Blog: On and Off the Page with Sci-Fi Fantasy author April Adams

Join me and team at Booth 1413 at the Javits Center in NYC this weekend. I'll be in booth and checking out the convention throughout the weekend.

As a writer, I think it’s just as important to stay inspired as it is to stay disciplined. I’m always paying attention to the people who are pushing boundaries, whether that’s through storytelling, science, or innovation. Welcome to Part 3 of 'My Top 5'. These are the creators I consistently follow, learn from, and draw inspiration from as I was writing GwenSeven . 1. Stephen King His ability to create deeply human characters is unmatched. No matter the genre, you feel connec

Sci-fi Fantasy author April Adams recaps her weekend at WonderCon 2026 as an exhibitor.

When people ask what inspired the GwenSeven Saga, the answer isn’t just other books. It’s a mix of science fiction, fantasy, film, and real-world science storytelling. As a sci-fi fantasy author, I pull inspiration from anywhere that expands my imagination and challenges what we think is possible. This is Part 2 of my 3-part series.

I’m so excited to be returning to WonderCon next week at the Anaheim Convention Center, and I can’t wait to see both familiar faces and new readers. If you’re attending, come find me at Booth 1223 where I’ll be signing books, meeting readers, and talking all things GwenSeven. Whether you’ve been following the series or are just discovering it, I’d love to connect with you in person.

As a sci-fi fantasy author, I’m often asked which books influenced my writing style, world-building, and storytelling. Like many authors, the stories that shaped me most are the ones that completely pulled me in. Books that pushed the boundaries of imagination, built unforgettable characters, and stayed with me. These are the books that helped inspire me as a new author. This is Part 1 of a 3-part series.

A recap of Emerald City Comic Con 2026 in Seattle as sci-fi fantasy author April Adams sells out collection of books and celebrates an incredible weekend at ECCC 2026.

Come meet SciFi Author April Adams at Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC) 2026

SciFi Author April Adams returns to SoCal for WonderCon 2026