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Sairo’s Claw by Virginia McClain

he mystery, action, and dynamic character interactions kept me glued to the pages, and I found myself resenting every interruption that pulled me away from reading.

A Charm of Magpies by K. J. Charles – Series Review

If you enjoy clever dialogue, dark humour, strong character dynamics, and a good dose of magical intrigue, you might find yourself unexpectedly swept up in this series

The Bones Beneath My Skin by TJ Klune

In the end, The Bones Beneath My Skin is a beautifully strange, emotionally rich book about what it means to connect. With others, and with ourselves.

SPFBO Champions League Kick Off

It's June first. It's time for the third round of SPFBO X!It's the 10 year anniversary of SPFBO, and we’re celebrating it with a Champions League round. All 10 finalists are now facing off against each other!

Dr. Greta Helsing by Vivian Shaw – Series Review

If you’re looking for an urban fantasy that avoids the usual tropes and delivers a fun, lighthearted mystery with a touch of the macabre, Greta Helsing is a must-read.

Code of the Communer by Kai Greenwood – Review

Code of the Communer is a beautifully crafted, deeply immersive fantasy that more than deserves to be on readers' radars.

Warlock at Law by R.L. Baranowski – Review

Warlock at Law is a fresh and clever take on urban fantasy, with a distinctive voice, a great sense of humor, and a lot of heart.

The Green Wyvern (Volume One) by Matt Heppe – Review

It’s the kind of collection that reminds you why you fell in love with the genre in the first place: for the fun, the adventure, the camaraderie, and the sheer imaginative joy of it all. If you're looking for something that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still delivers solid storytelling, this one’s definitely worth your time.

Hallowed by Y. R. Liu – Review

Hallowed has all the hallmarks of a writer with a strong voice and the potential to grow into something special.

Dyer Street Punk Witches by Phil Williams – Review

If you’re looking for urban fantasy that’s edgy, original, and packed with magic, rebellion, and grit, with just a hint of glitter, then this one’s for you.