Rifan Muazin
- Fantasy Literature
- June 20, 2026
- 9 views
The SPFBO 11 Cull: Analyzing the Second Wave of Departures
As the calendar turns to the first of May, the literary landscape of the 11th annual Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO) shifts once again. This prestigious competition, a cornerstone of the…
Neng Nana
- Fantasy Literature
- June 17, 2026
- 9 views
The SPFBO 11 Dispatch: The Third Five to Fall and the Evolving Landscape of Self-Published Fantasy
As May draws to a close, the literary marathon that is the 11th annual Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO 11) continues its rigorous vetting process. Today marks a significant milestone in…
- Fantasy Literature
- June 16, 2026
- 8 views
The Final Curtain: Closing the Book on the SPFBO 11 Preliminary Rounds
The literary world’s most rigorous test for independent fantasy authors has reached a critical juncture. The Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO), now in its eleventh iteration, has officially concluded the "cut"…
Suro Senen
- Fantasy Literature
- June 15, 2026
- 8 views
The SPFBO 11 Crucible: Navigating the Fourth Wave of Cuts
June has arrived, bringing with it the relentless momentum of the 11th Annual Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO). As the competition deepens, the vetting process enters its most critical phase. Today,…
Reynand Wu
- Fantasy Literature
- June 14, 2026
- 11 views
The Gauntlet Narrows: SPFBO 11 Cuts Continue as the Search for the Ultimate Fantasy Indie Deepens
As the month of June deepens, the atmosphere surrounding the 11th Annual Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO) has grown increasingly intense. What began as an ambitious field of 300 independent titles…
Nana Muazin
- Fantasy Literature
- June 13, 2026
- 8 views
The SPFBO 11 Cull: Narrowing the Field in the World’s Premier Self-Published Fantasy Competition
The annual Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO), founded by acclaimed author Mark Lawrence, remains the definitive barometer for the indie fantasy scene. As the competition reaches its eleventh iteration, the stakes…
Layla Zulfa
- Fantasy Literature
- June 4, 2026
- 11 views
The SPFBO 11 Crucible: Analyzing the "Third Five to Fall"
As May draws to a close, the literary landscape of the 11th annual Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO) continues to shift. With the competition now deep into its primary phase, the…
Siti Muinah
- Fantasy Literature
- May 31, 2026
- 17 views
The SPFBO 11 Mid-Spring Cull: Reflections on the Second Wave of Contenders
By the Editorial Team May 1, 2026 As the calendar turns to May, the literary community finds itself deep in the trenches of the 11th annual Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO).…
Asro
- Fantasy Literature
- May 28, 2026
- 21 views
SPFBO 11: The Third Wave of Eliminations and the Evolution of the Competition
As May draws to a close, the literary world turns its eyes once again to the Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO). Now in its 11th year, this landmark competition continues to…
Pevita Pearce
- Fantasy Literature
- May 24, 2026
- 22 views
The SPFBO 11 Cull: Analyzing the Second Wave of Departures
As the calendar turns to the first of May, the literary landscape of the 11th annual Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO) shifts once again. For the participating authors, readers, and our…
