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Every book on our shelves is chosen with purpose. We’re not driven by algorithms or trends. Our collection is curated by a trained librarian with deep knowledge of fantasy and a love for matching readers with unforgettable books.

What’s a “World”? (And Why Not “Shared Universe”?)

On categorizing stories by their imaginary worlds, not merely by authors or series

The Ansible

Dispatches in Fantasy & Science Fiction

Latest Librarian Selection: Realm of the Elderlings

Latest Librarian Selection: Realm of the Elderlings

Snowlock Books’ first curated Librarian Selection features one of epic fantasy’s most beloved Worlds: Robin Hobb’s Realm of the Elderlings. Published between 1995 and 2017, the Realm of the Elderlings spans...
The Most Banned Books of 2025

The Most Banned Books of 2025

It's that time of year again: Banned Books Week. The annual week-long awareness campaign promoted by the American Library Association concludes today.  Why is a full week dedicated to banned...
László Krasznahorkai Awarded 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature

László Krasznahorkai Awarded 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature

The Nobel Prize in Literature for 2025 has been awarded to the Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai, “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms...

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Whether you're searching for books that challenge what you know about the genre or books that perfectly align with you're taste, our recommendations are tailored specifically to you.

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