When it comes to sci fi, I’m often more concerned with what people are doing with their technological advancements than with what those advancements actually are. In some cases though, authors come up with some truly neat stuff. Sometimes, yeah, these inventions have wider implications for the story and the …
Continue ReadingBooks That Blend Sci Fi & Fantasy
But first, I feel like we need to define ‘sci fi’ and ‘fantasy.’ I know, I know. Can open, worms *all* over the floor. Arthur C. Clarke said that “…science fiction is something that could happen – but usually you wouldn’t want it to. Fantasy is something that couldn’t happen …
Continue ReadingBest Sci Fi & Fantasy Reads of 2020
If you’ve been following me for any length of time, you’ll know I’m terrible at picking favorites. Movies, TV shows, books. I just can’t choose. How can I number my list of top sci fi and fantasy reads for the year in a way that makes sense? How can I …
Continue Reading99c Toccata System Box Set Sale!
I’m running a sale on the Toccata System Trilogy box set — it’s 99c for the time being! I just thought it seemed like a good time for folks to be able to fill their e-readers on the cheap. It’s the complete series, and it comes with a bonus short …
Continue ReadingLooking for print books?
I get a lot of questions from readers about where they can buy my print books. It’s not just about e-books anymore, even for indie authors! I distribute to all major bookstores, which means that sure, you can get my print books on Amazon–but you can also get them at …
Continue ReadingThe Avengers Fan’s Book List
I don’t know about you, but I love a good team effort. Personality clashes, slippery loyalties, and found family–I just can’t get enough of these stories, which is probably why I love the Avengers so much. The novels on this Avengers-inspired book list might not all be about superheroes, though …
Continue ReadingRetellings: Cued from the Classics
Fairy Tale retellings, ala Marissa Meyer’s Lunar Chronicles, have been ala mode in the book world for quite a while. These days, though, it seems like re-told and re-imagined versions of classic literature are packing the shelves. Here are some of my favorites–and a few more I’d love to check …
Continue ReadingFun Books for Iron Man Fans
When I went to see the first Iron Man film in the theaters, I was far from sold on the concept. But I was living in New York City, it was a sweltering summer, and movie theaters have air conditioning. Besides, everyone kept saying it was cool. So I figured …
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