Recs if you like Magic, Maps, and Mischief: A Cozy Neurodivergent Adventure (Greton's Marvellous Maps Book 1)...

Low(ish) stakes, cozy worldbuilding, mostly loveable characters, and almost always a happy ending–whether it's with dragons or starships, these books are the ultimate warm hug of escapism. Pairing with your favorite warm beverage is highly recommended.

A list of all Indie Ink Award Finalists from 2026 that I could find on here (I'll add more as they're added to Pagebound--just let me know), minus any I'm aware used AI in any capacity (cover, etc)

SPFBO is the yearly Self Published Fantasy Blog Off. Phase 1 starts with 300 entrants and the top 10 are chosen as finalists. Read along with the judges! These are the books to be reviewed by SFFInsiders