Author Archives: Spells and Spaceships

Creation – Review

Creation is a fun read that doesn’t take itself too seriously (though asks serious questions), with some clever references and Larssen’s trademark wit making this an entertaining start to the ‘Why Odin Drinks’ series. Bjørn Larssen returns with a new short story series called ‘Why Odin Drinks’ – I think from the series title aloneContinue reading “Creation – Review”

A Norsegarde Norsevember

Hi everyone, Happy Halloween! What’s so special about Halloween? Well, it’s the day before Norsevember of course. And this year I’ve got a special exclusive discount to bring you from the great people over at Norsegarde. Norsegarde is a Norse themed jewellery store with some really cool items. If you’re already eager to check outContinue reading “A Norsegarde Norsevember”

An Altar on the Village Green – Review

A triumph for self published fantasy, An Altar on the Village Green is an ambitious and unique read that shows what can be achieved when the shackles are off. Nathan Hall has written an absolutely fantastic book that appealed to me in so many ways. I’d been searching for a fantasy or sci-fi with aContinue reading “An Altar on the Village Green – Review”

What are my highlight stickers?

Hi everyone, if you were wondering how my highlight stickers system works, wonder no longer – this post will guide you through why and how I use these highlight stickers on my reviews. I designed my own highlights system to show what I felt a book’s strongest aspects were. There are a total of 15Continue reading “What are my highlight stickers?”

Artifact Space – Review

A fantastic space opera that has it all; great characters, imaginative worldbuilding and an exciting plot full of mystery and adventure. Artifact Space by Miles Cameron was a delight to read, and despite being a hefty enough book, never felt too long, nor too short. The pacing is spot on. On finishing, there is soContinue reading “Artifact Space – Review”

Love, Death or Mermaid? Cover Reveal

Hi folks, I’m back with a new cover reveal to share with you today – it’s Love, Death or Mermaid? from fantasy author D. H. Willison! So, first thing… what is the book about? Opportunity knocks on the humblest of doors. But it knocks only once.When an overheard conversation leads to a hunt for aContinue reading “Love, Death or Mermaid? Cover Reveal”

The Return of #Norsevember

If you haven’t heard, Norsevember is returning this winter in full. I talked earlier in the year about reducing the full month schedule down to one week (which became two, which then went back up to four). It’s now actually going to be bigger than last year’s event. It turns out we are a longContinue reading “The Return of #Norsevember”

Ringlander: The Path and the Way- Review

An ambitious debut that takes all the right risks to create a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable epic fantasy with surprise (and welcome) science fantasy elements I was approached by Michael S. Jackson to review this book as part of his debut blog tour and I’m delighted to be involved, along with some excellent reviewers. I’dContinue reading “Ringlander: The Path and the Way- Review”

Hidden Gems Issue #6

You’re probably familiar with this feature by now. Could one of these books be your new favourite read? The Blood of the Spear Mark Timmony Two brothers. One prophecy. A world in peril. When Kaiel loses his chance to become part of the legendary Daemon Hunters, joining the Bronze Guard mercenaries seems like the logicalContinue reading “Hidden Gems Issue #6”