San Dimas Indie Bookstore Judging by the Cover Now Carrying the GwenSeven Saga Sci-Fi Fantasy Series by April Adams
- Fat Cat Publishing

- May 12
- 3 min read
Updated: 7 days ago

Independent bookstores are more than just places to buy books. They are community spaces where readers discover new worlds, connect with authors and help keep literary culture alive locally. That’s why April Adams is especially thrilled to announce that the GwenSeven Saga will now be available at Judging by the Cover in San Dimas.
Even more exciting, the store will be hosting April for a live author event and signing on July 12th, giving Southern California readers the chance to meet the author behind the completed nine-book sci-fi fantasy series, talk all things GwenSeven and have books signed in person.
For readers searching for their next binge-worthy fantasy series, completed fantasy series to binge or books like Fourth Wing with a sci-fi fantasy twist, the GwenSeven Saga offers a fully immersive world readers can dive into immediately.
Supporting Indie Bookstores Matters
Independent bookstores play an important role in connecting readers with stories they may never discover through algorithms alone. Stores like Judging by the Cover create spaces for readers to gather, explore new genres and support both emerging and established authors in meaningful ways.
For indie authors especially, bookstore partnerships help create genuine reader relationships and local literary communities. Events, recommendations from passionate booksellers and in-store discovery remain some of the most powerful ways readers find their next favorite fantasy series or sci-fi fantasy books to binge.
As more readers choose to support local bookstores, stores like Judging by the Cover continue helping keep independent reading culture thriving.
About Judging by the Cover
Located in San Dimas, Judging by the Cover has become known for its welcoming atmosphere, curated selections and community-driven approach to bookselling. The store has built a loyal following of readers who value independent bookstores, unique finds and opportunities to connect directly with authors.
Their support of fantasy, science fiction and indie authors makes them a natural fit for the GwenSeven Saga and its growing Southern California readership.
'I built Judging By The Cover to be the bookstore I’d always wished existed—a cozy, curated independent bookstore in San Dimas where books meet community and everyone feels like they belong.' - Owner, Sara
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Meet April Adams on July 12th
On July 12th, readers and store loyalists will have the opportunity to:
Meet April Adams in person
Discuss the world of the GwenSeven Saga
Purchase books in-store
Bring existing copies to have signed
Complete or begin their signed series collection
The event celebrates not only the arrival of the series in-store, but also the connection between local readers, independent bookstores and fantasy storytelling.
Whether you’re looking for a completed fantasy series, dragon fantasy books for adults or your next binge-worthy sci-fi fantasy read, this event offers readers the opportunity to discover a new immersive world and meet the author behind it.
A Southern California Homecoming
For April, this event carries additional meaning because Southern California is home. Having the GwenSeven Saga available in a Southern California indie bookstore represents an exciting full-circle moment as the series continues expanding to new readers and communities.
From conventions and reader events to bookstore shelves, seeing the series embraced locally is something April is deeply grateful for.

About the GwenSeven Saga
Beginning with Drawing the Dragon, the GwenSeven Saga is a completed nine-book sci-fi fantasy series blending dragons, interstellar conflict, advanced technology, suggestive romance and emotional storytelling into one expansive universe.
The series explores a world where dragons evolve into sentient, technology-fused beings capable of space travel while humans, elves and artificial humans struggle for survival in a rapidly changing galaxy.
Perfect for readers who love:
Dragon fantasy books
Sci-fi fantasy books
Epic world-building
Completed fantasy series
Binge-worthy fantasy series
Books like Fourth Wing
Fantasy series with dragons
SAVE THE DATE
Event Information: San Dimas Indie Bookstore Judging by the Cover Now Carrying the GwenSeven Saga Sci-Fi Fantasy Series by April Adams
Where: San Dimas, California
When: July 12th, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
What: Live author event + book signing
Readers can purchase books onsite or bring copies from home and continue the GwenSeven Saga with a new purchase from the series.
Follow along at www.apriladams.me and @authorapriladams on all social channels.



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