The Portalist Staff

The Portalist Staff is comprised of Carolyn Cox, Sarah Mangiola, Jennifer Jackson, Olivia Mason, and others. We value imagination and science, and are passionate about the power of sci-fi and fantasy. 

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12 Young Adult Sci-Fi and Fantasy Series You Should Try

If the young adult in your life needs a new series to help them procrastinate on their homework, try one of these fantastic speculative options.

All the Heroes Are Dying in Kendare Blake's Warrior of Legend

Check out the first chapter of a book perfect for fans of Victoria Aveyard and Shelby Mahurin.

Emma Frost Reunites the Mutant Crew in Astonishing X-Men: Gifted

Plus, a scientist has found a cure for the mutants …

Enter for a Chance to Win the Entire Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon

To celebrate World Outlander Day, one lucky winner will receive 19 books revolving around Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series.

50 of the Best Fantasy Books Ever

These books deserve a spot on the shelf of every fantasy fan.

Watch Now: The Rings of Power Season 2 Trailer

The Lord of the Rings returns to Amazon Prime Video on August 2nd, but fans of the latest adaptation can watch the Season 2 trailer now! 

[CLOSED] Enter for a Chance to Win John Wiswell's Someone You Can Build a Nest In

Five winners will receive a copy of the book, and one grand-prize winner will receive a few bonus goodies.

Sarah J. Maas Says These 7 Books Are Perfect for Fans of Crescent City

House of Flame and Shadow, the third book of the bestselling Crescent City series, hit bookshelves on January 30.

The Best Books of 2023: In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune

TJ Klune's cozy, queer sci-fi novel won the 2023 Goodreads Choice Award for Best Science Fiction Novel.

[CLOSED] Enter for Your Chance to Win the Adrian X Isolde Duology

Five winners will receive both books of Scarlett St. Clair's romantasy series.

8 Great Books to Gift SFF Fans

These new and award-winning titles make for great gifts. 

Read Chapter 1 of Seanan McGuire's The Innocent Sleep

The 18th installment of the October Daye series hits bookshelves today. You can read the first chapter for free on The Portalist.

Read The Claires by C. L. Gaber

Looking for something witchy this Halloween season? Try this paranormal tale of death and rebirth by Ascenders author C. L. Gaber.

LeVar Burton to Host 2023 National Book Awards

The actor, director, and author previously hosted the prestigious award ceremony in 2019.

The 6 Books Nominated for the 2023 Hugo Awards

Looking for something new to read? Try some of the year's best novels.

[CLOSED] Enter for Your Chance to Win Seanan McGuire's October Daye Series

Three winners will receive all 18 books of the ongoing October Daye series.

[CLOSED] Enter for Your Chance to Win The Marvel Cinematic Universe An Official Timeline

Ten winners will receive a copy of the MCU's official timeline. 

William Shatner's Star Trek Memoirs Take Fans Behind the Scenes

William Shatner’s illustrated memoirs give fans a look behind the curtain of Star Trek movies and TV shows.