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In Historical Fantasy, When Does History End and Fantasy Begin?

Thilde Kold Holdt, the author of the Hanged God trilogy, describes how she balanced mythology, fact, and scholarship…

Thilde Kold Holdt

PublishedNovember 24, 2022

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Dungeons & Dragons & Novels: Revisiting <i>Homeland</i>

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Dungeons & Dragons & Novels: Revisiting Homeland

The origin of Drizzt Do'Urden explored D&D's infamous villains with more nuance than you might expect.

Rob Bricken

PublishedNovember 15, 2022

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<i>The Neverending Story </i>Gets a Dazzling New Release From the Folio Society

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The Neverending Story Gets a Dazzling New Release From the Folio Society

The 1979 book that inspired the 1984 fantasy film comes to life in a gorgeous special edition.

Cheryl Eddy

PublishedNovember 14, 2022

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<i>The Dead Friends Society</i> Is a Beyond the Grave Slasher Story

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The Dead Friends Society Is a Beyond the Grave Slasher Story

The new YA novel is out today and io9 has an exclusive audio clip.

Germain Lussier

PublishedNovember 11, 2022

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Holly Black's <i>The Stolen Heir</i> Finds a Changeling Queen Hiding Among Humans

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Holly Black's The Stolen Heir Finds a Changeling Queen Hiding Among Humans

io9 exclusively shares the first chapter from the YA author's new book set in the same world as The Cruel Prince.

Cheryl Eddy

PublishedNovember 9, 2022

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After Swearing Off <i>Winds of Winter </i>Updates, George R.R. Martin Gives a <i>Winds of Winter</i> Update

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After Swearing Off Winds of Winter Updates, George R.R. Martin Gives a Winds of Winter Update

George, buddy, you basically *just* said you weren't going to do this.

James Whitbrook

PublishedOctober 25, 2022

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When Do Fat Girls Get to Be the Main Character?

In a guest essay, author A.K. Mulford talks plus-sized representation in fantasy books.

A.K. Mulford

PublishedOctober 24, 2022

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A Fiery Look Inside George R.R. Martin's New Targaryen History Book

Yes, we know it's not Winds of Winter, but with some incredible illustrations and packed with lore, this might be…

Linda Codega

PublishedOctober 21, 2022

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Read an Excerpt From Freya Marske's Delightfully Horny, Magical Murder Mystery

A sequel (of sorts) to her debut book, A Marvelous Light, A Restless Truth unfolds aboard a trans-Atlantic cruise.

Linda Codega

PublishedOctober 21, 2022

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A Goddess Rises in <i>Inanna</i>, a New Take on an Ancient Tale

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A Goddess Rises in Inanna, a New Take on an Ancient Tale

Emily H. Wilson's trilogy inspired by The Epic of Gilgamesh launches next year, but io9 has a first look today.

Cheryl Eddy

PublishedOctober 19, 2022

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Fate and Death Collide in <i>Foxglove</i>, Adalyn Grace's Fantasy Sequel to <i>Belladonna</i>

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Fate and Death Collide in Foxglove, Adalyn Grace's Fantasy Sequel to Belladonna

The best-selling author's latest won't arrive until next summer, but io9 has a first look today.

Cheryl Eddy

PublishedOctober 17, 2022

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The Sandman Experience at NYCC Was a Dreamy Getaway

Supporting the Audible Original audiobook, the immersive experience was a welcome retreat from the crowded…

Linda Codega

PublishedOctober 14, 2022

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R.L. Stine Says He Never Originally Intended to Write <i>Goosebumps</i>

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R.L. Stine Says He Never Originally Intended to Write Goosebumps

Bunnicula co-author James Howe also appeared on the panel celebrating nostalgic children's horror lit at New York…

Kyle Barr

PublishedOctober 8, 2022

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Avatar: The Last Airbender Aims to Expand Its Future in Print Media

Dark Horse Comics, Abrams Books, and Magpie Games are creating new stories in the universe to fill in the gap while…

Kyle Barr

PublishedOctober 8, 2022

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<i>House of the Dragon</i> Fans Will Kneel to This Lavish Behind-the-Scenes Book

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House of the Dragon Fans Will Kneel to This Lavish Behind-the-Scenes Book

io9 has your first look at the upcoming release all about the creation of HBO's hit Game of Thrones spinoff.

Germain Lussier

PublishedOctober 7, 2022

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Get Inside the Head of a Tragic <i>Critical Role</i> Villain in This Novel Excerpt

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Get Inside the Head of a Tragic Critical Role Villain in This Novel Excerpt

io9 has a look at the latest Critical Role novel, which puts a spotlight on Lucien, one of the Mighty Nein's most…

James Whitbrook

PublishedOctober 5, 2022

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<i>Silver in the Bone </i>Delivers a Spooky Peek Into the World of Magical Treasure-Hunters

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Silver in the Bone Delivers a Spooky Peek Into the World of Magical Treasure-Hunters

io9 has an exclusive excerpt from the latest by Alexandra Bracken (Lore, the Darkest Minds series).

Cheryl Eddy

PublishedSeptember 28, 2022

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Read an Excerpt From Actor Omar Epps' Exciting New Afrofuturistic YA Fantasy Novel

Co-written with Clarence A. Haynes, Nubia: The Awakening follows three African teens making their way in a dystopian…

Cheryl Eddy

PublishedSeptember 23, 2022

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Behold the Behind-the-Scenes Glory of <i>Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio</i>

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Behold the Behind-the-Scenes Glory of Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio

io9 has your exclusive first look at the Netflix film's making-of book, and it's creepy and cool.

Germain Lussier

PublishedSeptember 23, 2022

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<i>Dungeons & Dragons</i> & Novels: Revisiting <i>Black Wizards</i>

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Dungeons & Dragons & Novels: Revisiting Black Wizards

The sequel to Darkwalker on Moonshae is exactly as exciting as its title, which is to say not very.

Rob Bricken

PublishedSeptember 22, 2022

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