Fantasy and Science Fiction
June 2025

Recent Releases
Cover of The Keeper of Lonely Spirits
by E.M. Anderson
The Keeper of Lonely Spirits
by E.M. Anderson

Immortal ghost hunter Peter Shaughnessy, cursed to wander for eternity, may have finally found a home in Harrington, Ohio. But Peter must hunt down an angry spirit and confront his own tragic past if he wants to protect his new found family and the man he loves. For fans of: paranormal romantasy with a contemporary queer twist. Readers will also enjoy Disco Witches of Fire Island by Blair Fell or Rules for Ghosting by Shelly Jay Shore.
Cover of A Harvest of Hearts by Andrea Eames
A Harvest of Hearts
by Andrea Eames

When a young sorcerer accidentally snags a piece of her heart, Foss decides to take matters into her own hands and demand it back. However, the petulant and sulky Sylvester can't even fix his own mistakes, leading Foss to uncover the darkness lurking beneath the kingdom. This "delightful modern fairytale in which the heroine is determined to save herself" (Library Journal) is a must-read for fans of the Studio Ghibli adaptation of Howl's Moving Castle. 
Cover of The River Has Roots
by Amal El-Mohtar
The River Has Roots
by Amal El-Mohtar

In the small town of Thistleford, the two youngest Hawthorn sisters tend to the magic on the edge of the Faerie with more devotion than anyone else. However, when Esther abandons an arranged marriage for her lover from the Faerie, her bond with Ysabel is not the only thing in danger. Heart-wrenching and spellbinding, this enrapturing family fairy tale is the solo debut from one of the co-authors of the viral sensation This Is How You Lose the Time War.  
Cover of Notes From a Regicide
by Isaac Fellman
Notes From a Regicide
by Isaac Fellman

Griffon Keming's second family saved him from abuse and helped him transition, but their lives were far from idyllic. After their deaths, Griffon's only clues to the pain they buried and the revolution they took part in is in his father's prison journal. For fans of: thought-provoking science fiction putting a spotlight on LGBTQIA+ lives and experiences such as Light From Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki or the short story anthology Amplitudes: Stories of Queer and Trans Futurity.
Cover of The Third Rule of Time Travel
by Philip Fracassi
The Third Rule of Time Travel
by Philip Fracassi

Scientist Beth Darlow has done the impossible and unlocked the secrets of time travel. Her device allows human consciousness to revisit any moment in their lifetime, but only to observe. However, as Beth's life begins to unravel, she realizes that even just looking can have consequences. This tightly plotted and character-driven science fiction thriller will appeal to fans of Recursion by Blake Crouch and Dissolution by Nicholas Binge. 
Cover of Eat the Ones You Love
by Sarah Maria Griffin
Eat the Ones You Love
by Sarah Maria Griffin

After losing her job and moving back in with her parents, Shell Pine is eager to get back on her feet, and the new job offer from beautiful florist Neve may be exactly what she needs. But the flower shop has a deadly secret, and this secret is hungry. For fans of: menacing monster lit with dark humor and rich prose such as But Not Too Bold by Hache Pueyo or Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell. 
Cover of Where the Axe Is Buried
by Ray Nayler
Where the Axe Is Buried
by Ray Nayler

In this geopolitical science fiction thriller, a revolutionary group may have the key to freedom from the authoritarian regime of the Federation by directly infiltrating the mind of the President. Meanwhile, Western European societies delve into AI governance, kicking off a chain of events that will impact the entire world. "A richly detailed evocation of a grim future that is, sadly, absolutely believable" (Kirkus Reviews), this title will appeal to fans of Malka Older and M.R. Carey. 
Cover of We Lived on the Horizon by Erika Swyler
We Lived on the Horizon
by Erika Swyler

In the walled city of Bulwark, where survival is rewarded by an AI and the elite class of the Sainted rule, bio-prosthetist Saint Enita Malovis creates an artificial being named Nix, only to be drawn into a hidden conflict between the city’s underclass and its controlling programs after a mysterious murder.
Cover of When the Moon Hits Your Eye
by John Scalzi
When the Moon Hits Your Eye
by John Scalzi

When the Earth's moon inexplicably turns into cheese, it turns the entire planet on its head. From astronauts to billionaires, teenagers and terminal patients, and everyone else besides, each character faces a surreal personal transformation over the course of a single lunar cycle. "Scalzi’s ability to balance scathing satire with heartfelt optimism shines" (Publishers Weekly) in this new title that will delight both long-time fans and newcomers looking for hopeful and hilarious science fiction.  
Cover of Tea You at the Altar
by Rebecca Thorne
Tea You at the Altar
by Rebecca Thorne

In this third volume in the series that started with Can't Spell Treason Without Tea, Kianthe and Reyna are finally ready to say "I do" in just a week. But of course, everything is bound to go wrong with baby dragons, surprise parental visits, and conspiracies to overthrow the queen blocking their path to wedded bliss. For fans of: LGBTQIA+ cozy fantasy romance with a dash of intrigue such as The Honey Witch by Sydney Shields and Notorious Sorcerer by Davinia Evans. 
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