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Nintendo Game “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” Contains Queer References

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Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Animal Crossing: New Horizons has finally been released on Nintendo Switch, and eagle-eyed fans have already spotted a small queer reference in the game. In a clip from the game posted to Twitter, a character called Merry gushes about her love of comics and romantic comedies and references a princess whose “true love” is another princess. “Romantic comedies! Ohmigosh, I didn’t know anybody else read those comics but me!” Merry says. “My favourite’s about the shred-tastic Princess of Rocketboarding and her true love, the Princess of Explosions! They search the world for each other, but HILARIOUS stuff always keeps them … Read more

REVIEW: Doc, by Rowan Massey

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REVIEW: Doc, By Rowan Massey

Title: Doc Series: What a Colorful Feeling Book Three Author: Rowan Massey Genre: Gay, Sci Fi, Dystopian LGBTQ+ Category: MM Gay Publisher: Self Pages: 385 Reviewer: Gloria, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Here at the end of the world, could there still be something left to hope for? Emporium is in ruins and so is Dr. Atul Sardana’s life. With thoughts of the people he’s lost and the lifelong scientific passions he’s failed at whirling in his mind, the man known mostly as Doc is taken in by his brother, Avi, and his brother’s head scientist, … Read more

REVIEW: Ozzy, by Rowan Massey

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Ozzy - Rowan Massey

Title: Ozzy Series: What a Colorful Feeling Book One Author: Rowan Massey Genre: Gay, Sci Fi, Dystopian LGBTQ+ Category: MM Gay Publisher: Self Pages: 275 Reviewer: Gloria, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Ozzy could ruin Jace’s life to buy his own freedom…or let himself fall in love and save Jace’s life instead. Two dozen new types of recreational drugs were invented in the eighties. Now there’s no one left who isn’t a user. As a result, civilization is falling to its knees. The skies are polluted, having a job puts you in the minority, and public … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: The Adventure of the Naked Guide , by Cynthia Ward

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The Adventure of the Naked Guide

QSFer Cynthia Ward has a new queer sci fi/fantasy book out, book three in the Blood Thirsty Agent series: “The Adventure of the Naked Guide.” The earth is hollow—a trackless primordial wilderness. It’s also the new front in the Great War. Here, the British spy Lucy Harker—Dracula’s daughter—must locate Britain’s missing vampire slayer—her own mother. Then she’s separated from her lover, the vampire spy Carmilla, and captured by Germany’s most brilliant scientist, the sinister Dr Krüger. Now, Agent Harker may discover her most dangerous opponents are on her own side. Get It At Amazon | Aqueduct Press Excerpt “You’ve picked … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Darlings of New Midnight, by Andrea Speed

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Darlings Of New Midnight, By Andrea Speed

QSFer Andrea Speed has a new queer fantasy book out: “Darlings of New Midnight.” There’s more than one way to interpret destiny. The Son of Satan, a demon hunter, a mummy, a witch, a harpy, and the messenger of an elder god walk into a bar… and try to prevent the apocalypse? The devil isn’t thrilled, and frankly the angels aren’t either. But from the bowels of Hell to the chilly Halls of Heaven, from Thailand to Tacoma to the bottom of the ocean, this ragtag group of supernaturals plans to fight the prophecy and save the world or die … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Red Hail, by Jamie Killen

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Red Hail, By Jamie Killen

QSFer Jamie Killen has a new queer historical horror book out: Red Hail. Professor Colin Ayres has spent years researching the strange story of Galina, Arizona, a sleepy border town ripped apart by violence and paranoia after the outbreak of a mysterious illness in 1960. Colin is certain the Galina Incident was simply a case of mass hysteria. But when his partner, Alonzo, starts exhibiting strange symptoms, Colin is shocked to realize they are the same as those that emerged in Galina decades ago. As Alonzo’s condition worsens, Colin scrambles to piece together what really happened during that terrible summer … Read more

FOR WRITERS: Let’s Talk Flash Fiction & “Innovation”

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It’s that time of year again. In two weeks our 2020 flash fiction contest opens once again, and this year the theme is Innovation. So we’re inviting past participants and winners to stop in and talk about how to write these short short stories, and what aspects of the theme we might explore this year! See our current rules here. FB: http://bit.ly/1MvPABVMeWe: http://bit.ly/2mjg8lf

ANNOUNCEMENT: Devon’s Island, by SI Clarke

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Devon's Island - SI Clarke

QSFer SI Clarke has a new queer sci fi book out (ace, bi, lesbian, trans ftm), book one in the White Hart series: “Devon’s Island.” Other stories will take you to Mars. This one will take you inside the boardroom, the pub, and the bedroom with the people planning the mission. Gurdeep is an engineer and a soldier. Georgie’s a food scientist. One is pragmatic with a tough outer shell; the other’s an optimist, a person of ideas and compassion. Together, they’re humanity’s last hope for survival. In the span of a single afternoon, the couple find themselves in charge … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Once Upon a Green Rose Anthology

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Once Upon a Green Rose

QSFer Warren Rochelle has a short story in a new anthology: “Once Upon A Green Rose.” Love is in the air. Or maybe lust. Queer platonic attraction possibly? Either way, this anthology collects stories of people and relationships that are just a little bit… queered. Stories by:Warren RochelleJess MahlerKatrina EricksonDan AckermanMichón Neal Get It At Amazon Excerpt From “Mirrors,” by Warren Rochelle Sometimes I forget how to say my name.  I haven’t said it out loud in such a long time I don’t know if I could make the sounds. That was part of the witch’s curse. I am able … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Trials, by Sean ian O’Meidhir & Connal Braginsky

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Trials, By Sean Ian O'Meidhir

Sean Ian O’Meidhir and Connal Braginsky have a new queer paranormal/ urban fantasy out, Crossing Nuwa Book Three: “Trials.” With the help of technomage and hacker Theo, rare snake shifter Robbie escaped his mother and clan, who planned to use him as breeding stock. While still working to break through the conditioning and mind control of his past, Robbie is enjoying exploring a new relationship with the worldlier Theo. But their fight isn’t over yet. A trip to his aunt’s house for Thanksgiving is highjacked by political intrigue, leaving the couple wondering who their friends really are. They cannot help … Read more