Carolyn Cox
Carolyn Cox has been writing professionally about books for over half a decade. Previously she was an editor at geek feminist website The Mary Sue, where she covered movies,TV, fandom, books, and all corners of the pop culture ‘verse. She now writes about sci-fi and fantasy for The Portalist, and praises her favorite ‘ships on romance site A Love So True. Carolyn’s byline has also appeared on Geekosystem and Revelist. Whether she’s writing about groundbreaking science fiction authors or captivating historical romance, Carolyn is passionate about the power of genre fiction. When not writing she performs in nerdy media in New York City. You can hear Carolyn play the anarchic smuggler Adriest Bingo on the Star Wars RPG podcast Roll One, or look out for the next performance of her New York-based Stephen King improv show Maxifun Overdrive. Contact: carovcox@gmail.com.
Rachel Ignotofsky on Celebrating Overlooked Women in Science
The author of "Women in Science" and "Women in Sports" explains why she's driven to make the untold stories of incredible women more accessible.
Welcome to Night Vale's Jeffrey Cranor Reveals His Inspirations
The author and podcaster discusses the new novel "It Devours," the Denver International Airport, and the appeal of the inexplicable.
Interview: Victoria Schwab on Why Fantasy Is More Important Than Ever
The "Shades of Magic" author shares her thoughts on writing accessible fantasy in 2017.
The Surprising Origins of Wonder Woman
Planned Parenthood and polyamory played a pivotal role in the development of Wonder Woman.
Final Trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi Hints at a Surprising Alliance
"This is not going to go the way you think."
Never Let Me Go Author Kazuo Ishiguro Wins Nobel Prize in Literature
The British writer beat out 194 other candidates for the prestigious prize.
First Trailer for Annihilation Promises to Blow Our Minds
The adaptation of Jeff Vandermeer's sci-fi horror novel looks just as chilling and thought-provoking as its source material.
13 Memorable Songs That Reference Sci-Fi and Fantasy
What are some of YOUR favorite geeky tunes?
Grand Master Brian W. Aldiss Passes Away at 92
Remembering the exceptional science fiction author.
Alien Abduction Movies, Ranked from Most to Least Horrifying
From the horrifying to the hilarious, these close encounters will thrill fans of the extraterrestrial.
8 Great Quotes from Sci-Fi Master Clifford D. Simak
The award-winning author certainly left his mark on the science fiction and fantasy community.
The Portalist's Guide to The Dark Tower
A spoiler-free guide to Stephen King's The Dark Tower—one of the most unique and rewarding fantasy sagas ever.
Grenfell Tower Victim Nur Huda el-Wahabi to Be Honored in New Philip Pullman Trilogy
The "His Dark Materials'' author raised over £30,000 in an auction for relief efforts, and will name a character in "The Book of Dust" after 16-year-old el-Wahabi.
Show Dad You Care With These Geeky Father's Day Cards
These nerdy notes are dad compatible, no matter your father's fandom.
Ten Fantasy Drinking Establishments We Want to Patronize
♫ Sometimes you want to go, where everybody is a mage ♫
Here's the Creepy Mothman Documentary You Need to Watch Tonight
Because sometimes, truth is scarier than fiction.
Listen to Greg Bear's Fantasy Epic The Infinity Concerto
Arno Waltiri's music is literally out of this world.
Magical Harry Potter House Gear
Show your house pride!
Listen to an Audio Excerpt from Alan Dean Foster's The Deavys
Someone has stolen the truth—and these siblings will stop at nothing to get it back.
Audio Excerpt: Fantasy Epic Portal of a Thousand Worlds by Dave Duncan
A millennium has passed. The Portal is ready to open.
