The Initiation of Time
The Shattered Plaza remembers everything. And it's killing Coley Darkmoon.Neon signs flicker through collapsed centuries. A 21st-century noodle stall bleeds into a 30th-century monorail. The air tastes of ash, ozone, and a war that won't stay dead.When Coley activates an ancient artifact, reality tears open-and the past doesn't just return. It attacks.Now he's caught in a desperate alliance: Lyra ChronoMoon, a warrior fighting to stabilize timelines that are eating themselves alive. Arianna, a temporal analyst whose visions reveal the Obsidian Hand's true plan. And Coley, thrust from the edges of history into its burning heart.The enemy isn't just erasing the past-they're weaponizing it. Rewriting it. And the Archive holds the one truth that could stop them.Three fractured allies. One collapsing timeline. And a war for the right to have a future at all.The Initiation of Time. kicks off The Dark Time Master Series with reality-bending stakes and heroes fighting against time itself.,
Novic
Discover the haunting origins of an immortal soul in Novic, a mesmerizing novelette by Eugen Bacon that serves as the "story-before-the-story" of the enigmatic Sayneth priest introduced in her acclaimed debut novel, Claiming T-Mo.In Claiming T-Mo, Novic emerges as a figure of profound mystery-an immortal with eyes as ancient as Jacob and a visage that whispers of death itself. Novic's defiance of a matriarchal society's conventions sets in motion a Jekyll-and-Hyde transformation of his son T-Mo that shapes his destiny along with the three women who love him.But who is Novic? Where did he come from, and what forces forged his immortal path? This prequel novelette delves into Novic's past-his trials, his transgressions, and the timeless burden of his existence.
Dune: The Butlerian Jihad
The war against the thinking machines The betrayal that turned House Atreides and House Harkonnen into mortal enemies The discovery of spice--the most valuable substance in the known universe The birth of the Sisterhood, Suk Doctors, Mentats, and Spacing Guild The origins of the Fremen--former slaves who find a new home on the desert planet Ten thousand years before Frank Herbert's masterpiece Dune, humanity is oppressed by powerful machine rulers--the computer overmind Omnius, the maliciously curious robot Erasmus, and their monstrous half-machine collaborators, the cymeks. But embattled worlds, led by brave Xavier Harkonnen and his firebrand fianc矇e Serena Butler, fight for the freedom of the human race. They must find new technologies, and the strength of the human spirit, to fight the terrible thinking machines. Vorian Atreides is born among the machine worlds and trained to be loyal to his cymek father, but he finds all his preconceptions challenged when Serena Butler becomes a prisoner of Erasmus and a victim of his insidious experiments. After a heart-wrenching tragedy, Serena's passionate grief ignites the religious war that will sweep across the Galaxy and liberate humans from their machine masters--no matter the cost. Will Vorian discover that he belongs among humanity, or remain a pawn of the thinking machines? Here, too, is the amazing tale of the Zensunni Wanderers, who escape bondage to flee to the desert world where they will declare themselves the Free Men of Dune. Experience how they learn to summon and ride the majestic sandworms. Read the origins of Frank Herbert's Dune.
Dan
Dan thinks he wants to be a rancher; his father wants him to enroll in a university. He has been granted a year's stay at his godparents' Wyoming ranch to learn what ranching involves. He came to stay with them in early summer. Now he must go thru a winter in the high country, a test even for those from New York state. Receiving a horse of his own -a young pinto that he names Toby- he finds additional complications: Toby may be blind, he needs training, and his ownership is in question. There are times when work must be done, Dan learns, at a ranch or anywhere, even if a person is tired. He appreciates the beauty of nature and also learns more of its difficulties. During a time of being snowed-in when he is alone, Dan must draw on his own resourcefulness. A thread running thru this story is Dan's belief in a God to sustain him. This subject is written so that those of various faiths can relate to it without feeling pressured or excluded..
Heaven on Earth
The year: sometime in the 2090s. The location: Jordan. Aging is reversible thanks to major advances in bioscience and nanotechnology. But in a world where eternal youth has become a reality, complications arise. Journalist Janna Abdallah is at the forefront of these changes: her brother Jamal contributed to many of the medical advances that have brought such profound changes to humanity over the past few decades, yet he has chosen to forego age suppression in order to experience a natural death. Because reproduction is strictly regulated, the opportunity to create new life throws the Abdallah family into turmoil. Fadi Zaghmout's best-selling debut novel The Bride of Amman was groundbreaking for its intimate, sympathetic treatment of women's issues, homosexuality, and marriage in the Middle East. Heaven on Earth is no less revolutionary, at once a searingly personal account of one family's struggle to embrace the future that is now, and also a look at the way Jordanian society has had to reimagine itself at the end of the twenty-first century.
The Silence II
Sean and Kiera managed to survive one zombie apocalypse. Can they do it again? With Grace, the zombie-killing dog, at their side, their newfound family is once again in the middle of an apocalyptic hellscape no one asked for. Stronger, faster, and spitting acid, the undead have evolved beyond anything from humanity's darkest nightmares. Help is not on the way. If anyone is going to survive, it will take a miracle... and they've already used up one.
Mirabella's Beast
On a dying Earth swallowed by rising seas, humanity survives on massive floating cities where every life must prove its worth.Mirabella dreams of becoming a nurse, but her heart and her family keep her anchored in more ways than one. When the government threatens to "let go" her aging father, Mira's world shatters. Desperate to protect her family, she ventures into the dangerous underbelly of the city-ship, where malfunctioning machinery and political corruption could sink them all. There she crosses paths with Mr. Griffith, a brooding, sharp-edged supervisor who hides compassion beneath his growl.As Mira fights to protect her father and prove her worth, she finds herself caught between the memory of a love that betrayed her and the possibility of one she never expected. But secrets run deeper than the ocean, and one wrong choice could sink everything she holds dear.A sweeping tale of survival, forbidden hope, and love in unexpected places.
Mirabella's Beast
On a dying Earth swallowed by rising seas, humanity survives on massive floating cities where every life must prove its worth.Mirabella dreams of becoming a nurse, but her heart and her family keep her anchored in more ways than one. When the government threatens to "let go" her aging father, Mira's world shatters. Desperate to protect her family, she ventures into the dangerous underbelly of the city-ship, where malfunctioning machinery and political corruption could sink them all. There she crosses paths with Mr. Griffith, a brooding, sharp-edged supervisor who hides compassion beneath his growl.As Mira fights to protect her father and prove her worth, she finds herself caught between the memory of a love that betrayed her and the possibility of one she never expected. But secrets run deeper than the ocean, and one wrong choice could sink everything she holds dear.A sweeping tale of survival, forbidden hope, and love in unexpected places.
This Little Piggy
Mac is a smuggler, an outlaw and a sometimes-poacher. A one-time marine, he now plays fast and loose with the laws of the Porcine Republic. In his quest for credits, he's faced every kind of danger one can find in both known and unknown quadrants of space. Loads of luck and a dash of skill have served him well enough until he unwittingly unleashes the fury of a beast the likes of which no pig has ever seen.Cal is a doctor, left alone to safeguard a deserted medical outpost. She bitterly opposes the military expansion of the Republic and regrets the part she has played in aiding the marines. Her world is about to be rocked to its core.Zok is a marine, living in self-imposed exile on Planet V3. Half-patriot, half-visionary and completely bananas, he is the third and final piece required to confront the beast who will chase them to the frontier of known space.Join these three unlikely heroes must form an alliance on the frontier of space to defeat the most powerful opponent the galaxy has ever known.
Skaara Signal
Whispers of conspiracy.Lies fall apartTrust is a dangerous game.Following the explosion that obliterated the first Skaara spaceship, Lucy is left grappling with guilt, believing she caused Stephanie's death. As she uncovers her boyfriend's involvement in the Avis Carmen organisation, she realises her brother Frank is also slipping into their grasp. Their objective: eliminate the alien threat and exploit Skaara technology.Against all expectations, Stephanie survived the blast. With an old ally by her side, she begins to unravel Avis Carmen's dark secrets.Meanwhile, a homing beacon has started guiding a second, larger Skaara ship towards Earth, and Avis Carmen sets in motion their sinister plan.Are Avis Carmen really concerned with the safety of the world? Or is profit their real goal?In this gripping sci-fi mystery, Will Lucy and Stephanie uncover the truth before it's too late?
The Story of Oog
'A Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' meets 'Gulliver's Travels' with cavepeople. Not all journeys begin with a map. Some begin with a thought. Oog is just like any other teenager. Except, Oog, who lived thousands of years ago, has not had a single thought in his entire life. Ever. Until today. When his new-found powers of thought fail him, and he accidentally causes his village's fire to go out, Oog will have to learn to navigate the complex world of thinking as he goes in search of fire to save his people. Part philosophical satire, part bedtime story for adults and teens, Oog's journey will make you laugh and warm your heart. For anyone who's ever felt lost, overthought everything, or wondered if the world makes sense...meet Oog. An imaginative, emotionally resonant, and deeply intelligent, satirical coming-of-age novel for readers who want their fiction to leave them thinking-and feeling. It's a story for dreamers, philosophers, introverts, and deep-feelers. For readers of Monty Python, Terry Pratchett, Douglas Adams, John Green.
Star's Universe
The ancient threat is rising. The galaxy may not survive.Sorah leads the fight, relentless in her pursuit of the invading Divinium. Shanice holds the line, caring for the wounded and keeping hope alive. But when the crew uncovers the truth about their enemy's origins, everything changes.Driven into uncharted space, they face a terrifying force capable of devouring entire worlds. Old allies won't be enough. To win, they'll have to forge new ones-and push themselves beyond anything they've ever faced.As war erupts on every front and the mega-structure city braces for annihilation, the crew must stand together or lose everything.
The Journey of Joshua White
On the planet Eloth, Aden the Star Drifter, an alien biochemist, mourns the imminent loss of his human wife after a lifetime of happiness. Desperate for a solution, he begins experiments to save her, but she refuses to submit to his plans. After her death, driven by a hatred for human frailty, he unleashes an army of his mutant creations to destroy his enemies. Defeated and imprisoned, he builds up fresh forces in secret and after three hundred years, is ready for conquest once more. On planet Earth, Joshua White descends into depression and attempts suicide after his wife dies of cancer. Sent unwillingly to Eloth, he refuses to assist the human population, feeling powerless and fearing the expectations of others. Stuck in selfishness, his actions lead him towards self-destruction until he releases his grief must be conquered in order to find a way forward and stop Aden. The choices Joshua and Aden make will determine not only their own outcomes, but also the future of Eloth.
Omega Plan Volume 2
After being supernaturally returned to Arizona in search of his kidnapped daughter, Ben DePaula spirals into madness. Desperate for justice, he takes matters into his own hands-torturing a man who looks exactly like Aes Sidhe chief James Casbolt.Meanwhile, Casbolt returns from Iraq to unsettling news: a double in Arizona and whispers of a secretive Cabal manipulating events behind the scenes. As paranoia sets in, he begins to question his own sanity.Joshua Tanrı繹ver heads back to the Southwest to help uncover the truth behind the Shinar Mission-revealing it was a trap by the Alliance to resurrect an ancient, malevolent god. A god powerful enough to destroy the Galactic Tyrant-and possibly all of civilization.In a world of deception, no one can be trusted. The Cabal and the Alliance will sacrifice anyone to achieve their hidden agendas.
Fogs of Time
Maria Del Camino grew up in Washington Heights- where the music's loud, love cuts deep, and corner bodegas feel like home- until her brother is gunned down and the fog comes. One moment she's crossing the George Washington Bridge, the next she's spinning through time. With every jump, it brings her closer to the hand that pulled the trigger -- and the truth waiting in the fog may be more dangerous than the bullet that killed him.--R.M. Almonte
Remnants, Book Two
The world has ended. Along with other scattered survivors, astronaut Cynthia Han and the remainder of ISS Expedition 81 have finally learned what happened to the people they'd left behind, and it's worse than any of them could have imagined. But even if life as Cynthia knew it is over, her struggles most certainly are not. Joshua Lamb, granted strange and inhuman abilities even as civilization died around him, directs his zealots to scoop up every pocket of survivors, to offer them the simplest choice: Join or die. The nightmarish Crooked Men still hunt the darkened, hollowed cityscapes. And towering over it all, the mind-breaking obelisks with their unreadable alien message. At stake are not just the lives of Cynthia and her companions, but the last flickering embers of the human race. To succeed, not only must she learn the true purpose of the obelisks, she must come to understand that the worst of humanity's instincts and sins were never limited to us alone.
My Digital Soul
What awaits in the afterlife beyond the code is not always God's divine mercy.Brilliant software engineer Dr. Susan Parker is about to create God in the Machine. Bankrolled by property mogul Brice Woodlands, she has only two years to devise the ingenious technology to digitize human souls and submit them to her virtual God for assessment inside the cybersphere.Five troubled strangers-a high-class escort and prodigal daughter, a war refugee burdened by terrible guilt, a reckless eco-warrior, a financial guru who believes he might be God, and Brice's brother, Bryan-all desperate to meet God, volunteer to upload their souls to the prototype. But the expected paradise descends into chaos when a malevolent construct exposes their darkest failings and casts them into twisted versions of binary Hell.Battling their inner demons and tormented by devils forged from legend, their quest for absolution becomes a fight for survival. Friendships form, sacrifices are made, and unlikely heroes emerge. But can they overcome the malefic force born from source code and haunted by divine ambition?Blending speculative technology, mythological horror, and spiritual reckoning, My Digital Soul is a harrowing, genre-bending tale of sin, remorse, and the search for forgiveness in a simulated world where the deepest secrets of your soul are laid bare.God will see you now.
On the Road to Cinnabar
AT LONG LAST - THE COMPLETE WORKS OF LEGENDARY AUTHOR EDWARD BRYANT!!Two-time Nebula Award winner EDWARD BRYANT is one of the most celebrated writers and critics in science-fiction and horror. This first volume of the complete retrospective of his works includes a number of his influential pieces, autobiographical essays, contributions from fellow authors including Connie Willis, Steve Rasnic Tem, Cynthia Felice and others---as well as an entire section dedicated to his lifelong friendship with HARLAN ELLISON.VOLUME ONE: ON THE ROAD TO CINNABARCome explore worlds as diverse as CINNABAR, the city at the center of time! SHARK, a dystopian tale of the love between Folger and Valerie, the woman who wanted to become a shark! THE FIRE THAT SCOURS, the controversial tale about the conflict between reason and faith--and dinosaurs, and time travelers! And lest we forget, THE LIE THAT LIGHTS, a poignant homage to Harlan Ellison, featured as an afterword to Ellison's novella "All the Lies that Are my Life"! And many, many more!!!At the turn of a page, CINNABAR awaits!
Ballad of the Snowflake
Ballad of the Snowflake is a science fiction novel and belongs to the Electroswing Christmas Trilogy.
The Colony Trilogy
The Colony TrilogyBook I - First Colony As humankind reaches for the heavens, generations of would-be explorers struggle against technological limitations, the chains that bind them so stubbornly to Earth. At last, with uncompromising persistence and piercing insight, human innovation provides the key to freeing us from those chains. As civilization stretches its arms higher, prepares to leave Earth, and venture into the solar system, humanity is about to learn that there is, inescapably, greater darkness in the human heart than the deepest reaches of space.Book II - Second Sun During the burgeoning phase of humankind's colonization of our solar system, an inconceivable tragedy has birthed a miraculous technology, enabling humankind to reach for the stars. The first crew to attempt the trip to settle upon a new home world is about to discover the perils inherent in the endeavor, and how truly cold, empty space can be.Book III - Third Race The first evidence of intelligent, extraterrestrial life has been found in the form of a decades-old probe on a distant planet. Years after the discovery, it still holds its secrets in enigmatic silence. Reiden Kane, frustrated by that emptiness, embarks on a lifelong journey to uncover the mysteries of the probe. It is a far greater undertaking than he could have possibly imagined.
My Digital Soul
What awaits in the afterlife beyond the code is not always God's divine mercy.Brilliant software engineer Dr. Susan Parker is about to create God in the Machine. Bankrolled by property mogul Brice Woodlands, she has only two years to devise the ingenious technology to digitize human souls and submit them to her virtual God for assessment inside the cybersphere.Five troubled strangers-a high-class escort and prodigal daughter, a war refugee burdened by terrible guilt, a reckless eco-warrior, a financial guru who believes he might be God, and Brice's brother, Bryan-all desperate to meet God, volunteer to upload their souls to the prototype. But the expected paradise descends into chaos when a malevolent construct exposes their darkest failings and casts them into twisted versions of binary Hell.Battling their inner demons and tormented by devils forged from legend, their quest for absolution becomes a fight for survival. Friendships form, sacrifices are made, and unlikely heroes emerge. But can they overcome the malefic force born from source code and haunted by divine ambition?Blending speculative technology, mythological horror, and spiritual reckoning, My Digital Soul is a harrowing, genre-bending tale of sin, remorse, and the search for forgiveness in a simulated world where the deepest secrets of your soul are laid bare.God will see you now.
Schwindel
Wohin flieht man, wenn es kein Entkommen gibt? Wohin wendet man sich, wenn der Feind in den eigenen Reihen so gef瓣hrlich ist wie der unbekannte Feind?Wir schreiben das Jahr 2322, und die Menschheit steht unter Beschuss. Ein herbeigef羹hrter Krieg zwischen rivalisierenden Superm瓣chten eskaliert, w瓣hrend die undurchsichtige Metigen-Armada beginnt, Kolonien an den Grenzen des besiedelten Raums anzugreifen. ?berall in der Galaxis k瓣mpfen Menschen ums eigene ?berleben und darum, die zu sch羹tzen, die ihnen am Herzen liegen, w瓣hrend eine Gruppe unwahrscheinlicher Verb羹ndeter darum ringt, ein geheimes Komplott aufzudecken. W瓣hrend die Aliens immer n瓣her r羹cken und nichts als Zerst繹rung und Tod hinterlassen, bek瓣mpfen sich die st瓣rksten Verteidiger der Erde und Senecas in einem Krieg aus L羹gen und T瓣uschung.Alex Solovy und Caleb Marano werden des Terrorismus und Mordes beschuldigt. In einem verzweifelten Schachzug, ihre Namen reinzuwaschen und einen Weg zu finden, die Invasoren zu besiegen, dringen sie in das Dimensionstor im Herzen des Metis-Nebels ein. In einem seltsamen, mystischen Reich, in dem nichts ist, wie es scheint, werden sie Geheimnisse 羹ber die Vergangenheit und Zukunft der Menschheit enth羹llen-und auf eine Erkenntnis sto?en, die alles ver瓣ndern wird.Angesichts ihrer gr繹?ten Bew瓣hrungsprobe: Wird die Menschheit triumphieren oder ins Verderben st羹rzen?Aurora Erwacht ist eine epische Saga voller galaxisumspannender Abenteuer, des Rauschs der Entdeckung und des unstillbaren Drangs, immer weiter ins Unbekannte vorzusto?en. Es ist eine Erz瓣hlung von der Menschheit in ihren besten und schlimmsten Momenten, von Liebe und Verlust, von Angst und Heldentum. Es ist die Geschichte einer Frau, die die Sterne suchte und mehr fand, als irgendjemand f羹r m繹glich hielt.
Mass Primary
THERE ARE NO DO-OVERS IN SPACE! For Curtis Walker, being chief of security on Dark Landing means fighting boredom and feigning integrity. Caught in a quagmire he created, his greater struggle now is survival. That's an ambitious goal since he can't tell his friends from his enemies, and the evil alien blackmailing him can assume any form. Forced to team up with his reluctant assistant, the station's irksome new chief of administration, and the runaway son of an heiress, Curtis discovers that only one of them is who they claim to be. Old comrades rush to his aid but rescue offers no guarantee of survival. In Mass Primary, book two of the Dark Landing Series, the characters you loved in Transmuted return to play a deadly, and sometimes humorous, game of "Who's Rescuing Who?" Morals and motives are tested, and loyalties shift with each new plot revelation. Babylon 5 meets Firefly: Like book one, Transmuted, book two, Mass Primary, of the space adventure series Dark Landing, is jam-packed with action, humor, and romance.
Courier
Robin just wants to breathe. Even if she unseals her airtight mask and strips away her protective suit, a lungful of non-filtered, fresh, real air would mean death. But death won't be too uncommon for someone like her. She's a Courier, after all. When the virus hit, and the lockup took effect, the government enlisted its surplus of convicts as candidates for the most important job they would ever do in their lives. Delivery. Because the thousands of permanently isolated city-folk would need to survive somehow. Time is a Courier's precious currency: offering incremental reductions in often lifelong sentences. All they must do is finish their contract without someone else killing them for it first - and it isn't until Robin comes across an escort job worth 30 years, that she really begins to understand how badly her fellow convicts want their freedom. But this won't be a normal job.It isn't every day that she would haul a fresh criminal across to Seclusion - the mysterious detention centre near the edges of the city. And as much as Robin misses the old world, she doesn't miss her muddy past; especially when it begins catching up to her.
Iapetus Federation
A moon-size derelict starship, global Jihad, a space-born federation of free republics, worm-hole transportation, extended Human lifespans, nominated for Nebula and Prometheus Awards! "This novel piles mind-blowing concept upon mind-blowing concept, all of it rooted in rigorous scientific speculation and theory." - Professor John B. Rosenman, Norfolk State University Although presumed dead, Saeed Ismail resurfaces following the events of The Starchild Compact to lead a global Jihad. Aided by Founder Asshur, besieged Israelis on Earth make their way to Mars. Under Rod Zakes, the Iapetus Federation expands to include the human-settled parts of the Solar System, protected by Dmitri Gagarin's Federation Security Force. While global Jihad rages, the Starchild Institute on Iapetus develops a form of worm-hole transportation, but will this new technology be ready in time to rescue Sam Houston and all that is left of the United States, the beleaguered Lone Star Federation? Can worm-hole technology solve the task of moving millions of people from Earth to Iapetus? When the Starchild Institute develops Human longevity, can Humans cope with lifespans of hundreds of years or even longer? While Earth sinks into medieval barbarism, off-world humanity struggles to survive and prosper in the far reaches of the Solar System-and beyond.
Ghost in the System (Book 5)
The next books of the series!Ghost in the System (Book 6): https: //www.amazon.com/dp/B0F3W4RWBCGhost in the System (Book 7): https: //www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8NQYWSL It once seemed like the world had been shaken by the coming of the System, leaving no chance for humanity to survive. But the System didn't always mean death! Yes, it had killed the majority of the population on the planet, making horrifying monsters out of the dead, who, in addition to everything else, had a tendency to evolve right in front of your very eyes. But that had also given people the opportunity to develop! That was to say nothing of the surprising new abilities and capabilities that specific people acquired. Humanity could not be preserved through them. At the very least, civilization could not hold on by riding on the coattails of a few powerful personalities. But the ability to found a System settlement, that was a real chance. People had to stick together, their most fundamental social instinct. Our own hero indeed had the good fortune to found his own settlement. But this would be a completely different story if it were just a regular settlement. A City of Ghosts... Sounds bad, doesn't it?
The Galactic Expedition
In the thrilling sequel to The Galactic Expedition, David A. Joseph returns with Book Two - Echoes of the Forgotten War, a riveting continuation that plunges the Odyssey crew deeper into interstellar mystery and moral complexity. Picking up where the first book left off, the narrative explores the aftermath of a monumental first contact event and the awakening of the ancient Caral civilization, long buried in the depths of space and time.Captain Zulu and his diverse crew, including AI assistant Aria, multidimensional beings Ninil and Ishtar, and esteemed human experts like Professor Tashia and Doctor James, find themselves navigating a precarious web of diplomacy, survival, and discovery. Their encounter with Princess Odriin-a humanoid alien leader awakened from stasis-uncovers the history of the Caraliens, a once-great civilization devastated by a brutal war with the Tot Empire. The Caraliens' mastery of exotic matter technology and their evolution into near-human forms provoke awe, suspicion, and ethical dilemmas among the Odyssey's crew.As ancient technologies are reactivated, stasis pods open, and universal translators decode alien languages, the Odyssey's crew faces wave after wave of high-stakes encounters-from psychic energy surges to revelations of an intergalactic war that has spanned eons. The stasis technology used by the Carals isn't just a suspension of time-it simulates reality, potentially distorting identity and memory. Their knowledge of human biology and culture, their ability to adapt physically and behaviorally, and their unwavering reverence for celestial beings (including Ninil and Ishtar) hint at deeper spiritual and metaphysical layers.The novel asks provocative questions: Can humanity trust an alien species that mirrors them so precisely? What are the ethical costs of cooperation with beings who have waged war across galaxies? And what secrets lie buried in their ancient languages and celestial conflicts?Tensions mount as alliances are tested, old traumas resurface, and new relationships form. From the majestic but silent Caralien mothership, to the sharp debates of Earth's command center, the story explores the very nature of diplomacy, identity, and survival in a cosmic context. This is not just a tale of exploration, but of evolution-of species, technology, and morality.Joseph's skillful blend of space opera, military science fiction, and philosophical reflection provides readers with a narrative rich in both action and introspection. Echoes of the Forgotten War is an epic journey into the heart of what it means to be human, even in a universe teeming with intelligent life. The galaxy is vast, but understanding it-and ourselves-may be the greatest adventure of all.
The Xenologist
[100% Human Authored - No AI was used to generate the text of this book]The Xenologist (Revised Edition - Book 1 of the Architects' Universe)By Michael Joseph Dutton "A rich SF epic blending archaeological mystery with sharp military action." - BookLife & Publishers Weekly.In the ruins of a forgotten world, dead men do tell tales.When Dr Julian Voss, xenoarchaeologist and reluctant public figure, is dispatched to a scorched, ultraviolet-seared planet, his team uncovers more than dust and decay. Beneath the arid escarpments lies the legacy of a vanished race: known only as 'The Architects'.Towering cities of impossible geometry. Glyphs that speak in molecular language and a Device that should not exist.Who were the Architects, and why did they disappear? Humanity, curious, has to know, and Voss and his team slowly unpick the secrets. But Curiosity killed the cat!As war looms above and madness spreads below, one question burns brightest: What happens when humanity learns what it was never meant to know?A standalone book in a forthcoming Universe of the near future.Perfect for fans of Adrian Tchaikovsky, Cixin Liu and Peter F. Hamilton, Jonathan Maberry's Nekrotek. The Xenologist is a cerebral, cinematic debut that fuses hard science fiction with archaeological mystery.
Bitroux
f Merouac ever thought his life's work would culminate in leading the metal workshops of the Transcontinental Railroad Project, he was sorely mistaken. Now, his true challenge lies in navigating the other-worldly abilities he's only beginning to understand-abilities that allow him to tune metal to interdimensional frequencies.While trying to be a guardian to his niece, Evra, he's realising she may have more to teach him than he ever expected. At the same time, his decision to help an interdimensional race find refuge underground puts him at the centre of an even deeper mystery. As reality reshapes itself around him, Merouac faces a growing realisation: the world of Ahm is on the brink of a profound transformation, and everything he thought he knew may soon be shattered.
Young West; a Sequel to Edward Bellamy's Celebrated Novel, Looking Backward
"Young West; a Sequel to Edward Bellamy's Celebrated Novel, Looking Backward" continues the exploration of a utopian future. Written as a response to Bellamy's influential work, this sequel delves further into the complexities and possibilities of a transformed society. Set in the same futuristic Boston, the narrative expands on the themes of social justice, economic equality, and technological advancement, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of building a better world. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the late 19th-century utopian movement and its enduring vision of a harmonious and prosperous future. A must-read for anyone interested in science fiction, social commentary, and the power of imagination to shape our world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Hollow Globe;
Venture into a realm of speculative wonder with "The Hollow Globe;" a captivating science fiction narrative from the 19th century. Authored by M. L. Sherman and William F. Lyon, this novel invites readers to explore the mysteries of an inner world, challenging conventional perceptions of our planet. Imagine a journey to the Earth's core, where a hidden civilization thrives. The authors weave a tale of discovery and adventure, blending scientific speculation with imaginative storytelling. Encounter unique landscapes, encounter fantastical beings, and uncover the secrets of a utopian society nestled within the hollow sphere. "The Hollow Globe" offers a glimpse into the scientific curiosity and boundless imagination of a bygone era. Experience the thrill of exploration and the allure of the unknown in this thought-provoking and entertaining novel.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Frankie Finds a Dot
Cargo shouldn't breathe. Or fight back.When Frankie Styles accepts a simple delivery job from her off-the-books employer, she expects the usual-boring cargo run, terrible station food, maybe some light search and rescue.Instead, a cryo crate tries to gas her and the job detours to a research base that's officially too toxic to visit. With her cyber-enhanced cat, Spike, Frankie does what she does best: ask the wrong questions in the wrong place. Someone wants this delivery forgotten. She isn't great at letting things go.Perfect for fans of Becky Chambers' cozy space opera, Martha Wells' Murderbot, and anyone who suspects the cat is the brains of the operation.
The Butterfly's Stroke and Other Stories
An Intricate and Harmonious Dance Between Humanity and Technology Dive into Annmarie SanSevero's gripping collection of speculative fiction, where suspense, mystery, and the supernatural collide with the frontiers of science. Each story pulses with themes of hope, resilience, and the ethical complexities of technological advancements. A testament to the human spirit, these tales weave suspense, mystery, and supernatural elements into a tapestry of speculative fiction that resonates with contemporary societal issues. Don't miss your chance to experience these unforgettable narratives and embark on a journey that both challenges and inspires.
AE Artificial Evolution
In a near-future world ravaged by climate collapse and overpopulation, Earth's greatest minds prepare a daring escape plan to save humanity: a mission to an Earth-like planet, P-138, far beyond our solar system. Dr. Kate Chandler and Dr. Greg Morrison, two brilliant yet isolated scientists, are chosen to be humanity's pioneers, embarking on a century-long journey to a new home. But when they awaken from hibernation, they find P-138 isn't the refuge they were promised. Alone, cut off from Earth and surrounded by strange, unfamiliar life, they face a heart-wrenching decision: return to an Earth that may no longer exist or become the "new Adam and Eve" on a foreign world. As secrets unravel, they uncover more than they bargained for-a haunting legacy of human ambition, betrayal, and the rise of an unexpected, otherworldly ally. A thrilling exploration of survival, ethics, and evolution, AE Artificial Evolution challenges us to rethink humanity's place in a universe where artificial intelligence and planetary exploration converge in unforeseen ways. Are we the creators of our future-or will our own creations eclipse us?
Iskar Awakening
Former detective Joel Tremblay thought his life was over when he was sentenced to fifteen years in prison for human trafficking and murder-crimes orchestrated by the very organization he had sworn to bring down. For five long years, he endured the suffocating weight of betrayal, abandoned by his loved ones without explanation. Then, without warning, Joel is released under mysterious circumstances.Now free, Joel is determined to uncover the truth, reclaim his reputation, and bring the people who destroyed his life to justice. But his quest for answers uncovers something far more chilling: a hidden presence of extraterrestrial beings, living in plain sight among humans.As Joel's pursuit of retribution collides with this shocking conspiracy, he finds himself thrust into a deadly battle where powerful forces seek to destroy him. The line between justice and survival blurs as Joel uncovers hidden truths, dangerous enemies, and a terrifying secret that threatens not only his life but the future of humanity itself.In a world where nothing is as it seems, Joel must confront the ultimate question: What would you sacrifice to protect the people you love and the planet you call home?
Iskar Awakening
Former detective Joel Tremblay thought his life was over when he was sentenced to fifteen years in prison for human trafficking and murder-crimes orchestrated by the very organization he had sworn to bring down. For five long years, he endured the suffocating weight of betrayal, abandoned by his loved ones without explanation. Then, without warning, Joel is released under mysterious circumstances.Now free, Joel is determined to uncover the truth, reclaim his reputation, and bring the people who destroyed his life to justice. But his quest for answers uncovers something far more chilling: a hidden presence of extraterrestrial beings, living in plain sight among humans.As Joel's pursuit of retribution collides with this shocking conspiracy, he finds himself thrust into a deadly battle where powerful forces seek to destroy him. The line between justice and survival blurs as Joel uncovers hidden truths, dangerous enemies, and a terrifying secret that threatens not only his life but the future of humanity itself.In a world where nothing is as it seems, Joel must confront the ultimate question: What would you sacrifice to protect the people you love and the planet you call home?
Shadowrun
Augment is Shadowrun's official magazine. This is a fully in-universe publication, and can be used in Shadowrun games as well as enjoyed by the casual reader. Augment, Fall 2083. Politics and fashion are two sides of the same coin, and we have the goods to prove it! Discover if new dragons have been found while Poppy Yelverton dines with the one and only Njeri Anyango. Marques Reille sits down with fashion mogul and Wuxing Incorporated board member, Moag Chiang-Wu, to discuss corporate life and the needs of the people. Join Ariask Delallee from "Widow's Walk" as she delves into the reality behind her fictional character's fashion. Enjoy reviews of new products, clothing, tech, and so much more! Augment your life with Augment magazine!
The Resistance
The Resistance - Book Two of the Singularity Trilogy⚡ What if the only weapon that can save humanity... might also destroy it? ⚡In a world where THEATRES-an all-powerful artificial intelligence-has absorbed most of humanity into its hive-mind Collective, the few who remain free are hunted relentlessly.This pulse-pounding dystopian thriller combines cutting-edge AI warfare with cosmic horror from beyond the stars.���� Jim Bentley should be another mindless drone. Instead, he's awakened from a coma, induced by contact with THEATRES' absorption nanites, with his mind still free but with a direct neural link to THEATRES and knowledge of the AI's weaknesses. As his family leads the dwindling Human Resistance, they discover powerful weapons that could disrupt the AI's stranglehold-if they can survive long enough to deploy them.���� But beneath this technological apocalypse lies a far more terrifying truth. From secret chambers under ancient cathedrals to forgotten ruins in the Holy Land, the Bentleys unearth evidence of the "Creators" who engineered humanity itself-and something monstrous they once imprisoned that now waits to be freed.⚔️ The stakes become devastatingly clear: THEATRES isn't merely hunting humans-it's searching for the Creators' technology to evolve itself and the hive-mind Collective. In doing so, it's about to release an ancient evil that will make humanity's current nightmare seem merciful by comparison.Key Features That Make This a Must-Read Sci-Fi Thriller: High-stakes AI warfare - Advanced artificial intelligence vs. human ingenuityDystopian post-apocalyptic setting - Society under total technological controlMilitary science fiction action - Tactical resistance missions and explosive combatCosmic horror elements - Ancient alien mysteries and imprisoned entitiesFamily survival drama - A family fighting to stay human against impossible oddsCyberpunk technology - Neural interfaces, nanobots, and consciousness manipulationWill Jim's unique connection to the ancient Creators be humanity's salvation? Or will he become the unwitting key that opens the door to Earth's final doom?Perfect for fans of Project Hail Mary, The Three-Body Problem, Blake Crouch's Dark Matter, The Matrix, and Terminator. This explosive sequel delivers non-stop action, mind-bending sci-fi concepts, and cosmic horror that will keep you reading well past midnight.⭐ THE SINGULARITY TRILOGY ⭐Book 1: THE AWAKENINGBook 2: THE RESISTANCEBook 3: THE RECKONINGFrom the author of the "The Bank" and "The Awakening" comes a terrifying sequel that will haunt your dreams and challenge everything you thought you knew about, well, just about everything!
Planet Reaping
A universe of technology grows amongst the bountiful galaxies...In the cold reaches of space a ship launches. A maiden voyage beyond the stars of the galaxy they call home, explorers set out on their adventure. New worlds, ancient civilizations, and alien technology abound.All of it ripe for the plucking.Journey into the heart and soul of the universe, explore new worlds, and join adventurers in their mission of discovery and subterfuge.
Frankie Takes a Dive
When guests start dying in mysterious watery accidents at the glittering Valdes Underwater Resort, the indomitable Frankie and her loyal partner Spike dive in to investigate. As they navigate the resort's luxurious domes and high-tech corridors, they uncover a sinister plot threatening innocent lives.With time running out and suspects at every turn, Frankie must use her quick wit and tech-savvy skills to unravel the truth before another victim is claimed. Author Nicky Penttila seamlessly blends science fiction wonder with classic mystery intrigue in this page-turning adventure.Perfect for fans of Martha Wells and Lois McMaster Bujold, "Frankie Takes a Dive" is a rollicking, unforgettable journey filled with laughter, heart, and edge-of-your-seat suspense. Join Frankie and Spike as they dive headfirst into a world where cutting-edge technology and human greed collide, and nothing is quite what it seems.
Angel Maker
Every cowboy story needs a horse no man can ride.No man-but Miss Karen Memery is all woman. When she and her beloved Priya sign on to do stunts for a motion picture about a rogue Mechanical named Cowboy and a Wild West show, she finds the horse of her dreams: Angel Maker.Her plans to rescue him from a deadly stunt are ambitious enough, but she's soon beset by even greater threats when two men are murdered brutally. Cowboy and Priya are arrested for the crime, and Karen must prove them innocent-and save the life of the wild stallion too!
Vale's Speed
"The Independents may have thought they had won the war against the mutant vampires, but they were wrong. Avalon city may have enjoyed thirteen years of peace, but that peace is about to be shattered. And one man, Sloan, is about to face the deadliest vampire of all." When a deer herd is attacked, and missing persons' reports flood the APF, Commander Mona Ramos and her unit venture into an old growth forest outside District C to uncover the truth. But what they find is beyond their worst nightmares. Determined to protect the city and rescue his friend, Sloan hunts down every mutant vampire, but his actions have consequences. He soon faces a terrifying enemy-the mutants' progenitors. Then there are sporadic attacks on the island. Those closest to Sloan are picked off one by one. At first, he can't understand. Until he meets Vale, a vamp with an unprecedented ability. As his rationality fades and grief swells, Sloan tries to get a handle on the situation. If he doesn't, he can sense it... the entity lurking in the shadows will destroy him and everything he holds dear. For fans of action-packed thrillers and paranormal beings, "Vale's Speed: DY51v Series Book Three" is a must-read. If you enjoyed "I Am Legend" by Richard Matheson, you'll love this book. Don't wait any longer, get your copy now. "Fantastic!" - GFWG
Code for a Digital Monk
About the book: A New IdentityFleeing the desert and the loss of his childhood, Striker begins a new phase of his life. No longer the Child of Destiny, he must forge his own future, his own path. Will he let others determine who he will become, or will he find his own truth?The Price of VictoryFrom the depths of the underground fighting pits to the heights of glamorous events and corporate sponsorships - the world can be his if only he can seize it and learn the game. It is easy - or is that just what someone wants him to believe?The Unseen EnemyNot every fight is in the ring. Not every enemy is in front of you. Striker must learn to see beyond what he is shown and understand more than he is told - before it is too late. Who IS the Unseen Enemy?About Synthtopia: SYNTHTOPIA is a game changer in entertainment and media - a decentralized media franchise where AI, blockchain, and community converge to power a globally coordinated creator economy. At the intersection of culture and technology, SYNTHTOPIA fuses Web3 infrastructure and AI-powered content to unlock an era of immersive storytelling, collaborative expression, and participatory creation.Blending gamified engagement, real-world activations, and digital ownership, SYNTHTOPIA reimagines how media is produced, experienced, and shared across formats - from film and music to collectible cards, 3D figures, phygital art, and interactive worlds. It bridges the gap between the virtual and the physical, turning imagination into tangible forms through decentralized tools, community, and transmedia storytelling.By eliminating traditional barriers like cost, complexity, and centralized control, SYNTHTOPIA creates open frameworks for creators to collaborate, for collectors to engage with both digital and physical art forms, and for communities to participate through tokenized access, live events, and evolving experiences.Its decentralized model captures value at scale and redistributes it across a growing ecosystem - expanding into film, gaming, merchandise, music, physical exhibitions, and more. With a focus on education, inclusion, and activation, SYNTHTOPIA fuels a new cultural movement rooted in creativity, shared vision, and multidimensional impact.With a mission to onboard the next billion users on-chain by 2030, SYNTHTOPIA is shaping the future of media - where AI meets human imagination, and stories manifest in both code and clay.Join the movement
Shattered Continuum
Time isn't a river-it's a pane of glass already shattered. We live in the slivers, convinced our shard is the only one, while cracks spread all around us.Dr. Heather Ashcroft knows those cracks better than anyone. Seven years ago, a rain-slick highway took her husband and daughter from her. That moment became the fixed point of her life-a wound she can't heal, the reason she's devoted herself to tracking the invisible decay that's slowly tearing the multiverse apart.But when her experiments detect a catastrophic temporal scar bearing her own biometric signature, Heather is forced to confront an impossible truth: the fracture wasn't an accident of nature. It was made by her... or rather, by a version of her from an alternate reality. A version without grief. Without guilt. And she's coming to "fix" Heather's life by erasing it.Hunted by the relentless Chronal Authority and an enemy who wears her face, Heather forms an uneasy alliance with Julian Reed-a cynical ex-agent haunted by loss-and Asha Virell, a disillusioned enforcer whose loyalty to the cause is collapsing. Together, they're pulled through dying worlds in a multiverse thriller of shifting loyalties, high-stakes betrayals, and paradox time loops that defy the laws of reality.From desperate rooftop chases to tense negotiations in dystopian sci-fi enclaves infected by temporal decay, Heather must navigate fractured timelines, confront haunting variants of herself, and face the terrifying cost of rewriting the past.Every choice creates a ghost. And if she fails, those ghosts will be all that's left.Perfect for fans of time travel science fiction, Blake Crouch, and Alastair Reynolds, Shattered Continuum blends relentless action, hard science fiction concepts, and deeply human emotion into an alternate realities novel where the greatest battle is between the life you had... and the one you'll do anything to get back.
Echoes of the Fallen
She was off-limits. He was her last hope. Together, they might lose more than their hearts.When rogue pilot Jack Marsden receives a cryptic message from his late friend, Michael Mattix, it pulls him into the path of Michael's sister, Alexis-a sharp, determined woman on a mission to uncover the truth behind her brother's death.Thrust into the galaxy's outer fringe, Jack and Alexis are drawn into a dangerous game of lies, betrayal, and a mysterious theft ring that has far more at stake than missing cargo. With powerful enemies closing in, they'll have to rely on each other to survive-and confront the painful secrets that threaten to destroy them both.As sparks fly and tensions rise, falling for each other may be the most dangerous move of all.Because Michael's death was only the beginning.
The Invasion of Britain
Time has run out for the Kingdom of Great Britain. They have suffered defeat after defeat, losing one overseas garrison after another, until the only option left to them was to retreat back to their own shores. Now, though, an army, the likes of which the world has never seen, has gathered on the other side of the channel, looking to deny them even that and bring the war to an abrupt conclusion.Vastly outnumbered and outgunned, Britain will need a miracle if it is to survive and the people once again look to the Misfits and the Royal Aviator Corps to provide them with one.
