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Best Indie Science Fiction and Fantasy of 2017

FICTION

WOMEN'S WORK

by Kari Aguila

A novel of ideas can easily become righteous and preachy; this thoughtful matriarchal tale impressively rises above that. Full review >

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FICTION

FISH WIELDER

by J.R.R.R. (Jim) Hardison

An irreverent fantasy crammed full of sunlight and surprises. Full review >

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FICTION

THE LIGHT OF REASON

by David Litwack

An enthralling finish to a thoughtful, uplifting sci-fi series. Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

THE PUNCH ESCROW

by Tal M. Klein

It’s hard to say enough good things about this hard-science future thriller with humor and heart—an excellent debut. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

VOYAGE OF THE ELAWN

by Ted Neill

A fantasy built on divine, chaotic action and written with immense heart. Full review >

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