Category: Books

Dark fantasy delivers eerie and sometimes horrific stories that blend genres. They often use magic and other fantasy-based elements combined with an undercurrent of horror. If you like speculative fiction in general but haven’t tried dark fantasy in particular, you […]

Post-apocalyptic and dystopian books have certain things in common. They both take place in worlds that have experienced major upheaval. They both portray characters struggling against various threats or dangers. But they’re not the same thing. The main difference between […]

Welcome, ye lords and ladies, to my list of fantasy novel series with complex world-building. If you enjoy epic, immersive fantasy stories that transport you to richly-detailed worlds, these books are worth a look. The 15 book series listed below […]

As both a reader and writer of post-apocalyptic fiction, I’m fascinated by how it often merges with other genres. Take science fiction, for example. Some post-apocalyptic books feature a sci-fi component, while others do not. They play well together. “Doomsday” […]

As both a reader and writer of post-apocalyptic fiction, I’m a big fan of the genre. And the fact that you’re here right now, possibly ushered by a Google search, suggests the same about you. That’s good, because we’re about […]

What’s the difference between apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic fiction? This is a question I’ve stumbled upon many times over the years, while participating in online discussion groups. As someone who writes in both genres, I’ve come to develop my own distinction […]

One day, while looking for some fresh reading material, I Googled the phrase best post-apocalyptic science fiction books of all time. The results were disappointing. I found plenty of lists and articles proclaiming the “best post-apocalyptic books.” But most of […]

What genre do zombie books and novels fall into? Are zombies considered to be science fiction, fantasy or horror? These are common questions among fans of undead fiction, and they’ve spurred endless debate among readers and writers alike. Here’s the […]

Looking for a list of the best zombie books ever written? Me too! In fact, that’s what motivated me to create the list you’re reading right now. But let’s be honest: There’s no such thing as the best zombie apocalypse […]

Are you a writer preparing to delve into speculative fiction? Or a reader looking to expand your horizons within the genre? You’ve come to the right blog! We’re about to take a deep dive into the different types of speculative […]