"Heavenly Breakfast" by Samuel R. Delany is an impactful coming-of-age novel that tells the story of young African American boy, Daniel Weinreb, as he navigates the challenges of race, sexuality, and identity in 1950s New York City. The book immerses readers in the world of Harlem during a time filled...
"Flight from Nevèrÿon" serves as the final chapter in Samuel R. Delany's critically acclaimed "Tales of Nevèrÿon" series. This book, set in an ancient and fantastical world, comprises four interconnected novellas that delve into powerful themes of power, sexuality, and identity. Delany's masterful prose takes readers on a captivating journey...
"About Writing" by Samuel R. Delany offers aspiring writers a treasure trove of information and insights. Drawing from his own experiences as a successful author, Delany provides practical advice on key elements of writing, including character development, world-building, and the editing process. One of the standout features of this book...
"The Fall of the Towers" by Samuel R. Delany is a captivating science fiction novel set in a post-apocalyptic world teetering on the edge of collapse. It tells the story of a group of characters, led by the mysterious and powerful Jon Koshar, as they navigate through a dangerous and...
Samuel R. Delany's "Nova" is a brilliant work of science fiction that takes readers on an exhilarating voyage across the cosmos. Set in a distant era, the story tracks the adventures of Lorq Von Ray as he undertakes a perilous mission to navigate a series of unstable black holes and...
"Tales of Nevèrÿon" by Samuel R. Delany is a captivating collection of fantasy stories that delve into a variety of themes such as slavery, sexuality, and power dynamics. These thought-provoking tales are set in the ancient land of Nevèrÿon and challenge societal norms while exploring the complexities of human behavior....
"Phallos" by Samuel R. Delany offers a unique and thought-provoking perspective on themes of gender, identity, and sexuality. Set in ancient Rome, the book takes readers on a captivating journey alongside its protagonist, a young man named Phallos. His quest to find the mythical missing phallus of the god Priapus...
"Hogg" by Samuel R. Delany is a novel that has sparked controversy and divided readers due to its explicit and disturbing content. The story revolves around a young boy named Hogg, who becomes involved in a series of violent and unsettling activities. Delany fearlessly explores taboo subjects such as rape,...
"Dhalgren" by Samuel R. Delany is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that defies the conventions of traditional genres. It takes place in a surreal and post-apocalyptic city known as Bellona and follows the journey of a young poet named Kid as he grapples with questions of identity, memory, and reality....