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Moss'd in Space

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by Rebecca Thorne
Moss'd in Space (Moss'd in Space #1) by Rebecca Thorne
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USA Today Bestselling author Rebecca Thorne delights in a brand new cozy science-fiction romance series for fans of Martha Wells.

Torian Razner finally bought a starship, and contrary to Amelia’s assessment, it was not “a meteoric sign of stupidity.” Sure, the alien starship may have been abandoned for a century, and it may be covered in moss now… but it’s Torian’s ticket to freedom, regardless of what her ex… ah, captain… said.

Except Torian’s first flight reveals a surprise passenger: the moss is actually an organic computer with a snarky attitude and serious abandonment issues. The target of its loathing? The immortal alien who built it (and then parked the starship, with Moss inside, and forgot about it). The same alien who just found Torian and accused her of “stealing” the ship.

It’s entirely possible that Amelia was right about this meteoric stupidity.

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Release date: June 30, 2026

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Rebecca Thorne

Rebecca Thorne

Rebecca Thorne writes the kind of stories that feel like curling up with a cup of tea while still brimming with danger, magic, and unexpected laughter. A USA Today, Indie, and Sunday Times bestselling author, she has built a reputation for cozy fantasy and science fiction that celebrate found families, quick-witted banter, and worlds where love and adventure sit side by side.

Her Tomes & Tea quartet, beginning with Can’t Spell Treason Without Tea, has become a favorite among readers who crave both enchantment and comfort. The series follows characters who would rather run a bookshop and teahouse than battle empires, yet somehow still find themselves caught in the middle of rebellion, mystery, and romance. Thorne’s writing draws on the charm of everyday rituals, like brewing tea or sharing a quiet moment, while weaving them seamlessly into epic tales of courage and loyalty.

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Never one to stay in a single lane, she is also venturing into science fiction with her upcoming trilogy that opens with Moss’d in Space. Here, she brings her signature warmth to starships, smuggling runs, and even a sentient moss, proving that cozy storytelling has a place among the stars.

Thorne lives near Denver, Colorado, where she balances her dual life as a flight attendant and author. She credits her ADHD as part of her creative drive, a force that keeps her imagination racing and her writing pace remarkably swift. When she is not drafting novels, she can be found hiking with her partner and their dogs or daydreaming about opening a mountain town bookshop that serves tea.

Her journey began young, writing her first stories at age eleven and eventually breaking into publishing with a mix of determination and experimentation. Today, she embraces the role of a hybrid author, moving fluidly between self-publishing freedom and traditional contracts, and often shares insights with fellow writers navigating their own paths.

Rebecca Thorne’s work resonates because it balances whimsy with heart. Whether she is writing about mages, rebels, or moss with abandonment issues, her stories invite readers to laugh, feel, and believe in the power of community. For those searching for fantasy and sci-fi that are as cozy as they are adventurous, her books are a welcoming place to land.

Moss'd in Space

Out among the stars, survival is rarely quiet, and companionship can take the strangest of forms. This trilogy opens with a desperate ex-smuggler, a half-broken starship, and a patch of moss that talks back. What begins as a chance to carve out freedom quickly turns into a fight against ancient grudges, alien misunderstandings, and the secrets of a ship that refuses to stay silent.

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The heart of the series is not the chase scenes or gunfire, though both make their appearances, but the unexpected bonds that grow in the shadow of danger. Humor threads through the chaos, softening the sharp edges of spacefaring life, while slow-burn romance and unlikely friendships remind readers that warmth can be found even in the cold vacuum between planets.

Blending the lightness of cozy storytelling with the vastness of interstellar adventure, these books create a universe where banter carries as much weight as blasters, and where even a bit of moss can prove itself a fiercely loyal companion. It is science fiction that dares to be tender, adventurous, and funny all at once, offering readers a galaxy that feels both strange and welcoming.


Moss'd in Space (Moss'd in Space #1)
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