On Tik Tok (and occasionally some other reading groups) I talk a lot about my own experience reading classic science fiction and fantasy (mostly sci-fi). And I think sometimes that gives a false impression of age. But the reality is that a lot of the classic or vintage or generally older sci fi books I… Continue reading A Childhood of Science Fiction Classics
How do we then go about creating our little genre classic retinue? Because, surprisingly, this is a question you have to ask, sometimes.
Previously, I've touched on some of the benefits that come from reading classic books in your preferred genre. Sci-fi classics. Fantasy classics. Romance classics. Horror classics. Because society becomes more progressive through time, however, these older books are going to present outdated and obsolete societal views. Some to the point where they do start to… Continue reading Balancing the Problematic and the Emblematic in Classic Literature
It’s not uncommon for the hobbyist reader to completely abandon classics and more retro or vintage literature once they’ve moved on from reading for academic purposes. Why not? So many new books come out a year that just getting through all the new releases you’re interested in is a task unto itself. But then, on… Continue reading Why Read Genre Classics if they Come With So Many Problems?
Harsh opinion, but if someone says “I like/read classics” with no additional clarification, I don’t trust them in terms of actually knowing what kinds of books they like. The more they insist that “classics” are “superior,” the more that trust diminishes. And it’s not even really because of the pretension that tends to haunt those… Continue reading I Don’t Think Some Classics Readers Actually Like Books
In the real world, when it comes to language about queer identities, we often find ourselves in a bit scuffle with pre-conceived linguistic notions. What’s the actual difference between pan and bi? What are the different ways non-binary identities (genderfluid, genderqueer, agender) interact with each other? What about the micro-labels that pepper the asexual spectrum?… Continue reading Creating a Queernorm Fantasy Setting: The Language Around Attraction
Check the end for promos, free books, and special sales. The Zoologist's Guide to the Galaxy: What Animals on Earth Reveal About Aliens and OurselvesDr. Arik KershenbaumNon-fiction Biology, 2020 From Storygraph: "Using his own expert understanding of life on Earth and Darwin's theory of evolution - which applies throughout the universe - Cambridge zoologist Dr.… Continue reading May Reads and Reviews
Fanfiction is defined, at its core, is a piece of new work created by the fan of an existing work that borrows characters, settings, and other elements to craft a new narrative. A retelling is defined, at its core, is a piece of new work created by the fan of an existing work that borrows… Continue reading Some of Y’all Just Don’t Want to Admit You Actually Like Fanfiction
Check the end for promos, free books, and special sales. Sweet VengeanceViano OniomohErotic Horror, 2023 After being raped and brutally assaulted Joy seeks out the help of the demon Malachi to help her get revenge and ultimate kill her rapist. She wants to do the deed herself, but needs Malachi’s help to enact her plan… Continue reading April Reads and Reviews
This past weekend (the last Saturday of April) was Indie Bookstore Day. My usual indie bookstore was actually closed, however, their day dedicated to working the Texas Teen Book Festival. They moved their celebrations, instead, to Sunday. So, instead, I took to two stores that I had never been to before. One was newly opened,… Continue reading I Don’t Understand How Bookstores Work
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