New Dystopian Fantasy from Taylen Carver
SRP author Taylen Carver today released the next book in their dystopian fantasy series, The Scorched Lands Saga.
Taylen Carver
Are We All Just Too Burned Out to Appreciate Big, Lush Fantasy on Screen?
With rumors swirling about The Rings of Power’s potential cancellation, I’m wondering if it’s not a quality issue—but a saturation one. Are lush, expensive fantasy series struggling simply because there’s too much content and too little attention to go around?
Four Hobbits Walk Into Edmonton… And I Stayed Home
This weekend, the four hobbits of Lord of the Rings fame are reuniting at Edmonton EXPO, and while thousands are lining up for a few seconds of face time, I’m staying home with the extended editions and some decent takeout. In a world of high-speed, low-contact fandom, is the convention experience still worth it?
Four Hobbits, One Expo and an Editorial Frenzy
The four hobbits from Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings films are reuniting at Fan Expo Edmonton—and I may get the chance to interview one of them. Who would you choose to talk to: Frodo, Sam, Merry, or Pippin? Here’s who I’d pick (and why).
New Contemporary Magic Realism story from Taylen Carver
Stories Rule Press author Taylen Carver today released their contemporary fantasy & magical realism short story, Roots of the Storm.
Barbie, of All Things
“For all the orcs, angels, hobgoblins, and water leapers running around, so much of the tension in Magorian & Jones boils down to this: how easy it is to lose track of what it means to be human—and how hard it is to earn it back.”
Mother Trees and Forest Magic: When Fantasy Roots into Science
Discover the real-world science behind mother trees and how forests heal us—plus how these ideas inspired the magical woodlands in Roots of the Storm and beyond.
Romance Readers, Meet Fantasy: You’ve Been Soulmates All Along
Fantasy is having a moment—and romance readers might just find their next favorite story nestled between spellbooks and cinnamon rolls. Cozy fantasy offers the emotional warmth, character depth, and satisfying endings romance fans already love. Here’s why this booming genre might be your perfect next read—and where to start exploring.
Fantasy Is Booming—But What Does That Mean for Readers?
Fantasy is booming—and not just for Gen Z. Whether you’re swooning over dragon-riding romantasy or savoring the quiet charm of a magical coffee shop, the genre is exploding with new titles. But with the tidal wave of new releases comes reader overwhelm, quality dilution, and trend fatigue. How do you navigate the boom without burning out? By refining your taste, following trusted curators, and embracing the magic that speaks to you.
Inbox Reboot – Part 7: Taming the Monster Inbox
You know the feeling: you open your email and the unread counter just says “999+” because the program can’t count any higher. You scroll—and scroll—and scroll—only to see repeat subject lines from people who’ve pinged you three times because you never answered the first one. Maybe you’ve just come back from holiday, maybe a life-event set the world texting and emailing you, or maybe you simply haven’t wrangled your inbox in a while. Whatever the cause, you’ve got a big, sick-making inbox on your hands.