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14/07/2024

Whether you are a new or established writer the learning journey never ends.

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02/07/2024

Read an interview with MICHAEL ROBOTHAM winner of the prestigious Gold Dagger Award twice. His latest book, Storm Child, is out now.

17/06/2024

There is something about death and academia though isn’t there? One of our favorites is Quieter than Sleep by Joanne Dobson set in Massachusetts, USA.

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College isn't all what it seems, especially at Oxford University. Read these seven murder mysteries set at Oxford and you'll see why.

16/06/2024

Now this is a list we can get behind!! While making ourselves a pot of tea of course.

Cozy fantasy books are obsessed with tea, so I set out to discover just how many times they mentioned tea and ranked them accordingly.

17/05/2024

Now this a collection we would in our homes!

The best sci fi books, recommended by those who know: from timeless classics of science fiction to the best new novels, taking in cli-fi, space colonies, time travel and more.

04/05/2024

Love a little gaslamp fantasy? Check out these classics!

Next Article Read these books Delve into gaslamp fantasy classics with these book recommendations By Anujj Trehaan Apr 30, 2024 02:33 pm What's the story Gaslamp fantasy is a historical fantasy subgenre that fuses magic with Victorian technology and social customs. It whisks readers away to an era w...

04/05/2024

Looking for some light in the day?

In the realm of literature, there exists a treasure trove of books capable of turning a bad day into a better one

23/04/2024

We are honoured to launch the Richell Prize for Emerging Writers 2024 with Emerging Writers' Festival.

The prize is free to enter for unpublished writers and offers the winner a one-year mentorship with a Hachette publisher and $10,000 in prize money.

Apply here: http://bit.ly/3W7cLMQ

01/04/2024

This is a great list of recommendations - many of them which do indeed have outstanding characters (don't get us started on Blindsight - we won't stop!).

The Fantasy Review’s list of 7 Popular Character-Driven Science Fiction Books for Awesome Characters, including...

28/03/2024

Most Sci-fi explores the what-if question, it is part of what draws us back to it again and again. If you haven't explored the more philosophical Sci-Fis out there, these are a good place to start - and you can take comfort that if you get a taste for it there are plenty more!

This exploration of science fiction's ability to dissect complex themes, we are reminded that the genre is not merely a form of escapism.

17/03/2024

Some great recommendations here - but don’t forget On What Grounds by Cloe Coyle! You always remember your first!

To celebrate Pumpkin Spice Latte season, we've put together a list of six mystery cozies that feature coffee shops in some way.

10/03/2024

If you are just starting out as a writer there are a lot of resources and activities you can undertake yourself including:

Contacting your local writers' centre

Reading online material from sources such as the CreativePenn Podcast and Janice Hardy's Fiction University.

We also recommended that all new writers read/listen to Wired for Story and/or Story Genius by Lisa Cron, 2000 to 10,000 by Rachel Aaron and Deep Point of View by Marcy Kennedy.

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26/02/2024

An excellent watch list full of great movies - but we have to admit The Nice Guys is one of our all time favourites!

Neo-noir has allotted for diversification and deconstruction of film noir’s central tropes to become its own beast.

21/02/2024

The passing of Steven Miller has made the world a slightly lesser place. We are just grateful that the books he created with his wife will live on, reminding us all of the beauty and wonder yet to be found.

Today we mourn the loss of a science fiction powerhouse author Steve Miller, who passed away suddenly in his home yesterday. Best known for his Liaden Universe (TM) series, co-authored with his beloved wife and partner Sharon Lee, Steve leaves behind a legacy that has profoundly shaped the landscape of science fiction and inspired a generation of new writers. Last year saw the publication of their 100th collaboration together, the national bestselling science fiction novel Salvage Right; Ribbon Dance, also a Liaden novel, is scheduled for release in June 2024.

We at Baen honor not only his remarkable literary achievements but also the warmth, kindness, and boundless imagination that defined him as both an author and a friend. "He was one of the good guys," said his publisher Toni Weiskopf. "A true light shining in the science fiction community." In this time of sorrow, our thoughts and condolences are with Sharon Lee, and the countless fans whose lives have been touched by Steve's legacy.

21/02/2024

Another week, another batch of books for your TBR pile. Happy reading, folks. * Sarah Ruiz-Grossman, A Fire So Wide (Harper) “Ruiz-Grossman’s captivating debut chronicles a wildfire’s impact on a d…

06/02/2024

Well that is February sorted!

The best science fiction and fantasy book deals of the day, curated by Book Riot.

05/02/2024

Something to nibble on while reading?

Get comfortable in the kitchen and enjoy delicious meals with the help of these beginner-friendly cookbooks.

05/02/2024

Looking for something to read with a cup of tea? This steampunk murder mystery will hit the spot!

The party was over. In a world where art is power, …

28/01/2024

Gothic is one of those wonderful genres that can give such richness to any other genre.

But what makes a book gothic?

There are many different aspects to gothic fiction. But for us it is the feeling of isolation, the degeneration and decay of people and buildings, and the inevitable obsession and madness that lurks in us all that gives it that special flavour.

Check out these 8 gothic science fiction novels! They're sure to both terrorize and entertain you in equal measure!

26/01/2024

A look at the month’s best debuts in crime fiction, mystery, and thriller. * Vanessa Chan, The Storm We Made (S&S/Marysue Ricci Books) In one of the best espionage novels I’ve ever come a…

26/01/2024

We've rounded up the best Edna Buchanan books. The "Queen of Crime" turned to fiction after a successful career as a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter on Miami's crime beat.

10/01/2024

Ever wonder how mystery novels get made? These 8 nonfiction books crack the case wide open.

08/01/2024

“Women have an eye for detail and are excellent observers.” –Kate Warne In 1856, Allan Pinkerton hired Kate Warne, a 23-year-old widow, to join his detective agency. She was America’s first female …

07/01/2024

03/01/2024

A lawyer in 1920s Bombay. A computer hacker/tech investigator in 1990s Paris. A deputy sheriff in 1914 New Jersey. What unites these characters, separated by time and diverse locales? Each one is a…

03/01/2024

Every now and again there are quotes that resonate with you - what is your favourite Isaac Asimov quote?

Ours is:

“Violence . . . is the last refuge of the incompetent.” Isaac Asimov, Foundation (1951)

Today is the birthday of science fiction great Isaac Asimov, and has been named National Science Fiction Day in honor of that occasion. What are some of your favorite works in this genre?
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03/01/2024

Solve crimes with these mystery and thriller ebooks—free, this month only.