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Chris M. Arnone

The son of a librarian, Chris M. Arnone's love of books was as inevitable as gravity. He holds an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Missouri - Kansas City. His novel, The Hermes Protocol, was published by Castle Bridge Media in 2023 and the next book in that series is due out in winter 2024. His work can also be found in Adelaide Literary Magazine and FEED Lit Mag. You can find him writing more books, poetry, and acting in Kansas City. You can also follow him on social media (Facebook, Goodreads, Instagram, Twitter, website).

20 Marvelous Modern Poets

Here are 20 of the absolute best modern poets spinning verses, breaking lines, playing with form, and rhyming (or not) today.

Match These Famous Spaceships to Their Stories

A great spaceship can make a science fiction story soar. See if you can guess which stories these famous spaceships belong to.

10 Comics Like Starfield to Fuel Your Obsession

Whether you're hours into a Starfield marathon or counting down the time until you can play, these comics like Starfield are must-reads.

The 10 Best Batman Knockoffs

Batman is one of the most popular characters ever. So there are many attempts to recreate that magic. Here are the ten best Batman knockoffs.

10 Terrific Transhumanist Sci-Fi Books

Transhumanism is the use of technology to augment the human experience. Here are 10 terrific transhumanist sci-fi books to add to your TBR, including Noor by Nnedi Okorafor.

11 of the Best Marvel What If…? Comics

Marvel's What If...? comics always held a special fascination. Here are the best What If...? comics that you should absolutely read.

10 Mesmerizing and Modern Formal Poetry Books

A formal poem is one that sticks to a particular form. Here are 10 amazing and modern formal poetry books, like Olio by Tyehimba Jess.

The Bestselling Science Fiction Books of All Time

From classics to modern marvels to young adult adventures, here are the bestselling science fiction books of all time.

No More Writers as Protagonists

There’s an old credo told to many writers: Write what you know. But writers as protagonists? That trope needs to go.

The Summers Family: A Brief Guide to the First Family of X-Men

The Summers Family is foundational to the X-Men. Here's a brief introduction to the sometimes confusing Summers family.