From spaceships to alternate history, and other worlds to nanites, science fiction is a fascinating genre of rather amazing depth that many talented writers happily delve into on a daily basis. And we, the curators here at Sci-Fi & Scary, aren’t even going to talk about a tenth of it right now. However, what you will get is a selection of movies, books, and interesting articles from across the net. Also, there’s a strong potential for puns, gifs, and a moderate amount of fangirling.
And, of course, a giveaway of a completely amazeballs book.
Your Sci-Fi Meme
Science Fiction Movies
Twilight Zone – Season Two
June 25th, 2020
An updated version of the classic anthology series featuring various tales of science fiction, mystery, and horror.
Starring: Jordan Peele, David Epstein, Kelly Ann Woods
We did feature Twilight Zone in our last Sci-Fi Bulletin as well but there’s not much going on with science fiction right now. So have more Twilight Zone! And, really, is there such a thing as too much Twilight Zone?
You can check out our reviews of the first season of The Twilight Zone here and here!
Science Fiction Books
Nine Bar Blues by Sheree Renee Thomas
April 21st 2020
The stories collected in Nine Bar Blues weave emotion, spirit, and music, captivating readers with newfound alchemy and the murmurs of dark gods. Rooted in rhythm, threaded with magic, these tales encompass worlds that begin in river bottoms, pass through spectral gates, and end in distant uncharted worlds. These stories describe the pain that often accompanies the confines of sanctuary and the joy that is inextricably bound to the troubles of hard living. Nine Bar Blues sings a multiverse of fully realized worlds that readers will remember for ages to come and cherish from page to heart thumping, foot-stomping page.
Also Released in 2020
Riot Baby by Tochi Onyebuchi (January 21st, 2020)
Lakewood by Megan Giddings (March 24th, 2020)
A Phoenix First Must Burn by Patrice Caldwell (March 10th, 2020)
Goodreads Giveaways
Hench by Natalie Zina Walschots
The First Sister by Linden A. Lewis
Sci-Fi Guest Post Call
Pretend you’re an alien trying to describe life on Earth. Describe the people, the animals, the plant life. Be as funny and outrageous as you want! Describe Earth in 500+ words
Twisted Anatomy: A Sci-Fi and Scary Body Horror Anthology
Sci-Fi on the Web
Buzzfeed has a great list of 20 Books If You Want to Get Into Black Sci-Fi and Fantasy
90s Series Animorphs is Getting a Movie!
Screen Rant asks if science fiction’s roots are anti-science
Nine Deeply Humanist Science Fiction Films
Sci-Fi Cover of the Week
GracieKat was the first co-host of Sci-Fi & Scary, Lilyn’s partner-in-crime, and sub-head of the Kali Krew. She reviews horror books, movies, and games for the site. She also does a weekly Focus on the Frightful feature, and is the site list-maker. She is also in control of the Sci-Fi & Scary podcast which will relaunch soon.
I remember two things from ‘Time After Time’: ‘Chips!’ & ‘Free Love’. 😉