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On and Off the Page with April Adams, sci-fi fantasy author of the GwenSeven Saga and Drawing the Dragon

Not a synopsis. Not a back-cover blurb. A roadmap. Every book in the GwenSeven Saga serves a different purpose. From the world-building foundation of Drawing the Dragon to the shifting perspectives, prequels, fantasy stories, and interconnected threads that ultimately bring the saga together.

If you’re reading the GwenSeven Saga and have come across the Dream Journal of Hope, you may be thinking...What does it mean? Why are these entries included? And do I need to pay attention to them? Yes, you do! The Dream Journal appears throughout the early books in the series, quietly leaving behind pieces of a much larger mystery.

Looking for your next sci-fi fantasy series to get lost in this fall? If you love dragons, space opera, immersive world-building, strong female leads, slow-burn romance, elves, AI, and stories that make you question what is real, the GwenSeven Saga deserves a place on your reading list.

What if your next coming-of-age story took place on a moon of Jupiter, in a future filled with dragons, elves, artificial intelligence, and humans trying to survive at the edge of civilization? Drops of Jupiter is a science fiction and fantasy story about growing up, finding yourself, and discovering who you are when everything around you is unfamiliar and sometimes dangerous.

The first day of fall is right around the corner, which means it’s officially time to start thinking about your fall reading list. And what better way to kick off your seasonal TBR than by diving into a nine-book sci-fi fantasy series? And this fall, there are plenty of opportunities to not only discover the series, but meet me in person and get your books signed!

It’s going to be a busy few months, and there are a lot of chances to meet me, jump into the GwenSeven Saga and discover your next series to escape with this fall. I’ll be making stops at independent bookstores, book fairs, and Barnes & Noble locations throughout Carlsbad, San Diego, Temecula, and Riverside, bringing the GwenSeven Saga along for the ride.

There are some conventions that feel like an event, and then there are conventions that feel like coming home. For me, Dragon Con has always been the latter. As I wrap up my 14th year at Dragon Con, I’m feeling incredibly grateful for another unforgettable Labor Day weekend in Atlanta. Thank you to the Dragon Con organizers, staff, volunteers, vendors, fellow creators, and most importantly, the thousands of fans who made Dragon Con 2026 so special.

Dragon Con 2026 weekend has officially arrived, and I couldn't be more excited to be back in Downtown Atlanta for one of my favorite events of the year. From September 4–7, you'll find me exhibiting at Dragon Con 2026 inside AmericasMart, where thousands of science fiction, fantasy, gaming, comic, and pop culture fans gather every Labor Day weekend to celebrate the stories and worlds they love! This year is especially meaningful because it marks my 14th Dragon Con. I've been

If you're searching for your next must-read science fiction and fantasy series, building your fall TBR, or looking for a completed fantasy series you can fully immerse yourself in, The GwenSeven Saga by April Adams is ready to take you on an unforgettable adventure.

This past weekend was one I'll be smiling about for a long time. I had the pleasure of hosting an author pop-up and book signing at Falkner Winery in the heart of Temecula Wine Country, and I couldn't be more grateful for the incredible support from everyone who stopped by.

Fall is officially reading season, making now the perfect time to build your fall reading list with stories that will carry you through cozy afternoons and chilly evenings.

From September 4–7, 2026, April Adams will return to Dragon Con in Atlanta, Georgia for her 12th year as an exhibitor, bringing the complete nine-book GwenSeven Saga to one of the largest pop culture conventions in the United States.

People often ask where the idea for my book Drawing the Dragon came from, and the answer always makes me smile because it wasn't actually the first book I started writing. Originally, I began writing Song of Steel in 2010 when I started my writing career. I thought I wanted to start with a traditional fantasy novel, but somewhere along the way, I realized the story wasn't coming together the way I had imagined. Something was missing. That's when Drawing the Dragon was born. A

If you're searching for a fantasy series that blends world building, strong female leads, space opera, fantasy, and a story that only gets better with every book, Drawing the Dragon by April Adams is the perfect place to begin.

I'm so excited to be back in my hometown of San Diego for a live author event at Barnes & Noble Carmel Mountain Ranch on Saturday, July 11, from 1:00 - 4:00 PM, and I'd love for you to stop by and say hello.

Sci-Fi Fantasy Author April Adams returns home to San Diego for a Barnes & Noble live author event July 11th and off to new indie store Judging by the Cover in San Dimas, CA July 12th.

I'm excited to finally share that I've started writing The GwenSeven Chronicles.

As a Southern California native, there is always something special about coming home, and I was absolutely thrilled to spend the weekend meeting readers at two of my favorite Barnes & Noble locations in Orange County. There is nothing quite like connecting with fellow book lovers in person, especially being back home in Southern California.

Southern California readers and sci-fi fantasy fans will have two opportunities this weekend to meet April Adams as she returns home for special appearances at Barnes & Noble locations in Orange and Huntington Beach. Discover the completed nine-book GwenSeven Saga beginning with Drawing the Dragon, a cinematic science fantasy adventure filled with cyborganic dragons, artificial intelligence, intergalactic war, found family, and unforgettable characters.

With the holiday weekend finally here, there’s something especially satisfying about finding a story you can completely disappear into. Whether you’re stretched out poolside, tucked under an umbrella at the beach, unwinding in a quiet hotel room after a full day with family, or channeling an April Adams-style weekend among the vineyards with a chilled glass of bubbles in hand, this is the perfect time to start a new binge-worthy series.