Books by John Wiswell
“It allows for a beautifully unusual love story too, where the two partners can negotiate what their involvement means from the ground up. There’s not only Shesheshen’s nature to manage, but also Homily’s trauma in her monster-obsessed family, as well as simple preferences – so there’s nothing cookie-cutter about their relationship. It feels truly like a love story, rather than a romance story, if I can make that distinction.” Read more...
Interviews where books by John Wiswell were recommended
Award-Winning Fantasy Novels of 2025, recommended by Sylvia Bishop
The award-winning fantasy novels of 2025 are notable for spanning the breadth of the genre: murder mysteries and legal thrillers have been honoured alongside monsters, mythologies and folk tales. Our fantasy editor Sylvia Bishop introduces the five books that took the top spots, and the immersive worlds they offer readers.
The Best Sci-Fi & Fantasy Novels: The 2026 Nebula Awards, recommended by Sylvia Bishop
The Nebula Awards finalists for best novel are an annual must for fantasy and sci fi fans. We asked our fantasy and sci fi editor Sylvia Bishop to give us a round-up of the seven titles in the running – a particularly hot contest this year, packed with award-winning names and fresh ideas. The winner will be announced on June 6th.
