Daniel Roman
@romanwriting.bsky.social
Associate editor @wicnet.bsky.social, obsessive fantasy & sci-fi nerd, writer and musician | TCA member | (he/him)
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Brandon Sanderson has written more than 50 books in his career to date, but none quite like the short fiction collection Tailored Realities. Our spoiler-free review:
Book review: Tailored Realities is a treat for die-hard Brandon Sanderson fans
Brandon Sanderson has written more than 50 books in his career to date, but none quite like Tailored Realities. Our spoiler-free review:
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November 22, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Brandon Sanderson has written more than 50 books in his career to date, but none quite like the short fiction collection Tailored Realities. Our spoiler-free review:
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COVER REVEAL: My next book is a standalone science fiction cyberpunk thriller starring aging corporate samurai. The Last Contract of Isako will be out on May 5, 2026 from @orbitbooks.bsky.social. Can't wait to share it with you. Thank you to @tommypocket.bsky.social for this kickass cover ⚔️
November 22, 2025 at 1:13 AM
COVER REVEAL: My next book is a standalone science fiction cyberpunk thriller starring aging corporate samurai. The Last Contract of Isako will be out on May 5, 2026 from @orbitbooks.bsky.social. Can't wait to share it with you. Thank you to @tommypocket.bsky.social for this kickass cover ⚔️
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November 19, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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With Stranger Things 5 upon us, it's a good time to look back on one of the biggest (and most confusing) twists of season 4: the relationship between Vecna and the Mind Flayer.
Let's break it all down:
Let's break it all down:
Stranger Things: Vecna and the Mind Flayer explained
Confused about the relationship between the Mind Flayer and Vecna after that epic Stranger Things 4 finale? Let's break down what it all means.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:37 AM
With Stranger Things 5 upon us, it's a good time to look back on one of the biggest (and most confusing) twists of season 4: the relationship between Vecna and the Mind Flayer.
Let's break it all down:
Let's break it all down:
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Did you read my post from last week about how contract woes caused me to withdraw an accepted story from F&SF, ending my 54-year quest to be published in that magazine? But wait (as the saying goes) — there's more! Scroll down at the link for an update. www.scottedelman.com/wordpress/20...
A dream denied: My 54-year quest to publish a short story in F&SF ‹ Scott Edelman
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November 18, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Did you read my post from last week about how contract woes caused me to withdraw an accepted story from F&SF, ending my 54-year quest to be published in that magazine? But wait (as the saying goes) — there's more! Scroll down at the link for an update. www.scottedelman.com/wordpress/20...
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The final season of Stranger Things is almost here, and all it's biggest revelations will be revealed. Here are five big questions we need answers to before we say goodbye to Hawkins.
5 questions we need answered in Stranger Things season 5
It's hard to believe, but in less than two weeks Netflix will premiere the fifth and final season of Stranger Things. The 1980s-themed sci-fi horror series has
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November 15, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The final season of Stranger Things is almost here, and all it's biggest revelations will be revealed. Here are five big questions we need answers to before we say goodbye to Hawkins.
Did some reflecting today on #TheWitcher and the current state of fantasy TV:
Once, many contenders vied for the crown of the next prestige fantasy television series. In spite of its ups and downs, The Witcher may be the one that's actually triumphed.
The Witcher has won the post-Game of Thrones fantasy TV gold rush
Once, many contenders vied for the crown of the next prestige fantasy television series. In spite of its ups and downs, The Witcher is emerging as the victor.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Did some reflecting today on #TheWitcher and the current state of fantasy TV:
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Brandon Sanderson's Dragonsteel Books is running a little behind on their upcoming leatherbound edition of The Eye of the World, but it's all in the name of quality.
Brandon Sanderson gives update on The Wheel of Time leatherbound delay
Brandon Sanderson may be best known as an absurdly prolific author of fantasy and science fiction novels, but at this point he's also built a pretty strong publ
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November 15, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Brandon Sanderson's Dragonsteel Books is running a little behind on their upcoming leatherbound edition of The Eye of the World, but it's all in the name of quality.
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Can confirm, I did say this, over on Threads. I stand by it here as well. And everywhere else!
“Re ‘There are a lot of people on your side who will be in the Epstein Files too!’: No there aren't, my side is the ‘People Who Don't Fuck Children’ side, anyone not on this side can get all the way into the bin, what side are YOU on, exactly?” — John Scalzi
November 14, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Can confirm, I did say this, over on Threads. I stand by it here as well. And everywhere else!
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I had the honor of making this painting for Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein.
November 13, 2025 at 5:36 PM
I had the honor of making this painting for Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein.
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I hate what the new ownership has done to Asimov's, Analog, and F&SF. Important venues and parts of SFF history strangled by greed.
Please read Scott's missive here.
Please read Scott's missive here.
On August 12, 1971, 16-year-old me mailed the first story I ever wrote off on its first submission to my dream market, F&SF. My tale was quickly rejected. On July 17th, 2025, I finally sold a story to that magazine. Here's why I felt I had to withdraw that story. www.scottedelman.com/wordpress/20...
November 12, 2025 at 10:33 PM
I hate what the new ownership has done to Asimov's, Analog, and F&SF. Important venues and parts of SFF history strangled by greed.
Please read Scott's missive here.
Please read Scott's missive here.
I feel like having a baby may be the thing that finally turns me into an ereader person
November 12, 2025 at 10:50 PM
I feel like having a baby may be the thing that finally turns me into an ereader person
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Adrian Tchaikovsky's acclaimed sci-fi series The Final Architecture is getting a graphic novel prequel, and Whovians may recognize the face of its clone soldiers, the Partheni.
First look at Doctor Who star Sophie Aldred in Adrian Tchaikovsky's graphic novel Salvation's Child (Exclusive)
Adrian Tchaikovsky's The Final Architecture sci-fi series is taking a leap to the past with the upcoming prequel graphic novel Salvation's Child, and for fans o
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November 12, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Adrian Tchaikovsky's acclaimed sci-fi series The Final Architecture is getting a graphic novel prequel, and Whovians may recognize the face of its clone soldiers, the Partheni.
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This November we're thankful...for books! Here are 12 new fantasy and sci-fi titles hitting shelves this month to add to your TBR.
#booksky 💙📚 #fantasy #sci-fi #sff
#booksky 💙📚 #fantasy #sci-fi #sff
12 new fantasy and science fiction books to read in November 2025
This November we're thankful...for books! Here are 12 new fantasy and sci-fi titles hitting shelves this month to add to your TBR.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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A brilliant and fun writing masterclass from @misterkristoff.bsky.social on planning trilogies coming your way soon! Check it out via @sffaddictspod.bsky.social on Nov. 11.
NEW MASTERCLASS INCOMING! Ep. 180 airs on Tuesday, with guest author @misterkristoff.bsky.social and co-hosts @mjkuhnbooks.bsky.social & Greta Kelly mapping out a writing masterclass on PLANNING A TRILOGY.
Available Nov. 11 in audio/video:
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Available Nov. 11 in audio/video:
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youtube.com/@FanFiAddict
November 9, 2025 at 5:10 PM
A brilliant and fun writing masterclass from @misterkristoff.bsky.social on planning trilogies coming your way soon! Check it out via @sffaddictspod.bsky.social on Nov. 11.
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Mamdani is going to implement Shannara law. Everything will be extremely derivative of Tolkien and predictable.
Mamdani is going to implement Shisha law. Everyone gets their own pipe and the smog will smell of mango.
Mamdani is going to implement Shalamar law. He’s going to make it a night to remember
November 9, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Mamdani is going to implement Shannara law. Everything will be extremely derivative of Tolkien and predictable.
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New books! New books! 💙📚🪐
All released today:
The War Beyond by @andreagstewart.bsky.social,
Coldwire by Chloe Gong,
Empire of the Dawn by @misterkristoff.bsky.social,
The Tower of the Tyrant by @jeremyteg.bsky.social,
As Many Souls as Stars by Natasha Siegel,
1/2
All released today:
The War Beyond by @andreagstewart.bsky.social,
Coldwire by Chloe Gong,
Empire of the Dawn by @misterkristoff.bsky.social,
The Tower of the Tyrant by @jeremyteg.bsky.social,
As Many Souls as Stars by Natasha Siegel,
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November 6, 2025 at 4:40 PM
New books! New books! 💙📚🪐
All released today:
The War Beyond by @andreagstewart.bsky.social,
Coldwire by Chloe Gong,
Empire of the Dawn by @misterkristoff.bsky.social,
The Tower of the Tyrant by @jeremyteg.bsky.social,
As Many Souls as Stars by Natasha Siegel,
1/2
All released today:
The War Beyond by @andreagstewart.bsky.social,
Coldwire by Chloe Gong,
Empire of the Dawn by @misterkristoff.bsky.social,
The Tower of the Tyrant by @jeremyteg.bsky.social,
As Many Souls as Stars by Natasha Siegel,
1/2
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Had a great conversation with #Pluribus star Rhea Seehorn about the first two episodes, filming that incredible night sequence with the involvement of over 300 cast and crew, Carol's complicated feelings about one character in particular, and more:
'Pluribus' Star Rhea Seehorn Reflects on Filming the Premiere's Terrifying Night Sequence With "Over 300 People"
Pluribus' Rhea Seehorn discusses the challenges of filming the premiere's intense night sequence, Carol's complicated feelings for Zosia, and more.
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November 8, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Had a great conversation with #Pluribus star Rhea Seehorn about the first two episodes, filming that incredible night sequence with the involvement of over 300 cast and crew, Carol's complicated feelings about one character in particular, and more:
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Ok I had to go find the clip bc this is the energy I will be bringing when anyone ever asks me if I use this ugly nonsense
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November 8, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Ok I had to go find the clip bc this is the energy I will be bringing when anyone ever asks me if I use this ugly nonsense
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'Predator: Badlands' director Dan Trachtenberg breaks down some of the 'Alien' and 'Predator' Easter eggs you might have missed in the film.
'Predator: Badlands' director reveals the 'Alien' and 'Predator' Easter eggs you might have missed
'Predator: Badlands' director Dan Trachtenberg breaks down some of the 'Alien' and 'Predator' Easter eggs you might have missed in the film.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM
'Predator: Badlands' director Dan Trachtenberg breaks down some of the 'Alien' and 'Predator' Easter eggs you might have missed in the film.
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Good morning! AI is being force-fed to you by a handful of billionaires who will lose a bunch of money if they fail to convince you that you need it. You do not need it 🫶
November 6, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Good morning! AI is being force-fed to you by a handful of billionaires who will lose a bunch of money if they fail to convince you that you need it. You do not need it 🫶
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The fourth season of #TheWitcher begins a new chapter for the Continent, with our heroes facing terrible dangers on all sides. Use our full recap guide to get the most of your binge watch.
The Witcher season 4: Every episode reviewed and explained
Last week, Netflix released the fourth season of The Witcher, its epic fantasy show based on the books by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. Fans have been eager
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November 8, 2025 at 4:01 AM
The fourth season of #TheWitcher begins a new chapter for the Continent, with our heroes facing terrible dangers on all sides. Use our full recap guide to get the most of your binge watch.
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A LOT of industry folks need to take "I think there's a very high possibility that this is all a bunch of horseshit" to HEART.
November 7, 2025 at 11:43 PM
A LOT of industry folks need to take "I think there's a very high possibility that this is all a bunch of horseshit" to HEART.
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It's been a long week.
Rest here, weary creative.
You deserve it.
Rest here, weary creative.
You deserve it.
November 7, 2025 at 8:51 PM
It's been a long week.
Rest here, weary creative.
You deserve it.
Rest here, weary creative.
You deserve it.
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Holy shit. Check out the new A Feast For Crows illustrated edition. Way to kill your career in the most high-profile way possible. And I'm talking about EVERYBODY involved, except GRRM, who I have to assume wasn't.
A Feast for Crows Illustrated Edition artwork draws AI accusations from fans
What should be a time of celebration for devout A Song of Ice and Fire readers is fast turning into a scandal. On November 4th, Random House Worlds released A F
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November 7, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Holy shit. Check out the new A Feast For Crows illustrated edition. Way to kill your career in the most high-profile way possible. And I'm talking about EVERYBODY involved, except GRRM, who I have to assume wasn't.