It is International Women’s Day and in honor of that I thought of listing 7 of my favorite leading ladies written by some of my favorite female authors across recent SFF! These characters are all different examples of womanhood and inspiring in their own respective ways.
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EXCERPT: To Those Willing to Drown by Mark Matthews
Blurb When Jewel Jordan dies from cancer, her father’s wish is to scatter the ashes inside their beloved Torch Lake. But after the grieving mother hears her daughter’s voice coming from inside the urn, how can she let the ashes go? Especially after a mysterious pastor begs her to keep them and promises to reunite her with her daughter’s spirit. Who […]
Review: Rhino: The Rise of a Warrior: A Hell Divers Novel by Nicholas Sansbury Smith
Synopsis “Conan meets Mad Max for a new generation.” –Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author In the brutal wasteland centuries after the nuclear apocalypse, a warrior baptized in blood will defy the brutal empire that has enslaved his people. Over two centuries have passed since the Third World War reduced civilization to ashes in a global […]
Review: Stone & Sky (#1) by Z.S. Diamanti
Synopsis First book in the award-winning classic style epic fantasy adventure series. Come fly away on griffin-back! Fly off to the world of Finlestia in this epic fantasy story for readers looking for adventure, magic, and just plain fun; a tale where friendships must overcome insurmountable odds and remind readers to never lose hope. From […]
TBRCon2025 Highlight: Writing a Successful Inciting Incident (with Philip Chase, Jenn Lyons, Evan Winter & More)
Every Friday, we’re highlighting a panel from the TBRCon2025 all-virtual SF/F/H convention, looking back on the incredible variety of discussions that we had the honor of hosting.
This week, join moderator/author/booktuber Philip Chase and authors Jenn Lyons, Evan Winter, Sung-il Kim, Rebecca Campbell and J.D.L. Rosell for a TBRCon2025 panel on “Writing a Successful Inciting Incident”.
Review: Babel by R.F. Kuang
Synopsis Traduttore, traditore: An act of translation is always an act of betrayal. 1828. Robin Swift, orphaned by cholera in Canton, is brought to London by the mysterious Professor Lovell. There, he trains for years in Latin, Ancient Greek, and Chinese, all in preparation for the day he’ll enroll in Oxford University’s prestigious Royal Institute […]
Review: Neon Noir (The Cyber City Saga #1) by Nina Voss
Neon Noir is a classic cyberpunk novel and a great starting point for anyone interested in the genre.
Guest Post Spotlight: Her Writhing Crown by L.A. Riemenschneider
I want to wish a very happy pub day to L.A. Riemenschneider and her debut novel Her Writhing Crown! L.A. Riemenschneider is a multi-genre author of all things fantasy and romance, using her books to stand in solidarity with those overcoming PTSD, trauma, endometriosis, and other life physical and mental health matters. Today I’m excited […]
COVER REVEAL: The Last Gasp Of Midnight by Thomas Howard Riley
Blurb A duel to the death in three parts. A conversation of sorts between the last two men left alive after a brutal battle. One soldier from each side. Both want to survive. Neither can walk away. Info on the Novelette This novelette is set in Thomas Howard Riley’s Luminaworld universe, and is a tale […]
Cover Reveal: Parallax (Sentient Stars #2) by Amber Toro
About Parallax From award-winning scifi fantasy author Amber Toro comes an action-packed sequel of galactic proportions. The tenuous alliances of the United Tribal Axis have fractured, breaking humanity into warring factions. Hinata finds himself fighting a losing war against an opponent that doesn’t play by the rules. While Freyja focuses all of her efforts on […]
Review: Helen of Wyndhorn by Tom King and Bilquis Evely
Synopsis: A gothic sword and sorcery epic graphic novel that’s Conan the Barbarian meets The Wizard of Oz. From Tom King and Bilquis Evely, the Eisner award-winning, bestselling creative team of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow. Review: By turns Conan The Barbarian, Turn of the Screw, and an Isekai adventure, Helen of Wyndhorn shouldn’t work but it does. Oh, does it […]
Book Review: Guard in the Garden by Z.S. Diamanti
TL;DR Review: A cozy, heartwarming fantasy story that does a wonderful job of exploring PTSD and finding a purpose in post-military life. Synopsis: Embark on a wholesome journey of healing and self-discovery. A cozy fantasy tale of forging new friendships and overcoming fears. A quiet quest of family bonds and budding romance. From dragon fire […]