WELCOME TO SNOWLOCK BOOKS
Whether you’re new to fantasy or are an avid fan hungry for what’s next, we’re here to help you find stories that captivate and inspire.
Curated Selection
In a world of impersonal algorithms and countless titles, Snowlock Books offers a handpicked, purposeful collection of fantasy and science fiction books. Here, books are chosen because they matter not because they’re marketable. Some books are hot new releases. Others are older gems at risk of going out of print that we couldn’t stomach leaving out. All of them are here for a reason. Each title is handpicked by our in-house librarian who has an abiding love for the genre.
Expert Recommendations
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.
We combine professional library science training with deep literary knowledge to connect you with your perfect next read.
No algorithms. No crowd-sourced lists. Just expert curation based on your unique reading profile.
P.S. You'll find brief explanations on many of our product pages explaining exactly why each book or series earned a spot in our carefully curated collection.
Fair Pricing, Zero Compromises
We keep our prices competitive while staying true to our principles—no ads, no selling your personal data. Just honest bookselling.
Purpose over Algorithm
Unlike big chain retailers, our shelves aren't dictated by algorithm-driven popularity metrics, sales quotas, or ad dollars. We champion exceptional stories based on one simple criterion: are they worth your time? Everything else is just noise.
Meet Your Librarian
Trevor Sherping received his MLIS from the University of Iowa School of Library and Information Sciences in 2020. He was the Director and Adult Services Librarian of Kalona Public Library until 2024. He has worked in public libraries, special collections, and medical libraries.
Trevor lives in Iowa City with his wife and daughter. He enjoys reading, playing disc golf, and running (when he can be convinced to do it). His favorite books/series are Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke, Memory, Sorrow & Thorn by Tad Williams, The Liveship Traders by Robin Hobb, and The Books of Babel by Josiah Bancroft.