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Fantasy

REVIEW: The Shipwright and Other Stories, by Matthew Buscemi

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Review - The Shipwright and Other Stories, by Matthew Buscemi

Title: The Shipwright and Other Stories Author: Matthew Buscemi Genre: Fantasy LGBTQ+ Category: Gay (one story) Publisher: Matthew Buscemi Publishing Reviewer: Scott Get It On Amazon About The Book The Palípolian archipelago is a world of poets, warriors, philosophers, engineers, and wanderers. Arkh Makhaino yearns to leave his island home of Khatap for the larger and busier mainland city of Épanngel, but worries that the Shipwrights’ Guild there will not accept him. Arkh struggles to resolve his lingering self-doubt while arduously waiting for a reply. In other parts of Palípoli: a young man seeks a singular experience in the desert; … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY/INTERVIEW: The Flowers of Time, By A.L. Lester

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The Flowers Of Time, By A.L. Lester

QSFer A.L. Lester has a new F/NB fantasy time travel romance out, book three in the “Lost in Time” series – and there’s an interview AND a giveaway: “The Flowers of Time.” Jones is determined to find out what caused the unexpected death of her father whilst they were exploring ancient ruins in the Himalayas. She’s never been interested in the idea of the marriage bed, but along with a stack of books and coded journals he’s left her with the promise she’ll travel back to England for the first time since childhood and try being the lady she’s never … Read more

REVIEW: Demon in the Whitelands, by Nikki Z. Richard

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Demon in the Whitelands - Nikki Z. Richard

Title: Demon in the Whitelands Author: Nikki Z. Richard Genre: Fantasy LGBTQ+ Category: Gay, Gender Fluid, Intersex, Non-Binary, Pansexual Publisher: Self Pages: 300 Reviewer: Xanthe, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Sometimes no matter how hard you try, some things cannot be explained. Sixteen-year-old Samuel, son of devout cleric, has endured shame and prejudice his entire life. Although he is destined to become clergy too, he longs for an ordinary life in the whitelands away from demons and holy roots.  When the mayor claims to have captured a mute demon girl, Samuel is forced to become … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Behind the Sun, Above the Moon Anthology

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Behind The Sun, Above The Moon Anthology

NineStar Press has a new Non-Binary sci fi/fantasy antho out with a number of QSF authors: “Behind the Sun, Above the Moon.” A Queer anthology inspired by magic and the cosmos, a vast and beautiful place where planets, stars, comets—entire galaxies, even—live without borders, specifications or binaries. Stories span science fiction, science fantasy, contemporary, fabulism and magical realism, and celebrate Non-binary and Transgender characters. Stories in the anthology: twice-spent comet by Ziggy Schutz From Dusk to Dying Sun by Paige S. Allen Lost/Found by Brooklyn Ray Awry with Dandelions by J.S. Fields The Far Touch by S.R. Jones Ink and … Read more

REVIEW: Strays, by Elizabeth Noble

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Strays

Title: Strays Author: Elizabeth Noble Genre: Sci Fi/Fantasy Romance LGBTQ+ Category: MM Gay Publisher: Self Pages: 95 Reviewer: Sharon, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Kyle Anderson grew up with the lie that he was among the last babies born before a pandemic decimated the human race. Then Kyle’s quiet, lonely life as a research assistant and student is shattered when he discovers the government has been lying to the world for more than twenty years. Now on the run from authorities who would kill for his silence, Kyle is taken in by Daniel Shanks, a … Read more

REVIEW: The Divine Cities Trilogy, by Robert Jackson Bennett

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The Divine Cities trilogy

Title: The Divine Cities Trilogy Author: Robert Jackson Bennett Genre: Paranormal & Urban Fantasy Publisher: Random House Pages: 1400 Reviewer: Jim Get It On Amazon About The Book A special omnibus edition, collecting all three books of Robert Jackson Bennett’s acclaimed Divine Cities trilogy in a single volume.  In a world where terrifying, capricious gods once walked the earth, enslaving and brutalizing millions, three unforgettable protagonists struggle to come to terms with the mysteries these divinities left behind— and to make sure these cruel masters do not rise again.  In City of Stairs, an unassuming young woman named Shara Thivani arrives … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Once Upon a Green Rose Anthology

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Once Upon a Green Rose

QSFer Warren Rochelle has a short story in a new anthology: “Once Upon A Green Rose.” Love is in the air. Or maybe lust. Queer platonic attraction possibly? Either way, this anthology collects stories of people and relationships that are just a little bit… queered. Stories by:Warren RochelleJess MahlerKatrina EricksonDan AckermanMichón Neal Get It At Amazon Excerpt From “Mirrors,” by Warren Rochelle Sometimes I forget how to say my name.  I haven’t said it out loud in such a long time I don’t know if I could make the sounds. That was part of the witch’s curse. I am able … Read more

REVIEW: A Trust to Follow, by Diana Waters

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A Trust to Follow - Diana Waters

Title: A Trust to Follow Series: Wild Magics Book One Author: Diana Waters Genre: Fantasy Romance LGBTQ+ Category: MM Gay Publisher: eXtasy Books Pages: 64 Reviewer: Avril Get It On Amazon About The Book Daymon is the second prince of a kingdom in which Evokers—those who possess intuitive magical abilities—have long since been treated with fear and mistrust. Marked as an Evoker himself, Daymon is captured by those who wish to take advantage of these powers. Now, the prince must put his faith in Rhyder, the captain of his guards—and the man Daymon has claimed as his own—to free him. The … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: The Arch-Mage’s Firebird, by K.L. Noone

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The Arch-Mage's Firebird , By K.L. Noone

QSFer K.L. Noone has a new MM gay fantasy romance out: “The Arch-Mage’s Firebird.” Thomas East was meant to be the youngest Arch-Mage in history, a magical genius and a solver of problems. But he hadn’t expected quite so many problems — not to mention the endless meetings, bureaucracy, and political negotiations. So he’s currently hiding in a sleepy California seaside town, working in an ice cream parlor and avoiding everyone he’s let down … until a firebird in need of rescue crashes into his shop. Nicholas Incandesco has far too many problems. He’s a firebird, a shapeshifter, and a … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Trials, by Sean ian O’Meidhir & Connal Braginsky

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Trials, By Sean Ian O'Meidhir

Sean Ian O’Meidhir and Connal Braginsky have a new queer paranormal/ urban fantasy out, Crossing Nuwa Book Three: “Trials.” With the help of technomage and hacker Theo, rare snake shifter Robbie escaped his mother and clan, who planned to use him as breeding stock. While still working to break through the conditioning and mind control of his past, Robbie is enjoying exploring a new relationship with the worldlier Theo. But their fight isn’t over yet. A trip to his aunt’s house for Thanksgiving is highjacked by political intrigue, leaving the couple wondering who their friends really are. They cannot help … Read more