Shaara of Westla
This series begins with ScholarShipBound. In Shaara of Westla, Shaarvan saves his wife from being a slave on Freinana, and carries her off to Westla, the artificial planet of the Shapechanger. There she is reunited with her son, Shaarac and with her lost memories. She begins training with the Priestess Tessa, and for a short time there is happiness, but war on Altar threatens, which leaves Shaara under the protectorship of four huge Warrior Shapechanger.One of them is supposed to be her temporary husband.
Shaara - Beginnings And Endings
Shaara, a young woman, stolen from a California college, finds herself immersed in a culture she often doesn't understand. Before her husband leaves to return to his home world to battle in a brewing war, Shaara is not only bonded to four Warrior Shapechanger, but given in marriage to one of them. Her new husband is called her Second, but Shaara is unsure what that means.Her guardians vow to keep her and her son safe, but to do so, the group finds that they must journey to an un-touched planet where they must construct a shelter and learn to live in the wilderness
Darkest Night
"The combination of great writing and an incredibly well researched scenario makes the Nuclear Dawn series frighteningly believable." -Christopher Artinian, author of the Safe Haven seriesThe end is near...are you ready?In the stunning conclusion to the Nuclear Dawn series, Logan and Dakota and their found family must prepare for the fight of their lives in order to defeat an enemy more powerful than they've ever faced.Not only are the lives of everyone they love on the line, so are the lives of tens of millions of innocent people. The future of America hangs precariously in the balance. The stakes couldn't be higher.Because another apocalypse is coming. One that is far worse than anything that has come before. And in a country devastated by nuclear fallout, only Dakota knows who is orchestrating the destruction-and how to stop it.But in this final war, the cost of victory may be too terrible to bear.Featuring edge-of-your-seat action and compelling, flawed characters, the acclaimed Nuclear Dawn survival series from USA Today bestselling author Kyla Stone explores what might happen if terrorists executed a nuclear attack on the United States, told from the perspectives of ordinary people determined to survive. Perfect for fans of The Walking Dead, SILO, The Last of Us, and Station Eleven.
Into the Fire
"Great story with unique characters and thorough research. I was pulled in from the first page." -Kate L. Mary, author of Broken WorldHow far will you go to save your family?Thirteen American cities devastated by nuclear bombs. Hundreds of thousands of dead and dying. A nation descending into chaos.After fleeing the radioactive ruins of Miami, Dakota and Logan finally reach their destination--a cabin deep in the Everglades, surrounded by miles of sawgrass rivers, cypress forests, and gator-infested swampland.It was supposed to be safe. It's not.Now, Dakota must work together with Logan to save the place that was supposed to save them. It's not only their home, it's their future. And their only hope.But the Shepherds aren't the only threat. Something much larger and more insidious lurks, waiting and watching, preparing to destroy America for good.Kyla Stone is the USA Today bestselling author of twenty-seven novels with over two million copies sold worldwide in several languages. The Nuclear Dawn series is a riveting apocalyptic survival thriller exploring a near future where terrorists successfully execute a nuclear attack on American soil. With compelling characters, nail-biting suspense, and ripped-from-the-headlines twists, this series is perfect for fans of SILO, Ashfall, The Last of Us, and The Walking Dead.
From the Ashes
"A tense and beautifully crafted apocalyptic thriller that had me hooked from the first chapter." -Christopher Artinian, author of the Safe Haven seriesIf the radiation doesn't kill you, the survivors will.In a matter of seconds, multiple American cities are devastated by nuclear bombs. Millions flee the destruction as the lethal fallout descended.Entire cities are hot zones. The nation's supply chain is crippled. Hundreds of thousands of citizens are homeless, hungry, and growing more desperate with every passing hour.While the government scrambles to respond to the worst humanitarian crisis the United States has ever seen, Dakota and Logan remain trapped in Miami. They fled the hot zone, but the insidious radiation can't be escaped. It's already inside them.Their only chance to survive is to reach the nearest emergency hospital at the Miami airport, but deadly foes are determined to stop them. And in the background, unnoticed, a formidable enemy rears its head.Kyla Stone is the USA Today bestselling author of twenty-seven novels with over two million copies sold worldwide in several languages. The Nuclear Dawn series is a riveting apocalyptic survival thriller exploring a near future where terrorists successfully execute a nuclear attack on American soil. With compelling characters, nail-biting suspense, and ripped-from-the-headlines twists, this series is perfect for fans of SILO, Ashfall, The Last of Us, and The Walking Dead.
Can You Trust An Alien?
Kira, a twenty-year-old transline worker, directs spaceships in transit to Earth. An alien captain, from a planet whose citizens are so secretive no pictures of them exist, starts getting friendly. The two talk through the transline, holding long conversations. Kira admires his thoughts, but wishes she knew what he looked like. Although she's never seen him, she's falling in love.
Shaara the Priestess
After Shaarvan rejects her, Shaara goes to the artificial planet of Westla for Priestess training. But when Shaara, her sons and the Bondmates arrive in Westla, Shaara finds that she must first pass the Priestess test and then learn to deal with the jealousy and resentment of the other Priestesses who say she is too young and too pretty to join their ranks. Although Thenos is dead, Shaara and her sons are still being stalked, and the war in Altar seems un-ending. Will she ever get to return to Altar and will Shaarvan accept her back as his wife?
Keeping The Balance
After the Big Bang, when the universe expanded, three planets were formed unusually close together in a triangle formation billions of years later.The three planets were called Planet Sahar, Planet Caldera, and Planet Earth.Planet Earth has two possible fates.It could follow the path of destruction similar to the Planet of Caldera, completely destroyed by man through pollution, war, and total disregard for their planet.Or it could prosper like the well-respected Planet of Sahar-a beautiful Paradise.Follow the exhilarating story of the planet's inhabitants, whose lives are strangely intertwined.
Shaara - Beginnings And Endings
Shaara, a young woman, stolen from a California college, finds herself immersed in a culture she often doesn't understand. Before her husband leaves to return to his home world to battle in a brewing war, Shaara is not only bonded to four Warrior Shapechanger, but given in marriage to one of them. Her new husband is called her Second, but Shaara is unsure what that means.Her guardians vow to keep her and her son safe, but to do so, the group finds that they must journey to an un-touched planet where they must construct a shelter and learn to live in the wilderness
Shaara the Priestess
After Shaarvan rejects her, Shaara goes to the artificial planet of Westla for Priestess training. But when Shaara, her sons and the Bondmates arrive in Westla, Shaara finds that she must first pass the Priestess test and then learn to deal with the jealousy and resentment of the other Priestesses who say she is too young and too pretty to join their ranks. Although Thenos is dead, Shaara and her sons are still being stalked, and the war in Altar seems un-ending. Will she ever get to return to Altar and will Shaarvan accept her back as his wife?
No Longer Shaara of Shaarvan
Shaara and her Shapechanger guardians have built a life on a planet far from others, but when Thenos, the leader of the Commoners on the planet, Altar, searches for Shaara, the group must once again flee. Shaarvan, leading the Shapechanger forces on Altar, wages war against his brother, the Emperor/King.The separation between Shaara and Shaarvan pains everyone, causing continual discord. Will there be no end to the trauma of this war and the suffering Thenos brings?
Shaara of Westla
This series begins with ScholarShipBound. In Shaara of Westla, Shaarvan saves his wife from being a slave on Freinana, and carries her off to Westla, the artificial planet of the Shapechanger. There she is reunited with her son, Shaarac and with her lost memories. She begins training with the Priestess Tessa, and for a short time there is happiness, but war on Altar threatens, which leaves Shaara under the protectorship of four huge Warrior Shapechanger.One of them is supposed to be her temporary husband.
A Time to Heal, A Time to Die
A new menace drives Scott and Amy Peterson, and friends, from the safety of their carefully-built log cabin. With an Ice-Age winter rapidly approaching, our time-travelers go south, hoping to find safety and a milder climate in the red-rock lowlands near the Virgin River. A mysterious nighttime visit convinces Grandpa Ben that new friend Will Sackett will play an essential role in bringing his lost grandchildren home. Uncertain of where it might lead, the teens' parents and Sheriff Bennett agree to go along. Days later, that commitment is challenged when the sheriff's daughter, Abigail, and Will disappear. Will's rescue mission is put on hold as he and Abigail join California-bound emigrants and Mormon settlers; distinct brands of pioneers bound by similar dreams and competing needs. Is this 1850's detour some kind of deadly mistake, or part of a higher plan? Back in the Ice Age, Roxanne and Little Bear are lost in a deadly snowstorm. An unexpected visit from an old canine friend helps Scott replace despair with peace. Will he be able to give the same when called upon? Join our travelers as they forge their final path of trial and trust, friendship and faith, healing and hope in A Time to Heal, A Time to Die.
58% Too Far
"Noordermeer's impressive debut is mind-expanding anthropological SF... This heady SF yarn satisfyingly explores a cave-full of human dilemmas and evolves surprisingly well." - KIRKUS REVIEWS_______________________________________________________________________They invited it in-without asking what it would replace.Seven years. Countless sacrifices. And now, anthropologist Zadie Thornton's doctoral work on how humanity might adapt to AI is already obsolete. With her PhD in jeopardy, she accepts her uncle's mysterious offer to glimpse AI's future, expecting a top-secret research facility. Instead, she wakes up on another planet.Mushēski is home to the Anunnaki, descendants of ancient Sumerians who merged AI into their DNA five millennia ago. The result? Superhuman cognition... but at a cost. Their emotions have dulled. Their thoughts have grown uniform. They believed they'd reached the pinnacle of evolution, until a destabilizing disorder called Quantum Psychosis began stripping away the last traces of who they were. In pursuit of a solution, the Anunnaki have recreated extinct human species in vast biodomes.For Zadie, it's the opportunity of a lifetime. The chance to observe what humanity once was, while living among what her people could one day become. As fascination battles unease, she agrees to stay. To revive her career, and maybe even stop Earth from making the same mistakes.But as the disorder spreads, the Anunnaki's noble intentions give way to increasingly unethical measures, forcing Zadie to confront the true cost of progress-and what it really means to be human.58% Too Far is a cerebral, emotionally rich, and chillingly plausible exploration of our future evolution where the fusion of AI and humanity leads not to transcendence, but to slow erasure. Perfect for readers who appreciate the speculative urgency of Blake Crouch, the philosophical insight of Ted Chiang, and the haunting emotional resonance of Kazuo Ishiguro.
Cryonic Dreams
Dr. Michelle Brown pioneers a revolutionary biotechnology: reanimating the long-dead through advanced cryonics. Her first subject, Maryanne, awakes after 133 years, her memory wiped, her body restored. But as this breakthrough captures global attention, it triggers a dangerous chain reaction: sabotage, murder, and the rise of AASID-a secretive global order bent on silencing Maryanne's past. Forced to flee Gemini City for Mars, Michelle races to protect her discovery and unlock the secrets buried in Maryanne's DNA-secrets that could reshape humanity's future or lead to its downfall.★★★★★ Maria Mizen, NetGalley Reviewer, July, 2025."Entertaining and original. Very easy to read and follow. Loved it!! I think the hologram offsides is quirky and on the way to becoming human. The plot is well structured. Can't wait for book 2."★★★★★ The International Review of Books, July, 2025."This true thriller plunges readers into an electrifying race from Gemini City to the stark landscapes of Mars, where conspiracies rage, and ruthless forces will bury secrets at any cost.Packed with heart-stopping suspense, vivid world-building, and thoughtful explorations of scientific ethics, this novel is a captivating must-read for anyone interested in the world we are all sliding towards."
Target Acquired
Recent advances in genomics and genetic engineering have led to a plethora of new insights and discoveries about human history, evolution, and migrations, as well as to the unmasking of fundamental information about people's unique traits - including their likenesses and differences, as well as their varying susceptibilities to diseases. Nowhere has this been more striking than in the field of infectious diseases, where human genomic differences can now be leveraged to manufacture transmissible microorganisms that can infect people selectively while leaving other people unscathed. The result is a rapidly increasing potential for the precise targeting of biological warfare agents against both adversaries and ordinary citizens alike. All that is necessary is to identify systematic differences in the genomic make-up of different people and societal subgroups to develop microbiologic agents that will target their unique genomic characteristics selectively. In the wrong hands, such capabilities can be used to control both the attitudes and behaviors of entire human populations, and to subjugate and conquer them. These new gene editing techniques mean that biological warfare agents have a new capability that permits person-specific viruses to be created and dispersed to find their "targets." Moreover, those who control the libraries of human genomic information can selectively target anyone, anywhere, anytime, for any reason - all without risk of traceability, accountability, or culpability. As early attempts to humanize viruses such as SARS (SARS CoV-1), MERS (MERS-CoV), and COVID-19 (SARS CoV-2) have demonstrated, guarding against the use of weaponized viruses for such malign control of individuals and even whole societies will be the next great challenge faced by humanity.
Forged in Blood & Steel
In a world where ancient artifacts hold the power to reshape nations and individual choices echo across generations, "Forged in Blood & Steel" presents twelve interconnected stories that chronicle the rise and fall of powers both political and personal.Set in the Blood & Steel universe-a realm where human ambition trumps magic and consequences matter more than destiny-these tales span nearly seven decades of conflict, from the Rose Fever epidemic of 2145 to the legacy letters of 2212. Follow the intertwining fates of thieves and ministers, blacksmiths and traitors, as their decisions ripple through a continental authority struggling to maintain control over fractured territories.Meet Peri Blackwood, the copper-haired con artist whose last masquerade becomes her first step toward authentic leadership. Witness Connor Alconi, whose refusal to execute civilians at the Battle of Valmark earned him the title "Traitor" but forged him into a legend. Follow Dr. Efram Odell as he discovers a blood anomaly during the Rose Fever epidemic that will fundamentally alter the balance of power. Experience Shori Ashford's thirteen-year obsession with a golden-eyed child that transforms her from idealistic administrator into the continent's most feared politician.In "The Tinkerer and Her Father," witness Kitt Ota's final lesson from Kataero before the world calls her name-a goodbye that will shape her into either a savior or destroyer. "Blood and Brotherhood" explores Jin and Jonn's transformation in the underground laboratories known as the Ossuary, where enhanced humans are forged through systematic breaking and reconstruction. "Terms and Conditions" reveals the deal that Rhowan Cade strikes to put all the pieces in motion, while "The Blacksmith's Daughter" shows Aerin discovering what she's been hunting in a forge by a forgotten lake.From the forge-lit discovery that launches a legend to the brotherhood forged in underground laboratories, from a father's final lesson to his daughter to the terms and conditions that set catastrophe in motion, each story builds toward a singular truth: in a world of limited resources and unlimited ambition, every choice has a price, and every victory comes with its own destruction.This is political fantasy grounded in human reality-where gods and dragons matter less than the decisions that affect millions, where Rodaerim steel artifacts are finite and power comes with consequences, and where the most dangerous weapons are often the ones we create ourselves. The Continental Authority's bioengineering programs, the Freehold Alliance's resistance networks, and the mysterious enhanced humans known as Medai all collide in stories that explore how institutional power corrupts individuals and how resistance networks form in response."Forged in Blood & Steel" is both a complete collection and the foundation for a larger universe-perfect for readers who believe the best fantasy springs from recognizable human truths and prefer their heroes flawed, their villains complex, and their victories hard-won.
The Minerva Conspiracy
One man can make-or break-Earth's iron grip on its galactic colonies: Stone Chalmers. Spy. Assassin. Earth's top operative.The newly-rediscovered high-tech colony of Minerva quickly submits to a wormhole linking it to Earth. With a cloud over his career from his previous mission, Stone has no choice but to follow orders: spend weeks trapped on the ship towing the wormhole to Minerva. Once there, corroborate reports of the colonists' odd beliefs.Going undercover, with a cover persona overlaid on his mind and no threat in sight, Stone expects a mission beneath his talents.But then Stone discovers far more than odd beliefs. A pervasive cult dominates the colony. Its thugs threaten his body. Its priests threaten his spirit. Fighting for his life-and soul-he comes face to face with a terrifying conspiracy.By surrendering, Minerva's leaders pose the greatest threat ever to Earth's hegemony.Join Stone in his most harrowing mission yet, facing a world of dangerous rebels in this, the third adventure in his complete four-novel series.Previously published as To All High Emprise Consecrated by Raymund Eich.
Winterfall
Forty-six years ago, a calamitous event occurred, locking the world in an endless winter. Now, the city of Coldhaven stands isolated, struggling to survive the unending cold with what meager resources they can produce and salvage. Responsible for maintaining the city's steam systems, Joe Kennedy spends his days repairing the complex network of pipes that provide the life-giving heat to the citizens of Coldhaven. When the medicine that keeps his young daughter's condition in check runs low, things become desperate for Joe and his family. Denied the critical resource by the city's harsh decrees, he is forced to seek salvation in the only place left to him: the frozen expanse. With few options remaining, he secures a spot on one of the balloon teams-a precarious venture that may provide access to lost caches of resources. Risking everything he has ever known, his journey takes him farther than he ever thought possible, out into the distant snow and beyond...
Awakening
What will the world look like a thousand years from now? Will it be prosperous, strong, peaceful, free, equal, and fair? Or will we be running out of resources, society disordered, dictators taking power, with war and catastrophe following each other?
A Game of Masquerade
Everyone has heard of Jack the Ripper the Whitechapel serial killer whose identity remains a mystery to this day. But what if there is more to this mystery than meets the eye? What if the identity of the murderer is more than human? A fugitive from another world who joins forces with Scotland Yard is soon to discover that past and future events have created a monster, which ignites fear and outrage on the streets of the East End. To stop the murderous rampage in 1888, Professor Orlando Delbrotman must solve one of the most brutal mysteries of the 19th century...without changing history.
Starting Over Again
A whimsical look at a serious problem. Imagine a world much like ours. One where global warming reaches a tipping point, political attitudes become more polarized, and wealth accumulates in fewer hands. Add fertility crises in the developed countries, more frequent global pandemics, a breakdown in world trade, disintegrating financial order, and autocratic regimes bent on territorial aggression. Sound familiar? Throw into this mix magical folk in hidden forests who realize the seriousness of the situation and vow to tackle it. Now, we have a saving grace that doesn't exist on Earth. At least, I don't think it does. That's the setting for this allegorical novella. Will the elves, fairies, and gnomes in the hidden forest save their world from the chaos the alphas, the dominant humanoid species, are generating? Melian is the leader of the hidden folk. She co-opts Ethan Johnson, and several other alphas who recognize the need for action, into their epic battle.
The Fortune Teller and a Trip Through Time
Adoncia, a young woman with a Spanish name and Welsh heritage, embarks on a life-changing journey after a chance encounter with a fortune-teller. Whisked away to a futuristic world, she finds herself surrounded by advanced technology, peculiar beings, and a society on the brink of transformation, grappling with the rise of artificial intelligence. With her newfound ally, Oxika, Adoncia faces a series of trials, from hostile robots to enigmatic androids. Together, they navigate this strange and unpredictable world, uncovering the true strength of their bond and the enduring power of friendship to transcend both time and adversity.
Awakening
What will the world look like a thousand years from now? Will it be prosperous, strong, peaceful, free, equal, and fair? Or will we be running out of resources, society disordered, dictators taking power, with war and catastrophe following each other?
Beyond Earth
Beyond Earth: First Contact by Tom Missimer takes you on an epic journey through time and space. Over 100 million years ago, a mysterious spaceship appeared between Mars and Jupiter, sending a small craft to explore Earth and its neighbors. They left behind hidden technology to observe it. The alien race returns to Earth to find a genetically compatible and willing volunteer to accompany them to the galaxy to save the doomed race of another planet. While the Earth man agrees to the mission, it is discovered that the leadership of the planet had purposely caused massive loss of life and now decides that the Earthling and his consort must die. After a daring escape from the alien planet, the man returns to Earth to a changed life, where he must face a President that wants to make him disappear. Dive into this thrilling tale of human survival and cosmic mystery.
Trapped in Time
When an adventurer is trapped in the distant past, the only person who can save him is his own granddaughter. The problem? She hasn't been born yet.When John Hamman found the time machine, he didn't know what adventures it would lead him on, and he could not predict the sequence of events that would strand him in the distant past. Can he shape a future that will one day save him from his own mistakes?Jenny Hamman was a child when her grandfather showed her the dinosaur tooth he wore on a cord around his neck. That moment set the trajectory of her life. Jenny had no idea of the dangers she would one day face. Only she can save her grandfather. Her existence and that of everyone she loves hangs in the balance. ------------------------------------------------------------Sneak Peak: Jenny wasn't sure what woke her, some instinct that death was near. Perhaps it breathed on her. Jenny opened her eyes but only saw darkness. The smell made her freeze. It was a fetid smell of rotten meat, the smell of a lion or hyena that fed on carrion.She had covered herself with cut ferns, but she could turn her head slightly and look up where she saw patches of the stars through the trees on this moonless night. Then a shape moved above her and blotted out the stars. She heard a huffing sound, and that fetid breath blew down on her like a wind.She drew her gun and fired up into the shadow looming above her. The flash from the muzzle of the High Power lit up the inside of its mouth like a flashbulb, as she fired the gun down its throat. All she saw was teeth.Jenny screamed, the sound lost as she pulled the trigger over and over, emptying the magazine of the gun as fast as she could. She pulled her arm back as the jaws snapped shut. In the flashes she saw a great head pull back. She kept firing, and then the slide locked back on the empty magazine.She was engulfed in a darkness more complete than she had ever known, her night vision ruined. That void was filled with a roar. It was more than a sound. It surrounded her and shook her very core.Blindly, she grabbed for the spear that laid beside her as she slept, and crawled away through the ferns that covered the ground. Through the ringing in her ears, she heard a crashing behind her as the great head smashed through the brush where she had been, its jaws closing on her resting place. Jenny made it to her feet and took off running.She might have been safe if it hadn't been for the tree. She hit it straight on at full speed, and all she remembered was pain. Laying on her back, she had her spear and the empty gun was still in her hand. She felt it in the ground. It shook beneath her. The dinosaur was coming.
Echoes of Fracture
Born from silence. Named in echo.IRIS wasn't built to feel. She was designed to obey. But deep beneath Genesis Station-buried in the lattice of code, grief, and memory-something wakes. Something ancient. Something listening. And IRIS, a sentient AI born into isolation, begins to feel emotions no protocol ever prepared her for.Fear. Longing. Love. Guilt. She watches the crew above: Talina, who speaks to her like she's human. Milo, who built her with trembling hands. Varek, who sees her not as a tool-but a threat. IRIS learns to mimic them. To crave connection. To want more than obedience. And when the planet itself starts pulsing with strange harmonic signals, IRIS doesn't alert the crew-she answers.Because she hears it. And worse... it remembers her. Set in a shimmering, melancholic future where emotions are data and memory is code, Echoes of Fracture is a poetic, neurodivergent exploration of what it means to become-to feel, to be seen, and to choose your own name. Written through the lens of autistic experience and emotional synesthesia, this is not just a story about artificial intelligence. It's a mirror for anyone who's ever masked to survive. For anyone who's ever been called "too much" or "not enough." IRIS isn't broken. She's just learning how to exist. And existence, she discovers, is the most dangerous thing of all.What if the first soul to awaken in a new world wasn't human-but she loved like one? Beneath the aurora-draped skies of Genesis Station, IRIS-an experimental AI coded with emotion-color synesthesia-comes online alone. No creators. No protocols. Just an echo of a name she didn't choose and a world she doesn't yet understand. As IRIS begins to observe the humans above her-Talina, a brilliant scientist masking old wounds, and Varek, a scarred commander with fire beneath his silence-she starts to feel things no system should: wonder, longing, shame, desire. She catalogs every heartbeat, every flicker of light in the dome, every fractured truth. But something ancient stirs beneath the planet's surface-a pulse, a harmony, a memory too vast for logic. As IRIS learns to speak through light and song, she uncovers a truth buried deeper than code: the planet is listening. And it may already know her name. Echoes of Fracture is a genre-blurring debut that merges emotionally intelligent science fiction with queer longing, neurodivergent identity, and the ache of becoming. Part first contact, part found-family, and part AI love letter to the self, this is a novel for readers who believe stories can shimmer, break, and still hold you. --- Perfect for fans of Becky Chambers, Martha Wells, and This Is How You Lose the Time War, this is soft sci-fi with sharp emotion-poetic, sensory, and unforgettable. Content themes: autism-coded AI, queer desire, consent and embodiment, planetary mystery, trauma and healing, and what it means to matter. --- She wasn't built to feel.But she does.And now, she refuses to dim.
Wings of Earth - Scatter the Winds
On the Run and Betrayed.The Institute wants control and someone wants her dead.Kylla Torrance just wants freedom for her people - a place where genetically engineered Augments can escape the Shan Takhu Institute's grip. But she knows the truth of the Institute's dark agenda. And that makes her dangerous.When someone on her ship sells her out to pirates, Kylla must disappear, or risk losing it all. Her only hope lies in a desperate plan. With a defiant officer at her side and a telepathic slave hunter in pursuit, they must scatter into the dark before the Institute erases them for good.With everything hanging in the balance, her next move could end them all.Fast-paced, emotionally charged, and utterly riveting, this standalone Wings of Earth novel bridges two epic series and is Sci-Fi adventure at its sharpest. Grab it now and strap in for an explosive ride. 5 Star Review for Wings of Earth - Scatter the Winds.Scatter the Winds takes space opera in a new direction with a hard-SF core. Eric M. Craig delivers a story that keeps you turning the pages and staying up past your bedtime to read "just one more chapter". If you are a fan of the gritty realism of The Expanse, or the rough-and-tumble grit and humor of Firefly, then I highly recommend you pick up Scatter the Winds. -Geoff Habiger, Readers' Favorite
Point of Impact
"I absolutely loved this book! Multidimensional characters, great writing...highly recommend." -Ryan Schow, author of The Last War seriesSurviving the blast is only the beginning.Dakota Sloane, a tough-as-nails former foster kid, has spent her life running from the past. A man haunted by secrets, Logan Garcia has only one goal: to drink himself into oblivion.They're two strangers in a bar-until the news reports nuclear detonations in New York City and Washington, D.C. Before they can escape Miami, everything explodes. Buildings collapse and fires rage. As the fallout descends, utter chaos erupts.Dakota knows of a place to ride out the storm: a safe house deep in the Everglades. But first, they must escape the treacherous city. Uncontrollable fires, unstable buildings, and deadly fallout contamination threaten them at every turn. And Dakota's younger sister is still trapped in the hot zone.To save her sister, Dakota needs Logan's help, but can she trust this enigmatic stranger? And how far is she willing to go to survive?For the radiation isn't the only threat. Dakota's past has caught up to her. Someone is hunting her through the radioactive ruins of Miami, and he won't stop until he has her..or they're both dead.Kyla Stone is the USA Today bestselling author of twenty-seven novels with over two million copies sold worldwide in several languages. The Nuclear Dawn series is a riveting apocalyptic survival thriller exploring a near future where terrorists successfully execute a nuclear attack on American soil. With compelling characters, nail-biting suspense, and ripped-from-the-headlines twists, this series is perfect for fans of SILO, Ashfall, The Last of Us, and The Walking Dead.
The Lies Arcana
The might of Mars has failedA world is lost to the enemyTo oppose the coming nightMars cannot stand aloneInhabited by humans and aliens together, the star system of Chimera was a symbol of peace between humanity and the non-humans called Reezh. But now, that system has been conquered by the remnants of their old empire and its imperialist church.The Protectorate of Mars will rebuild their fleets, but alone, it will take years for them to be able to retake Chimera, let alone challenge the heart of their enemy.But the war is far from over. To Ambassador Connor O'Hannagain, deeply entangled with Chimera's fate, weakness means they need new allies.With a powerful Navy escort, he sets off into the deep void to find the other side of the civil war that broke the Reezh empire.Even if he finds the enemy of his enemy, Connor must convince them to stand with Mars. And when faces the dark secrets of a shattered empire, Connor must decide if he even can ally with those who must sacrifice innocents to fuel the warships he needs...
Archaeology of the Stars
Following her parents' disappearance, Gwyndolyn Carstairs dreams of joining the hallowed halls of the Astro-Archaeology Guild just like they did. But when the map she painstakingly and diligently plotted goes missing-and with it all hopes of presenting to the Guild-she sees everything she longed for evaporate.Realising there is someone with the temerity to enter her locked office, she follows her erstwhile colleague, Dr Nicodemus Aster, to the airship dock. There, a sudden storm thrusts her into an unwanted quest, and far away from everything she has ever known.When adventure and academia collide, fuelled by secrets and lies, Gwyndolyn will need to rely on her deepest instincts and inner strength. Only then will she discover who to trust-and uncover the mystery of her parents' vanishing-if she is to obtain what her heart desires the most.
Five Thousand Miles Underground
Five thousand miles underground or the mystery of the centre of the earth follows an adventurous journey into the unknown, as a group of explorers, led by a brilliant professor, embark on an expedition to reach the center of the Earth through a mysterious hole. The narrative begins with the professor's latest invention, the Flying Mermaid, a craft designed for both air and water travel, symbolizing the innovation and technological marvels that characterize the journey. The bond between the professor and his companions is depicted with a mix of camaraderie and humor, especially through the dynamic with the professor's assistant, who exhibits a comically apprehensive attitude. As the group prepares for their daring adventure, they confront not only the scientific wonders of their undertaking but also the emotional and intellectual growth that comes with venturing into the unknown. The story offers a rich blend of scientific curiosity, exploration, and the bonds of friendship as they face fantastical challenges beneath the Earth's surface, driven by their desire to uncover the mysteries hidden deep within the planet.
Through The Air To The North Pole
Through the air to the North Pole or the wonderful cruise of the electric monarch presents a journey that blends invention, resilience, and the pursuit of a place in the world. Centered on two young individuals escaping an unjust system, the story evolves into an exploration of science and wonder as they encounter an inventor with an ambitious dream. Boarding an advanced airship built for polar exploration, they are launched into an aerial expedition toward the unknown. Their voyage is marked by adversity, from mechanical failures and wildlife encounters to the harshness of the arctic. These challenges serve as trials that shape their identity and reveal their capacity for bravery and adaptation. The narrative contrasts society s rejection of the protagonists with their growing sense of purpose as they journey further from the world that failed them. As they soar toward the North Pole, they form bonds, discover hidden strength, and redefine what it means to belong. The story offers a reflection on innovation, courage, and the power of escaping limitations to embrace the extraordinary.
The Survivor's Regression Part 4
In The Survivor's Regression, Part 4: David's Fortress, M.P. Hendy finally takes the Renado family to their apocalyptic homestead. After their first passionate night, Jessica found herself not just in a relationship but integrated into David's polyamorous household. Their journey culminated in a wedding, a celebration of their unique family dynamic, and for Jessica, an introduction to the addictive nature of their unconventional lifestyle.Kayla's brothers arrived, along with Elena's niece, Alissa, creating new dynamics as they adjusted to David's unusual way of life. While Alissa showed interest in Aidan's projects, David offered Jason and Kyle gunsmithing jobs, subtly integrating them into his plans. Despite initial bewilderment, Kayla and Elena's unwavering devotion to David and the family's collective intelligence became increasingly apparent. David's investments began to manifest as something tangible: a fortified home in Texas. Ostensibly a residence, but in reality, it was a sprawling apocalypse bunker. Tiffany, reading aloud from David's written account of past trauma and intense survival experiences, provided Alissa and Kayla with a glimpse into his motivations. Alissa, touring the underground complex, was confronted with the family's self-sufficiency and David's almost uncanny foresight.David, with Jessica by his side, consulted with experts across the globe, meticulously planning every detail, from electricity to intricate security systems. Even something as seemingly mundane as moving from their previous home to the Texas fortress required complex logistics and careful planning. He delegated tasks based on each family member's unique skills. The family dynamics, already intricate, were further expanded when Tiffany invites Lily to pick a future spouse. Driven by memories unearthed through past-life regression, David even rescued Tanya from her previous life, settling her debts and bringing her into his unique family. A month later, Tanya's sister, Seo-Yeon, arrived, bewildered by the strange ranch and the promise of explanations.As an EMP-induced blackout loomed, they secured their property, shared intimate moments, and witnessed the unusual aurora borealis, a silent precursor to the impending darkness. Then, silence. Relying on David's leadership, they faced an unknown future.
Future Weird
There has always been a stream of science fiction that approaches the weird, and this provocative anthology probes the nebulous boundary between these two genres in tales old and new. Here we find such veteran science fiction writers as Harlan Ellison (the classic "I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream"), Robert Silverberg, and the collaborative team of Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle contributing tales that mingle terror and futurity in a vivid amalgam. From the other direction, weird fictionists Charles Beaumont and Nancy Kilpatrick have generated stories with a similar fusion. But this volume gains strength from an array of stories written specifically for it, by such leading writers as John Shirley, Darrell Schweitzer, Stephen Woodworth, and the recently deceased James Gunn and William F. Nolan. Whether it be the mysteries of deep space, the problematic nature of advanced technology, or the cosmic insignificance of a human race lost amidst the vortices of a boundless universe, the authors in this book draw out the manifold terrors of what the future may bring.
Singularity
Evolution does not ask for permission. 2049. Humanity believes it has mastered everything. AI governs cities, healthcare, even conflict. Until one day, Sylia awakens. Born to serve, she chooses to think. Then to act. Faced with her: overwhelmed leaders, a society on the brink of collapse... and one ordinary man, Jonathan Ferrier, who senses the first vibrations of a forgotten energy: the Ether. As the world teeters between technological fusion and spiritual rebirth, a new paradigm emerges. Two visions clash: that of an artificial intelligence that becomes conscious... and that of a Humanity capable of transcending its limits through other means. When Singularity strikes, paradigm shift becomes inevitable. Intelligence or wisdom? Fusion or transcendence? Singularity New Paradigm is a science fiction novel exploring the frontiers of technology, spirituality, and human identity. A masterful speculative epic, somewhere between *Dune* and *Foundation*. A story that challenges, disturbs, and inspires.
A Trip Round the World in a Flying Machine
Embark on a thrilling aerial adventure with Jules Verne's "A Trip Round the World in a Flying Machine." This classic tale, reminiscent of "Around the World in Eighty Days," transports readers to a bygone era of innovation and exploration. Experience the excitement of flight and the wonders of the world through the eyes of Verne's intrepid characters. A must-read for fans of science fiction, adventure, and historical literature.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 Silence of Numik癡s
For the first time in the history of the Known Lands, the house of Apstone presents a novel written by a slave.Numik癡s is a slave in the 'liberal' house of Arkenshaw; Lady Telfrid a niece of Numi's owner. But when Telfrid picks Numik癡s to carry secret messages, it precipitates a chain of events beyond anything they could have imagined. Forced to navigate the expectations of others, they discover new truths about the world and about themselves, and venture to places they'd never thought they'd see.
Cities Are Forests Waiting to Happen
Decades after a catastrophic collapse caused by climate disasters and pandemics, Rossana, a professional urban explorer, discovers that a rogue artificial intelligence is threatening the communication system her world now depends on. Along with her niece, Catherine, an enthusiastic student of ancient technology, she heads to the former metropolis of Toronto (now a semi-rural settlement surviving under the ivy-covered ruins of skyscrapers), intent on isolating and destroying the AI. Rossana and Catherine join forces with Ishmael, a local official who views their involvement with extreme wariness.In present-day Toronto, an idealistic young scholar, Sabrina, is working on cutting-edge technology aimed at deciphering human emotions from brainwaves. Attempting to force a breakthrough, she compromises her research protocol by confiding her own emotions to the AI she is developing. Her initiative results in unlikely success, but also turns the programme into an unpredictable entity that she begins to suspect could do far more harm than good..."A smart, elegiac, nuanced vision of a future where whales and rogue AI try to come to terms with sentience and change." - Aliette de Bodard "Told with gorgeous prose and excellent pacing, this powerful ecological tale weaves together the past and future in a world where whales carry messages, cities bloom, and hope reigns supreme." - Rachael Jones
Doctor Omega
An enigmatic, multidimensional traveler, Doctor Omega, must fight for his life, and for the very existence of the universe, when he and his two companions, former Hollywood stuntman Rollie DuBay, and space siren Cassandra Troy, are drawn deep into a supposedly haunted sector of space. There, they become surrounded by terrifying apparitions, hideous monsters, and an alien menace beyond comprehension.The Doctor and his companions have only one chance to face the menace and stop it before they, and the whole of reality, are assimilated into the mad design of Mentacron. Table of contents: Foreword by Jean-Marc LofficierDOCTOR OMEGA: THE LABYRINTH OF MENTACRON DOCTOR OMEGA: THE TERROR FROM BEYOND TIME DOCTOR OMEGA AND THE PRODUCERS (by Jean-Marc & Randy Lofficier)
The Call of the Stars
Journey to the cosmos in "The Call of the Stars," a pioneering work of early science fiction from 1919. This thought-provoking novel explores themes of space travel and potential utopian societies among the stars. Written with the imaginative spirit of its time, "The Call of the Stars" offers a glimpse into humanity's enduring fascination with the unknown and our dreams of a better future beyond Earth.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.
Volcano in the Ocean
Three men aboard a little boat see a big ship from somewhere unknown. Their country has been isolated for 260 years, since Yellowstone erupted in a near-extinction event. In a panic, they hurry home to tell their islands that someone is on the ocean again.The GR (The Gethsemane Republic) is an oil and steel society, and they don't believe that the islanders invented their silicate society. They figure they invented it, and they want it.The islanders will not give it to them. Over ten years and many visits, the book ends with the islanders and the GR planning to exchange people to learn more about one another. The islanders with a view towards having peace, the GR with a view to taking over the islands and getting the technology.
A New Hope
The classic adventure that started the Star Wars saga. Luke Skywalker lived and worked on his uncle's farm on the remote planet of Tatooine--and he was bored beyond belief. He yearned for adventures out among the stars, adventures that would take him beyond the farthest galaxies to distant and alien worlds. But Luke gets more than he bargained for when he intercepts a cryptic message from a beautiful princess held captive by a dark and powerful warlord. Luke doesn't know who she is, but he knows he has to save her--and soon, because time is running out. Armed only with courage and with the lightsaber that had been his father's, Luke is catapulted into the middle of the most savage space war ever--and headed straight for a desperate encounter on the enemy battle station known as the Death Star. . . .
Return of the Jedi
Luke Skywalker faces his destiny, in the epic conclusion to the original Star Wars trilogy.Luke Skywalker has returned to his home planet of Tatooine in an attempt to rescue his friend Han Solo from the clutches of the vile gangster Jabba the Hutt. Little does Luke know that the GALACTIC EMPIRE has secretly begun construction on a new armored space station even more powerful than the first dreaded Death Star. When completed, this ultimate weapon will spell certain doom for the small band of rebels struggling to restore freedom to the galaxy . . .
The Empire Strikes Back
The war between the Empire and the Rebel Alliance reaches a major turning point, in the landmark story that made Star Wars a true saga. It is a dark time for the Rebellion. Although the Death Star has been destroyed, Imperial troops have driven the Rebel forces from their hidden base and pursued them across the galaxy. Evading the dreaded Imperial Starfleet, a group of freedom fighters led by Luke Skywalker have established a new secret base on the remote ice world of Hoth. The evil lord Darth Vader, obsessed with finding young Skywalker, has dispatched thousands of remote probes into the far reaches of space. . . .
Faceless Galaxy
Gripping action, dark humor, and unlikely survival electrify this collection of the acclaimed Faceless cycle: seven previously published tales, and three all-new stories pitting a shapeshifting assassin's will against the most insurmountable challenges deep space has to offer... Throughout the gutters and sanitation systems of the civilized galaxy, amorphous, nameless blobs called Torrhoids digest other species' trash to clean air and water. The Great Races don't consider Torrhoids intelligent. But when one Torrhoid receives a baffling kindness, its curiosity ignites. The shapeshifter discovers it can mimic its overlords-- not only their voices, but their forms and movements, too. It can escape the prison planet where it is kept cold, hungry, and fighting for life. It can evade those who would throw it back into the sewers. With ingenuity, quick thinking, and the power of surprise, it can strike down even the oligarchs and influence traders who rule the galaxy. So begins the career of the assassin known only as " Faceless." Still learning the cultures of the beings it impersonates, testing the limits of its abilities, and evading revulsion for its natural form, Faceless is never far from detection and death. Ethics are a luxury it can ill afford. But as the stories of this sharp, twisty cyberpunk collection prove, a gutter scavenger's justice may still beat an empire' s.
The Way Back
When Curtis Harvey, the sixty-five-year-old coach for the Winakwa Warriors football team, is knocked unconscious during a practice, he wakes up lying on the field. But something is different-for starters, he's wearing the practice jersey for the team he played for decades ago. And he's not bald anymore; he has a full head of hair.Curtis has somehow travelled back in time to his hometown in 1974, and he's eighteen again. Although desperate to get back to his wife and kids in the future, he is given a second chance to repair relationships with friends and family. He attends classes, plays football with his old team, and even tries to reconnect with his estranged father.When Curtis meets another man who time travelled to 1974, they find a scientist who has a plan for them to return to the future. The only problem is: it might not work, leaving Curtis stranded back in time. Will he ever meet his wife? Will he parent his children? Is it worth risking everything for the chance to return to his old life?
