Adam Gaffen

Adam Gaffen

Adam Gaffen is the creative mind behind The Cassidy Chronicles and its expansive universe, often referred to as the Cassidyverse. This near-future, hopepunk series follows the thrilling and emotional journey of Kendra and Aiyana Cassidy as they face off against both human and alien threats, all while trying to bring humanity to the stars. Gaffen’s writing is known for its vibrant characters, intricate world-building, and focus on relationships. In addition to his science fiction work, Gaffen has ventured into fantasy and romance with projects like the Godsfall trilogy, blending genres in unique and compelling ways. His dedication to creating diverse, inclusive stories has earned him accolades, including nominations for the DragonCon Dragon Awards and recognition from the Writers of the Future.

In addition to his novels, Gaffen has published collections of short fiction, technical manuals, and middle-grade novels, all of which exist within the Cassidyverse. He has been a guest speaker at various conventions such as AmazingCon and COSine2022 and is an active member of the Heinlein Society. Adam is also the recipient of multiple indie publishing awards, including being a three-time winner of the Top 25 Indie Books of the Year for his works The Heart of Space, The Ghosts of Tantor, and Triumph’s Ashes. Currently residing in Colorado, Adam shares his life with his wife, their five dogs, five cats, and an endless passion for storytelling.

Books

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Dating to Die For

Swiping right shouldn’t lead to death—or a job offer from Hell.

Lila Martin never expected to die on a first date.

After a string of failed relationships, she reluctantly gives the Flare dating app one last shot—only to match with Ethan, a man who seems too good to be true. And he is. Because Ethan isn’t just charming—he’s a Grim Reaper. Worse,...

Embers of Eternity (The Cassidy Chronicles)

Book #5 from the series: Godsfall

Trust no one, fight for everything. Some things are worth risking eternity for.
Kalili Keoka thought she’d left the world of cosmic battles and celestial betrayals far behind. But when an unholy alliance of angels and demons erupts onto the scene, old friends Dakota Chase and McKenna Cross are dragged back into the chaos alongside Kalili and her...

The Vault & The Vixen (Godsfall)

Heist, heart, and high stakes await!


Dive into the heart-pounding world of
The Vault & the Vixen, where heist thriller meets romantic suspense in a gripping tale of crime, love, and redemption. Set against the gritty, neon-lit backdrop of Brooklyn, this novel weaves a complex web of high-stakes heists, intricate plots, and unyielding...

Other Writing

Welcome to the Cassidyverse – Your Story Starts Here So you picked up a

So you picked up a book and liked it. Great! But now you're wondering: where does it go from here?

That’s where this lovely, chaotic, wildly interconnected graphic comes in. This isn’t a strict “start here, then go there” reading order. This is more like a sci-fi choose-your-own-adventure map—minus the page numbers and childhood trauma.

The Cassidyverse isn’t a linear timeline; it’s a living, breathing universe with stories that span decades, genres, and tones. Maybe you started with Into the...

Latest Updates

The observation that contemporary literature often features protagonists from either end of the socioeconomic spectrum—the struggling lower class or the extremely wealthy—raises...

Breaking News: Adam Gaffen's Sci-Fi Epic to Be Adapted into Reality Show In

In an unprecedented move that blurs the lines between science fiction and reality television, acclaimed author Adam Gaffen has announced that his bestselling series, The Cassidy...

I got thinking... The Tiny Slice of "Not Dying": How Useless Most of the

The Tiny Slice of "Not Dying": How Useless Most of the Temperature Scale Is

Temperature is one of those things we think we understand because we complain about it constantly. “...

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Blog

Colorblind, My Ass: The Supreme Court’s Vision Test for Democracy Legal

Legal Disclaimer: This is satire in the style of George Carlin. It’s aimed at public figures and public acts already in the news. If you recognize yourself, that’s on you.

Colorblind, my ass. These black-robed bastards up on the bench are pretending they can’t see race while they draw the goddamn map with a burning cross for a compass. They’re squinting at the Constitution like it’s fine print on a loan shark’s contract—because it is, if you let them write it.

They talk about “neutral...

The Kids Are Alt-Right: MAGA’s Youth Movement Takes Off Its Mask Legal

Legal Disclaimer: This is satire in the style of George Carlin. It’s about public people and public words. If you’re clutching pearls or campaign checks—good. That means the shoes fucking fit.

So here we are. The next generation of “patriots,” the shiny-faced heirs of Reagan, chanting the same old hymns with new emojis. These are the kids they said would “take back America.” Well, mission accomplished—they’ve taken it back to 1938.

They call it “Young Republicans.” Cute name. Sounds like a Boy...

🎤 Halloween in Hell: The Monsters Are in Congress Legal Disclaimer: This is

Legal Disclaimer: This is a work of satirical commentary. No actual mummies, vampires, or Republican senators were harmed in the making of this rant — though a few might finally feel something resembling shame. If you’re clutching your pearls right now, try unclenching your wallet instead. It’s the government you should fear, not the words describing it.

Ah, Halloween in America. The one night a year we pretend to be scared of fake monsters while the real ones run the fucking country.

Forget...

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