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February 14, 2025
Cover Reveal: The Last Cry of Innocence by N. A. Betts
THE DEBT OF FAILURE IS SETTLED IN MADNESS
Two years of war have broken Alira Verbrandt. Cornered in Astera, the last bastion guarding the River Zybril, she fights not only to hold the line, but to keep the pieces of herself together. The relentless Illyrian Expeditionary Army looms ever closer, but her fate–and that of the fractured north–may rest on the shoulders of a man tormented by dreams of things he shouldn’t see.
Desperate for answers, Alira sails west into treacherous waters, f...
February 12, 2025
(Some) Indie Book Recommendations
Behold, a rec post! For no particular reason other than I wanted to shout about some indie books today!
If you’re looking for an indie book to read but aren’t sure where to start as there are just so many, I’ve gathered together a few of the ones I’ve read in recent years, broken them up by genre, and attached links to my reviews (and thus the Goodreads page so you can check other reviews or add the book to your TBR if you think it looks groovy, etc.)! Hopefully you’ll find something that...
February 11, 2025
Author Interview with Jeannie Marschall
Introduce yourself!
Hello there! I’m Jeannie (any pronouns are fine, including General Kenobi). I’m an eco garden hag from Germany with a soft spot for stories, because honestly, all of everything is a story when you get right down to it, isn’t it?
What’s the first book you remember reading?
Hansel and Gretel — I knew that lil picture book by heart before I could officially read. Have had a Thing for speculative fiction and folklore ever since, to the surprise of no one.
Tell us ...
Author Interview with Reed Westgate
Introduce yourself!
Hello, I am Reed Logan Westgate, an urban fantasy author hailing from the great state of Maine here in the United States. I have a wonderful and supportive wife, two daughters, Emma & Lyriel, and three dogs. A long-time avid fan of all things geeky, I am a proud member of many fandoms.
What’s the first book you remember reading?
The first book I actively remember ready is Grover’s “The Monster at the End of This Book”. A childhood classic.
Are there any books ...
February 10, 2025
Author Interview with Thomas Kane
Introduce yourself!
I grew up in the woods of the northeastern US, with bears as my closest neighbors. Got started writing by publishing supplements for role-playing games. While studying international relations in California, I took an opportunity to finish my PhD with a noted British scholar named Colin Gray. I ended up living in England for twenty years and teaching at the University of Hull. The job allowed me to visit China, Korea, Russia and many places throughout Europe, observe ar...
February 9, 2025
Author Interview with Rebecca Buchanan
Introduce yourself!
Hi! I’m Rebecca Buchanan, editor of the Pagan literary e-zine, Eternal Haunted Summer, and author of numerous fantasy, horror, mystery, and science fiction short stories, novellas, and poems.
What’s the first book you remember reading?
I have no specific memory of the first book I read, but it was probably a collection of Grimms’ Fairy Tales. Or a picture book retelling of a classic fairy tale, such as Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, or Snow White.
Tell us what y...
Author Interview with Brad D. Sibbersen
Introduce yourself!
Is it weird that I’m sitting here thinking “How do I answer this?!”? Well, my name is Brad D. Sibbersen, and I write modern pulp fiction. (Nailed it!)
What’s the first book you remember reading?
I actually do remember this – it was an issue of Uncle Scrooge, specifically, “The Phantom of Notre Duck” by Carl Barks. I keep copy of this comic book on my writing desk to this day.
Tell us what you’re currently reading!
I’m always reading too many things at once....
Author Interview with Kaurifish
Introduce yourself!
I write Pride & Prejudice variations, mostly about Elizabeth and Darcy’s relationship, centered on changes to self-control that change the course of story events.
I’ve always been obsessed with story. A voracious reader since childhood, I told ghost stories, was a Dungeon Master and theater geek. P&P was a big part of my family lore (my mom and older sister were obsessed with it), so it really took root in me.
What’s the first book you remember reading?
“The I...
February 4, 2025
Author Interview with Lauren Boehme
Introduce yourself!
I’m Lauren Boehme, I currently reside in Nevada with my daughter and husband. I have been writing in some shape or form my entire life. I am a cookbook author but have dreamed of breaking into fantasy novels since I was a kid. I love anything spooky, dark or macabre. I spend my days cooking, baking and writing.
What’s the first book you remember reading?
The first book I remember finishing and falling in love with is a book called The Knowledge of Angels by Jill ...
The Strange Grey Everything close to 70 copies sold!
My latest book, The Strange Grey Everything, has been out almost a month and I’m so close to selling 70 copies! I’m so thrilled!
Maybe check it out if you like short romantic stories featuring angsty estranged husbands, werewolves, ghosts and vampires!
