I'm heading back to Pittsburgh for the second time this summer, this time in celebration of science fiction and fantasy! It's been a minute since I've attended this particular convention, so I was pleased that the stars aligned for me to return this weekend. Confluence 2023July 21-23, 2023Sheraton Pittsburgh Airport HotelPittsburgh, Pennsylvania I'm driving in … Continue reading Confluence 2023 Schedule
Book Review: Heaven’s River (Bobiverse #4) by Dennis E. Taylor
Read my reviews of the previous books in the Bobiverse series: We Are Legion (We Are Bob) (#1) | For We Are Many (#2) | All These Worlds (#3) The previous three books in this series work as a complete trilogy, but life doesn’t stop when the curtain closes. The versions of Bob that we’re most familiar with … Continue reading Book Review: Heaven’s River (Bobiverse #4) by Dennis E. Taylor
Farpoint 2023 Schedule!
This weekend, pending the status of the terrible cold I'm currently experiencing at the time of this posting, I'll be at Farpoint 2023 for my first convention of the year! Farpoint 30February 10-12, 2023Delta Hotel by MarriotHunt Valley, MD Friday 5:00 PM: Drive to Finish (panel, Salon E)Do you have the drive to finish your … Continue reading Farpoint 2023 Schedule!
Book Review: Ignite (Ignite #1) by Nora Phoenix
Despite my love of this author’s works, I delayed reading this series because I burned out on dystopian/post-apocalyptic stories a few years ago. But I’m still a science-fiction geek at heart, bonus points if it involves aliens and alternate history, so I knew these books would eventually make it to the top of the queue. … Continue reading Book Review: Ignite (Ignite #1) by Nora Phoenix
Book Review: Paper Girls Volumes 1-2
Paper Girls Vol. 1 Brian K. Vaughan (writer); Cliff Chiang (artist); Matt Wilson (colors); Jared K. Fletcher (letters) I’ve had the first two volumes of this series sitting on my shelf for ages, and I promise it is a sheer coincidence that I finally decided to read them now that the first episodes of the … Continue reading Book Review: Paper Girls Volumes 1-2
Book Review: Metahuman Files Series by Hailey Turner
This post includes reviews of the available books in the Metahuman Files series: In the Wreckage (#1)In the Ruins (#2)In the Shadows (#3)In the Blood (#4)Out of the Ashes (#4.5) In the Requiem (#5)New Horizons (#5.5)Fire in the Heart (#5.6)In the Solace (#6) In the Wreckage (Metahuman Files #1) This novel is a military science-fiction … Continue reading Book Review: Metahuman Files Series by Hailey Turner
Review: Any Given Lifetime by Leta Blake
I love that the back cover description of this book says it includes "some angst." Have some tissues handy for at least the first two-thirds of the book. This science-fantasy romance (not sure how else to describe it) doesn't pull its punches for any of the characters, regardless of their ages. Neil and Joshua don't … Continue reading Review: Any Given Lifetime by Leta Blake
Book Review: Dark Space Series by Lisa Henry
This post includes reviews of the books in the Dark Space series: Dark Space (#1)Darker Space (#2)Starlight (#3) Dark Space (Dark Space #1) Me, before reading this book: I’m sure this will be a fun science fiction romance with some alien tech shenanigans!Me, at about 90% through this book: Don’t mind me, I’m just sobbing … Continue reading Book Review: Dark Space Series by Lisa Henry
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: Leviathan Falls (The Expanse #9) by James S. A. Corey
Read my reviews of the previous books in The Expanse series: “The Butcher of Anderson Station” (Expanse #0.5)Leviathan Wakes (The Expanse #1)Caliban’s War (The Expanse #2)Gods of Risk (The Expanse #2.1)Abaddon’s Gate (The Expanse #3)The Churn (The Expanse #3.5)Cibola Burn (The Expanse #4)Nemesis Games (The Expanse #5)The Vital Abyss (The Expanse #5.5)Babylon’s Ashes (The Expanse #6)Strange Dogs (The Expanse #6.5)Persepolis Rising (The Expanse #7)Tiamat’s Wrath (The Expanse #8) … Continue reading Book Review: Leviathan Falls (The Expanse #9) by James S. A. Corey
Review: Bobiverse Series by Dennis E. Taylor
This post includes reviews of books in the Bobiverse series: We Are Legion (We Are Bob) (#1)For We Are Many (#2)All These Worlds (#3) We Are Legion (We Are Bob) (Book 1) I remember adding this book to my "want to read" list years ago but never got around to checking it out. However, I … Continue reading Review: Bobiverse Series by Dennis E. Taylor
Review: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
I like to joke that I know just enough about science to be dangerous but not particularly effective. Apparently, I also know just enough about science to appreciate all the obvious work that Weir has once again put into what is otherwise a classic SF adventure novel without the pesky burden of knowing whether any … Continue reading Review: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
Review: Blood of the Sun (Path of Ra #3) by Dan Rabarts & Lee Murray
Read my review of the Path of Ra #1, Hounds of the UnderworldRead my review of the Path of Ra #2, Teeth of the Wolf Disclaimer: I am friends with the authors; I read this book during the publication process. This stunning conclusion to the Path of Ra trilogy takes place over an action-packed 24 … Continue reading Review: Blood of the Sun (Path of Ra #3) by Dan Rabarts & Lee Murray
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
Book Excerpt: Knight in Paper Armor by Nicholas Conley
To celebrate the release of his most recent novel, I'm pleased to share an excerpt from Knight in Paper Armor by Nicholas Conley, a long-time friend of this blog. ABOUT THE BOOK Billy Jakobek has always been different. Born with strange and powerful psychic abilities, he has grown up in the laboratories of Thorne Century, … Continue reading Book Excerpt: Knight in Paper Armor by Nicholas Conley
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: The Calculating Stars (Lady Astronaut #1) by Mary Robinette Kowal
This post-apocalyptic novel is a climate change story dressed up with a meteor strike. The meteor allows for a dramatic and epic start to the tale and accelerates the climate change issues our planet already faces. Under this premise, Kowal can force this world into jumpstarting events to tell Elma’s story. I was reluctant to … Continue reading Review: The Calculating Stars (Lady Astronaut #1) by Mary Robinette Kowal
Author Interview with Gary Bengier
Today, we're celebrating the upcoming September 7 release of Unfettered Journey, a debut novel by Gary Bengier. Check out the book below and read on for a short interview with the author. ABOUT THE BOOK “I want to know the truth.I want to know how and why.” Joe Denkensmith, Level 42, vidsnap: Year 2161 Set … Continue reading Author Interview with Gary Bengier
Review: Bloodline (Star Wars) by Claudia Gray
This book is an exciting political thriller that just happens to take place in the Star Wars universe starring both new and familiar faces. It includes plenty of intrigue, instances of excitement, and brief moments of lovely characterization. And while it features half a dozen point of view characters, the chief of those is Senator … Continue reading Review: Bloodline (Star Wars) by Claudia Gray
Review: Ancillary Mercy (Imperial Radch #3) by Ann Leckie
It had been a long time since I read the first two books in this trilogy, so I'd forgotten a lot of the minor details. This story picks up pretty immediately where the previous left off, but I was able to slip right back into the action with only a few minor hiccups. This remains … Continue reading Review: Ancillary Mercy (Imperial Radch #3) by Ann Leckie