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FOR READERS: Why Isn’t Marvel More Queer?

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FOR READERS Today’s reader topic comes from QSFer J. Scott Coatsworth: It seems like we get queerbaited by Marvel all the time. Sure, there are a few queer heroes in the Marvel Universe, but in the movies that number is vanishingly small. Why? And when do you think that will change? 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/1MvPABV MeWe: http://bit.ly/2mjg8lf

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Essex Colony, by Lia Cooper

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Essex Colony

Lia Cooper has a new FF sci fi book out, Moon Mirror Book One: “Essex Colony.” It’s been 227 days since Essex Colony’s last transmission… Dispatched to the surface of Essex Prime and tasked with discovering what happened to the colony, Doctor Soran Ingram discovers that most of the colonists are dead and the surviving Executive Officer—Aline Aster—has turned into a ravening wolf-beast. The human survivors claim the XO and her Lunaran fellows went mad and killed everyone, but Soran has her doubts. Following Aster’s testimony, as well as clues left behind, Soran embarks on a fact-finding mission to retrace … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: This is the Circle, by Tash McAdam

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QSFer Tash McAdam has a new queer sci fi book out: “This is the Circle.” In the middle of two wars, including one that they didn’t want and didn’t ask for, the Psionics of ARC struggle to turn back the Eaters. The Institute is still waiting for an opportunity to regain control of the city, but right now there are more pressing concerns. Outside the Wall, chaos reigns, and the slums are overrun. Citizens and dwells alike are panicked and rioting. Cassandra hides in Epsilon 17’s body, convincing those closest to her that everything is normal as she pieces together … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Slashed and Mashed, by Andrew J. Peters

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Slashed and Mashed

QSFer Andrew J. Peters has a new gay fantasy/folklore book out: “Slashed And Mashed.” What really happened when Theseus met the Minotaur? How did demon-slaying Momotarō come to be raised by two daddies? Will Scheherazade’s hapless Ma’aruf ever find love and prosperity after his freeloading boyfriend kicks him out on the street? Classic lore gets a bold remodeling with stories from light-hearted and absurd, earnestly romantic, daring and adventurous, to darkly surreal. The collection includes: Theseus and the Minotaur, Károly, Who Kept a Secret, The Peach Boy, The Vain Prince, The Jaguar of the Backward Glance, Ma’aruf the Street Vendor, … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Bitches, by David Richards

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Bitches - David Richards

QSFer David Richards has a new queer (gay, gender fluid, lesbian, pansexual) urban fantasy out: “Bitches.” Sometimes you have to be a witch to get things done Catherine, the most powerful witch alive, knows how to look after herself. After all – she’s been around for a very, very long time. Unfortunately, something is wrong with Catherine’s powers so she is forced to enlist the help of a local coven who may be able to fix her. If that isn’t bad enough, Catherine is being hunted by a puritanical witch hunter whose divine duty is to eradicate all witches from … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Terror in Time Collection, by Melodie Romeo

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Terror in Time

QSFer Melodie Romeo has a new queer horror collection out: “Terror in Time.” Terror in Time is a collection of nine eerie tales of the macabre and the unexpected that will chill you to the bone. From Celtic lore and ancient evils, to ghosts, voodoo, and legendary creatures, these stories are sure to please the horror enthusiast and history buff alike. It even includes the obligatory spoof taking zombies where no zombie has gone before! So lock your doors and turn up the lights, for you never know what evil lurks in the shadows, and settle down for a good … Read more

INTERVIEW: Addison Heimann, Creator of Kappa Force, a Just released Queer Poc Superhero Series

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“Kappa Force,” fun satire of school rom-coms breaks the mold with parody pop songs and a cast of fabulous queer femme POC, trans and lesbian college superhero sorority sisters seeking “ Sorority Justice for Frat Boy Scum”, led by Madeline Weinstein  who starred in Netfilx’s ALEX STRANGELOVE and is leading on Broadway in the Harry Potter Musical. The LatinX creator, Addison Heimann, birthed this show from depression and into activism…all with humor. :) The show is streaming on Revry TV – “stream. out. loud.” See the Trailer Here We have an interview with Addison, the creator of the show: Queer Sci Fi: Tell me about KAPPA … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Through the Doors of Oblivion, by Michael G. Williams

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Through the Doors of Oblivion

QSFer Michael G. Williams has a new queer urban fantasy out, book one in the Servant/Sovereign series: “Through the Doors of Oblivion.” REAL ESTATE IS HELL – SOMETIMES LITERALLY Wedged between real estate speculators, startup bros, and gentrified neighborhoods, it’s gotten hard to get by in San Francisco and it’s getting even harder all the time. Now two witches have decided the time has come to do something about it. Using all their arcane skills, Iria – tall, dark, and genderqueer – and their partner and mentor, Madge – the granddaughter of Chinese immigrants and a powerful magician – have … Read more

REVIEW: The Last Run, by J. Scott Coatsworth

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The Last Run

Title: The Last Run Author: J. Scott Coatsworth Genre: Sci Fi LGBTQ+ Category: Lesbian Publisher: Other Worlds Ink Pages: 98 Reviewer: Linda, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Sera is the last runner from Earth, bringing badly needed supplies to the Tharassas Colony across a twenty-five year gulf between the planets. Jas works on a hencha farm to make ends meet, harvesting berries from the semi-sentient plants. Neither one that knows their lives—and worlds—are about to change forever. The Review I love sci-fi movies and tv shows and when it comes to sci-fi books not so much … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: The Windmines of Bora Bora, by Beryll & Osiris Brackhaus

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The Windmines of Bora Bora

QSFers Beryll and Osiris Brackhaus have a new queer fantasy book out: The Windmines of Bora Bora. The Emperor cares for each and every one of his subjects.” Betrayed by his sister and sold into slavery to die in the dreaded Windmines of Bora Bora, Ivan has nothing but sarcasm and spite for the Lotus Knights’ well-worn catchphrase. No one ever cared for him – not when he was a young noble, not as a tortured Quetzal pet, and definitely not as a runaway slave gang leader in the slums of Yaiciz.  But all that changes when one of his … Read more