The Undetectables by Courtney Smyth – Review
Julia Kitvaria Sarene
Funny and a little melancholy, like finding an old friendship bracelet at the back of a drawer and realising you still want to wear it.
humor/comedy
Two Necromancers, a Bureaucrat, and an Elf by L. G. Estrella – Review
If you want a book that asks nothing of you except to enjoy the ride, grab this one. Chaos, banter, and zombies, what's not to love.
The Legend of Uh by Aaron N. Hall – Review
Tom Joyce
Sir Dashing Junior was only knighted because they couldn’t knight his father twice. Now he’s determined to prove he’s worthy of his new title. With an aspiring ranger, an awkward…
SPFBO Finalist Review: Jester by Tim Carter
You’d think an army of zombie trolls and undead ogres would catch the nobility’s attention. You’d be wrong. The rulers of Halfsock are deeply in denial. Besides, they have taxes…
Investigation, Mediation, Vindication by Chris Tullbane – Review
This is not a book that will stay with you for weeks, but it is an easy, entertaining read with rough edges and real promise. Tullbane's debut does enough right…
Widow’s Bay – TV Series Review
Colleen McMillan
Widow’s Bay, airing on Apple TV, is like Jaws with more supernatural teeth. It’s as if Stephen King guest-wrote for Northern Exposure. Even the town’s name screams King, who loves…
Starter Villain by John Scalzi – Review
A clever, chaotic sci-fi comedy full of talking animals, double-crossing villains, and absurd plans. Starter Villain is sharp, funny, and an absolute joy from start to finish.
Ring the Bells by C. K. McDonnell – Review
A chaotic, foul-mouthed Christmas entry in the Stranger Times series, packed with ancient gods, bad decisions, bodily fluids, and zero cozy vibes. Perfect for readers who like their festive reads…
SPFBO 10 Champions’ League: Orconomics by J. Zachary Pike – Review
Absurd quests, unexpected twists, and a steady undercurrent of satire kept the pacing brisk and the tone light, without slipping into pure farce.
When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi – Review
Jayna
... a delightful group of short stories following a whole slew of characters ...
The Pilgrims of the Damned by Steve McHugh – Review
These are vampires who make choices about what kind of people they want to be, not mindless predators, and I love that mix of grit, gore, and moral conviction
Phule’s Company by Robert Asprin – Review
This was funny and heartwarming and I was not expecting to like it as much as I did.