To be blunt, I’m not a big reader of short story collections. It’s something that has been a sore spot in my reading history, and something I’ve wanted to amend—at some point. Maybe it’s just that I haven’t found the right collection, or there’s a part of me that connects much more deeply with a novel. But, when I was presented with the opportunity to read and review Janelle Monáe’s new sci-fi collection, The Memory Librarian and Other Stories of Dirty Computer, I was able to slip past whatever mental hurdle I had and dove right in. As a fan of Monáe’s music and amazing concept albums, it came as no surprise that the world and atmosphere of these five stories (which are actually more like novelette length) bleed off the page. While not all of the stories succeed, the interconnected nature of this rich world and its poignant themes makes this collection a worthwhile investment.
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SPFBO 7 Finalist Review: Burn Red Skies by Kerstin Espinosa Rosero
From Jared Besse: I’ve loved getting to read through the different SPFBO books this year. It’s been a blast to see each book and their different styles over the course of the past year. This is one of my personal favorites, so I’m excited to talk about it a bit here. See below for a […]
GUEST REVIEW FEATURING ANAMAURIN CONLEY: Pacey Packer Unicorn Tracker (Book 1) by J.C. Phillipps
Synopsis Introducing a brand-new middle-grade graphic novel series with attitude that’s just right for fans of Babymouse and Real Friends, and for anyone who loves—or hates!—unicorns! Pacey’s little sister, Mina, has always said her stuffed unicorn, Slasher, is real—but seriously? He’s a stuffed toy! Then again, he does seem to be leading Mina outside her […]
Review: Gallant by V.E. Schwab
I make no secret of the fact that V.E. Schwab is one of my favourite authors, and one of my auto-buy authors. I’d had Gallant on pre-order for a long time and couldn’t wait for it’s release.
I feel like recently Schwab’s writing has become more dream-like and whimsical than some of her earlier books. Gallant is no different. Alongside the illustrations and not-quite tangible elements to the plot Gallant turns into a haunting exploration of a family and their secrets. There isn’t a crazy huge plot and actually its far more of a character-based story that has some more intense moments.
Book Tour/Review: Duckett & Dyer: Dicks for Hire by G. M. Nair
Duckett and Dyer: Dicks for Hire is great, interdimensional fun … wait, interdimensional? Yes, and they’re amateur detectives. This is a great, quick read for anyone who loves books like the Stranger Times series and Rivers of London – both of those being series I enjoy so I immediately felt comfortable, cozy reading this book. The characters are real, flawed and the plot entertaining.
Author Q&A with Thiago Abdalla
Hey friend! Welcome to my first ever author Q&A for FanFiAddict! My first interview is with an author whom I’m newly aquatinted with but fell in love with their debut novel, A Touch of Light, book 1 of the The Ashes of Avarin series. His name is Thiago Abdalla and I think you’ll enjoying hearing […]
Book Review/Tour: Duckett & Dyer: Dicks for Hire by G.M. Nair
Synopsis Michael Duckett is fed up with his life. His job is a drag, and his roommate and best friend of fifteen years, Stephanie Dyer, is only making him more anxious with her lazy irresponsibility. Things continue to escalate when they face the threat of imminent eviction from their palatial 5th floor walk-up and find […]
Book Tour and Excerpt: Merchants of Knowledge and Magic (The Pentagonal Dominion #1) by Erika McCorkle
Hello everyone and welcome to my (second) stop on the Escapist Book Tours book tour for Erika McCorkle’s epic fantasy novel Merchants of Knowledge and Magic! I already posted a spotlight over on my Instagram account, but I wanted to follow that up by also posting an excerpt from the book just to give everyone a little taste of what they can find between the covers!
AUTHOR CHAT with DAVID DALGLISH (Author of The Bladed Faith)
Join David as he chats with author David Dalglish about his newest fantasy novel, The Bladed Faith (Vagrant Gods #1), which was released on 4/5/22 from Orbit Books. Dalglish also dives into his writing process, why you should start his newest series, and how being that nerdy quiet kid has its many advantages. Website: http://ddalglish.com/wp/ […]
SFF Addicts Ep. 17: Writing Sequels (with Gareth L. Powell, Andrea Stewart, Dan Fitzgerald & E. G. Radcliff)
Join host Adrian M. Gibson and authors Gareth L. Powell, Andrea Stewart, Dan Fitzgerald and E. G. Radcliff as they crack open the mysteries of writing sequels. During the panel they discuss what sequels can offer a story and its characters, what goes into planning a series, misconceptions about the dreaded “sophomore slump,” series-related pitfalls, transitioning from one series to another and much more.
Review: The Hunger of the Gods (The Bloodsworn Trilogy #2) by John Gwynne
The Hunger of the Gods is the second in John Gwynne’s Bloodsworn Trilogy, and one of the most anticipated fantasy releases of 2022. I loved the first book, as well (read my of The Shadow of the Gods), so I was looking forward to reading this one, as well. Let there be no doubt – it did not disappoint.
The Wolf Den (Wolf Den Trilogy #1) by Elodie Harper
A gorgeously written historical fiction novel set in a Pompeii brothel, following the life of a cunning and daring enslaved woman named Amara. Enlightening, engaging, and harrowing.