A delightfully unique read – a gaslamp fantasy western – full of beautiful prose, immersive imagery and character relationships that pull at your heartstrings. I’ve read a few books recently that were edited by Sarah Chorn and was struck by how professional and free flowing they were, so naturally I was curious to experience herContinue reading “Of Honey and Wildfires – Review”
Author Archives: Spells and Spaceships
Goodbye to the Sun – Review
A fresh sci-fi for the modern era that successfully balances serious themes with exciting space opera. First of all, Thankyou to Jonathan Nevair and Storytellers on Tour for the opportunity to review this unique book. It’s one I’d been really intrigued about since the author first contacted me a few months ago. The tour wasContinue reading “Goodbye to the Sun – Review”
An Interview with L. L. MacRae!
Today it is my pleasure to share my interview with L. L. MacRae, author of the Linaria and Kouzlo series. Her brand new series, Dragon Spirits is out on ebook now and on paperback just round the corner on 11th June 21! Buy the ebookOr the paperback, which can be signed and shipped internationally! HiContinue reading “An Interview with L. L. MacRae!”
Why I think you should check out self published SFF!
Hi people. Today I’m here to tell those of you that only read the big releases from publishers – you keep on doing only that if you want to. But I’m also here to tell you that there are a world of books by self published authors that are just as good. Ok, Alex –Continue reading “Why I think you should check out self published SFF!”
Through the Woods – Review
A brilliantly creepy collection of stories, beautifully and strikingly illustrated; cancel your woodland getaway. Through the Woods by Emily Carroll is one of the most interesting and memorable books I’ve read – a graphic novel featuring five stories set in the woods – and it’s incredibly creepy! Everyone’s definition of horror varies of course, asContinue reading “Through the Woods – Review”
The Throne of Ice and Ash – Review
An immersive tale of adversity, family, inner strength, love and betrayal in which you can feel the ice in your bones and the fire on your skin. Thanks to Storytellers on Tour and J. D. L. Rosell for the opportunity to read The Throne of Ice and Ash, a book I breezed through in noContinue reading “The Throne of Ice and Ash – Review”
Hidden Gems Issue #4
Hi folks, it’s time for another issue of Hidden Gems – the feature where you can find some unique and interesting indie books you’d perhaps never heard of. Who knows, they could be your next fave! My Fatal Futility: Shellshock N. J. M. Hemfrey In a neo-Japanese inspired future, comes a cyberpunk epic with aContinue reading “Hidden Gems Issue #4”
Windborn – Review
A very competent Norse fantasy debut that makes you care about the protagonist and brings a fresh flavour to the genre. I really enjoyed this Norse inspired world from Alex S Bradshaw that brings a real fresh twist to the largely Vikings-inspired genre. There are a lot of parallels with Norse Mythological beliefs (the beliefContinue reading “Windborn – Review”
Numa the Hunter – Review
An intriguing and beautifully illustrated sci-fi graphic novel you need to read more than once to fully appreciate. Stas Borodin created the interior illustrations for SPFBO runner up Black Stone Heart by Michael R. Fletcher. With Numa the Hunter volume one we have Borodin’s first published graphic novel and the images are predictably gorgeous. WhatContinue reading “Numa the Hunter – Review”
Althingi: The Crescent and the Northern Star – Review
An exquisitely collated book that pulled me from my dreary English armchair to far off lands of harsh ice, arid sands and open seas. It has been a real privilege to read this Norse & Muslim historical fiction anthology from Muhammad Aurangzeb Ahmad and Josh Gillingham. The book features some excellent authors and stories thatContinue reading “Althingi: The Crescent and the Northern Star – Review”
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