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R. Nassor

R. Nassor may spend more time with books, tea, and ceramic mugs than recommended by professionals but it hasn’t failed her so far. Nassor has a MA in English Literature from Georgetown University, where she looked at the way medieval and early modern literature reappear in fantasy books today. She’s been writing about romance, fantasy, science fiction, and pop culture for quite a while, starting at Book Riot in 2020. She’s also written for Tor.com. You can follow her on Tiktok and contact her through her website.

What Counts as Cozy Fantasy?

How much conflict is too much for a cozy fantasy? One reader proposes introducing labels for small conflict vs. large conflict cozy fantasy.

The 8 Best YA Lost Heir Fantasy books

YA lost heir fantasy books are a fantasy staple, and these books with monsters, subterfuge, and romance need to be added to your TBR ASAP. You can start with Blood Debts by Terry J Benton-Walker.

What is a Closed Door Romance?

From key terms to controversies, get an inside look at what closed door romances are, why we love them, and some recommended reads.

9 of the Best New Science Fiction and Fantasy Books To Read In March 2023

This exciting mix of new science fiction and fantasy novels out in March 2023 will help you finish off the worst of the winter.

Quiz: Design Your Dream Vacation and Get a Vacation Book Recommendation

A crucial part of a vacation is the perfect read. Design your dream vacation with this quiz and get a matching vacation book recommendation!

Reading Pathway: Sarah Beth Durst

Sarah Beth Durst is the hidden gem of the fantasy world who writes for kids, teens, and adults. Here are a few books of hers to start with.

The Superficiality of Villainy

There's a long history in fiction of villains being indicated by racist, homophobic, ableist visual cues. Are today's villains any better?

You’re Safe With Me: 11 of the Best Bodyguard Romances

Whether you like it modern, fantastical, or with a flavor of sci-fi, these bodyguard romances will keep you wanting more.

15 of the Best Queer SFF Romance Books

If you swoon at queer dragons, werewolves, and robots, you're in the right place. Here are of the best queer SFF romance books to read, including A Restless Truth by Freya Marske.

Why Demonic Prep Boys Keep Appearing in the Dark Academia Canon

You know the type: old-money east coast aesthetic and a demonic or dark magical presence. Let's talk about dark academia's demonic prep boys.