Category Archives: Science fiction and fantasy

Geeking out over ancient languages and scripts

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Rati Mehrotra

I’m no linguist. But right now, I am very excited about languages, scripts, how they came into being, and how they evolved. I’ve been working on a new novel for the last few months, a supernatural fantasy set in medieval … Continue reading →

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The Witch Speaks

Posted on April 30, 2020 by Rati Mehrotra

Still living in the pandemic. Lost count of the days. But! Today is Special! It is Story Day. I am very pleased to announce that my story The Witch Speaks is now live at Lightspeed Magazine. I also did a … Continue reading →

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Fandom, Obsession, and The Untamed

Posted on February 27, 2020 by Rati Mehrotra

I’ve consumed countless SFF books and numerous shows in my life. However, I have never been a fan of anything. Until now. People who follow my Twitter feed may have noticed the preponderance of images of pretty, long-haired Chinese wizards … Continue reading →

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MARKSWOMAN Ebook Sale

Posted on February 14, 2020 by Rati Mehrotra

Woohoo! In case you’ve been wanting to read about assassins that have telepathic relationships with their daggers, the ebook of Markswoman is on sale for just 99 cents from now until 24th February in both US and Canada. For those … Continue reading →

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Witcher, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways

Posted on January 19, 2020 by Rati Mehrotra

I rarely rave about a show, and I never watch the same show twice. But for The Witcher, I made an exception. It was even better the second time round, because I caught all the little things I’d missed the … Continue reading →

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Favorite Novel Reads of 2019

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Rati Mehrotra

Thank goodness for fiction. It’s been a rough reality today – I just cannot believe the results of the UK election! But then, I never believe it when right-wing, racist, climate-change-denying, xenophobic fundamentalists get elected and yet here we are, … Continue reading →

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Story Sales, Jury Summons, and More

Posted on December 4, 2019 by Rati Mehrotra

Winter is coming. No, scratch that. Winter is here. It’s in the dark, gloomy skies, the icy wind, the slushy road, and in the overpowering desire to go into hibernation for the next four months. Wake me in April when … Continue reading →

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CAN-CON 2019 Schedule

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Rati Mehrotra

The schedule is in! This will be my second year attending Can-Con – The Conference on Canadian Content in Speculative Arts and Literature in Ottawa. I had a great time last year and am looking forward to meeting old friends … Continue reading →

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The 2019 Toronto Writing Workshop

Posted on August 13, 2019 by Rati Mehrotra

Oh no, where did July go? The summer is flying by and I am Not Ready for autumn. Must eat more ice cream before September. Must take more walks. Must see Shakespeare in High Park. Must write more words…okay, scratch … Continue reading →

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New Story up at Lightspeed Magazine

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Rati Mehrotra

Story Day is always a happy day! Very pleased to announce a new short story publication This Way to Paradise at Lightspeed Magazine. You can read or listen to it for free – the audio narration is by Justine Eyre. … Continue reading →

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