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The Book That Wouldn’t Burn by Mark Lawrence

It can be read as a fantastic story about books and the love for words.It can be read as a story about an outsider finding her way against the odds.It can be read as a story about there being at least two sides to every story.It can be read as a love story, even though I’d never call it a romance in the least.It can also be read as a story about not giving up, no matter what comes your way.

The Hallows by H. L. Tinsley

The Hallows by H. L. Tinsley is a 1920s urban fantasy, which was a very nice change in pace!It’s not as dark as her previous series, but it still is just as unique and wonderfully weird. I mean, floating nuns who somehow turned into fighters as well? How could I not ask for an early copy to read??

The Storm Beneath the World by Michael R. Fletcher

The Storm Beneath the World by Michael R. Fletcher is something I come across rarely—it’s utterly unique!I never thought I could care about “bugs”, but Fletcher managed to write this world and its characters so utterly captivating, I was hooked within moments.

Murder at Spindle Manor by Morgan Stang – SPFBO #9 Finals Review

Today we are reviewing Murder at Spindle Manor, which was Philip Chase’s pick for this year’s Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off. You can read their review here. And you can see the finalist spreadsheet here.

Master of the Void by Wend Raven – SPFBO #9 Finals Review

Today we are reviewing Master of the Void, which was CoverswithCassidy’s pick for this year’s Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off. You can read their review here. And you can see the finalist spreadsheet here

Daughter of the Beast by E. C. Greaves – SPFBO #9 Finals Review

Today we are reviewing Daughter of the Beast, which was Bookborn’s pick for this year’s Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off. You can read their review here. And you can see the finalist spreadsheet here.

The Fall is All There Is by C. M. Caplan – SPFBO #9 Finals Review

Today we are reviewing The Fall is All There Is, which was Becky M’s pick for this year’s Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off. You can read their review here. And you can see the finalist spreadsheet here.

The Last Ranger by J.D.L. Rosell – SPFBO #9 Finals Review

Today we are reviewing The Last Ranger, which was Fantasy Book Critic’s pick for this year’s Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off. You can read their review here. And you can see the finalist spreadsheet here.

The Last Fang of God by Ryan Kirk – SPFBO #9 Finals Review

Title: The Last Fang of God Author: Ryan Kirk Publisher: Self-Published Genre: Dark Fantasy Format: Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook Release Date: April 26, 2023 Star Rating: 6/10 *Disclaimer* Everyone is different and likes and dislikes different things. Reading is no exception. One person’s all-time favorite might seem too bland or too high stakes for […]

Gates of Sorrow by J. E. Hannaford

Gates of Sorrow is a great sequel! While many sequels suffer from middle book syndrome, this was just as enjoyable as the first. As book one ended on a cliffhanger, book two jumps right back into the action. Or rather, into the plot! While there are some action scenes, this book is way more about the people, the plans, the world, and everything going on.