en-US The best in Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:00:59 +0000 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:00:59 +0000 Science Fiction and Fantasy World https://www.sffworld.com/forum/ Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:17:17 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/reading-sf-in-september-2026.60843/ 60843 invalid@example.com (Hobbit) Hobbit Welcome to September!


Cover of "The Magazine of Fantasy & SF", September 1962: (I'm currently reading Theodore Sturgeon stories at the moment.)

(Last month's discussion of Science Fiction books is HERE. )

It is the usual message here - this thread is where you tell us about what you've been reading in Science Fiction this month.

Remember, good or bad, we still want to know what you think.

Hobbit/Mark]]> 63 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:12:16 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/what-are-your-favorite-spaceships-human-and-alien.60867/ 60867 invalid@example.com (Cicero) Cicero From Novels , Short stories , Graphic Novels, Comic Books, Movies , Tv Series and Computer Games and Board and Table Top Games. ?

Which ones ? ]]> 9 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:28:25 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/my-speculative-fiction-the-ultimate-collection-is-free-on-amazon.60872/ 60872 invalid@example.com (David Scholes) David Scholes My “Speculative Fiction – The Ultimate Collection” containing science fiction, science fantasy, and alternate history short stories is FREE on Amazon 15/16/17 September:

https://www.amazon.com.au/Speculative-Fiction-Ultimate-Collection-Scholes-ebook/dp/B00923K4P2 In “A Greater Britain” the UK is the third super power in a very dangerous post WW II environment. In “Hired Guns” star troopers for hire rid Earth of all it’s terrorists but there is a price to pay while in “Easy Meat” a...

Read more]]> 0 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:24:13 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/what-makes-a-good-story.60852/ 60852 invalid@example.com (RedMage) RedMage There was a thread here a decade or more ago on "What Is A Story?" It was one of those epic discussions that went on and on, round and round and gave knee jerk reactions to the dozens of forumites who just watched with morbid fascination.

Well, this YouTuber posted a 15 minute video on what a good story is. In order to discuss that, he first defined has to define what a story is. I think he addresses both things admirably and, with only a few minutes of reflection since...

Read more]]> 10 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:19:48 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/new-author-micro-fiction.60870/ 60870 invalid@example.com (Sci-fi Unchained) Sci-fi Unchained I recently wrote and self published a micro fiction anthology, inspired by the Ernest Hemingway mythos of him being able to write a compelling story in 6 words, and am wondering if this is the best place to post about it for discussion. I've read through a lot of threads here and I think there are a lot of folks who give good criticism and perspective, so I think this is a great place for something so niche and singular as a micro fiction anthology.]]> 8 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:36:57 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/300-micro-fictions-of-the-past-future-and-the-abstract-mind.60871/ 60871 invalid@example.com (Sci-fi Unchained) Sci-fi Unchained Hey all!

I have written and self published my first book, 300 Micro-Fictions of the Past, Future, and the Abstract Mind and would genuinely enjoy some takes on micro fictions in general as a niche narrative format. Because these stories intentionally leave their edges unpainted, they require you, the reader, to fill in the blanks. They are perfect catalysts for late night debates and rapid fire book club discussions. For me? They fuel nonstop laughter filled rants on Discord with my pals...

Read more]]> 0 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:06:52 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/the-most-emotionally-poignant-books-novels-you-have-ever-read.21803/ 21803 invalid@example.com (Zsinj) Zsinj Every once in a while, we all come across a few books that really pierce our hearts and move us. So I was wondering just what those books were for everyone here and the reason they found them to be so. I have three so far:

Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien; Yes I know it's cliche to list it, but the enduring, solid friendship between Frodo and Samwise really moved me and brought me to tears. This is kind of why I get mad at some folk for joking about Frodo and Sam being gay...

Read more]]> 21 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:04:15 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/i-love-david-eddings.15867/ 15867 invalid@example.com (Jacquin) Jacquin No this isn't in the wrong forum.

I've just re-read High Hunt for the umpteenth time and I love that book. It is rough, it is dated, the characters are sexist, beer-swilling stereotypes, but it has a feel that none of his other books do. Maybe it is because it is his first book. Maybe it is just the subject matter. Maybe it is because it is as old as me. I don't know, in fact I don't care.

If you haven't read it then I'd seriously recommend it, if you have then what do you think?]]> 11 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:47:14 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/sci-fi-micro-fiction-anthology.60869/ 60869 invalid@example.com (Sci-fi Unchained) Sci-fi Unchained I recently wrote and self published a micro fiction anthology, inspired by the Ernest Hemingway mythos of him being able to write a compelling story in 6 words, and am wondering if this is the best place to post about it for discussion. I've read through a lot of threads here and I think there are a lot of folks who give good criticism and perspective, so I think this is a great place for something so niche and singular as a micro fiction anthology.]]> 2 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:34:22 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/underrated-movies.58370/ 58370 invalid@example.com (pogopossum) pogopossum Having started the "Worst or Verrry Bad" thread it seemed only fair to initiate an Underrated Movies thread. Some movies may have received fair acclaim, but still have gotten lost in the shuffle. Want to go against the grain? Please do. Fun.
As stated on the other thread, please do not take other opinion personally. Humor, as always, appreciated.
TV? Start that "Underrated" topic if you should so desire.
Me first...

Read more]]> 68 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:46:58 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/reading-fantasy-horror-in-september-2026.60844/ 60844 invalid@example.com (Hobbit) Hobbit Welcome to September!
And if it is, that means that we are heading into Autumn here - darker nights, warm lights, lots to read!


Cover of "The Magazine of Fantasy & SF", September 1963)

(Last month's discussion of Fantasy/Horror books is HERE. )

It is the usual message here - this thread is where you tell us about what you've been reading in Fantasy/Horror this month.

Remember, good or bad, we still want to know what you think.

Hobbit/Mark]]> 49 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 03:10:31 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/what-are-your-favorite-cosmic-horror-books-and-stories.60053/ 60053 invalid@example.com (Cicero) Cicero Which books and stories ? ]]> 32 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:26:00 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/free-and-discounted-science-fiction-ebooks-2026.60650/ 60650 invalid@example.com (Hobbit) Hobbit This thread is for those SF ekindle bargains that you've found this year. Please point out what they are, give a link and a price and whether they are US or otherwise. Pictures are also nice!

The old thread is HERE.

And last reminder - writers, this thread is NOT for your latest book - the Promotion Zone is the place for that.

Mark]]> 52 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:32:23 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/whom-do-you-think-are-fantasys-greatest-heroes-and-heroines.60059/ 60059 invalid@example.com (Cicero) Cicero And Why? ]]> 22 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:30:46 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/junkmonkeys-films-i-have-watched-and-why-they-were-crap-2026-edition.60619/ 60619 invalid@example.com (JunkMonkey) JunkMonkey Last years list:https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/the-junkmonkey-movie-diary-2025.60274/

January

1. Eleven days into the year and I finally get my arse into a position where I have enough time to flop and watch a movie. As per recent tradition I have to start the year with a really BAD movie to make everything I watch after it good by comparison. Previous years' kick off films have included Vampyros Lesbos, Shaolin Drunkard, Bloodsuckers and Sergeant Kabukiman...

Read more]]> 2 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:12:07 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/would-you-like-to-know-the-answer-to-42.60817/ 60817 invalid@example.com (DigitalPuppet) DigitalPuppet Fancy a free Scifi read?

I'm planning to run a free Kindle promotion for my book, The Time Diary: A Barstewards Tale, and I'm looking for people who'd be interested in reading it.

I'm not worried about sales at the moment, I just want to hear what people think

So, what is it?

The Time Diary is a British sci fi comedy/adventure about ordinary, very flawed people getting caught up in some extraordinary situations...

Read more]]> 1 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:07:23 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/what-happens-when-nobody-knows-how-to-grow-food.60850/ 60850 invalid@example.com (RobertPummer) RobertPummer Most of us know how to buy food.


Far fewer of us know how to grow it.


That difference doesn't matter much while trucks are moving, stores are stocked, electricity is running, and somebody somewhere is doing the farming.


But what happens when those systems stop working?


In The Good Earth Saga, I started playing with that question on a much larger scale. Earth itself has been pulled out of its familiar place in the solar system. Technology can solve some enormous problems, but it...

Read more]]> 15 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:04:23 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/what-book-did-i-read.18335/ 18335 invalid@example.com (babypowdereddou) babypowdereddou My first SF book was recommended by my dad two years ago. I can't remember the title or author!

The premise was this: It was three parts and started more science fiction: with a scientist, a Jew, a magazine writier, all research different aspects of a secret that an old Rabbi (who was "killed" in the holocaust) knew..then by the end they've all gone into a sort of blackhole and they're on different rungs of Jacob's Ladder. The resolve is that earth is 50/50 good/bad but...

Read more]]> 8 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:02:52 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/what-sff-book-would-you-make-required-reading.56060/ 56060 invalid@example.com (ctrandall) ctrandall If you could set one sff book as required reading in schools, what would it be and (in true school exam style) why?

Keep it within the past 100 years (no Frankenstein). Also, I'm planning to collate the answers and put them on my blog. I won't identify anyone, however, without first asking you for permission.

Gaiman's American Gods and Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale are two obvious and timely choices but I might go for:

Neal Stephenson—Snowcrash (though it's not...

Read more]]> 83 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:02:27 +0000 https://www.sffworld.com/forum/threads/new-post-massif-by-garth-nix.60868/ 60868 invalid@example.com (SFFWorld) SFFWorld Though originally best known for Sabriel and his Old Kingdom young fantasy series, recently Garth has expanded his written repertoire. His most recent books have moved into the adult market, with his urban fantasy ‘Left-handed Booksellers’ series (reviewed HERE and HERE) and his dark fantasy collection, Sir Hereward and Mister Fitz, which I reviewed HERE…

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