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Articles about compelling books that I’ve read: books you can’t put down, lists of great books, best science fiction books, amazing speculative fiction books, and more.
The Familiar, by Leigh Bardugo: historical fantasy that will emotionally devastate you
The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo is a lyrical, musical Cinderella-meets-Hunger Games retelling that will break you. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.
The Thinning, by Inga Simpson: a near-future speculative thriller
The Thinning is a near future Australian speculative novel that frames main character Fin’s experience in a world falling apart.
Pirates and Courtiers, by Gabrielle Davis, launched at Avid Reader in Brisbane
Pirates and Courtiers by Gabrielle Davis is a fantasy novel that will appeal to readers of all ages, and second of Road to Freedom series.
Fractal, by Shae Nicholson, launched at Forever Fables in Maroochydore
Fractal by Shae Nicholson is a dual timeline eco thriller set in Brisbane and the UK, when a deadly lichen causes a mass exodus of the UK.
The inaugural Spec. Fic. Society anthology is coming!
Spec. Fic. Society anthology: we are publishing an anthology of short stories from emerging, award-winning and dedicated authors.
The Fifth Season, by N. K. Jemisin: world-building and character-driven plot like no other
The Fifth Season novel by N. K. Jemisin is a stunning example of world-building with a rich character-driven plot unlike any other.
The Calculating Stars: could an asteroid strike force space colonisation?
The Calculating Stars: multi-award winning science fiction novel in an alternate history 1950s space race to colonise the solar system.
Empire of the Vampire vs Lifel1k3: Jay Kristoff can plunge us into any world he chooses
Empire of the Vampire and the Lifel1k3 series by Jay Kristoff are two examples of compelling character-driven fiction in different styles.
Comes the Night, by Isobelle Carmody: the interface between dreams and reality
Comes the Night by Isobelle Carmody feels like a back to roots story from this beloved Australian fantasy and science fiction author.
Immersive worldbuilding short story collection: Liberation Day
Immersive worldbuilding short story collection, Liberation Day, by George Saunders is a beautiful example of how to create worlds, fast.
Three books to get excited about
Three books to get excited about reading, because you know they are going to be great.
Three books you can’t put down
When you next get on an international flight, pack these three novels. Begin reading at bedtime at your own risk.
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Brain uploading trope is a mainstay of sci fi stories, with plenty philosophical quandaries. These books and shows will get you started.
Beautiful Sunshine Coast photo locations for family photos
There are a heap of beautiful places on the Sunshine Coast for family, couple and engagement photos. Here’s my collection-in-progress of locations.
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