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11 Mugs for Sci-fi and Fantasy Readers

A.J. O'Connell

Staff Writer

A.J. O’Connell is the author of two published novellas: Beware the Hawk and The Eagle & The Arrow. All she’s ever wanted to do in life is read and write books, and so, is constantly writing at least one novel. She holds an MFA in creative fiction, but despite the best efforts of her teachers at Fairfield University's low-residency program, remains a huge dork for sci-fi, fantasy and comic books. She is a journalist and has taught journalism to college students. She blogs about feminism, the writing life, and whatever else comes into her head at www.ajoconnell.com. Blog: A.J. O'Connell Twitter: @ann_oconnell

We’ve covered mugs for readers before, but sometimes you want a mug that’s a little more specific to your genre.

If you love speculative fiction and hot beverages, these cups are for you.

These place names.

speculative fiction placename mug

I’d really love to see The Stillness and The Four Corners of Civilization on here.

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These very important laws.

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This Hunger Games quote.

hunger games quote mug

A truly inspirational statement from a truly terrifying person.

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You might need this mug if you read George R.R. Martin.

killed characters mug

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Speaking of which…

It's getting a little chilly outside.

It’s getting a little chilly outside.

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This mug is for elven adventurers.

This Etsy seller will paint your name on a mug in elvish. (Don't ask me which elvish, though.)

This Etsy seller will paint your name on a mug in elvish. (Don’t ask me which elvish, though.)

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For people who freak out when they lose their mugs.

Freak a Tolkien fan out by giving it to them on their birthday!

Freak a Tolkien fan out by giving it to them on their birthday!

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This beautiful tentacle mug.

Oh, the eldritch horror!

Oh, the eldritch horror!

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This mug has big, friendly letters on it.

hitchhikers guide mug

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This statement about controversial coffee drinks.

Like it or not, it holds the universe together.

Like it or not, it holds the universe together.

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This mug, telling your family and friends how you really feel about your favorite books.

not only books mug

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