PinnedProse and Context by Zach LaengertSacrifice: Robin Hobb and House of the DragonArt imitates life, and vice versa — can we do better with the stories we tell?5d ago5d ago
PinnedProse and Context by Zach LaengertSwift Riffle: Lesbian Representation in Speculative FictionSci-fi, fantasy, both or neither; these queer girls are on fireJun 17Jun 17
PinnedProse and Context by Zach LaengertRoses are Red, Violets are Blue, We Love “This is How You Lose the Time War” and so Will YouDiscussing a book which defies categorizationApr 20Apr 20
Prose and Context by Zach LaengertBound(less) Possibility: Narnia and The MagiciansComparing two fictional locations to uncover a world of meaningJun 9Jun 9
Prose and Context by Zach LaengertShort Fiction: DedicationA short story about love and pain, legacy and hopeJun 2Jun 2
Prose and Context by Zach LaengertObsession’s Folly: “Pitcher Plant” Spotlight & AnalysisAdam-Troy Castro’s short story draws you in and never lets goMay 27May 27
Prose and Context by Zach LaengertVampires III: Who are We?What you eat, what you remember, how you survive.May 20May 20
Prose and Context by Zach LaengertVampires II: Puzzling Reflections — Anno Dracula, Lucy Westenra, Gwendolyn KisteThe many deaths of Dracula and the power of new perspectivesMay 12May 12
Prose and Context by Zach LaengertVampires I: Ageless & ImminentVampires are more than silly Halloween costumes — their nature and depictions in media have a lot to teach us about our societal fears.May 5May 5
Prose and Context by Zach LaengertPerspective, Plot and World: What Makes Great Speculative Fiction?Discussing worldbuilding in books by Alastair Reynolds, Leigh Bardugo and othersApr 27Apr 27