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.
Octavia Butler's Parable of the Sower to Be Adapted by A24 and Garrett Bradley
Butler's transformative work is coming to the big screen.
Read an Excerpt From LeVar Burton's Sci-Fi Debut Novel Aftermath
America is sick—but Dr. Rene Reynolds could have the cure.
12 Gaslamp Fantasy Books Full of Magic and Mystery
Dim the lights, shut the curtains, and settle in for gorgeous and ghostly tales.
6 Octavia Butler Interviews to Watch or Listen to Today
Learn about the author and her works in her own words.
Celebrate Octavia Butler With This Visual Timeline of Her Life
We're honoring the late author ahead of her birthday on June 22nd.
Congratulations to the 2020 Nebula Award Winners! See the Complete List
These award-winners belong at the top of your TBR.
Excerpt: David Brin Explores the Inspiration Behind His Uplift Novels
Plus, see the brand-new covers for the latest editions of Brin's books!
Live Like a Vulcan, Love Like a Wookiee, Laugh Like a Hobbit Is the Fandom Book You’re Looking For
This pop-culture fueled fable is a comforting, quirky adventure.
Interview: Ellen Datlow, Champion of the Frightening, Fantastic, and Far-Out
Take a peek beyond the veil with the iconic editor.
Samuel R. Delany Receives Lifetime Achievement Anisfield-Wolf Book Award
The award recognizes "important contributions to our understanding of racism and human diversity."
17 Samuel R. Delany Quotes: Wise Words from the Sci-Fi Grand Master
In honor of his April 1st birthday, celebrate 79 years of the science fiction trailblazer’s life.
The 2020 Nebula Award Finalists: How Many Have You Read?
These SFF reads were there when we needed books the most.
Octavia Butler's Kindred to Be Adapted for a Pilot by FX
Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins will write and executive produce.
Mars Rover Touchdown Site Named 'Octavia E. Butler Landing' by NASA
"The Destiny of Earthseed is to take root among the stars."
Join Symphony Space's Virtual Celebration of Octavia E. Butler!
Guests will include N.K. Jemisin, Walter Mosley, Imani Perry, and other renowned writers and performers.
Listen to the Full NPR Throughline Episode on Octavia Butler Now!
This moving episode explores the "new ways of seeing" that are Butler's legacy.
Tune Into an NPR Throughline Episode on Octavia Butler, This Thursday the 18th
And get a sneak peek now from Throughline co-host Ramtin Arablouei!
Mike Chen's We Could Be Heroes Is the Uplifting Superhero Novel We Deserve
A soaring, fresh take on superheroes.
Interview: Melissa Albert on Writing in the Blank Space After the 'Happy Ending'
The Hazel Woods author teases the "glitter and blood" readers can expect from her new book.
5 Science Fiction Stories Set in 2021: Cyborg Dolphins, Moon Mining, and More
Does your head have room for these gigs of data?
