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Author Melissa Holtz: ‘I Did Everything Wrong’ With This Vampire Series

In an interview with The Portalist, Holtz offers valuable insight into what authors can do to give their books the best chance at success.

Book on the Beach

21 Fun Science Fiction and Fantasy Beach Reads

Try these sci-fi and fantasy books while...

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Enter for Your Chance to Win MAYA: Seed Takes Root

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8 Robert Jackson Bennett Novels to Binge Before A Trade of Blood

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Power Fantasy Books for Fans of Will Wight’s Cradle Series

Books | By Matthew McCreary

9 Horror Romance Books So Good They'll Haunt You

Books | By Stephanie Zeeve

Whimsical Standalone Fantasy Books to Add Magic to Your Life

Books | By Archita Mittra

Monsters and Minecraft: Our Favorite Max Brooks Books

Books | By Kayleigh Donaldson

Fantasy Book Recs Based on Your Favorite Anime

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20 Irresistible Enemies-to-Lovers Fantasy Books

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Books You Can Read for $5 or Less

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Free Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books to Read in July 2026

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