An Exclusive First Look at the Gorgeous New Covers to All of Octavia Butler’s Books
Octavia Butler created some truly memorable stories and characters — and now her novels have been released as ebooks with gorgeous new cover art. Check out an exclusive look at the complete set, below. They’re a gorgeous matched set in reds, black and gold. If you’ve missed any of these novels by the Hugo, Nebula…
And Finally, How to Make Arya Stark of Winterfell Look Even More Badass
Over the past few months, we’ve featured Hugo-nominated artist John Picacio’s fascinating tutorials on the process behind the artwork in his 2012 calendar for George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire. Now, at last, here’s the sixth and final process post — which might be the most exciting yet. For it features Arya…
10 Great Science Fiction Novels with Go-Back-To-Bed Depressing Endings
Most great science fiction and fantasy novels leave you with a sense of wonder, and maybe a final moment of hope and awe. There aren’t that many authors who are willing to leave you so depressed and apathetic, you might forget to recommend their book. But some brave genre authors just go for it, and…
A Short History of Gay and Lesbian Superheroes
Marvel Comics caused a stir recently with a high-profile same-sex wedding in Astonishing X-Men. But gay and lesbian superheroes have been around forever. Here’s a brief overview from Martin Eden, who recently published Spandex, a graphic novel about the first all-LGBT superhero team. All art is by Martin Eden, from Spandex. I’m no ‘professional expert’…
My Art Nouveau Vision of George R.R. Martin’s Fiery Sorceress, Melisandre
June is almost over, and when you flip your 2012 A Song of Ice and Fire Calendar to July, you’ll find Melisandre. My artwork for her is the focus of today’s exclusive process feature here at io9. How did the flame-loving sorceress from Asshai become the icon for the hottest month of the year? Read…