Science Fiction Reviews
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An action-packed zombie apocalypse military fiction starring the few, the proud, the marines. Also featuring evil scientists, corrupt politicians, Russian spies, and brutal action Read more
A paranormal YA military school story featuring ghosts, monsters, and boot camp life. Read more
A sword and planet sci-fi romance featuring a farm on a desert planet, alien magic and sci-fi tech, and playful banter Read more
A magical journey and a quest to save the greatest radio station in the Republic and beyond Read more
An intriguing dystopian fantasy featuring an AI of debated benevolence, an oppressive government program, and a cozy fantasy video game Read more
A first contact sci-fi novella featuring a crew that has struck it rich, an unexplored star system, and extradimensional aliens Read more
A post-apocalyptic sci-fi adventure featuring a crash landing, pre-industrial societies, and a cute baby, this story about Abagail brings her face to face with her greatest fears. Read more
An entertaining sci-fi adventure featuring a city in the clouds of Venus, a mystery beneath the surface, political upheaval, and a young man trying to do the right thing Read more
A compelling sci-fi adventure featuring terrorist attacks, assassination attempts, a super weapon on a moon, and the beloved crew of The Sparrow. Read more
A journey into the bizarre unknown that manages at once to be adventurous, full of action, and deeply philosophical. Read more
An exciting sci-fi dystopia featuring corrupt corporations, alien technology, found family, and creepy-crawly monsters Read more
Review: Echoes Through Distant Glass by S. Kirk Pierzchala Cyberpunk, Techno Thriller, Dystopia, Family Drama, Near-Future Sci-fi, Echoes Through Distant Glass weaves a lot of different genres and ideas into its pages. There’s a lot to admire here, and fans of these genres will probably find something to love in Read more
An exciting sci-fi adventure set in the dark underbelly of the solar system, featuring crime syndicates, gravity hijinks, and found family. Read more
A magazine anthology featuring ten short stories in a range of sci-fi and fantasy flavors and engaging openly with the supernatural. Read more
A suspenseful sci-fi tale featuring a star-crossed romance, rival nanotech corporations, and a monstrous secret Read more
A compelling, hard sci-fi featuring an alien spacewreck, intrigue, and first contact Read more
A psychological horror sci-fi featuring a shipwreck in space, a survivor battling madness and the whispers of the dead to find others, and an emotional support corpse who needs his voice Read more
A series of space opera novellas featuring a fun cast of characters, a vibrant pseudo-space setting, and thrilling heroics. Read more
A psychological sci-fi novella featuring a former astronaut and his super-intelligent support animal Read more
A stunning post-apocalyptic western featuring mutated humans, monsters, cultists, and loving descriptions of Texas. Read more
An engaging space western featuring a gun-slinging captain, a crumbling solar system civilization, and colorful villains. Read more
A collection of space adventure tales featuring a diverse cast of cool characters confronting hostile aliens, slavers, and pirates Read more
Swords and Maidens is a short story anthology featuring eleven tales of heroics in a range of sci-fi and fantasy settings. Edited by NR LaPoint, this collection will gratify anyone looking for simple fun. Read more
An alternate history story that follows an intrepid band of heroes from a distant future space war to the thick of the Viking Age Read more
An action, sci-fi story that builds tension and mystery, and then releases and reveals in satisfying and enjoyable ways. Read more
An enjoyable “furry” sword and planet adventure featuring a bunny warrior, a sentient sword, ghosts, and plenty of heroics. Read more
A superhero story featuring engaging drama and confrontation with fate, punctuated by slick action scenes Read more
Talented authors manifest rock-infused prose and plot in this short story anthology Read more
A sexy space adventure featuring a cast of likeable characters and a detailed sci-fi setting Read more
An alternate history story featuring such bizarre elements as rocket powered flying suits, singing Mount Rushmore heads, and cloning via supernatural powers Read more
A Christian science-fiction short story filled with tension and thematic imagery Read more
An energetic young adult superhero novel, featuring superpowers, aliens, an extraterrestrial sex trafficking ring, and the imminent invasion of earth! Read more
A satirical tale of adventure in a twisted-history version of the United States founded by pirates Read more
A hair-raising adaptation of the classic revenge story, newly packed with loads of undead and horror delicacies to relish! Read more
A detailed military space fleet novel featuring diverse alien species and exciting battles both in space and on the ground. Read more
A high-speed science fiction thriller about a father’s battle to save his son, underfoot of a kaiju/mech battle for humanity’s survival. Read more
A dynamic sword and planet romp of faith and daring! Read more
An engaging science fiction romance filled with space pirates, futuristic tech, a world reeling from nuclear fallout, and—of course—romance. Read more
A delightful magic school tale of fast friendships, secrets, and parallel worlds! Read more
A story of youthful ingenuity set in a flavorful science fiction, alternate history world! Read more
A gritty action novel that blends mecha anime and military science fiction to deliver high-energy combat alongside thrilling intrigue! Read more
a fantasy and sci-fi short story anthology that delivers adventure in a kaleidoscope of settings, characters, and tones, sure to leave you looking for more! Read more
“Mortu and Kyrus in the White City” by Schuyler Hernstrom, a short story found in The Eye of Sounnu Read more