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Science Fiction, Fantasy, Science Fantasy, Speculative Fiction, Afrofurturism, Feminist & Queer World-Building - an invitation to step into other worlds has always been at the center of our brick-and-mortar. Our first scifi/fantasy lists were built by WisCon fans, heavy on Butler and Le Guin and the other founding women of the genre. We’ve maintained our commitment to find, read, shelve, and recommend diverse voices. Browse here and find books for middle-grade and up, as the best speculative fiction crosses ages and genres!

N K Jemisin, "The Great Cities Trilogy"

N K Jemisin, "The Great Cities Trilogy"

$30.24

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Three-time Hugo Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author N.K. Jemisin crafts her most incredible novel yet, a "glorious" story of culture, identity, magic, and myths in contemporary New York City.

In Manhattan, a young grad student gets off the train and realizes he doesn't remember who he is, where he's from, or even his own name. But he can sense the beating heart of the city, see its history, and feel its power.

In the Bronx, a Lenape gallery director discovers strange graffiti scattered throughout the city, so beautiful and powerful it's as if the paint is literally calling to her.

In Brooklyn, a politician and mother finds she can hear the songs of her city, pulsing to the beat of her Louboutin heels.

And they're not the only ones.

Neil Gaiman, "The Ocean at the End of the Lane" available 05/18/21

Neil Gaiman, "The Ocean at the End of the Lane" available 05/18/21

$18.35
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Jeff VanderMeer, "Southern Reach Trilogy"

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Leigh Bardugo, "Ninth House"

Leigh Bardugo, "Ninth House"

$19.43
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Ursula K Le Guin, "The Left Hand of Darkness"

from $17.28
Terry Pratchett, "Turtle Recall: The Discworld Companion . . . So Far"

Terry Pratchett, "Turtle Recall: The Discworld Companion . . . So Far"

$18.35