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Best Indie Science Fiction and Fantasy of 2018

The Bioman Chronicles

by A.L.F.I.E.

A thrilling superhero journey that remains smart and thoughtful. Full review >

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FICTION

DETONATION

by Erik A. Otto

A highly entertaining and absorbing combination of philosophy and action featuring robustly individualized characters. Full review >

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FICTION

REAP 23

by J J Perry

Vivid perils and well-realized characters and concepts fuel a space/time voyage. Full review >

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GENESIS

by Bellamy Westbay

Characters continually evolve and astonish in this exceptional supernatural tale. Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

TEN DIRECTIONS

by Samuel Winburn

High-quality, multifaceted sci-fi blending ecological and religious themes in an engaging manner. Full review >

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