Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they chat with author Aparna Verma about her debut novel The Phoenix King, her love of Pokémon (and Charizard), bridging the gap between Indian and American cultures, her writing journey from self-pub to traditional publishing, how The Boy with Fire evolved into The Phoenix King, approaches to writing complex and captivating characters, science fantasy, why fire is awesome and much more.
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COVER REVEAL: Atoned (The Wardens #1) by Steve J. McHugh
Blurb Civil War tore across the Union Empire, leaving countless dead in its wake. It was a war started by one man, once beloved by the Empire. His betrayal still lingers in the memory of those who lived through it. Decades later, his son, Felix Drake, is a Warden tasked with both protecting the ruling […]
IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE: AUK Studios Ltd acquires Spiteful Puppet Entertainment Ltd
AUK Studios is pleased to confirm it has acquired Spiteful Puppet Entertainment. Andrew Swaisland and Gary Haberfield, directors of Spiteful Puppet, said: “With both companies already having worked together on multiple award-winning audio projects, and with Andrews UK (the sister company to AUK Studios) providing the global distribution for Spiteful Puppet for many years, it […]
5 underrated books as good as Wheel of Time
5 underrated books that are as good as Wheel of Time
Author Chat: Jeremy Szal (Stormblood and Blindspace)
If you’ve read Jeremy Szal’s books, then you’ll probably still be on an adrenaline high. He’s an absolute master of character-driven, action-packed, insanely addictive sci-fi. His spin on space-opera is unlike anything else out there, and it’s very, very cool. I was lucky enough to speak with him about his writing process, his first two […]
TBRCon2023 Highlight: A New Golden Age of Space Opera (Panel)
Every week, we are highlighting a panel from TBRCon2023, looking back on the amazing variety of panels that we had the honor of hosting.
This week, join moderator/podcaster Adrian M. Gibson and authors Adrian Tchaikovsky, Paul McAuley, Aliette de Bodard, N.E. Davenport and Jonathan Nevair for a TBRCon2023 author panel on “A New Golden Age of Space Opera.”
Enjoying Baldur’s Gate 3? Try these books!
If you’re loving Baldur’s Gate 3 right now, then you need to check out these books!
COVER REVEAL: Whispers from the Poisoned Isle (Jekua #4) by Travis M. Riddle
Just in case you need refreshers on Books 1-3 😀 Blurb Yuluhu Island was once a thriving ecosystem, but now it’s a toxic wasteland. After barely surviving the attack on the Makanuele Rumble, Balt and Alani set out with their friends on a dangerous journey across the island to find a laboratory that might hold […]
30 Fantasy Books Featuring Dragonriders
What fantasy reader hasn’t imagined themselves soaring above the clouds on the back of a beautiful and majestic dragon. Having a bond with a creature that inspires awe and terror has been the dream of many. Not to mention the added bonus of the ability to rain down fire and death on your enemies. I’ve […]
SFF Addicts Ep. 66: Real Cultures as Inspiration with Gabriela Romero Lacruz (Mini-Masterclass)
Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they delve into a mini-masterclass on Real Cultures as Inspiration with author Gabriela Romero Lacruz. During the episode, Gabriela unpacks different facets of culture, including what culture means, countercultures, SFF as a reflection of our world, immersive worldbuilding, pulling from real cultures vs. creating your own, research, cultural appropriation and more.
BOOK TOUR: Starlight Jewel (Gifts of the Auldtree #1) by E.L. Lyons – Excerpt
Book Information Starlight Jewel by E.L. LyonsSeries: Gifts of the Auldtree TrilogyGenre: Dark FantasyIntended Age Group: AdultPages: 493Published: September 13, 2022Publisher: Self Published Book Blurb Axly, the Starlight Company’s premier seductress-thief and assassin, will do whatever it takes to keep her human brother hidden. The secrets of his origin could tear their world apart, and […]
TBRCon2023 Highlight: What Makes a Compelling Character Ensemble? (Panel)
Every week, we are highlighting a panel from TBRCon2023, looking back on the amazing variety of panels that we had the honor of hosting.
This week, join moderator/author Scott Drakeford and authors Nicholas Eames, Josiah Bancroft, M.J. Kuhn and Ren Hutchings for a TBRCon2023 author panel on “What Makes a Compelling Character Ensemble?”