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.
Watch a Free Livestream of the Parable of the Sower Opera on Friday, May 22nd
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The Third 'Octavia Tried to Tell Us' Webinar Explores Art & Fear in the Era of Corona
The 'parable for a pandemic' series looks to Butler's texts for guidance during unprecedented times.
Watch the Second Full 'Octavia Tried to Tell Us' Webinar Honoring Butler and Earthseed
Black authors and artists discuss Octavia Butler and art as a survival strategy in 2020.
The Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy TV and Movies Arriving on Netflix in May 2020
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Sign Up for a Free, New Webinar Series Celebrating Octavia E. Butler
A conversation series with visionary authors and artists.
7 Can't-Miss Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books from Spring 2020 Released in Quarantine
Extraordinary stories published in an unprecedented time.
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Poem Readings to Watch During National Poetry Month
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Neil Gaiman, Ray Bradbury, and other acclaimed authors.
Behold! 2020 Hugo Awards and Astounding Awards Finalists Announced
This year's ballot includes all-female nominees for Best Novel.
Quotes from Sci-Fi & Fantasy to Provide Courage and Comfort During Coronavirus
These inspirational quotes are a reminder that even alone, we're #TogetherinStories.
Charlie Jane Anders on Supporting Bookstores, and Ourselves, During Coronavirus
The author of apocalyptic fiction talks coping with the strange new reality of quarantine.
Free Streaming Service Trials to Distract You During Coronavirus Quarantine
From TV to audiobooks, binge your favorite SFF stories for free.
VIDEO: Authors Share How Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi Envisions New Beginnings
It's not the end of the world — it's the end of that world.
The 2020 Nebula Conference Will Be Held Online in Response to Coronavirus
Even the best of the best in SFF need to social-distance.
New PBS It's Lit Video Essay Celebrates Afrofuturism's Past and Present
From Octavia Butler to Black Panther, explore the transformative power of Afrofuturism.
Read an Excerpt from Dawn, the First Book in the Lilith's Brood Series
Discover Butler's stunning post-apocalyptic vision.
9 Comforting SFF Books to Read When You're Sick or Self-Isolating from Coronavirus
Flatten the COVID-19 curve and your TBR pile at the same time.
Library of America to Honor Octavia E. Butler and Ursula K. Le Guin
The publisher will recognize two of America's most influential female sci-fi writers.
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Authors Share How Apocalyptic Fiction Can Be an Antidote to Panic
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