D.I.Y | Tor.com

D.I.Y | Tor.com

[ad_1] When the the elitist institution of Ozymandias Academy and its headmaster, Vamon Kinctuarin, can’t find a solution to the city’s worsening drought, 2 self-taught magicians, Noah and his partner Manny, take it upon themselves to find a solution to the crisis.     People ask how Noah could possibly turn down the Ozymandias Academy. … Read more

Porgee’s Boar | Tor.com

Porgee’s Boar | Tor.com

[ad_1] An artist’s work attracts the eye of Andrey Porgee, a notorious gangster, who becomes her best customer.But when he commissions a painting based on a childhood photograph, the artist fears his reaction to the final product.       Porgee was not supposed to arrive for another half hour but the painter was already … Read more

This Place Is Best Shunned

This Place Is Best Shunned

[ad_1] Allie and Rooster are heading down to Asheville for Rooster’s new gig, a cushy stint as artist-in-residence at UNC. Rooster is more of a con artist than maker of art, but Allie doesn’t mind, because he’s good-looking, charming, and values what she is: a girl with a keen eye for abandoned places and a … Read more

Grow | Tor.com

Grow | Tor.com

[ad_1] For over 35 years, the Wild Cards universe has been entertaining readers with stories of superpowered people in an alternate history. In Carrie Vaughn’s “Grow”, ace Maryam Shahidi makes a big splash in the news after one of her “experiments” goes awry.     Spring 1994 Leeds   “Give me that,” Maryam said, reaching … Read more

In Mercy, Rain | Tor.com

In Mercy, Rain | Tor.com

[ad_1] Jack Wolcott was only twelve years old when she and her twin sister Jill, descended the impossible staircase and found herself in the Moors, a world of drowned gods and repugnant royals.After abandoning her sister to a vampire lord, and under the tutelage of a mad scientist who can do impossible things with flesh … Read more

The Sisters of Saint Nicola of The Almost Perpetual Motion vs the Lurch

The Sisters of Saint Nicola of The Almost Perpetual Motion vs the Lurch

[ad_1] In this raucous, steampunk tale a sacred order of scientist nuns battle against vicious Invaders from Mars and their murderous machines in an ongoing conflict that has lasted centuries.     The novice saw it first, but within a few seconds of her call, an augmented eye was turned toward the heavens, confirming that … Read more

Cover Reveal: CHLOE AND THE KAISHAO BOYS by Mae Coyiuto

Cover Reveal: CHLOE AND THE KAISHAO BOYS by Mae Coyiuto

[ad_1] Cover reveal! When Dimple Met Rishi meets Loveboat, Taipei in this hilarious YA rom-com about a Chinese-Filipina girl in Manila whose father sets her up on a marathon of arranged dates in hopes of convincing her to stay close to home for college. Get ready for Chloe and the Kaishao Boys, coming March 7, 2023! Chloe is officially off … Read more

As Yet Unsent | Tor.com

As Yet Unsent | Tor.com

[ad_1] Culled from Judith Deuteros’ secret report on Blood of Eden activities, this story was originally published in the trade paperback edition of Harrow the Ninth.     COHORT INTELLIGENCE FILES As outlined in emergency planning guidance regarding kidnapping or hostage taking of any member of the Cohort, this report is made: To the best … Read more

#ReadWithPride with Penguin Teen: YA books to read for Pride this year!

#ReadWithPride with Penguin Teen: YA books to read for Pride this year!

[ad_1] This Pride Month, we’re excited to celebrate extraordinary stories and voices from the LGBTQIA+ community. From contemporary, to sci-fi, to romance, there’s a little something for everyone on this list, so scroll down for a few of our recommendations to #ReadWithPride this month–and every month after that!   Kiss & Tell by Adib Khorram A YA novel … Read more