Fantasy
Cry, Voidbringer is a raw anti-war epic fantasy full of found family and the true cost of what it takes to be free.
with Madeleine Nakamura
Author Madeleine Nakamura joins Bookish Brews to discuss the phenomena of defensive writing and particularly how it manifests in diverse communities.
with Wen-yi Lee
The Dark We Know is a vulnerable and raw YA horror about living on with the memories of those you’ve known and loved. Today the author Wen-yi Lee joins us to talk about it.
with Keshe Chow
Debut author Keshe Chow talks about the process and considerations for writing mythology elements in her debut novel The Girl with No Reflection.
with Van Hoang
Author Van Hoang joins Bookish Brews to talk about 1950’s Los Angeles, where her novel The Monstrous Misses Mai takes place, and doing research for fiction writing. Most importantly, we talk about what an incredible resource libraries can be for all types of research. Plus, a big nod to dresses with pockets and the history of women’s fashion.
by Gabriella Buba
Anti-Colonial Science Fiction and Fantasy grapples with this history of exploitation and it’s lasting impacts on lands and people through the lens of other worlds, imagined futures, and alternate histories.
with Sondi Warner
When I was first introduced to Sondi Warner, I quickly learned how deep their passion is for creating space that encourages self acceptance and reminds readers of how worthy they are. I’m so honored to introduce you all to the brilliant Sondi Warner, author of Lead Me Astray.
The Last Bloodcarver Is honest and sincere in the details that remind you that the author understands. It’s in the details, in the comments, in the insecurities, in the yearning. This story is told through a lens of diaspora, and in the same way that Nhika finds home in her magic and knowledge, to me, The Last Bloodcarver feels like a glimpse of home.
with Jasmine Walls and Teo DuVall
In an alternate 1930’s Mississippi where magic exists, the state laws restrict who can use it and how it should be done. Unsatisfied with the way things are, six young women push back against these oppressive laws by participating in illegal broom races to earn money for better lives.