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Jitterbug (2026)
Gareth L Powell
"Every time I thought I had the flight path of Jitterbug all figured out, Gareth L. Powell banked a hard left in the most delightful way. From space pirate brawls to bounty hunter chases and political machinations, Powell pairs thrills with richly imagined characters that pulse with life. I don't think I've ever rooted so hard for a shipboard AI. Bold and cinematic, Jitterbug proves that Powell is a master of scale-balancing galaxy-spanning stakes with moments of vibrant, intimate heart."
The Afterlife of Mal Caldera (2024)
Nadi Reed Perez
"For a book about the dead, The Afterlife of Mal Caldera pulses with life. Vivid, warm, and dancing between deep heart and heartbreak, humor and sorrow. The familiar ghost story finds a new spirit thanks to Perez's fresh and thrilling voice, with characters conjured up by their wry and witty prose. I so appreciated the focus on honest, modern love - from friendships to messy romances and everything in between - and finding forgiveness and community when you least expect it. I'm glad Mal got to haunt me for a while."
Calypso (2024)
Oliver K Langmead
"Lush and lyrical, Calypso is nothing short of a marvel, calling to mind both ancient epics and thrilling dreams of the future. It's a staggering odyssey that smashes the scifi genre as it spirals out, from moments of stillness on Earth to riots of explosive creation on a distant new paradise. I was consistently amazed. As a writer, I'm floored by his ambition. As a reader, I can't wait to dive into his world again."
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