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Ursula K. LeGuin's The Left Hand of Darkness: The Role of the Ekumen in LeGuin's Science Fiction Masterpiece

In: Utopian/Dystopian Fiction

By: Michelle White

Ted Dekker's Green is the new Black: Ted Dekker completes the circle of the Circle Trilogy

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Nicole Barlow

Connie Willis Award Winning Author: Multiple Winner of Science Fiction's Nebula and Hugo Awards

In: Time Travel Fiction

By: Mary Beth Miller

The Law of Nines by Terry Goodkind – Review: Popular Fantasy Novelist’s New Contemporary Thriller

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Robin Jarossi

Fantasy Writer T. A. Barron: An Interview With the Best-Selling Colorado Author

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Philip McIntosh

Frostbite is Chilling Twist on Werewolf Genre: Author Wellington Gives Us Settings, Characters We Can Bite in to

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vince Lovato

Writer and Teacher, James Van Pelt: Using Language to Inform and Entertain

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Philip McIntosh

The Moon is a Harsh Mistress & Authoritarianism: Analysis of the Lunar Authority

In: Utopian/Dystopian Fiction

By: Nancy Baker

The Moon is a Harsh Mistress and Anarchism: Analysis of Lunar Society in Robert Heinlein's Fiction

In: Utopian/Dystopian Fiction

By: Nancy Baker

The Moon is a Harsh Mistress: Robert Heinlein's Critical Utopia–The Plot

In: Utopian/Dystopian Fiction

By: Nancy Baker

Douglas Adams Books & Tweet the Galaxy: Douglas Adams' Hitch-Hiker Books are a Trilogy in Six Parts

In: Alien/Space Fiction

By: Linda Gentile

Summer of the Apocalypse by James Van Pelt: A Story of Hope and Survival in a Depopulated World

In: Apocalyptic Fiction

By: Philip McIntosh

Zombie Survival Guide – Home Preparations: Author Max Brooks on House Modifications and Supplies

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Terah Talley

The Hobbit / Lord of the Rings Character Guide: A Who's Who of Classic Fantasy Book by J.R.R. Tolkien Coming to Film

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Adam Pracht

LIveship Traders and the Earthsea Quartet: Nautical Themes in Fantasy Writing

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Sarah Pearson

Zombie Survival Guide – Choosing Weapons: Author Max Brooks on Weapons Preparation for a Zombie Attack

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Terah Talley

An Interview With Author David Murphy: Omaha Zombie Scribe Brings Words to Life

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Melissa Kucirek

Book Review – Zombies For Zombies: Author David Murphy’s Humorous Look at Life as a Zombie

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Melissa Kucirek

The Golden City by John Twelve Hawks: Final Installment of the Fourth Realm Trilogy

In: Utopian/Dystopian Fiction

By: Philip McIntosh

Neuromancer Cyberpunk Novel by William Gibson: Comparison of Cyberspace in the Novel and the Modern Internet

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Renee Holmes

Dystopia in Literature: An Overview of Popular Dystopian Science Fiction Books

In: Utopian/Dystopian Fiction

By: Rachelle Williams

Under the Dome by Stephen King: A Review of King's Latest Novel

In: Apocalyptic Fiction

By: Lindsey Mason

Getting To Know Dystopian Sci-Fi: A Brief Overview of the Dystopian Science Fiction Sub Genre

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Rachelle Williams

Zombie Survival Guide: Author Max Brooks on Zombie Origins, Symptoms & Treatment

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Terah Talley

The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman: Engaging Fantasy for Young Adult Readers

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Philip McIntosh

Review: Flight by Sherman Alexie: A Young Man Undertakes a Bizarre, Transformative Journey

In: Time Travel Fiction

By: Deborah Mack

Interview: Fantasy Author Tamora Pierce: Young-adult novelist creates series that hook readers of all ages

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Robert Bittner

Enemies & Allies by Kevin J. Anderson Review: DC Comics Heroes Superman, Batman Meet With Sci Fi, History Blend

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Adam Pracht

Coyote Horizon by Allen Steele: A Novel of Interstellar Discovery

In: Alien/Space Fiction

By: Philip McIntosh

Interview: Fantasy Author Elizabeth Haydon: The Real-World Power of Fantastic Stories

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Robert Bittner

Interview: Fantasy Author David Eddings: "The Dreamers" – David and Leigh Eddings' Final Series

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Robert Bittner

Interview: SF Author Hal Clement: The Father of Hard Science Fiction Talks About His Last Novel

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Robert Bittner

Interview: SF Author Linnea Sinclair: Writing the Space-Opera Adventures of Doc Eden Fynn

In: Space Opera

By: Robert Bittner

Breaking Dawn: The Last Fairy Tale of Twilight: Riveting End to Meyer's Series Offers Little to Sink Teeth Into

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Jennifer Carroll

Blood Ties the Books Behind the TV Series: Tanya Huff’s Vampire Books are Winners

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Jo Ann Woodsum

City of Ashes Book Review: Cassandra Clare's Second Mortal Instruments Book Pales to the First

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Keri Honea

Interview: SF Author Elizabeth Ann Scarborough: Writing the Petaybee Novels With Co-author Anne McCaffrey

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Robert Bittner

Interview: SF Author David Weber: "Off Armageddon Reef" – From the Creator of "Honor Harrington"

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Robert Bittner

City of Bones by Cassandra Clare Reviewed: Urban Fantasy Young Adult Novel Introduces World of the Shadowhunter

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Keri Honea

Clockwork Heart - Book Review: Dru Pagliassotti's Debut Steampunk Mystery Romance, Reviewed

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Maria Perales

Havemercy – Debut Novel Book Review: Jaida Jones and Danielle Bennett Debut Fantasy Co-Write, Reviewed

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Maria Perales

The Becoming, by Jeanne C. Stein: Book Review of the First Novel in the Anna Strong, Vampire Series

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Amelia Hill

Dragoncon Frequently Asked Questions: FAQs about Dragon*con, the biggest Sci-Fi and Fantasy Conference

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Alicia King

The Lovecraft Circle: Their Correspondence Altered the Course of Weird Fiction

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Larry Latham

North! Or Be Eaten by Andrew Peterson Review: Book Two of The Wingfeather Saga by Christian Singer/Songwriter

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Shane Werlinger

Greater Than The Sum Star Trek TNG Novel: The Borg Return To Federation Space

In: Alien/Space Fiction

By: Christopher Sharman

Esther Friesner Interview: Award Winning SF and Fantasy Author on Writing

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Lynne Jamneck

Quidditch Through the Ages Book Review: Rowling Explains the Development of Harry Potter’s Favorite Sport

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them: J K Rowling Delivers One of Harry Potter’s Textbooks From Hogwarts

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

The Tales of Beedle the Bard Book Review: JK Rowling Brings Fans Children’s Stories From Harry Potter’s World

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

An Overview of Wings by Aprilynne Pike: Pike Debuts as NYT Best Seller for YA Fantasy Novel

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Tara McClendon

Revelation Space Review – Sci Fi Space Opera: An Epic Hard Science Fiction Novel by Welsh Author Alastair Reynolds

In: Space Opera

By: Feature Writer Tony Dunnell

Zod Wallop by William Browning Spencer: A Brilliant Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Horror Novel From St Martin's Press

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Heidi Griffin

Stephen King/Richard Bachman – The Long Walk: Testing His Will to Survive, a Boy Embarks on the Walk of His Life

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Caroline Trent

William Browning Spencer – Sci-Fi Fantasy Genius: Zod Wallop, Irrational Fears, Resume With Monsters, and More!

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Heidi Griffin

A Storm of Swords by George R.R. Martin: Book 3 in A Song of Fire and Ice Epic – The Perfect Fantasy Novel?

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Stephen A. Butler

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Review: J K Rowlings Gripping Conclusion to the Harry Potter Series

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince Review: J K Rowling Delves into the Disturbing Mind of Voldemort

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Review: J K Rowling Introduces Dumbledore’s Army to the Halls of Hogwarts

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Review: J. K. Rowling Introduces Muggles to the Worldwide Wizarding World

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Review: J.K. Rowling’s Third Novel Looks Deeper into Harry Potter’s Past

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Review: J. K. Rowling’s Second Outing to Hogwarts, this Time by Flying Car

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Review: J K Rowling’s Introduction to the Magical World of Hogwarts

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Vasu Chetty

Werewolf Dreams Book Review: A Paranormal Story With Heart by M.M. Anderson

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Feature Writer Francine Brokaw

The Trouble with Demons Book Review: Lisa Shearin's Raine Benares Series Takes Serious Turn in Book Three

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Keri Honea

Blood Lite – A Collection of Horror Stories: Humourous Short Stories From Sci-fi to Horror to Urban Fantasy

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Amelia Hill

Twilight –New Morality Within the Vampire Mythos: Why Stephenie Meyer's Vampires are Both Mom and Teen Approved

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Heidi Griffin

Armed and Magical Book Review: Lisa Shearin's Sequel is Just as Witty, Magical, and Chick-lit.

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Keri Honea

Kurt Vonnegut's Short Story Harrison Bergeron: An Analysis and Discussion on Dystopian Themes and American Trends

In: Utopian/Dystopian Fiction

By: Feature Writer Megan B. Wyatt

Book Review – Rendezvous with Rama: Arthur C. Clarke’s Award Winning 1972 Novel

In: Alien/Space Fiction

By: Feature Writer Susan Kristoff

The Tempest Tales: A Novel-in-Stories by Walter Mosley

In: Apocalyptic Fiction

By: Dianha Simpson

Middle-Earth: The Secondary World of J. R. R. Tolkien

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Maria Olaguera

Nature Inspires Art and a Novel: Cheryl Zemke Combines Her Two Passions and Writes Book

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Carmen Thomas

Poison Study Book Review: Maria V. Snyder's Young Adult Fantasy of a Food Taster

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Keri Honea

Kelley Armstrong's The Otherworld Series: Frostbitten Set to Hit Bookshelves This Fall

In: Alternative History Fiction

By: Jamila Kareem

The Solaris Book of New Science Fiction: A Review of Solaris Books' First Original Science Fiction Anthology

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: John Markley

What is Gothic Horror? Born From Romance, Gothic Horror is All About Atmosphere.

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Tracy Morris

The Sword of Truth - Series Overview: Author Terry Goodkind and His Philosophy Through Fantasy Soapbox

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Carl Begai

Mad Ship Book Review: Book Two of Robin Hobb's Liveship Traders Trilogy

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Keri Honea

Tales From The Dark Tower – Book Review: An Anthology Of Dark And Gothic Short Stories

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Feature Writer Roberta Goli

Stray By Rachel Vincent Book Review: Werecats Come to Urban Fantasy in Shifters Book One

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Elyse Levesque

Quinn Martin's The Invaders in Print: Edgar Scoville Out, Al Lieberman In

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Rolf Maurer

Hugo Gernsback, The Father of Magazine SF: The Man Who Created The First Science Fiction Magazine.

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: SId Plested

The Theme of Robots in Science Fiction: Androids and Mechanical Men in SF: Companions or Replacements

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: SId Plested

The Time Travel Theme in Science Fiction: The Grandfather Paradox and the Butterfly Theory

In: Time Travel Fiction

By: SId Plested

H. P. Lovecraft and the Cthulhu Mythos: Innovative and Influential "Weird Tales" Author

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: SId Plested

An Introduction to Steampunk: A Retro-tech Science Fiction Sub-genre and Lifestyle.

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: SId Plested

A Beginners Guide to The Horus Heresy Series: Where To Begin With The Black Library's Best Stories

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Tim Bolitho-Jones

Hater – Apocalyptic Horror Novel by David Moody: Chilling Film Adaptation Being Produced by Guillermo del Toro

In: Apocalyptic Fiction

By: Robin Jarossi

Giovanni Schiapparelli and The Martian Canals: The Myth of Life on Mars

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: SId Plested

Review of Charlaine Harris's Dead Until Dark: Examination of the Book That Inspired the HBO Series True Blood

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

Review of Night of Knives by Ian C. Esslemont: A Novel of the Malazan Empire

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: John Markley

Knight of the Sacred Lake Book Review: Rosalind Miles' Second Installment of the Guenevere Trilogy

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Keri Honea

Eden Inverted: Lyra Bellaqua's quest of discovery in His Dark Materials

In: Alternative History Fiction

By: Jerod Allen

His Dark Materials, Blake, and Gnosticism: William Blake's Deep Influence on Philip Pullman's Classic Trilogy

In: Alternative History Fiction

By: Jerod Allen

Gnosticism in His Dark Materials: Philip Pullman Updates the Gnostic Parable in His Classic Trilogy

In: Alternative History Fiction

By: Jerod Allen

Book Review of Magic Lost, Trouble Found: A Fantasy Story of Magic and an Elf with an Attitude by Lisa Shearin

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Keri Honea

In Fury Born by David Weber: An Early Story By a Giant of Military Science Fiction Is Reborn

In: Space Opera

By: John Markley

Book Review – John Winchester's Journal: A First-Hand Account of Hunting the Supernatural

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Robert Becka

Iain Banks, Walking on Glass, Book Review: A Look at one of Britains Most Prolific Writier's Earlier Novels

In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction (general)

By: Ashley Jacob

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