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Fantasy

REVIEW: Smash and Grab – Maz Maddox

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Smash and Grab - Maz Maddox

Genre: Fantasy Shifter Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Bi, Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book My standard issued lab badge reads ‘Simon’ but it really should say ‘unexciting nerd with no social life.’ Don’t get me wrong — I love what I do with a passion, but it doesn’t leave a lot of time for much else. Especially romance. While chipping away at my work, I’m suddenly the person between hired cartel muscle and the fossil that will define my career. Which isn’t the most insane part of the story. My savior is a chaotic, … Read more

FOR READERS: Give Me More Fantastical creatures!

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FOR READERS Today’s reader topic comes from QSFer Angel Martinez: In Fantasy, what creatures do we not see enough of? Which ones do you feel have particular symbolism for queer people? Writers: This is a reader chat – you are welcome to join it, but please do not reference your own works directly. Thanks! Join the chat: FB: http://bit.ly/1MvPABVMeWe: http://bit.ly/2mjg8lf

REVIEW: Power Inversion – Sara Codair

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Power Inversion

Genre: Urban Fantasy, Supernatural LGBTQ+ Category: Non-binary, trans, demi, bi, pan Reviewer: Melissa Get It On Amazon About The Book Do you have to be a monster to fight one? Erin Evanstar is a demon hunter, a protector of humanity from nightmarish predators that feed on people’s fears and flesh. They are settling into their dual life of being a teen and hunting demons. When a tentacled horror abducts Erin’s partner, José, Erin and their family go on the hunt to get him back. But Erin gets an ultimatum: help the Fallen Angels bring on the apocalypse or watch José … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: The Scholar’s Heart – Antonia Aquilante

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The Scholar's Heart - Antonia Aquilante

QSFer Antonia Aquilante has a new MM fantasy romance out, book three in the Chronicles of Tournai: “The Scholar’s Heart.” And there’s a giveaway! This is a re-release. Though he is the youngest son of a royal duke, Etan is a scholar at heart, happiest in a library surrounded by his books. He contentedly juggles his work for the prince’s government with his studies of the history and legends of Tournai, a subject of particular interest to him because he shares the secret magical Talent that runs in the royal bloodline. However, Etan’s peaceful world turns upside down when his … Read more

INNOVATION: Cover Reveal

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It’s gettin’ real, y’all. The marked-up manuscript came back from Ryane last week, and we’ve now heard from just about all of the authors with their changes and approval. Now we upload to Amazon for preorder! And it’s time for the cover reveal! Here’s the eBook cover: And here’s the print cover: Next up? Announceing the Judges’ Choices in about two weeks, and then publication on August 8th. So many great stories!

ANNOUNCEMENT: Silk Dragon Salsa – Rhys Ford

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Silk Dragon Salsa

QSFer Rhys Ford has a new MM paranormal/urban fantasy out, book four in the Kai Gracen series: “Silk Dragon Salsa.” SoCalGov Stalker Kai Gracen always knew Death walked in his shadow. Enough people told him that, including his human mentor, Dempsey. Problem was, the old man never told him what to do when Death eventually caught up. Where Tanic, his elfin father and the Wild Hunt Master of the Unsidhe Court, brought Kai pain and suffering, Dempsey gave him focus and a will to live… at least until everything unraveled. Now caught in a web of old lies and half-truths, … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Duking It Out – E.J. Russell

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Duking It Out - E.J. Russell

QSFer E.J. Russell has a new MM/bi fantasy romance out: “Duking it Out.” Royal dukes from rival countries, shipwrecked on a deserted island. The grudge match of the century—or a love story of super-heroic proportions? Sander Fiala, Duke of Roses, is fourth in line to the South Abarran throne, even though his rogue power earned him the nickname “The Monster of Roses” and got him banished from the Castle. But right before he’s about to set off on his annual birthday sailing trip, the Queen asks him to meet with the notoriously volatile North Abarran Duke of Arles. Tarik Jaso, … Read more

REVIEW: Shades of Sepia – Anne Barwell

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Shades Of Sepia - Anne Barwell

Genre: Paranormal, Urban Fantasy LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book To be soulmates they first have to survive.  A serial killer stalks the streets of Boggslake, Ohio. The victims are always found in pairs, one human and one vampire.  Simon Hawthorne has been a vampire for nearly a hundred years, and he has never seen anything like it. Neither have the other supernaturals he works with to keep the streets safe for both their kind and the humans.  One meeting with Simon finds Ben Leyton falling for a man he knows is keeping secrets, … Read more

Plotbunnies: The Bestiary

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In this episode of Life’s Little Mysteries, we’ll take a closer look at mythical creatures and fantastic beasts that have inspired the human imagination for thousands of years. Where did the idea of monsters like dragons and unicorns come from, and what’s behind sailors’ descriptions of beautiful and enticing mermaids? Listen to Life’s Little Mysteries 37: Mysterious Mythical Creatures, to find out! You’ll also hear about some of the creatures that persist in modern folklore, such as the Jersey Devil, the Mongolian Death Worm and the chupacabra. And while today’s Bigfoot is a creature of legend rather than fact, a … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Shades of Sepia – Anne Barwell

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Shades Of Sepia - Anne Barwell

QSFer Anne Barwell has a new MM paranormal urban fantasy romance out: “Shades of Sepia.” To be soulmates they first have to survive.  A serial killer stalks the streets of Boggslake, Ohio. The victims are always found in pairs, one human and one vampire.  Simon Hawthorne has been a vampire for nearly a hundred years, and he has never seen anything like it. Neither have the other supernaturals he works with to keep the streets safe for both their kind and the humans.  One meeting with Simon finds Ben Leyton falling for a man he knows is keeping secrets, but … Read more