The First of Shadows by Deck Matthews – Review
Julia Kitvaria Sarene
How do you kill a shadow? As a raging storm descends on the Blasted Coast, the crippled young rigger, Caleb Rusk, meets a stranger on the road. Little does he…
epic fantasy
The Ashen Orb Bounty by Patrick Dugan – Review
Sometimes, you just want a fun, tropey quest with a lovable crew , and this book hits that sweet spot perfectly.
The Tale of Gurion Thricebound by Angela Holder – Review
If you're interested in a thoughtful exploration of societal structures, privilege, and revolution, seen through the eyes of one family living through the upheaval, then this book is absolutely worth…
Hall of Smoke by H. M. Long – Review
Jayna
Her quest is twisted by the power struggle between the new and the old gods, and her decisions will decide the fate of the world as she knows it.
SPFBO 10 Champions’ League: By Blood, by Salt by J. L. Odom – Review
A beautiful book, beautifully written.
Julia’s Favourite Self-Published SFF Books: A Giant List (Part 1) – Epic Fantasy
Apparently it is #IndieAugust and I almost missed it... So let's hop onto the topic real quick (she says and spends a whole day doing nothing else...) and finally do…
Beggar’s Rebellion by L. W. (Levi) Jacobs – Review
It’s a fast-paced yet thoughtful adventure with solid character work, world-building that doesn’t get in its own way, and just enough twists to keep things interesting.
The Summer Goddess by Joanne Hall
The Summer Goddess is a beautifully told, thematically rich fantasy that offers something far beyond the typical “white male protagonist” hero’s journey. It’s a breath of fresh air for anyone…
In Solitude’s Shadow by David Green
... sharp, character-driven fantasy with teeth, full of heart, heartbreak, and hard choices. If you want magic with meaning, battles with consequences, and a cast that actually makes you care,…
A Bitter Drink by Azalea Forrest
Overall, I really enjoyed the blend of cozy comfort and emotional depth, with just the right amount of darkness to keep things interesting.
Sairo’s Claw by Virginia McClain
he mystery, action, and dynamic character interactions kept me glued to the pages, and I found myself resenting every interruption that pulled me away from reading.
Code of the Communer by Kai Greenwood – Review
Code of the Communer is a beautifully crafted, deeply immersive fantasy that more than deserves to be on readers' radars.