
Review: The Ragpicker King by Cassandra Clare
"I bleed so you won't bleed. I die so you can live forever." The heartache, the friendships, and the yearning in this book had me hooked, and left me emotionally wrecked.
Review: Dakiti by EJ Fisch
It is a great debut with characters that all readers will be cheering for every step of the way. EJ Fisch is most definitely an author to keep your eye on for more.
Review: Chronos Warlock by Shami Stovall
The world that the author has created has me craving more and more. I believe that this is a series that belongs with all of the all-time great urban fantasies.
Review: Scales of Fire by Ashley Capes
Scales of Fire is perfect for fans of dragon rider stories, DnD, Zelda-like games, and just a whole lot of fun, I can’t wait to see how the story continues.
Review: Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
Huxley wants to teach us that not only is human struggle vital to the advancement of art and science, but indeed our very humanity demands the chaos of life.
Review: The Source of Strife by Alex Arch
Dinnie is a trophy passed back and forth between her warring parents, and that doesn’t change when she meets Ghost. But maybe it’s the last time? Care for more?
Review: The Tenacious Tale of Tanna the Tendersword by Dewey Conway and Bill Adams
Dewey Conway and Bill Adams have teamed up to craft a tale (a tenacious one, perhaps) that works just as well for the kids as it does for the parents.
Review: The Orb of Cairado by Katherine Addison
With our perfectly flawed MC, surrounded by the richness of Cairado, and the unlikely adventure that lay ahead, you can’t miss being thoroughly entertained.
Review: Babylon's Ashes by James S. A. Corey
Michio Pa shines with sharp lines and a bold mission. The authors effortlessly weave conflict without losing character depth or meaningful relationships.
Review: Sing No Suns, Sing The Night - Stories by Michael Michel
A sneak peek into Michael Michel’s early works, Sing No Suns features some very intriguing tales, some of which I genuinely hope get turned into full novels.
Review: Amidst Fury and Valor by Anne J. Hill & Moriah Chavis
This gorgeous collection of fire-breathed stories is sure to pull you out of any slump. This anthology hits the spot, sparks creativity and fuels the soul.
Review: Babel by R.F. Kuang
Babel’s exploration of linguistics and translation, coupled with its strong anti-colonial themes, makes for a thought-provoking, emotional, and profound read.
Review: Whispers of the Storm by Z.B. Steele
This novel is the beginning of a dark but beautiful journey that will live in the minds of many... a world teeming with danger and love, loyalty and betrayal.
Review: Island of the Dying Goddess by Ronit J
A grimdark saga set in a gruesome island trapped in recurring cycles of rebirth, with a deep focus on grief, pain and fortitude in the face of horrendous odds.
Review: A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett
Robert Jackson Bennett’s A Drop of Corruption blends mystery, fantasy, and sharp social critique, delivering a gripping sequel filled with intrigue and wit.
Review: The Hammer of God by Arthur C. Clarke
Given how common its asteroid-on-impact-course-with-Earth premise is within the sci-fi genre, it is remarkable how compelling Clarke’s The Hammer of God actually is.
Review: The Devils by Joe Abercrombie
Perfect for fans of dark fantasy, The Devils by Joe Abercrombie is going to be a smash hit, and will definitely go down as one of my favorite releases of 2025.
Review: The Scar by China Miéville
There are few worldbuilders better than China Miéville, and The Scar is but another bullet point to prove that fact—and the book itself is pretty dang good too.
Review: Umbra: Sentient Stars by Amber Toro
Want to dip your toes into Sci-Fi but don’t know where to start? This is a stellar choice to wade into the genre, with a slice of romance on the side.
Review: Blood of the Kami by Baptiste Pinson Wu
Literary perfection, utilizing a flawless combination of lore, spiritualism, action, and the budding relationships of unexpected companions. A true masterpiece.