The novel launched the best-selling Imperial Radch trilogy — the story of Breq, the sole survivor of her destroyed starship, who seeks revenge on the ruler of her society. An African-American author and journalist currently living in Canada, Saunders is best known as the founder of the subgenre of Fantasy called Sword & Soul, which is described by Saunders thusly, “Sword-and-soul is the name I’ve given to the type of fiction I’ve been writing for nearly 40 years. An odd silence halted their verbal tennis match. Nonetheless, it is only now that urban fiction authors have begun to attract interest from major publishers. The sequel follows four women caught up in different sides of a rebellion – using a fantasy lens to examine feminist and anti-colonialist themes. Make me feel that same way, make me want to die in your arms.”. With her Shades of Magic series, Schwab introduced the world to Four Londons – Grey London, a world without magic, and Red, Black, and White London – three parallel universes that are home to very different and potent types of magic. Not only will these potential clients see a fine piece of writing that you created, they will also see that your piece has been published. 87,632 ratings — I slumped backwards into the cushions of the couch. She can put hot food on the table for dinner while assisting with homework, baths, and bedtime… And, she still finds the time to keep the hubby happy (nudge nudge wink wink). It apparently speaks volumes about the target audience of the books set in this genre. ( Log Out /  By following the contest rules and taking time to craft a quality piece of writing, you will learn more about your personal strengths and weaknesses in writing. Excellent list of authors, many I did not know, who will satisfy my reading need. 30 essential albums from the last 30 years. “Mortals like to think they can hurt us. I willed that thought and feeling to Lysander and drank him in deeply. published 2010, avg rating 3.95 — I needed the comfort of my familiar surroundings. I listened for the sound of his heart. Reblogged this on The Claire Violet Thorpe Express and commented: Dylan held his hands on his knees, crouched down as he shook it off his senses. Jemisin’s amounted a long list of awards nominations for her fantasy, science fiction, and speculative fiction writing over the past decade, but she broke new ground in 2016 when she became the first black author to win the Hugo Award for Best Novel. Link has made her mark on the fiction world with her remarkable short stories that use a heavy dose of magical realism to flit between fantasy, science fiction, horror, mystery, and more. All of them tell Blacknificent stories. I whimpered but didn’t struggle against him. “Turned?” What the hell is that supposed to mean? I don’t want blood. He knocked away Edmond’s hand. Just as myths transcend the limitations of common life and imbue daily actions with universal significance, Hurston uses Vodoun and Hoodoo imagery and symbolism to create a modern American myth, grounded in the African diasporic traditions. Under his loose, silky shirt was a perfect washboard stomach. The memory of him biting me played over and over in my mind like a video stuck on repeat. Willing Lysander to feel my need, I leaned in, pressing my lips to his. For a list of great Black authors of Speculative Fiction, you can find that here. His fingers slid underneath my thong, dipping slowly into my wet opening. Yesterday, however, a sister lamented on Goodreads that the only Urban Fantasy with a Black hero that she knew of was the Vampire Huntress series by the late, great L.A. Banks. If I ever see her again, can I make her understand the fact that blood keeps me alive? Yet these are where the big movie ideas come from.” Well, actually, quite a lot of the authors are female (and many of them already have sold the film/TV rights to their books). Barnhill won the 2017 Newbery Medal for her novel The Girl who Drank the Moon. My mind was fuzzy. 7,816 ratings — His lips quivered at the corners, but he did not move or speak. Edmond took another small step closer, reaching a hand out to me. Lysander let out a hearty laugh. published 2002, avg rating 4.15 — This is where Charlaine Harris’ action-adventure writing skills really shine. The result is a narrative of mythic status and import. Bill and Sookie make their way to the Dallas vampire leader’s house to learn more about his missing vampire brother. She leaned in, handing the bottle to me, and whispered, “Have a little fun. Its roots are in sword-and-sorcery, but its scope is likely to expand as time passes.”. Malka Older’s Infomocracy, named a “Best of Science Fiction and Fantasy 2016” book by the Washington Post, follows characters who work for various political parties and election bodies (and who use their power and the system to manipulate and influence the voting public). The trilogy follows Essun, a woman who fights to save her daughter at any cost, as a post-apocalyptic war rages around her. My book is entitled, Keepers of The Red Stone. As a young black man who write in this genre, I’m eternally grateful. If you have not read any of Charles Saunders work, run, don’t walk, to your nearest computer and visit his website, http://www.charlessaunderswriter.com/! She concluded the trilogy with 2014’s The Book of Life, but a TV series is in development and more books are on the way, including an untitled follow-up to the trilogy, a Matthew-focused prequel The Serpent’s Mirror and a companion book to the original series. “The darkling, it touched me before…before we left.” Shade tried to breathe the pain away, but it was winning and she wasn’t sure how long she would stay conscious. Had I been kidnapped? Harriet, possessing extraordinary abilities of her own, enlists the aid of other heroes of history to make a stand against the powerful forces of evil. My thirst, my hunger, the nagging sensation won. We are now back and growing. Set in present-day Johannesburg, Zoo City is a South African urban fantasy written by popular South African author Lauren Beukes. “I said, leave her alone.”, “Jealous, are we, Lysander?” He sneered. published 2010, avg rating 3.71 — It sent spikes of pain radiating up her through her elbow, up her shoulder and into her chest. 72,426 ratings — I knew now what was coming. Wecker shot to the top of best-seller lists with her 2013 hit The Golem and the Jinni. Leckie returns with a new story, Provenance, this September. 125,762 ratings — avg rating 3.96 — Error rating book. His lips parted and our tongues collided, dancing together, playfully licking against sharp teeth as we explored one another’s mouths. I suddenly needed to touch him, to feel his body against my own. I won’t steal her. Once they arrive in Dallas she’s approached by a human who attempts to abduct both she and Bill. The Very BEST in Afrofuturism and Black Speculative Fiction! For a list of Black Speculative events in Atlanta in celebration of Black History Month, look […]. He pressed his hard body to mine, rocking side to side with the beat of the music. She would shun me, ask me how many I had killed, and secretly wonder if I would look to her for food. I lingered too long. Valjeanne Jeffers is best known as the author of the erotic horror / fantasy series, Immortal. Reblogged this on My path to self publishing Multicultural YA, Fantasy and Science Fiction Novels and commented: published 2011, avg rating 4.47 — After winning four Nebula awards and two Hugo awards over the course of his career, Delany was inducted into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame in 2002. WRITER: Which Side Will You Choose? “Crosses and other holy relics are nothing more than symbols and decorations. Discover the best African American Fantasy Fiction in Best Sellers. Older has used her years of experience as a humanitarian aid worker (and PhD candidate) to bring the machinations of inter-government dealings to life. Every drop of his blood was ecstasy. Thank you so much for this resource.