A Dance of Fang and Claw by Philip C. Quaintrell
The epic conclusion to the Ranger Archives as we delve deeper into despicable monsters and enter a centuries old conflict between battling foes of the night.
Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
Guy Montag loves to burn, it is his job as a firefighter. Then he has an existential crisis leading to learning more about a world that has been lost. Care for more?
SPFBO XI Finalist Review: Carrion Saints by Hiyodori
The SFF Insiders SPFBO XI judging team is back again this week with our official review and rating for the competition finalist, Carrion Saints by Hiyodori!
Mortality Gauntlet by JCM Berne
Mystery and adventure abound in Mortality Gauntlet as we explore new and familiar locations, culminating in a showdown of epic proportions. Not one to miss!
The Bookshop Book by Mark Lawrence
Mark Lawrence returns with an enchanting standalone fantasy set in the world of his legendary Library Trilogy. Prepare to embark on a magical adventure.
SPFBO XI Finalist Review: Dogged by Michael R. Fletcher
The SFF Insiders SPFBO XI judging team is back with our official rating for the competition finalist, Dogged by Michael R. Fletcher! Come and see what we thought!
SPFBO XI Finalist Review: Jester by Tim Carter
The SFF Insiders SPFBO XI judging team is here with our official rating for the competition finalist, Jester by Tim Carter! Come and see what we all thought!
Blood and Coin by Philip C. Quaintrell
Blood and Coin is a bloody, violent exploration of Asher’s core identity as he battles between the deathly efficient Assassin and the dangerous, atoning Ranger.
A Trade of Blood by Robert Jackson Bennett
A sinister augmentation. A haunting melody. A mystery where not everybody can be saved. Ana and Din return for their most unsettling investigation yet.
Kiana by Zammar Ahmer
For those looking to immerse themselves in an intimate, character-driven work with the backdrop of an epic and tragic conflict. Kiana will not disappoint.
The Summer of the Serpent by Cecilia Eudave
A weird little unusual piece of literary horror that will keep you on your toes guessing as to where the story is heading and how it might finally end.
The Tethered God by Noah Brisk
If you like your fantasy dark and grim, The Tethered God is one that will not disappoint, especially if you’re looking for your next Berserk or Witcher.
Wandering by Jonathan Djob Nkondo
A wordless dystopian graphic novel with large, atmospheric images that tell two parallel stories of loneliness and belonging.
Monsters of Ohio by John Scalzi
Absurdly morbid yet comfortingly heartwarming, Monsters of Ohio is a charming yet thought-provoking read. Reminded me of Rhinoceros by Eugène Ionesco.
Dead Tired I by RavensDagger
A unique and interesting story that blends LitRPG and Progression Fantasy remarkably well. Dead Tired explores the burdens of immortality for the all-powerful.
Carrie by Stephen King
Carrie is a blood-drenched tale exposing the psychological horrors of abuse and bullying, and the deadly consequences of pushing the wrong person over the edge.
Dust of the Dead by Michael R. Fletcher
Dust of the Dead hits all the notes of a high-quality grimdark tale, with enough intrigue, twists, and glimpses of hope to make one read well into the night.
Fortune's Wake by C. L. Clark
Fortune’s Wake is a dark, moody story of vengeance that takes the reader into the depths of haunted crypts filled with eerie monsters and deadly magics.
Wind and Truth by Brandon Sanderson
Wind and Truth is the epic, herculean mid-season finale that was both exceptionally controversial and, for me, almost exactly what I wanted and needed in this book.
Fabulous Bodies by Chuck Tingle
A body horror with family drama for modern sensibilities. Featuring a clash of styles between a modern social media influencer and an undead veteran rockstar.