This book popped close to the top of the list when I began to intentionally search out urban fantasy stories emphasizing queer characters instead of queer paranormal romances. A difference between the two exists, even when one of the central characters in this book has a paranormal ability. The romance between Josh and Ewan is … Continue reading Book Review: Spirited Situation (Ghostly Guardians #1) by Louisa Masters
Book Review: Magi Accounts Series by Michele Notaro
This post includes reviews of the currently available books in the Magi Accounts series: Our Hearts That Tie Us (#0.5)The Scars That Bind Us (#1)A Kiss to Revive Me (#1.5) Our Hearts That Tie Us (Magi Accounts #0.5) This novella is available as a free download via Prolific Works as part of the Your Book Boyfriend’s Boyfriend … Continue reading Book Review: Magi Accounts Series by Michele Notaro
Book Review: Summer of the Wanderer (Seasons of the Lukoi #3) by Iris Foxglove
Read my reviews of the previous books in the Seasons of the Lukoi series: Winter of the Owl (#1)Spring of the Wolf (#2) I know that I say this in each review, but this series keeps getting better with every installment. In this book, we leave Lukos and venture to yet another new country in … Continue reading Book Review: Summer of the Wanderer (Seasons of the Lukoi #3) by Iris Foxglove
Book Review: Legends of Lobe den Herren Series by A.J. Sherwood
This post includes reviews of the books in the Legends of Lobe den Herren series: Fourth Point of Contact (#1)Zone of Action (#2) Fourth Point of Contact (Legends of Lobe den Herren #1) Sherwood makes some interesting worldbuilding decisions that gave me pause at a few points during this story. However, it is obvious that … Continue reading Book Review: Legends of Lobe den Herren Series by A.J. Sherwood
Book Review: Unseen (Rath & Rune #2) by Jordan L. Hawk
Read my review of the first book in the Rath & Rune series, Unhallowed. We return to Widdershins to continue the quest set up by the events in the first book. Sebastian and Ves, though still retaining their jobs at the Ladysmith Museum library, have the blessing of Head Librarian Mr. Quinn to seek out … Continue reading Book Review: Unseen (Rath & Rune #2) by Jordan L. Hawk
Book Review: Scythe Series by Kiki Clark & E.M. Lindsey
This post includes reviews of books in the Scythe series: Until His Soul Awakens (#0.5)Until His Beginning Ends (#0.6)Until His Last Goodbye (#1) Until His Soul Awakens (Scythe #0.5) by E.M. Lindsey This novella is available as a free download via Prolific Works as part of the Your Book Boyfriend’s Boyfriend M/M Romance Group Giveaway 2022. Note: … Continue reading Book Review: Scythe Series by Kiki Clark & E.M. Lindsey
Con Report: Farpoint 2022
Last weekend, the TARDIS (my electric car) finally fulfilled the mandate for which it was originally purchased -- it drove me to a convention! Said convention was only 30 minutes away from my house, so I commuted rather than staying at the hotel, but it was absolutely awesome to attend my first in-person con in … Continue reading Con Report: Farpoint 2022
Book Review: Spring of the Wolf (Seasons of the Lukoi #2) by Iris Foxglove
Read my review of the first Seasons of the Lukoi novel, Winter of the Owl. Every time I think I can’t possibly enjoy the world of this epic fantasy romance series more, the author(s) uncover another stunning layer. In the first book of this series, we’re introduced to the culture of the Lukoi, who are … Continue reading Book Review: Spring of the Wolf (Seasons of the Lukoi #2) by Iris Foxglove
Book Review: Weave the Dark, Weave the Light by Anna Zabo
Disclaimer: I am friends with this author; however, I purchased this ebook for full price. A novella is a tricky length for a story, especially one that includes fantasy worldbuilding. However, Zabo does an amazing job with this sweet yet steamy romance between two unexpected characters. Jonathan is both something like a dream come true … Continue reading Book Review: Weave the Dark, Weave the Light by Anna Zabo
Steel Justice Available Now!
Happy Wednesday to everyone, and happy book birthday to me! Steel Justice (Steel Empires #6) is officially live and available for your reading pleasure in hardcopy and ebook form. Learn about the book below, including some fun graphics. I hope you enjoy the penultimate book to the Steel Empires series, while I'm hard at work … Continue reading Steel Justice Available Now!
Review: Blind Tiger (The Pride #1) by Jordan L. Hawk
Hawk granted my wish and returned to his clever and imaginative Hexworld series—except moving the action to a new time and place. Prohibition Chicago is rife with story fodder, especially where magic is involved, and this book is no different. Hawk takes the traditional, in which a small-town guy escapes to the big city and … Continue reading Review: Blind Tiger (The Pride #1) by Jordan L. Hawk
STEEL JUSTICE Cover Reveal & Preorder Links
Coming July 28 Set in an alternate near future, Steel Justice is the sixth book in the Steel Empires series and the first time that part of the story is told from the perspective of warrior-mage Kane Nalamas. The world of Steel Empires is one where elves, vampires and shapeshifters co-exist openly with humans and where magic … Continue reading STEEL JUSTICE Cover Reveal & Preorder Links
Author Interview with L. Marie Wood
We're celebrating today's release of L. Marie Wood's new novel, The Realm, with an exclusive author interview below! ABOUT THE BOOK Patrick closes his eyes to the only life he’s ever known and opens them to a new and dangerous world. In this Realm the newly dead from all over the universe are being hunted … Continue reading Author Interview with L. Marie Wood
Review: Rise of the Iliri Series by Auryn Hadley
BloodLust (Book 1) This story that blends science-fiction and fantasy elements to create a world with unique characteristics immediately sucked me in. Though it’s advertised as a fantasy epic, all the “fantastical” tropes can be traced back to a very science-fiction origin, in which humans do what they do best: Sweep in and take over … Continue reading Review: Rise of the Iliri Series by Auryn Hadley
Con Report: Capclave 2020
The world we live in continues to be absolutely bonkers, but that didn't stop me from enjoying a lovely Saturday of conversing with fellow authors about world-building and the fantasy genre as part of Capclave 2020. Alas, both panels were via Zoom from the comfort of my home office, so I'm still in hardcore withdrawal … Continue reading Con Report: Capclave 2020
Review: Clockwork Dragon by Kaye Draper
Having previously only read serial novellas by this author, I was delighted when she announced a stand-alone novel-length project. This book contains all of the elements that I have come to love this author for, such as satisfying paranormal romance arcs featuring unique and fantastical characters. Draper is still one of the few “reverse harem” … Continue reading Review: Clockwork Dragon by Kaye Draper
Capclave 2020 Schedule
Like many conventions this year, Capclave 2020 has gone virtual! Instead of spending this weekend in Rockville, Maryland, you can hang out with me from the comfort of your home. Registration is required for this convention: $10 gives you access to all of this weekend's content, and $55 gives you access to all of this … Continue reading Capclave 2020 Schedule
Review: On the Subject of Griffons by Lindsey Byrd
Disclaimer: I am an acquaintance of the author; however, I purchased this ebook for the full price. The only pseudo-complaint I have about this novel is that it could have been a tiny bit shorter. However, shortening the text would have involved cutting much of the hero’s internal narrative, which is a delightful mixture of … Continue reading Review: On the Subject of Griffons by Lindsey Byrd
Review: Emerald Blaze (Hidden Legacy #5) by Ilona Andrews
Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 1, Burn For Me.Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 2, White Hot.Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 3, Wildfire.Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 3.5 Diamond Fire.Read my review of Hidden Legacy Book 4, Sapphire Flames. At one point, while enjoying this book, I turned … Continue reading Review: Emerald Blaze (Hidden Legacy #5) by Ilona Andrews
Review: The Old Guard #1: Opening Fire by Greg Rucka & Leandro Fernandez
By the time I could read this graphic novel, which collects the first five issues of The Old Guard, I’d already seen the movie on Netflix twice. If you followed me on social media last August, you know I was pretty obsessed. So, it’s difficult for me to talk about the graphic novel in isolation, … Continue reading Review: The Old Guard #1: Opening Fire by Greg Rucka & Leandro Fernandez