full of great stories, and buying them now will make it easier for Avery to publish another issue full of the same. 

It's an incredibly hard thing starting an independent print magazine, and I'd love to see Avery get past this rocky patch and continue on.  I've been following their efforts since they first announced they were forming a magazine, and I think their hearts are in the right place.  They've also got a great eye for publishing sharp new fiction by both established and emerging writers, and I think it would be a shame to see them disappear or diminish from the lit mag landscape.

Like I said, this isn't a plea for charity, just a chance to enjoy some great fiction at a reduced price.   The fact that you're doing some good is there if you need it, but the stories are definitely worth the ten bucks.