As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Sci-Fi

FOR WRITERS: Solarpunk

by
solarpunk - deposit photos

FOR WRITERS Today’s writer topic comes from QSFer Scott: As the world tries to transition off of carbon-based power, solar will become an important part of the mix. Writers, have you written solarpunk – sci fi involving a solar-powered future? Writers: This is a writer chat – you are welcome to share your own book/link, as long as it fits the chat, but please do so as part of a discussion about the topic. Join the chat: FB: http://bit.ly/1MvPABVMeWe: http://bit.ly/2mjg8lf

REVIEW: Earth’s Karma – Peggy Biedermann

by
Earth's Karma - Peggy Biedermann

Genre: Sci Fi LGBTQ+ Category: Lesbian Reviewer: H.L. Get It On Amazon About The Book Katarina Daskalos is a survivor. She lived through being shunned from her family, escaped a life of homelessness, survived an IED in Afghanistan, overcame addiction, and the death of her beloved wife and child. Kat was succeeding at creating a new life teaching troubled, adolescent kids when she suddenly finds herself holding the fate of the human race in her hands after the Earth tries to rid itself of the human sickness plaguing it. Following a cataclysmic disaster which causes mass casualties all over the … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Tiny Planet Filled With Liars – Stephen M.A.

by
Tiny Planet Filled With Liars - Stephen M.A.

QSFer Stephen M.A. has a new diverse military space opera out: “Tiny Planet Filled With Liars.” And there’s a giveaway! An armada that never dies. A society on the verge. Every 30 days, Fleet Eternal arrives to surround the planet and lay siege to a complacent populace. Its armaments are unbeatable, its numbers uncountable, but the terrifying assault has one fatal flaw: a mere .01% loss in combat strength triggers automatic retreat and reset. For decades, the Unified Fiduciary Dominion has relied on the Board and its military contractors to defend the planet and maintain the knife’s edge of survival. … Read more

Pulling Carbon Out of the Atmosphere

by
Carbon Dioxide CO2 - pixabay

Nature has equipped Earth with several giant “sponges,” or carbon sinks, that can help humans battle climate change. These natural sponges, as well as human-made ones, can sop up carbon, effectively removing it from the atmosphere. But what does this sci-fi-like act really entail? And how much will it actually take — and cost — to make a difference and slow climate change? Sabine Fuss has been looking for these answers for the last two years. An economist in Berlin, Fuss leads a research group at the Mercator Research Institute on Global Commons and Climate Change and was part of … Read more

REVIEW: Peacemaker – E.M. Hamill

by
Peacemaker - E.M. Hamill

Genre: Sci Fi, Space Opera LGBTQ+ Category: genderfluid, genderqueer Reviewer: Devon Get It On Amazon | Publisher About The Book Third-gender operative Dalí Tamareia thought their life as an ambassador ended when they joined a galactic intelligence agency. When they’re yanked out of the field and tapped to negotiate the surrender of deadly bio-engineered warriors who crashed into hostile territory, Dalí is thrust headfirst back into the tumultuous world of galactic diplomacy. Dalí has faced Shontavians before, but not like these. The stranded mercenaries are highly intelligent and have an agenda of their own. Dalí can’t afford to be distracted … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: By Imperial Decree – Angel Martinez

by
By Imperial Decree - Angel Martinez

QSFer Angel Martinez has a new queer sci fi book out in her ESTO Universe (gay, trans): “By Imperial Degree.” An Imperial prince can only hide for so long—but his solution of a hastily invented engagement could backfire spectacularly. Marsh Kensinger’s work as the utility mechanic for Bremen Station keeps his life interesting – but never quite as interesting as finding a pilot still hidden inside a hibernation drawer in what should have been a salvage craft. He knows he shouldn’t get involved, but the Altairian Imperial crest on the private craft and the semi-conscious pilot’s odd questions pique his … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Bad Hand – O.E. tearmann

by
Bad Hand - O.E. Tearmann

QSFer O.E. Tearmann has a new queer cyberpunk short out in the Aces High, Jokers Wild series: “Bad Hand.” Jump into this fun, spooky short with your favorite queer cyberpunk cast! Tweak gets a nickname. Naomi gets to lend a hand. The Wildcards get a little more than they signed up for. Maybe they’ll think before they pull pranks next time. …or maybe not. Get It At Amazon Excerpt “You’re going to stain your bandages with the grease off those things,” Naomi observed dryly. Tweak glanced at her hand, where the long white bandage that swathed her arm from shoulder … Read more

REVIEW: Lander – J. Scott Coatsworth

by
Lander - J. Scott Coatsworth

Genre: Sci-Fi, Sci Fantasy LGBTQ+ Category: Gay, lesbian, bisexual Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book The world needs saving, again. Xander and Jameson thought they’d fulfilled their destiny when they brought the worlds of Oberon and Titania back together, but their short-lived moment of triumph is over. Reunification has thrown the world into chaos. A great storm ravaged Xander’s kingdom of Gaelan, leaving the winged skythane people struggling to survive. Their old enemy, Obercorp, is biding its time, waiting to strike. And to the north, a dangerous new adversary gathers strength, while an unexpected … Read more

REVIEW: Dali – E.M. Hamill

by
Dali - E.M. Hamill

Genre: Sci-Fi. Space Opera LGBTQ+ Category: Genderfluid, Genderqueer. Non-Binary, Intersex Reviewer: Devon Get It On Amazon About The Book Dalí Tamareia has everything—a young family and a promising career as an Ambassador in the Sol Fed Diplomatic Corps. Dalí’s path as a peacemaker seems clear, but when their loved ones are killed in a terrorist attack, grief sends the genderfluid changeling into a spiral of self-destruction. Fragile Sol Fed balances on the brink of war with a plundering alien race. Their skills with galactic relations are desperately needed to broker a protective alliance, but in mourning, Dalí no longer cares, … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: The PV-3 Mutagen – Beryll and Osiris Brackhaus

by
The PV-3 Mutagen - Beryll And Osiris Brackhaus

Beryll and Osiris Brackhaus have a new sci fi/space opera book out, Virasana Empire: Dr. Laurent Book 1: “The PV-3 Mutagen.” As a history scholar and courier for the secretive Circle of Thales, Rene Laurent is a man of many talents – none of them lending themselves much to a life of adventure. But when a chance meeting with a young, idealistic Belligra priest drags him into a wild quest to keep a dangerous mutagen off the streets of Floor, his curiosity gets the better of him. Between monsters both human and man-made, he realises that maybe fieldwork is more … Read more