Stones Corner is set to welcome a rising Brisbane-based science fiction author this November, as Alla Zaykova, who publishes under the name A. Zaykova, visits Books@Stones for a signing of her debut novel Galaxy Grifter.
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Fans of fast-paced, high-stakes sci-fi will have the chance to meet the author, learn about her writing journey, and get their copies signed on Saturday, 29 November 2025, from 10am onwards.
Galaxy Grifter was published in 2025 by Orbit US. The science fiction novel follows a con artist who steals an alien blueprint and a programmer who becomes involved in assisting him. According to reader reviews, the book is described as “snarky, high-stakes and accessible sci-fi,” and another review stated it is “Fast-paced, fun, and with more suspense than the sky holds stars.” The novel is identified as appealing to fans of Star Wars and Firefly.
Zaykova has been writing since childhood and has previously published short stories and poetry in magazines and anthologies. Galaxy Grifter is her first full-length novel. Her second novel is scheduled for publication in 2026.
Alla Zaykova has a background in Government communications and is based in Brisbane. She lives with her husband, daughter, and rescue cat. She is noted as a second-generation science fiction fan and a lifelong storyteller.
Books@Stones, located on Logan Road in Stones Corner, is hosting the event. The bookshop has been involved in local community events and provides a venue for authors to meet readers.
The book signing is open to the public. Readers can attend to meet Zaykova and have their copies of Galaxy Grifter signed. The event is scheduled to begin at 10am on 29 November 2025 and will continue for as long as attendees wish to participate.
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This event provides an opportunity for local readers to engage with the author and purchase a copy of her debut novel. It also allows attendees to meet the author behind the book, including learning about her writing background and upcoming works.
Published 24-November-2025
