Books

December 15, 2023

Review: A Sign of the Times by Joe Hill

Subterranean Press is one of the most exciting publishers out there in the horror and weird fiction space. They publish special and limited editions of works by your favorite authors while also publishing new and innovative fiction from cult favorites and acclaimed authors. Recently, Sub Press has been providing free e-books by notable authors on… Continue reading

Books, Horror, Novellas/Short Stories, Speculative, Uncategorized

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December 10, 2023

Back Shelf Review: Elder Race by Adrian Tchaikovsky

Welcome back to Back Shelf Sundays, where I review backlist titles I didn’t get a chance to read when they were first published. I do this every week to ensure I’m reading more than just newly released and forthcoming titles. This week’s title is Elder Race by Adrian Tchaikovsky, which was nominated for the 2022… Continue reading

Books, Fantasy, Novellas/Short Stories, Science Fiction, Speculative, Uncategorized

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December 9, 2023

Review – Doctor Who: Ten Days of Christmas by Steve Cole

Am I ready for today’s episode of Doctor Who? Absolutely. Am I prepared to lose David Tennant and the Fourteenth Doctor? Not at all. While I am thrilled and excited about Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor, I needed more time with Ten/Fourteen. I found this holiday anthology of stories with Ten and Fourteen and couldn’t pass… Continue reading

Books, Doctor Who, Pop Culture, Uncategorized, YA

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December 8, 2023

Marvel Novel Review- Loki: Journey Into Mystery by Katherine Locke

Loki has to be the best anti-hero in popular culture. Everyone loves the god of lies and mischief, regardless of what form he takes. In 2011, Kieron Gillen and Marvel Comics gave us the first comic in what would become the massive Loki: Journey Into Mystery collection. This young version of Loki, godling of lies,… Continue reading

Audiobooks, Books, Fantasy, marvel, Science Fiction, Uncategorized, YA

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December 5, 2023

Review: Nothing But The Rain by Naomi Salman

With all the speculative and science fiction I read, it’s not often that a book manages to completely surprise me. Nothing But The Rain did just that. With its constant rain, memory puzzles, and heart-shattering revelations, this little novella kept me hooked from beginning to end. Title: Nothing But The Rain Author: Naomi Salman Publisher:… Continue reading

Books, Novellas/Short Stories, Speculative, Uncategorized

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December 3, 2023

Back Shelf Review: And What Can We Offer You Tonight by Premee Mohamed

Welcome back to Back Shelf Sundays, where I review backlist titles I didn’t read when they were first published. I do this every week to ensure I’m reading more than just newly released and forthcoming titles. There are so many good books already out there! This week’s book is And What Can We Offer You… Continue reading

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December 2, 2023

Indie Book Review: Twisted Vessels by Jaysee Jewel

My favorite days are days I get to share incredible indie-published books with you. Twisted Vessels is a perfect example of an indie book that deserves all the hype of traditionally published books. Jaysee Jewel has created a massive fantasy world perfect for those who enjoyed Mistborn, Dungeons & Dragons, The Gilded Wolves, and Six… Continue reading

Books, Fantasy, Indie Books, Science Fiction, Uncategorized

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November 30, 2023

New Release Review: Bradbury Weather by Caitlín R. Kiernan

Kiernan is one of the greats in the sf/f/h space; you might recognize her from Agents of Dreamland or one of her mini-series in The Sandman universe. Although Kiernan is mostly known for her weird and horror fiction, she has also written a lot of speculative and science fiction throughout her career. Bradbury Weather collects… Continue reading

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November 26, 2023

Back Shelf Review: Ogres by Adrian Tchaikovsky

Welcome back to Back Shelf Sundays, where I review backlist titles I didn’t read when they were first published. I do this each week to ensure I’m reading more than just newly released and forthcoming titles; there are just so many good books out there. This week’s book is Ogres by Adrian Tchaikovsky. You probably… Continue reading

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November 25, 2023

Audiobook Review: The Phoenix King by Aparna Verma

The Phoenix King is an epic sci-fantasy filled with deadly fire, organized crime, royal prophecies, and a desert that hides its secrets. When I saw it also had three POVs, morally grey characters, and a South-Asian-inspired fantasy world, I was sold. From the moment I started The Phoenix King on audio, it felt like I… Continue reading

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