- 3 days ago
- 8 min
Masquerade III: Hard-Won Hope
Speculating about the future of Seth Dickinson's Masquerade series, Renascent's potential identities, the lightning in the east and more.
- Sep 8
- 6 min
Masquerade II: Compliance vs. Rebellion
Seth Dickinson's Masquerade novels explore the reach and influence of empire and colonialism, and attempt to show how we might break free.
- Sep 1
- 6 min
Welcome to the Masquerade I: Guests and Theme
Join me in exploring how the Baru Cormorant novels ingeniously confront the colonialist ideas of race, gender, queerness and control.
- Aug 25
- 4 min
Starting Points: Piranesi
Susanna Clarke's Piranesi is an incredible novel of curiosity and wonder, with important lessons to impart beneath the surface. Why read it?
- Aug 18
- 4 min
Swift Riffle: Neopronouns in Speculative Fiction
What are neopronouns, how are they used in our world and where do they appear throughout speculative fiction? Let's explore!
- Aug 11
- 3 min
Audiobooks on Spotify: Details, Tips and Recommendations
Spotify's new feature lets you listen 15 hours per month, included in your premium subscription. Here's how to make the most of your time!
- Aug 4
- 6 min
Vampires IV: The God of Endings Review & Analysis
Jacqueline Holland's novel explores many essential vampire themes while telling a tale of a young woman grappling with her newfound agency.