After her debut novel Like Home, Louisa Onomé returns with her latest book, Twice as Perfect. In her sophomore novel, Onomé centers on a Nigerian-Canadian family split not only by generational divides but the conflicting hopes and dreams that threaten…
Interview: Preeti Chhibber, author of ‘Spider-Man’s Social Dilemma,’ talks sequel villain and the Sandman’s internal organs
YA author, freelance writer, and Spider-Man “super fan” Preeti Chhibber has plenty of experience writing some of the most popular characters in comic book history. In addition to her work on comics like Women of Marvel, she recently launched Spider-Man’s…
‘This Vicious Grace’ review: Emily Thiede’s debut fantasy drips with a deadly love
This Vicious Grace by Emily Thiede is a solid romantic fantasy debut that takes place in fantasy Italy. If brooding bodyguards, chosen ones, and the Italian language excite you, then you will enjoy this story. The story follows 18 year-old…
Interview: Dana Swift, author of ‘Cast In Firelight’ and ‘Bound By Firelight’ talks inspiration behind her characters and their future
If you are looking for a book that unites magic, heists, royalty, and romance, look no further than the Wickery series by Dana Swift. The first book, Cast In Firelight (Delacorte Press 2021), follows Adraa and Jatin, the two heirs to their respective kingdoms, as…
‘Hotel Magnifique’ review: Emily J. Taylor’s whimsical hotel holds dazzling secrets
Emily J. Taylor enchants the senses with her debut fantasy, Hotel Magnifique. The French, art deco inspired novel takes readers on a whimsical journey to a magical, teleporting hotel where crystal orange trees grow out of the marble floors and…
‘A Far Wilder Magic’ review: Allison Saft’s sophomore novel is hopeful and atmospheric
Allison Saft’s debut novel, Down Comes The Night, snuck up on me. At first glance, it was a gothic horror fantasy about a desperate partnership between sworn enemies. I’m not generally a horror reader but I do love atmospheric novels and when a…
April 2022 New Book Releases: Spring Forward with Books
This month is a feast for readers of middle grade and fantasy. If you love exciting novels with big-hearted characters or thrilling novels with captivating twists, you’ll find so much to love this month. As we get closer to the…