Tag Archive | sci-fi
Review: Carrie Hatchett Space Adventurer (Book 2) – Passage to Paradise by J. J. Green
Originally posted on Happymeerkatreviews:
I was kindly sent a free digital copy of this book by the author J. J. Green. Passage to Paradise is the second book in the Carrie Hatchett Space Adventurer series and is just as funny as the first. The first book Mission Improbable can be seen here, but this second…
Science Fiction and Young Adult Lit: An Interview with Author Ree Kimberley
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
I’m thrilled to add another interview to my series of discussions with editors, writers, and other folks in books publishing. I had the opportunity to speak with the marvelous and ever brilliant Ree Kimberley who is the author of Rat City, a young adult science fiction novel, as well as…
Book Spotlight – “Do You Believe In Legend?” by Ani Manjikian
Originally posted on Timothy Bateson (ramblings of an author):
Book Blurb “Legend isn’t about people. It’s about pursuing a dream or higher ideal. About believing in something impossible and transforming the belief into reality through faith and hard work. The future is a legend written and unwritten.” Jo Mason believes that creativity, spontaneity, and faith…
Authors Reading Their Own Writing
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
There is something remarkable about hearing authors read their own works aloud. Often they emphasize words that are unexpected, or they add extra shades of meaning to the phrases. With all of today’s modern connectivity, it is easy to hear authors read their works even if the listener can’t afford…
Creative Writing and Resources for Writers: An Interview with Teacher and Sci-Fi Author S. J. Higbee
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
To add another wonderful addition to my series of interviews with editors, writers, and other book adjacent individuals, I am thrilled to present my conversation with Sarah J. Higbee, author and creative writing teacher extraordinaire. She provides great tips for new writers as well as insight into what makes people…
John Mollison Nominates
Originally posted on Planetary Awards:
John Mollison of Seagull Rising has made his nominations. ? “Images of the Goddess” in Cirsova, issue #2 by Schuyler Hernstrom The Invisible City by Brian K. Lowe
Jon Del Arroz Nominates
Originally posted on Planetary Awards:
Jon Del Arroz has posted his nominations for the 2016 Planetary Awards. I’ve listed the nominated works below, but you’ll need to go to his site to find out why he chose them. Brad Torgersen’s Novella “Purytans” is in the July-August Issue of Analog Magazine Hel’s Bet by Doug Sharp
When Critical Reviews are the Best Kind
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
Sometimes I read a review that expresses such passionate hatred for a book that I can’t help but want to read more. Perhaps I am alone in that response. Now, I enjoy literary novels – I read a lot of folks like Margaret Atwood and Alan Moore – but occasionally…
Jeffro Johnson Nominates
Originally posted on Planetary Awards:
Jeffro Johnson, who has a personal blog and also blogs for Castalia House, has posted his nominations. Swan Knight’s Son by John C. Wright “Athan and the Priestess” from Thune’s Vision by Schuyler Hernstrom
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