February 19, 2019
In the mid-80’s a remarkable first occurred – women “of a certain age” – not shrinking, virginal violets, but mature women, began to colonize the Fantasy map. First wave feminism of the 70’s in speculative fiction concerned itself with the problem of equality, (economic, sexual, and political) and their literature reflected those struggles with rebellion against conformist roles, seen in…
May 25, 2018
Welcome to the Speculative Chic Book Club! Each month, we invite you to join us in reading a book that is voted on by YOU, our readers. Following a short review, please feel free to discuss the book in the comments! Dragonsbane (1985) Author: Barbara Hambly Pages: 341 (paperback) Publisher: Del Rey Why I nominated this for book club: May…
April 6, 2018
Hello, friends! Last month we asked you to vote for a book featuring a maternal relationship for May’s book club, and I’m here to let you know how that vote went! Dragonsbane (2011) Author: Barbara Hambly Discussion date: 5/25/18 Premise: An idealistic young prince convinces an aging warrior and a struggling witch to help him kill the dragon that is…