Magical Realism

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Author Spotlight: J. Scott Coatsworth

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J. Scott Coatsworth

It’s the Daily DNA – Discover a New Author from the QueeRomance Ink site. Today: J. Scott Coatsworth FF MM Action-Adventure, Fantasy, Gaylit, Magical Realism, Romance, Sci-Fi Scott lives with his husband of more than 30 years in a leafy Sacramento, California suburb, in a little yellow house with a brick fireplace and a couple pink flamingoes out front. He has always inhabited the space between the here and now and the what could be. Indoctrinated into fantasy and sci fi by his mother at the tender age of nine, he devoured her library. But as he grew up and read the golden age classics and more modern works as … Read more

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Review: My Cat’s Guide to Online Dating – Christian Baines

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My Cat's Guide to Online Dating - Christian Baines

Genre: Comedy, Horror, Magical Realism, Contemporary LGBTQ+ Category: Bi, Gay, Poly Reviewer: Lucy Get It On Amazon About The Book A hook-up gone bad can be purrder. Fresh from a breakup, deeply closeted freshman Zach jumps at the chance to housesit his family home and enjoy a long, horny summer free of both his ex and his religious parents. But when an old enemy turned hot hookup falls to his death, Zach turns to the only true friend he’s ever known—his cat, Grace Jones. With the dead man’s phone and a knack for texting, she promises Zach help, for a price that will satisfy both their appetites. Does it matter … Read more

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ANNOUNCEMENT: The River City Chronicles Audiobook – J. Scott Coatsworth

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The River City Chronicles Audiobook - J. Scott Coatsworth

J. Scott Coatsworth’s LGBTQ+ magical realism “circle of friends” book The River City Chronicles is out in audiobook format! And there’s a giveaway. Everyone in the River City has a secret, and sooner or later secrets always come out. A group of strangers meets at Ragazzi, an Italian restaurant, for a cooking lesson that will change them all. They quickly become intertwined in each other’s lives, and a bit of magic touches each of them. Meet Dave, the consultant who lost his partner; Matteo and Diego, the couple who runs the restaurant; recently widowed Carmelina; Marcos, a web designer getting too old for hook-ups; Ben, a trans author writing the Great American … Read more

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REVIEW: Years of Silence – J.K. Jones

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Years of Silence - J.K. Jones

Genre: Suspense, Mystery, Thriller, Magical Realism, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Zander Wright. He can no longer keep his secrets at bay.  Someone is trying to kill him. Someone wants him dead. Zander didn’t start this. He didn’t want any part of it. But he’ll be damned if he doesn’t finish it. Help comes in the form of Ex-convict Vadim Oblonsky. His old love. His life. Knowing Vadim is like dancing the space between heaven and hell. The ocean is an inch between ecstasy and misery. Billionaire Tycoon Zander Wright is no stranger to loneliness. It wraps around him like a warm … Read more

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REVIEW: Between the Lines – J. Scott Coatsworth

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Between the Lines - J. Scott Coatsworth

Genre: Magical Realism, Romance, Contemporary LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo | Payhip | Scribd | Thalia | Vivlio | Goodreads | QueeRomance Ink About The Book What if you could hear the words behind the words? Brad Weston’s life seems perfect. He’s GQ handsome, the chief of staff for a Republican California state senator, and enjoys the power and the promise of a bright future. And he’s in a comfortable relationship with his boyfriend of six years, Alex. Sam Fuller is Brad’s young blond blue-eyed intern, fresh out of college, running from a bad breakup, and questioning … Read more

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Review: Migration Flash Fiction Anthology

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Migration

Title: Migration Series: Queer Sci Fi Annual Flash Fiction Contest Author: Various Genre: Speculative Fiction LGBTQ+ Category: LGBTQ+ Publisher: Other Worlds Ink Pages: 256 Reviewer: Linda Tonis, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book MI-GRA-TION (Noun) 1) Seasonal movement of animals from one region to another. 2) Movement of people to a new area or country in order to find work or better living conditions. 3) Movement from one part of something to another. Three definitions to inspire writers around the world and an unlimited number of possible stories to tell. Here are 120 of our favorites. Migration feaures 300-word speculative flash fiction stories from across the … Read more

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ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Migration – Queer Sci Fi Flash Fiction Anthology #5

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Migration

Queer Sci Fi has just released the annual QSF Flash Fiction anthology. This year, the theme is “Migration.” MI-GRA-TION (noun) 1) Seasonal movement of animals from one region to another. 2) Movement of people to a new area or country in order to find work or better living conditions. 3) Movement from one part of something to another. Three definitions to inspire writers around the world and an unlimited number of possible stories to tell. Here are 120 of our favorites. Migration feaures 300 word speculative flash fiction stories from across the rainbow spectrum, from the minds of the writers of Queer Sci Fi. Other Worlds Ink | Amazon | … Read more

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REVIEW: The Holiday Spirit, by Carole Cummings

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The Holiday Spirit review - Carole Cummings

Title: The Holiday Spirit Series: Escape From the Holidays Collection Author: Carole Cummings Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Holiday, Magical Realism LGBTQ+ Category: MM Romance Publisher: Mischief Corner Books Pages/Word Count: 32 pages Buy Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K6W7GKC/ It’s hard being the PA for the Holiday Spirit. Julian is more dedicated than most, and knows the job inside and out. But that doesn’t mean he’ll still have a job when the new Holiday Spirit is elected. It also doesn’t mean he’s immune to the *cough* charms of the office, but that’s a whole other problem. Part of the 2018 “Escape from the Holidays” Series Review by CC Bridges During the holidays, I have a … Read more

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ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Escape From the Holidays Collection

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Escape From the Holidays Collection

Escape from the Holidays Collection For the second year in a row, Mischief Corner Books is putting out a winter holiday collection – Escape from the Holidays – ten stories revolving around various December holidays: The end of year holidays can get overwhelming for anyone. Things to do. People to see. Last minute work obligations to take care of. Sometimes it’s just easier to escape from it all, running away from the responsibilities and expectations, or ignore the underlying disappointment from relatives who don’t see eye-to-eye with you. Because escaping the holiday grind can lead to new, unexpected paths, and breathe new life into one that’s been stuck in a … Read more

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COVER REVEAL/GIVEAWAY: Spells & Stardust, by J. Scott Coatsworth

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Spells & Stardust - J. Scott Coatsworth

QSFer J. Scott Coatsworth has a new queer sci fi/fantasy anthology coming out on December 5th: Spells & Stardust. And he’s sharing the cover with us today. Spells & Stardust is Scott’s first anthology – eight sci fi and fantasy shorts that run the gamut from regeneration to redemption. The Bear at the Bar: A gay fish out of water tale with a pinch of magic. Tight: What happens when your lover disappears in midair? Morgan: The year when everything changed. Re-Life: What if you were reborn in a strange new future? A New Year: They met every eleven years. And each time, Hank’s life changed. Repetition: What if you … Read more