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Where Science Meets Spellcraft: Building Worlds on the Edge of Magic and Math

“Magic's just science that we don't understand yet.” — Arthur C. Clarke, paraphrased. Science is a crucial element in science fiction stories, but for me, a creative, geeky, STEM girl, it’s crucial in the telling of great fantasy as well. The concept of “science as magic” was pretty much embedded…

H. Leighton DicksonNovember 3, 2025

Fiction

Housing the Heroine in “Cinder House”

If you asked me today, and if you'd asked me two years ago, I'd tell you I'm very fond of my house. It's nothing special. It's a townhouse surrounded by other townhouses that look just like it, forming a semicircle of beige brick at the end of a street. There's…

Freya MarskeNovember 18, 2025

Romance

Hotels, Devils and Keys to Unlock Secrets

Stephanie Garber is one of my auto-buy authors of all time, so I was on my toes jumping with excitement when I received a copy of Alchemy of Secrets. It was one of my most anticipated book releases of the year due to my need to read another Garber book…

Cemile AtarOctober 21, 2025

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Cliffhangers: How Readers Really Feel and Why This Author Loves Them So Much

I have a confession, y’all — I’m one of those readers who waits until an entire series is out before reading, just so I don’t have to suffer through cliffhangers. Did you gasp in outrage? You should, because I’m also one of those authors who loves to write them. I…

Abigail OwenOctober 23, 2025

Fiction

When War, Love and Oppression Collide: The Haunting Power of “Alchemised”

Alchemised by SenLinYu is a grim, tragic, bordering on horror, gothic fantasy. Even though it comes with a long list of trigger warnings, within its darkness lies one of the most breathtaking and beautiful stories I've ever read. This book doesn't just tug at your emotions; it absolutely consumes them,…

Kelsey HallSeptember 30, 2025

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Ravens, Rock Stars and Romance in Thrilling Tale of Magic and Mystery

One weakness is enough, and love is the deadliest. — Bertolt Brecht It’s a sentiment held by many heroes: the lonely story of those blessed with gifts that allow them to save friends and strangers alike, but curse them to a life of solitude. Because what happens when you hold…

Katie BloomerSeptember 17, 2025

Romance

“Dire Bound” Author Duo Sable Sorensen Talk Debut’s Skyrocket to Fame

One of the latest novels taking the romantasy world by storm is Dire Bound — the action-packed, swoon-worthy new title from Sable Sorensen that marks the launch of Hachette Book Group’s latest imprint, Requited. Dire Bound follows the fiery and fierce Meryn Cooper as she is thrust into the world…

Kiersten BjorkAugust 29, 2025

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Romance

Reluctant Healer and Reclusive Prince Drawn Together in Next Big Romantasy Series

Charlie N. Holmberg’s latest fantasy creation, The Shattered King, is a breath of fresh air for romantasy lovers. It boasts a unique magic system, exceptional worldbuilding and a romantic duo that will capture readers’ hearts. In a world over-saturated with Shadow Daddies and Pick Mes, this soft healer and humble…

Katie BloomerSeptember 11, 2025

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“Fourth Wing” Meets “The Hunger Games” in Debut Dark Romantasy Trilogy

Within the first few pages, I knew I was going to love Dire Bound by Sable Sorensen. This book — the first in a new romantasy trilogy — gripped me early on and didn’t let go. Dire Bound has all the best romantasy tropes: slow-burn romance, enemies-to-lovers, fated mates, “who…

Katie BloomerMarch 17, 2025

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Romance

Enemies-to-Lovers with Worldbuilding That Wows: Knightley’s Fantasy Is a Must-Read

The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightley is not your typical enemies-to-lovers story. It’s a rich, magical fantasy that blends political tension, dark humour and emotional depth so smoothly, I had to pause sometimes just to breathe. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to be pulled in this…

Sunday Juliet AdakuJuly 11, 2025

Fiction

From the Mines to Magic: Stacey McEwan’s Gripping Tale of Class, Power and Resistance

When I started The Forbidden Alchemy by Stacey McEwan, I honestly didn’t know what to expect. But by the time I finished the first few chapters, I was completely invested. This book is a rich blend of fantasy, rebellion, class struggle and coming-of-age wonder. It weaves all these elements into…

Sunday Juliet AdakuJuly 3, 2025

Fiction

Historic Coney Island Comes Alive in Dazzling Debut Romantasy

“There’s no being free on the outside without being free on the inside,” proclaims the Mighty Matthias in Venessa Vida Kelley’s lush and luminous debut novel, When the Tides Held the Moon. The themes of freedom, agency, self-empowerment, community and resilience play out in a nostalgia-tinged kaleidoscope in this…

JeriAnn GellerApril 30, 2025

Fiction

Grief, Ghosts and Good Food in Genre-Busting Debut, “Aftertaste”

What would you do if you could have one last meal with a loved one who passed away? This is the situation Konstantin Duhovny, also known as Kostya, finds himself in in Aftertaste by Daria Lavelle, a genre-bending novel that’s not your typical ghost story. The story unfolds as Kostya,…

Ashley IveyMay 21, 2025

Fiction

Gargoyles, Gods and Armored Girls in Rachel Gillig’s Haunting Gothic Romantasy

Simply put … this book is perfect. The Knight and the Moth is a beautiful tale of courage, growth and friendship that jumps off the page from the first sentence. It explores the power of storytelling and how history and tradition shape the future — whether we want them to…

Lydia LefevreMay 20, 2025

Fiction

Discover a World of Privilege and Power in Emily Tesh’s Sapphic Dark Academia

The Incandescent by Emily Tesh is the YA sapphic dark academia you didn’t know you needed! It blends richly layered fantasy with a dash of enemies-to-lovers romance, all set in a unique and intriguing academic setting. Tesh explores themes of love, loyalty and power in this fun romp into a…

Caleb ThomasMay 15, 2025

Fiction

“Shadowhunters” Author Cassandra Clare’s Explosive Adult Fantasy, “The Ragpicker King”

The Ragpicker King by Cassandra Clare is an explosive return to the city of Castellane. Hot on the heels of the success of Sword Catcher, the first installment of what is rumored to be at least a four-book series, Clare once again makes her mark on the adult fantasy world…

Kiersten BjorkApril 7, 2025

Where Science Meets Spellcraft: Building Worlds on the Edge of Magic and Math

Cliffhangers: How Readers Really Feel and Why This Author Loves Them So Much

Ravens, Rock Stars and Romance in Thrilling Tale of Magic and Mystery

“Dire Bound” Author Duo Sable Sorensen Talk Debut’s Skyrocket to Fame

Historic Coney Island Comes Alive in Dazzling Debut Romantasy

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