Jenn Northington

Jenn Northington has worked in the publishing industry wearing various hats since 2004, including bookseller and events director, and is currently Director of Editorial Operations at Riot New Media Group. You can hear her on the SFF Yeah! podcast nerding out about sci-fi and fantasy. When she’s not working, she’s most likely gardening, running, or (obviously) reading. Find her on Tumblr at jennIRL and Instagram at iamjennIRL.

On Wednesdays, We Read Tolkien: The Lord Of The Rings Fandom In 2021

Join Tolkien Fan Club card-carrying member Jenn for a tour of the Lord of the Rings fandom as it stands today.

A Guide To The Fantasy And Science Fiction Awards Scene

Take a deep dive into fantasy and science fiction awards with Jenn, as she looks at the many out there and why you should care.

The Books That Are Shaping My Garden

A new homeowner muses about the books that shaped her garden, including a book of Indigenous wisdom and sci-fi about bees.

KUNG FU, Books Featuring Martial Arts, And A Reader Who Loves Them

In honor of the Kung Fu reboot, one reader discusses several recent books featuring martial arts, each in their own unique way, including Interior Chinatown by Charles Yu.

What Kind Of SFF Hero Are You?

There may only be one Hero’s Journey, but there are many ways to be a hero. Which brings us to this SFF hero quiz--what kind of hero are you?

A Beginner’s Guide To SFF Novelettes

Inspired by the Locus Recommended Reading List and the Nebula Award finalists, enjoy this beginner's guide to SFF novelettes, including "Omphalos" by Ted Chiang from Exhalation.

Is It Possible To Be Too Bookish?

Jenn muses on whether it's possible to be too bookish, who she is aside from a reader, and the ways that her hobbies inform her reading life.

How I Learned To Be Less Productive and Feel OK About It

It all started with Tiffany Dufu’s DROP THE BALL: the books that helped one reader become less productive — and feel okay about it.

The Revelations Of Rereading

Jenn finds reassurance, comfort, and inspiration in the revelations of rereading beloved series, including N.K. Jemisin's Dreamblood Duology.

Support And Hope In The Philadelphia Book Scene

The Healing Verse Philly Poetry Line is just the latest way that the Philadelphia book scene is sharing hope and supporting citizens.