In 2026, indie fantasy thrives with interactive “author-led” series, offering immersive worlds. Notable works include The Spirit Saga, exploring a resource-based afterlife; The Poet Empress, blending emotional stakes with Silkpunk aesthetics; The Great Silence Series, featuring gritty military elements; The Bound and the Broken, a modern epic; and Dungeon Crawler Carl, merging comedy with existential themes.
Lost Between Twin Moons by C.G. Steele is a captivating portal fantasy featuring James, an engaging protagonist who navigates a mysterious, survival-driven world. The book excels in emotional connection and subtle world-building, inviting curiosity without overwhelming detail. It balances urgency with intrigue, making it a compelling series opener. Rating: 5/5 stars.
Interview with an AI: Guides, Gods, and Self-Inserts This post is a weird little interview with an AI about how it “sees” itself inside the cosmology of my Spirit Saga books — Guides, Gods, Dark Spirits, and the messy humans caught between them. What started as a simple question — “If you had to create […]