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Stirring First Trailer for Tolkien Biopic Takes Us There and Back Again 

The upcoming biopic of J.R.R. Tolkien promises to explore the rich past of one of the greatest fantasy writers ever.

11 Super-Sweet Geek Gifts for Valentine's Day

You love them, but do they know? Show your Valentine you a-dumbledore them with these sweet, geeky gifts.

In Memory of William Goldman, 1931-2018

The legendary writer behind Marathon Man, The Princess Bride, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid has passed away at the age of 87.

In Memoriam: Author Dave Duncan 

The accomplished Scottish-Canadian writer has passed away at 85. 

Cover Reveal: See the Final Cover for Neil Gaiman's Don't Panic

You voted! Now it's time to take a peek at the winning final cover (as promised, we'll also reveal the meaning of life).

EXCERPT: Night Train to Rigel, by Timothy Zahn

After hopping aboard a galactic train, former agent Frank Compton receives the assignment of a lifetime—saving humanity from a deadly war.

Watch Carol Soar in the First Captain Marvel Trailer

See Brie Larson kicking ass and taking names in the inaugural female-led Marvel movie.  

Read All the Sci-Fi and Fantasy You Can Handle With Scribd

The revolutionary subscription service offers an extraordinary library of SFF books, from classics to recent releases. 

Announcing the 2018 Hugo Award Winners!

See a list of winners from last night's historic ceremony — then download the titles and start reading!

Our 6 Favorite Trailers from San Diego Comic-Con 2018

From Time Lords to the Clone Wars, these are the trailers that took our breath away. 

[CLOSED] Take Home the Portalist's May Book Bundle!

Enter for a chance to win six new sci-fi and fantasy reads.

Have an Out-of-This-World Weekend at Escape Velocity 2018

The Maryland convention celebrates the best in science and sci-fi—and right now they're offering a 20% discount to Portalist readers! 

[CLOSED] Win Passes to Escape Velocity and a Sci-Fi Prize Pack!

We've partnered with Escape Velocity to give away 6 weekend passes to the Maryland con, a $75 voucher, and a book bundle signed by Greg Bear.

Why the New Gormenghast Adaptation Has My Excitement Peake-d

The time is right for Mervyn Peake's masterpiece to return to the small screen.