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

Revenge of the Dumbshits – Justice, Trump-Style Disclaimer: This ain’t law

Disclaimer: This ain’t law school, folks. This is George Carlin with a sledgehammer. If you came for balanced reporting, go find a teeter-totter. I’m here to call out bullshit where it stinks the most—and right now the whole goddamn Department of Justice smells like a backed-up porta-potty at a Trump rally.

So Fat Orange Jesus wants James Comey’s head on a pike. He screams on social media: “Indict him NOW! Justice must be served!” And—abracadabra—suddenly the Eastern District of Virginia...

America First, Brainpower Last Disclaimer: This ain’t policy analysis, it’s

Disclaimer: This ain’t policy analysis, it’s George Carlin with his middle finger up and a spotlight. If you want nuance, tune into NPR. If you want to hear how your country’s being sold off like a clearance rack at Walmart, pull up a chair.

So Fat Orange Jesus waddles into the Oval Office, waves his tiny Sharpie, and suddenly an H-1B visa—the lifeline for skilled workers, scientists, doctors, and engineers—jumps from a couple grand to a hundred thousand dollars. One hundred. Thousand....

The 21-Point Mirage: Mar-A-Gaza and the Art of the Fake Peace Deal

Disclaimer: This isn’t diplomacy, this is George Carlin with a chainsaw. You want polite talk about “frameworks” and “confidence-building measures”? Go watch C-SPAN. This is about how Trump tried to sell the planet a timeshare in hell.

Trump waddles into the United Nations and drops his big shiny “21-point plan to end the Israel-Hamas war.” Twenty-one points! Sounds impressive, right? Like he’s got binders full of peace. Spoiler: it’s horseshit. It’s not a plan, it’s a PowerPoint with bullet...

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