Support a woman-owned independent publisher this Small Business Saturday and discover fantasy and sci-fi books you won’t find anywhere else.
Shop small and save big with these four hidden gems–perfect for every book lover on your list.
The Books:
Gas Giant Gambit by E.S. Raye
About: A spacefaring, queer bounty hunter who goes by “Gus” discovers hidden secrets in a deserted mining station on the gas giant Aeolus. With the thrill of space travel, the lawlessness of a western frontier, and a journey of self-discovery, what’s not to love?
RARE: A dark anthology of unusual secrets (multiple authors)
About: This anthology of fantasy, science fiction, and horror short stories features intriguing titles such as “Rare Steaks,” “The Gravekeeper,” and “The Pechman’s Denouement.” Themes include secrets and hidden truths, the unsettling or uncanny, emotional complexity, and moral ambiguity. This compulsively readable anthology will keep readers up at night for all the right reasons.
The Light of Lúnasa by Laura Foley
About: Clíona Murphy is cursed with uncontrolled powers in a world that does not believe in magic. After being swept into a portal to ancient Ireland, she reckons with her powers in a Hunger Games-style life-or-death competition. Rich with Celtic folklore and laced with a gripping love story, you’ll be counting down the days to the 2027 sequel.
Hanged by Fate by Rowan Wolf
About: The Canen Dera prophecy warns that a group of four siblings with magical powers will be responsible for the end of the world. But Ariaas, their snarky grandfather and caretaker, won’t believe it. The push and pull between fate and free will keeps you guessing until the last page and beyond.
The People Behind the Business
Alex Parker Publishing is a woman-owned small business founded by Stephanie Vislay.
Here’s what Stephanie had to say about why she created Alex Parker Publishing:
We wanted to bring a little more personalization to the publishing industry. You lose a lot of creative control with publishing with one of the big five publishers. I love telling my own stories, but I also really love getting other people's stories out into the world.
-Stephanie Vislay, Owner, Alex Parker Publishing
The “Why”
Why support Alex Parker Publishing? Because we believe that differences spark beauty and creativity.
Here’s our mission statement:
Alex Parker Publishing is dedicated to promoting diversity within literature by actively seeking and welcoming submissions from individuals who have been historically underrepresented. This includes individuals from marginalized communities such as people of color, individuals with disabilities, and people within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Wishing you a happy Small Business Saturday.
