Science Fiction Book Updates, News, Events, and Reviews
Authors of “The Expanse” Launch a New Space Opera
If you loved The Expanse as much as I did, then buckle up! The same authors are releasing an exciting new space opera series in 2024 under pen name James S. A. Corey. The Mercy of Gods by James S. A. Corey Currently available for pre-order on Amazon, The Mercy of Gods...
My Favorite Quotes by Science Fiction Authors
I'm a sci-fi author and a lover of quotes. I feel as though a great quote can help bring you out of a slump, help change your mood or perspective, or even inspire you to do something great. I was looking up other great science fiction authors and came across some...
RAVE 2023 – Readers & Authors Vegas Event
It's almost that time of year again! RAVE 2023 is just around the corner. I'm excited to announce that I'll be attending the 20Booksto50K RAVE: Reader & Author Vegas Event 2023. → Get your FREE Tickets Here! ← This event features authors from around...
What Do the Best Space Opera Books or Series Have in Common?
I love space opera. I love to read it. I love to watch it. Most of all, I love to write it. If you’ve ever heard me talk about my Ardent Redux Universe, then I’m sure you already know about my obsession. For me, the genre has it all. But it seems as though many people...
Asimov’s Science Fiction: An Alien on Crete by Neal Asher: A Review
As a science fiction author, I like to read whenever I get the chance. Not only does it allow me to study other stories to improve my own writing, but it's fun. Unfortunately, I am super busy. Really. It's ridiculous. Therefore, it's difficult for me to finish longer...
Nightflyers: A Science Fiction Series Review
Nightflyers is a show that kept popping up on Netflix. It had that horror-y sci-fi vibe that intrigued me... so I added it to my queue. After watching the trailer, my husband was on the fence about the show... but I managed to talk him into watching it with me anyway....
A Writing Plan for 2020
Happy New Year! I hope you all safely celebrated the end of 2019. I spent a quiet night at home, ringing in the new year with the kids. The Struggle The last two years have been particularly trying for my family. In June 2018 we lost my mother-in-law, followed by...
I Am Mother: A Science Fiction Movie Review
The Netflix movie "I am Mother" looked like a promising science fiction movie but it still took me a fair amount of time to actually click play. I must have scrolled past it over a dozen times before I decided to sit down and watch it. Why? It was clear that...
The First: A Science Fiction Series Review
I’m always looking for great science fiction, but sometimes things aren’t what I expect them to be. That’s pretty much what happened with “The First” streaming on Hulu. I was ready to see a story unfold about the first humans and their mission to...
2036 Origin Unknown: A Science Fiction Movie Review
I love a good sci-fi movie, but when I hear that it’s “low budget” then I admittedly get a little skeptical. However, 2036 Origin Unknown from writer/director/special effects master Hasraf Dulull did not disappoint. The movie is currently available to stream via...
Beyond the Stars: Rocking Space: One Last Gig by Cain V. Hopwood: A Review
I recently picked up a copy of the latest Beyond the Stars Anthology from Amazon. I love space opera. It’s probably my favorite science fiction sub-genre. I’ve heard great things about this anthology and was excited to dig in with the first story: One Last Gig by Cain...
Sneak Peek of “Hacker’s Pursuit”
Please enjoy this short sneak peek of my latest short story (in collaboration with fellow science fiction author Wilhelmina Kirk) Hacker's Pursuit: Hacker’s Pursuit by J. L. Stowers and Wilhelmina Kirk Sneaking off work should have been fun, but Kaida Winters...
What Exactly is Sylvine’s Burden?
About Sylvine's Burden We don't know much about the mysterious red-headed scaled woman that Dani, Jag, and Cruz first meet in Uncharted Territory: Ardent Redux Saga Episode 3, but we do know she's a bad-ass fighter with some medical training who jumped in and saved...
Science Fiction Serials: Quick Reads for Sci-Fi Fans
Raise your hand if you're busy. ✋ Who isn't, right? But you know what? I enjoy being busy. In fact, I thrive when I've got too many balls in the air. It helps to keep me moving. For me, slowing down may as well be an open invitation to slack off. But just because I'm...
The Inspiration for The Cost of Survival
The Cost of Survival is the first book in the Genesis Rising series. It's a science fiction thriller which takes a deep look at the dark side of human nature. More specifically, it examines the desperate acts of a dying population. Imagine a world where women are no...