Dune Messiah by Frank Herbert
In Dune Messiah, Herbert is warning us against the cult of personality, against leaders who claim infallibility, who ask for sacrifice while making none themselves.
Starling House by Alix E. Harrow
Haunting and lyrical, Harrow's prose was like returning to the stories I had been read at my bedside: strangely nostalgic, mesmerizing, and terrifying.
Dead Acre: Black Badge Vol I
A supernatural fantasy graphic novel that's a heck of a super fun ride through the wild wild west, one which you totally don't wanna miss out on whatsoever!
The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie
Abercrombie came out swinging in his debut novel, modernizing the Grimdark playbook; Logen and Glokta have beautifully ascended the Dark Fantasy Hall of Fame.
Guard in the Garden by Z.S. Diamanti
A heartfelt cozy fantasy that shows the power of love, healing, and community while shining light on the struggles veterans face.
Constituent Service by John Scalzi
I had a blast with this Parks and Rec meets Men In Black novella. It’s the journey not the destination for this story, and I absolutely loved its delivery.
Reckoning by Michael R. Miller
A dark tour-de-force of near constant action and destruction in this penultimate novel that raises the stakes for the looming, ultimate confrontation.
The Luminous Fairies and Mothra by Shin'ichirō Nakamura, Takehiko Fukunaga, Yoshie Hotta, & Jeffrey Angles (Translator)
A beautiful first look at one of Japan’s most iconic kaijus, as well as a pretty in-depth note setting political, and socio-cultural context of its creation.
Grave Covenant by Tobias Youngblood
Ridley, while searching for his vanished fiancee, picks up a throwing knife enthusiast and a human obsessed bug shapeshifter. Shenanigans happen. Care for more?
Jade War by Fonda Lee
A very different experience from Jade City, Jade War starts slow but ends with the world feeling a lot more realized and its characters somehow even more real.
Skysworn by Katee Stein
For those looking for heartpounding adventure, with the highest of stakes, a romantic subplot that will become your favorite rollercoaster, in an epic world.
Exile by Martin Owton
Aron of Darien got into hot water by dueling those who’ve exiled him and his liege from his homeland, and this is part one of one his escapades. Care for more?
An Exile of Water & Gold by Joshua Walker
Two souls in love with each other, one content to stay where she is, the other compelled to want to drift across the world, unattached to it all. Care for more?
City of Masks by Ashley Capes
Sofia, through circumstances beyond her control, ends up with a heavy burden. Notch is burdened by the past and a job reopens old wounds. Care for more?
Going Postal by Terry Pratchett
Moist is a brilliant conman. But when he gets caught, and hanged for it, his only options after are either being the postmaster general or dead. Care for more?
The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow
Alix E. Harrow crafts a legend that lingers beyond the page, a tale with the weight of a champion’s sword and the grandeur of epic fantasy from the start.
Proxima Station by Mike Mollman
Take to the stars and try to keep up. This fun introduction will leave you excited for more. Just remember, “Whatever you do, don’t call them aliens.”
Falling Into Oblivion by Aaron M. Payne
Falling Into Oblivion is a fast-paced, cyberpunk romp in mysterious body modifications and hard-boiled detectives that leaves you craving for your next hit
Assassin’s Apprentice by Robin Hobb
The novel where it all began. This romp holds up to both time and critique, laying a beautifully cruel foundation to savor. Join Fitz in his misery and pain.
Torchfire by Moira Buffini
A book 2 that DELIVERS and also shows off more worldbuilding, beautiful character arc’s and progresses the plot!?? I’m absolutely wrecked, in the best way.