Minds in Transit
An artist's brain rules a team of a million microbial minds-from the Campbell Award winning author of A Door into Ocean.In the hundred-level city of Iridis, human lords recycle diamonds and emeralds down to the Underworld while sentient machines pilot lightcraft and perform surgeries. Microbial minds expand the brains of scientists and artists. The artist Chrys directs her microbes to paint startling installations, design smart buildings and fix quantum networks. A world-size virtual intelligence called Transit commissions Chrys to create a whole new city on another planet. But unexpected flaws fracture her designs. Microbial criminal gangs invade Chrys's brain to kill off her own micros and take control. In Iridis, the roots of buildings grow cancers that escape the Underworld and cause earthquakes. Outlawed machines shake down shops and kidnap human lords for ransom. The city's rulers ignore the signs of collapse, then face a new threat that no mind foresaw.
In the Season Thereof
Stranded in a frozen past, Scott and Amy Peterson find threads of hope in an unexpected Christmas miracle. Secure in their cave home, the teenage siblings devise a plan they trust will take them back to home and family. It might just work, but at what cost? Can they leave behind faithful new friends-Toko, Eenatoo, and Hadoo? Or do they ask them to trade a dangerous but familiar life for the safer but alien one in the techno-addicted modern world? Perhaps an answer to their dilemma can be found in the dream Hadoo secretly shares with Amy. And what has become of Will, the quiet young man who claims a ghost town as his home? Sweet memories of the days they shared burn deeply into Amy's heart. Dare she trust her feelings knowing she may never see him again? New perils await our young time travelers as they continue their untimely journey. Join them as they bravely face the unknown In the Season Thereof.
Jordan, a Revenant's Curse
This isn't just a hunt; it's a descent into a past forgotten, a present consumed by rage, and a future where the cost of vengeance might be everything. Prepare for an explosive military thriller fused with dark sci-fi, where every bullet tells a story and every secret carries a deadly price.JORDAN: A REVENANT'S CURSEMajor Jaden, India's finest, is thrust into a shadow war when a mission uncovers a global sci-fi threat. His target: Jordan, a masked mercenary enhanced by twisted experiments, feared across continents and leading a clandestine syndicate. But as military precision collides with brutal action, a buried truth linking hunter and hunted promises a reckoning where only one will walk away. A SCI-FI MILITARY ACTION WITH ROMANTIC AND REVENGE ARC EXPLORING PSYCHOLOGICAL AND TACTICAL DEPTHS
Outpost Oops
Buckle up for a sidesplitting sci-fi romp with Outpost Oops: Two Aliens vs. Earth's Dumbest Hits! Meet Zlorgax, a tentacle-flailing, slime-dripping Klaxxorian itching to zap Earth into glitter dust, and Qweevrin, his cool-headed, glowing Vyxian partner barely holding him back. Stranded on a cloaked outpost orbiting our "mudball," these Galactic Observation Corps operatives are forced to watch humanity's most absurd antics-think TikTok dance frenzies, ShamWow infomercials, and reaction videos of people reacting to... nothing. From Pornhub's sweaty chaos to Victoria's Secret's flimsy "armor," Earth's bizarre broadcasts push the aliens to their breaking point. Zlorgax dreams of unleashing his Graviton Disruptor on influencers and llamas alike, while Qweevrin fights to keep their sanity intact. Packed with biting satire, cosmic snark, and a warning beacon that screams "No intelligent life here!" this is a laugh-out-loud takedown of our digital age through the eyes of two aliens who'd rather face a pulsar than another "PogChamp." Perfect for fans of Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Rick and Morty!pages: 65
Descending From The Moon
LeRoy Parkin had a secret: a project to raise the intelligence of chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans, and baboons to human levels. Some would say that wasn't a very high bar. Fifteen years after he began, plagues - preventable but not prevented - broke the world, killing over 99% of the world's human population. Parkin survived, moving his team and the animals to a secure island for the duration of what would become known as the Die-Back. Fifty years later, the Die-Back ended with the Restoration of the United States. The remaining humans nervously focused on recovery, trying to keep at bay old fears and prejudices long discarded in favor of survival. Parkin, now an aging patriarch, left the apes on the island and restarted LifeWorks on the mainland. After two decades, they have had some success. But three years ago, the apes began discussing who they were, what they wanted, and what they should do next. Today, they've made their decision. In this first volume of a post-apocalyptic science fiction trilogy, author Steven Popkes reminds us of the connections that both sustain and endanger humanity and the world around us.
My Big Scaly Alien Naga
She was never meant to survive. He was never meant to care.He's a dangerous naga working deep undercover. She's his fated mate - cryofrozen, vulnerable, and about to be dropped into a deadly alien game for the galaxy's entertainment.Venom has one job: expose the game makers and shut down the Trials. But when he discovers that one of the captive women is his mate, everything changes. He'll hack, lie, and fight his way through enemies and monsters to get her back - even if it means blowing his cover and facing death.Clare wakes up naked in a metal coffin with no memory and no clue she's been cast as the damsel in a brutal alien reality show. But Clare isn't just a victim - she's a survivor. And she's about to fall for the lethal alien wrapped in coils and secrets.My Big Scaly Alien Naga is a spicy sci-fi romance with a possessive cold-blooded hero, the human woman he craves, fated mates, found family, and danger around every corner. For fans of morally grey alien protectors with tails and fangs, strong heroines, and slow-burn tension that turns molten hot.Each book in the Starlight Monsters series can be read as a standalone and features a happy ever after. Set in the same world as the Starlight Highlanders Mail Order Brides, Starlight Vikings and The Intergalactic Guide to Humans.
Blindside
Colonel Carl Butler charges back into the world of military crisis, corporate malfeasance, and intergalactic mystery in the action-packed fifth Planetside novel from science fiction master Michael Mammay.Carl Butler has returned to his home planet from the moon Taug and is looking forward to some rest and relaxation. But following two mysterious deaths connected with the Taug mission, he realizes that the intruders that recently set off his home's security system might be looking to add him to the death toll.Having been Butler's muscle on numerous missions, Mac is no stranger to getting involved with mysteries that should be none of his business. So when the daughter of one of his gym members goes missing, he offers to help. Mac assumes she's a simple runaway, but the case turns out not to be so clear-cut. Wondering if these strange occurrences are somehow related, Butler--along with Mac, Ganos, and the rest of his small crew--once again finds himself neck deep in intrigue. As the clues for the various cases begin to intertwine, Butler sees the hand of an old enemy at work, and...well...he's never been one to sit back and wait for something to happen. Gathering the team, he heads off across the galaxy to confront his suspects head-on. But this time, they're waiting for him.
Series Collide, Volume 5
Welcome to Kristine Kathryn Rusch's and Dean Wesley Smith's writing home world. Science Fiction. Stories from their most acclaimed and famous series pack these pages, making it a stuffed tome that will dazzle science fiction fans of all types. Detectives on the moon, historical time travel, space opera in multiple universes and the strangest of science fiction right here in Planet Earth suburbia. Travel through the vastness of Series Collide: Volume 5 to fulfill all your science fiction reading desires. Come home, settle in and be swept away... Featured stories include Dean Wesley Smith's "The Gift of a Dream," "Let's Dance," and "Jukebox Gifts," and Kristine Kathryn Rusch's "The Impossibles," "Sole Survivor" and "Joyride."
First line of Defence
Morgan Mars is doing everything he can to protect humanity from alien invasion, but even his new organisation, The First Line of Defence, isn't enough to save what's already lost. Sectors are collapsing like dominoes as the aftermath of the 20th Cycle invasion leaves everyone trapped in the falling Sectors. No one knows what to do. No one, that is, except Nicholas Thistlebush.He has a plan to save Sector 6.The only question is, what will it cost him?
NEUROWAVE. The Limitless Protocol
She created it to heal minds. Now it's rewriting souls.In a near-future world where mental health can be edited like software, Dr. Isla Marin has developed the Limitless Protocol - a revolutionary neurostimulation device that promises to cure depression instantly. By using targeted brainwave entrainment, adaptive AI affirmations, and direct limbic system interface, the device bypasses trauma and erases pain before the patient even knows it's gone.The results are miraculous. Until they're not.As patients begin sharing memories, losing time, and mirroring Isla's private thoughts, she uncovers a terrifying truth: the brain doesn't heal without consequence - it replaces. And what's filling the void may not be entirely human.When affirmations become code, and joy becomes a virus, Isla must confront the very technology she built - before the signal spreads beyond control.NeuroWave: The Limitless Protocol is a cerebral sci-fi thriller exploring identity, consciousness, and the ethical cost of artificial healing.
Scholar-Ship-Bound
Eighteen year-old Susan applies for a college scholarship, but is scooped up in an alien sweep. Renamed Shaara and married to the alien, Shaarvan, she is forced to adapt to customs and traditions that she finds appalling. In fact, nothing is good about the situation, but adaptation means learning to find the positive, and she always did want to travel.
The Time Migrant
Can you save a life you've already lost? Cael Rahal is a Time Migrant. His place of work is a thousand years from the bed he woke up in-and the daughter he's forced to leave behind. When he becomes trapped in the gilded desert city of New Dubai, Cael must attempt the impossible: escape his fate, find a way home, and rescue his child from a world spiralling into chaos, violence, and inevitable extinction. The Time Migrant is an urgent, high-concept thriller that explores the depths of human resilience and the enduring power of hope. A vividly realized adventure of epic scope and timely relevance.
Shaara of Altar
Shaara is adapting to life with an alien husband. He is strict and demanding, yet she tries to please him. But when they land on Altar, his home planet, nothing seems to go right for Shaara. She is constantly doing or saying the wrong thing. Everything is new to her and frankly alien. But occasionally her husband is loving, and her new parents-in-law adore her.Things might be looking up until, Thenos, Shaarvan's brother, begins to cause trouble.
Shaara of Freinana
Kidnapped and mind-wiped by an alien slave trader, Shaara is quickly sold to a small time gambler who mistreats her. Depressed by the horror of her life, she contemplates ending it, but discovers the beauty of the horse-like creatures living on a ranch nearby. Meanwhile, on Altar, a scheming Thenos, Shaarvan's brother, has begun a civil war meant to place him on the throne of Altar. His devious plans for Shaara have gone dreadfully wrong, and he, like Shaarvan, searches for her. In this third book of the series, Shapechanger, commoners, and a casino owner all challenge Shaara's plans for independence.
Scholar-Ship-Bound
Eighteen year-old Susan applies for a college scholarship, but is scooped up in an alien sweep. Renamed Shaara and married to the alien, Shaarvan, she is forced to adapt to customs and traditions that she finds appalling. In fact, nothing is good about the situation, but adaptation means learning to find the positive, and she always did want to travel.
Hollow Flash
Hollow Flash: The Forgotten Skyfall plunges readers into a gripping sci-fi epic, weaving a tale of sentience, survival, and the fight for existence across a vast and perilous multiverse.At the heart of this cosmic struggle is Sheela-a newly created, self-aware Human-AI Hybrid, engineered by the brilliant yet enigmatic Dr. Ayya to save Sobie, the daughter of a fellow scientist, and advance his groundbreaking discoveries. But as Sobie and Sheela awaken to their extraordinary abilities, they stumble upon the sinister designs of Xanth, a ruthless, nihilistic counterpart to Waddagg, the ruling intelligence of the Intergalactic League Board (ILB). With Sobie in deep-space stasis, Sheela is thrust into an arduous war, forced to choose between fulfilling her creator's vision of a perfect colony or defeating Xanth to protect the organic life she seeks to eradicate.More than 20,000 years before humanity's first colony, Sheela and Sobie embark on a harrowing quest to dismantle the rebellion of Salve Galacta which persists eons into the future. Their journey builds upon the saga's first installment, Hollow Flash: The Omnipath, as they seek to harness the legendary Omnipath's power-humanity's last hope for survival. But their mission's success hinges on awakening Dr. Ayya, the only person capable of helping the Omnipath Mini-Alda turn the tide in the war against Xanth.With breathtaking galactic landscapes, intricate civilizations, and profound existential stakes, Hollow Flash: The Forgotten Skyfall delivers a thrilling exploration of identity, autonomy, and resistance. Fans of Dune, Star Wars and The Expanse will be captivated by its immersive worldbuilding, dynamic storytelling, and thought-provoking themes. Tim Ronald O. masterfully crafts a multiversal reality brimming with conflict, mystery, and boundless adventure-making Forgotten Skyfall a must-read for those craving speculative fiction that is as exhilarating as it is intellectually profound.
Shaara of Freinana
Kidnapped and mind-wiped by an alien slave trader, Shaara is quickly sold to a small time gambler who mistreats her. Depressed by the horror of her life, she contemplates ending it, but discovers the beauty of the horse-like creatures living on a ranch nearby. Meanwhile, on Altar, a scheming Thenos, Shaarvan's brother, has begun a civil war meant to place him on the throne of Altar. His devious plans for Shaara have gone dreadfully wrong, and he, like Shaarvan, searches for her. In this third book of the series, Shapechanger, commoners, and a casino owner all challenge Shaara's plans for independence.
The Dark of Light
Save a planet. Sacrifice your future.For Aurora Hawke, protecting the secret of her half-human heritage has been a lifelong challenge. Taking command of her own starship and the best crew in the quadrant has been her dream. Failing at both is her nightmare. But the survival of a planet may depend on it.With millions of lives at risk, she'll do whatever it takes, even if revealing her unique abilities means spending the rest of her life on the run.If you like Star Trek style pulse-pounding interstellar adventures, intriguing alien encounters, and otherworldly starships, you'll love the Starhawke Rising series. Perfect for fans of Lindsay Buroker, Michelle Diener, and K. Gorman.STARHAWKE RISINGThe Dark of LightThe Chains of FreedomThe Honor of DeceitThe Legacy of TomorrowThe Siege of AllianceThe Exile of JusticeThe Rebels of BetrayalSTARHAWKE ROGUEArch AlliesMarked MercenariesResurgent RenegadesSTARHAWKE ROMANCEGuardian MateFor the Love of Beauty
Shaara of Altar
Shaara is adapting to life with an alien husband. He is strict and demanding, yet she tries to please him. But when they land on Altar, his home planet, nothing seems to go right for Shaara. She is constantly doing or saying the wrong thing. Everything is new to her and frankly alien. But occasionally her husband is loving, and her new parents-in-law adore her.Things might be looking up until, Thenos, Shaarvan's brother, begins to cause trouble.
Krill
Mary Campbell, a CIA expert on the refugee crisis, and Sam Bostock, a Navy pilot, struggle with love, End-Times ethics, and a wildly eccentric billionaire in this near-future novel. What would you be willing to do to humanity to save humanity? The oceans are rising, the ice caps are melting, and the world's population is growing increasingly desperate and violent. Billionaire Alexander Mongold convinces the United States to undertake a massive solar geoengineering project, Project Panacea, as a solution to global warming. When the project goes horribly wrong, a back-up U.S. government takes to sea on a handful of refurbished aircraft carriers. Mary and Sam end up on the Ayn, the carrier that is also home to the reclusive and eccentric Mongold. When the billionaire unveils a new and even more radical scheme to save humanity, they are appalled. Is it another horrible miscalculation or the only hope?
Dream Agents - The Intergalactic Awakening
In the year 1975, as the United States grapples with the aftermath of the Vietnam War and a society in transition, NASA finds itself at the center of an extraordinary phenomenon: humanity has been contacted by an alien race from a distant solar system, 200 light-years away. Due to the constraints of their fracturing society, these aliens send probes through a small wormhole instead of making direct contact. Over the past 50 years, the aliens have devised a plan to send their DNA through the wormhole, which has created special dream agents on Earth-individuals with unique abilities that activate only while they sleep, including enhanced speed, strength, and agility. As strange dreams and visions plague these chosen few, NASA must identify, recruit, and train them to undertake critical missions that could tip the balance in the aliens' ongoing conflict against a rival race threatening their existence. The story follows five distinct dream agents who each grapple with their extraordinary powers and the call to serve a greater cause. As they embark on their first missions, navigating the uncharted terrain of interstellar diplomacy, ethical dilemmas, and their nuanced relationships with humans and aliens alike, they must also contend with the challenges of leading normal lives back on Earth. As they uncover the true stakes of their roles in the cosmic conflict, they face both personal struggles and the risk of being drawn deeper into a galactic war, ultimately shaping the fate of two worlds. With suspenseful twists and resilience at its core, "Dream Agents: The Intergalactic Awakening - Warriors of the Cosmos" is a thrilling exploration of identity, duty, and the uncharted territories of human potential.
Lazarus' Kool-Aid
From the best-selling author of Supersize Island. Henry Hubble woke up this morning to find three cherubic rag dolls trying to kill him. And it's been downhill since then. Henry's life has taken a turn for the weirder. His reality has been gamified-and the game's architect seems to be a few stats short of a full character sheet. With his nephew's life hanging in the balance, Henry will face off against bosses, minions, and more, mined from his own memories, where D&D game dynamics, eighties-era action tropes, and vegetable phobias reign supreme. He'll only begin to understand what's really going on when he runs across Darla Cunningham and her clairvoyant computer. Unfortunately, what's really going on is even crazier and scarier than the murder dolls who want him dead. Discover the origin of the world that bore Supersize Island in this rip-roaring odyssey filled with humor and heart. "The Matrix gone mental."-Royal Road Reader "One of the craziest and most entertaining stories I've ever read . . . wildly imaginative and engaging."-Reader's Favorite "A perfectly baked slice of madness . . . a thoroughly enjoyable ride.."-Royal Road Reader
Seeker Four
A rescue, or a posthumous retrieval? The E.S.S. Wanderer is missing, and the Seeker is sent to find her. The situation is even worse for acting-ensign Tanner Voss; his sister and his AI father are on the missing ship. Meeting new alien species, Tanner and the rest of the crew find that the area has been over-run by pirates who tear apart starships and enslave crews. And Tanner will soon find out about this enslavement first hand. This fourth in the Voyages of the Seeker series will keep readers on the edge of their seat as Tanner and his team plan their escape from the brutal Kalikak pirates.
The Martian Chronicles
The 75th anniversary edition of The Martian Chronicles, a seminal work in Ray Bradbury's career, whose extraordinary power and imagination remain undimmed by time's passage. In The Martian Chronicles, Ray Bradbury, America's preeminent storyteller, imagines a place of hope, dreams, and metaphor--of crystal pillars and fossil seas--where a fine dust settles on the great empty cities of a vanished, devastated civilization. Earthmen conquer Mars and then are conquered by it, lulled by dangerous lies of comfort and familiarity, and enchanted by the lingering glamour of an ancient, mysterious native race. In this classic work of fiction, Bradbury exposes our ambitions, weaknesses, and ignorance in a strange and breathtaking world where man does not belong.
Works of Jules Verne
Immerse yourself in the imaginative world of Jules Verne with Volume 8 of the "Works of Jules Verne." This collection showcases the visionary author's unparalleled ability to blend scientific speculation with thrilling adventure. Explore distant lands, encounter fantastic inventions, and ponder the possibilities of the future, all within the pages of these timeless tales. Jules Verne's novels have captivated readers for generations, and this volume offers a curated selection of his most celebrated works. Experience the wonder and excitement that have made Verne a cornerstone of science fiction and adventure literature. Whether you're a longtime fan or a new reader, this collection is a must-have for any library.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.
Works of Jules Verne
Explore the imaginative world of Jules Verne in this carefully curated collection of his works. "Works of Jules Verne, Volume 11" presents a selection of his visionary novels and stories, showcasing his remarkable ability to blend scientific speculation with thrilling adventure. From voyages to the depths of the sea to journeys to the far reaches of space, Verne's tales have captivated readers for generations.This volume offers a glimpse into the mind of a true literary pioneer, whose writings foreshadowed many of the technological advancements of the 20th and 21st centuries. Experience the wonder and excitement of classic science fiction with Jules Verne, a master storyteller whose works continue to inspire and entertain.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.
Works of Jules Verne
Immerse yourself in the imaginative world of Jules Verne with Volume 8 of the "Works of Jules Verne." This collection showcases the visionary author's unparalleled ability to blend scientific speculation with thrilling adventure. Explore distant lands, encounter fantastic inventions, and ponder the possibilities of the future, all within the pages of these timeless tales. Jules Verne's novels have captivated readers for generations, and this volume offers a curated selection of his most celebrated works. Experience the wonder and excitement that have made Verne a cornerstone of science fiction and adventure literature. Whether you're a longtime fan or a new reader, this collection is a must-have for any library.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.
Aliens
Dive into a thought-provoking exploration of societal change and the unknown with "Aliens," a compelling novel from 1902. Written with sharp social commentary, the narrative blends elements of early science fiction with astute observations about urban life and human nature. The book presents a vision of a world grappling with the unfamiliar, prompting readers to consider the potential consequences of contact beyond our own.Rich in historical context, "Aliens" offers a unique lens through which to examine the anxieties and aspirations of the turn of the century. Experience a blend of speculative fiction and social analysis, capturing a moment in time when the possibilities of the future seemed boundless and fraught with both promise and peril. A must-read for enthusiasts of classic science fiction and historical fiction alike.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 Sky Movies
In "The Sky Movies," Gaylord Johnson presents a collection of captivating stories that blur the lines between reality and imagination. These tales explore fantastical realms and futuristic scenarios, inviting readers on a thought-provoking journey through the landscapes of the mind. Johnson's prose is both lyrical and precise, crafting narratives that resonate long after the final page. Perfect for fans of speculative fiction and literary artistry, this collection promises to transport you to extraordinary worlds.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.
Aliens
Dive into a thought-provoking exploration of societal change and the unknown with "Aliens," a compelling novel from 1902. Written with sharp social commentary, the narrative blends elements of early science fiction with astute observations about urban life and human nature. The book presents a vision of a world grappling with the unfamiliar, prompting readers to consider the potential consequences of contact beyond our own.Rich in historical context, "Aliens" offers a unique lens through which to examine the anxieties and aspirations of the turn of the century. Experience a blend of speculative fiction and social analysis, capturing a moment in time when the possibilities of the future seemed boundless and fraught with both promise and peril. A must-read for enthusiasts of classic science fiction and historical fiction alike.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 Or the World's Agitator
Venture into the extraordinary with "The Hollow Globe Or the World's Agitator" by PROF WM. F. LYON. This captivating work of science fiction and fantasy plunges readers into a world of hidden realms and unimaginable possibilities. Explore the mysteries of a hollow Earth and encounter the forces that seek to shape its destiny. First published in the late 19th century, this remarkable novel blends scientific speculation with elements of the occult and supernatural, offering a unique and thought-provoking reading experience. Discover a world where the boundaries of reality are blurred and the imagination knows no limits.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 Or the World's Agitator
Venture into the extraordinary with "The Hollow Globe Or the World's Agitator" by PROF WM. F. LYON. This captivating work of science fiction and fantasy plunges readers into a world of hidden realms and unimaginable possibilities. Explore the mysteries of a hollow Earth and encounter the forces that seek to shape its destiny. First published in the late 19th century, this remarkable novel blends scientific speculation with elements of the occult and supernatural, offering a unique and thought-provoking reading experience. Discover a world where the boundaries of reality are blurred and the imagination knows no limits.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.
Aubrey
When a ruthless criminal escapes from a maximum-security prison in London, the city is plunged into chaos. Leaving a bloody trail of bodies in his wake, he heads toward Nukeville, a place where secrets fester and the air itself feels cursed. But this is no ordinary fugitive-this man possesses terrifying, unnatural strength, a killer's instinct honed to perfection, and an eerie ability to vanish without a trace. The Metropolitan Police and the military launch a desperate manhunt, but the closer they get, the more they realize: they're not chasing a man they're hunting a force of destruction.Meanwhile, in a race against time, brilliant scientist Dr. Bill Bonny works tirelessly on a cure for cancer, as death rates spiral out of control and the global crisis deepens. When the fugitive's path of violence collides with Bonny's groundbreaking research, the doctor uncovers a chilling truth that threatens to upend humanity itself.As the clock ticks and bodies fall, one question haunts them all: what is the dark secret this killer is carrying to Nukeville-and can it be stopped before the world descends into irreversible chaos?The chase is on. The truth is deadly. And the end... may already be here.
Metaphorosis
Beautifully written speculative fiction from Metaphorosis magazine.Mysterious languages, unusual dogs, solitude, alien communications, and magic. The best science fiction and fantasy stories from Metaphorosis magazine's first year. The Demon in the Page - Joshua Phillip Johnson Heard - Elise Forier Edie In Dew and Frost and Flame - Vanessa Fogg The Heresy Machine - Gerald Warfield Gathering Dust - Meryl Stenhouse So, You're In an Alternate Universe - Jeremy Packert Burke Solomon and the Dragon's Tongue - Molly Etta Spoiler: She Leaves Him - Jack Noble The World's Secret Heartbeat - Aatif Rashid Whalesong - L. Chan How to Survive a Fish Attack - Kato Thompson My Dog is the Constellation Canis Major - Jarod K. Anderson The Sea Bank of Svalbard South - Octavia Cade
The Saromen Empire
THE SAROMEN EMPIRE is the second installment of the exciting Time Messenger series. In this installment we explore the origins of humanity, the interaction and conflicts of the Tarsi/Human alliance and the hostile Saromen Empire. The Saromen are an insectoid based race with a collective consciousness that have of late been showing cracks in the collective. Deviation from the collective can be dealt with harshly. This installment also outlines the origin of humanity and how all three races are unknowingly interdependent upon each other...buckle up for a great ride.
Shadowrun
ONCE UPON A TIME... ...there was a team of shadowrunners. Toro, an ex-Urban Brawler-turned-alleyway guardian angel. Richter, a bear shaman who sees the world through spiritual sight. C0untd0wn, an anarchist hacker with a penchant for explosives. All led by Punchline, a smiling face armed with a silver tongue and expensive tastes. They started with almost nothing in common, but were fated to be so much more. Tasked to help Saoirse, a visitor from the Realm of Fae, with her clandestine mission, the team must face dangerous threats from beyond the Sixth World reality they once knew. Inhuman Disian monsters from across the veil. Zealous Faustian cultists. Foolish allies-both willing and not-to their metaplanar invasion. The powers arrayed against them force the team to become more than the sum of their parts-or die trying. Can this unlikely team save not one but two worlds? The Sixth World is no stranger to faerie tales...and not all of them end happily ever after...
The Saromen Empire
THE SAROMEN EMPIRE is the second installment of the exciting Time Messenger series. In this installment we explore the origins of humanity, the interaction and conflicts of the Tarsi/Human alliance and the hostile Saromen Empire. The Saromen are an insectoid based race with a collective consciousness that have of late been showing cracks in the collective. Deviation from the collective can be dealt with harshly. This installment also outlines the origin of humanity and how all three races are unknowingly interdependent upon each other...buckle up for a great ride.
We Are Legion (We Are Bob)
"I love the Bobiverse! Some of the best sci-fi out there. These novels have everything, but most importantly Bob was there, too." --Andy Weir, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Project Hail Mary Featuring stenciled edges, original art for the front and back endpapers, and a new cover. The book that launched a thousand Bobs and the first novel in the Bobiverse series from Dennis E. Taylor, part space adventure, part philosophical voyage, We Are Legion (We Are Bob) is a captivating and hilarious exploration of the joys and dangers of artificial intelligence, the wonders of space, and everything that may await us out there. Welcome to the Bobiverse. We are Bob. We are legion. And we never intended on this. Bob Johansson had a plan. After selling his software business, a leisurely retirement awaited him. And, if the cryogenic lab freezing his head succeeds, an even longer retirement in the distant future when his corpsicle gets reawakened. Everything was looking up for Bob. That is, until he's killed crossing the street just moments after signing the papers. A century later, Bob wakes up, not in a utopia but an Earth on the precipice of war. America is run by an extremist government that stripped his rights as a frozen head, uploaded his consciousness into an AI, and selected him to search space for habitable planets as a self-replicating von Neumann probe. It's not ideal, but if he declines, he'll be switched off for good. With Earth in turmoil, space may actually be the safest place for Bob. But the government failed to mention that he isn't alone...at least three other countries are looking to claim the next Earth, and they play dirty. Using his new abilities and the von Neuman technology he does what any engineer would do: He makes more Bobs--and a virtual cat--and sets to save humanity before it's too late.
Yellow
CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED AUTHOR"Mysterious and mesmerizing."--Claire Stanford, Author of Happy for You Yellow is a luminous, genre-defying debut that fuses cosmic mystery, trauma, and transformation. It will take you on a journey through time, space, and the inner wilderness of one girl's mind.It's 1973: summer of the Watergate hearings and Skylab's launch into space when 12-year-old Z discovers an unclassified slime mold growing in her Louisiana backyard. Something compels her deep coherence with this magical creature-until an incident with a serial killer at the lake disrupts their connection. Both mystifying and metaphorical, Yellow becomes a guiding force for her brother Clem, a New Orleans seeker. As years pass, Z tries to recover what life has taught her to forget. A multi-threaded novel, Yellow weaves fact, physics, space exploration, and philosophy to create a transcendent reading experience.
All These Worlds
A sentient fleet of Bobs faces their greatest challenge yet in this thrilling third installment of the action-packed Bobiverse saga, where survival depends on outsmarting relentless enemies, uniting scattered clones, and the ultimate race against time. For nearly a century, being a sentient spaceship has been anything but peaceful for Bob and his clones, who find themselves constantly navigating a galaxy teetering on chaos. They've seeded enough colonies to safeguard humanity's future, but peace? That's another story. Old rivalries refuse to die. The relentless Brazilian probes are still gunning for them, and if that wasn't enough, the Bobs have managed to provoke a dangerous alien species. These ancient beings are powerful, hungry, and not exactly the forgiving type. After getting thoroughly outmatched in their first clash, the Bobs know a second encounter could mean the end--not just for them, but for Earth and every colony they've built. But rallying the Bobs is easier said than done. Some of the younger clones are more preoccupied with local dramas than with the looming interstellar threat. Hope, however, arrives from an unlikely corner of the universe. A discovery by a pair of eighth-generation Bobs might hold the key to humanity's survival. The problem? It's far away, and time is running out. If they can't get their find to Sol before the Others return, it may all be over. High stakes, sprawling adventures, and brainy mayhem collide in All These Worlds, the thrilling third chapter in the Bobiverse saga.
For We Are Many
The second installment in Dennis E. Taylor's imaginative sci-fi saga follows an AI-powered interstellar explorer as he confronts alien threats, chaotic post-apocalyptic hurdles, and the ultimate challenge of saving humanity. Waking up after death wasn't on Bob Johansson's bucket list. But here he is, four decades later, inhabiting the mind of a sentient computer and piloting a self-replicating space probe. It was supposed to be a dream gig--explore the cosmos, find new worlds, repeat. Instead, everything has gone spectacularly off-script. Humanity is hanging by a thread after a devastating war wiped out 99.9 percent of the human race. The planet is spiraling into nuclear darkness, extremist groups are fighting over what scraps of civilization remain, and rogue Brazilian probes are doing their best to annihilate everything in their path. And the Bobs have encountered a terrifying alien species with one very straightforward view of other life forms: food. Bob never signed up to be a hero, and he certainly didn't expect to play God to a fledgling alien civilization. Now, he faces the ultimate question: Can a scattered army of digital copies, outnumbered and outgunned, outsmart extinction itself? Packed with snarky humor, jaw-dropping discoveries, and a heaping dose of heart, For We Are Many continues the wildly inventive saga that redefines what it means to be human...or at least post-human. The stakes are immense, but with Bob on the job, survival might just depend on thinking way outside the box.
Space Colony One Books 7 - 9
Revenge works both waysWhen humanity's first deep-space colonists touched down on their new planet, they had no idea it was the birthplace of a hostile alien species.After enduring numerous attacks, the survivors realize the aliens are about to get their revenge by invading Earth.The colonists build a starship to journey to the homeworld and warn the inhabitants of the impending war.Generations have passed since the original colony ship departed Earth. What will the returners find when they arrive? And will they make it back in time to avert a disaster?So begins the final part of the epic space colonization adventure, Space Colony One.
Works of Jules Verne
Explore the imaginative world of Jules Verne in this carefully curated collection of his works. "Works of Jules Verne, Volume 11" presents a selection of his visionary novels and stories, showcasing his remarkable ability to blend scientific speculation with thrilling adventure. From voyages to the depths of the sea to journeys to the far reaches of space, Verne's tales have captivated readers for generations.This volume offers a glimpse into the mind of a true literary pioneer, whose writings foreshadowed many of the technological advancements of the 20th and 21st centuries. Experience the wonder and excitement of classic science fiction with Jules Verne, a master storyteller whose works continue to inspire and entertain.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.
Our Own Devices
Mid-century retro speculative fiction. Nine new stories and three essays on our obsession and entanglement with technology, based on historical fact, in the Zeitgeist of the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. With 31 archival pictures. Gilles Messier was born in Winnipeg in 1989. As an aerospace engineer, his interests concern the use and misuse of technology in war, nuclear energy and space exploration.
Mars’ Tomb
In 2001, the United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Rumsfeld, famously said in an interview on CBS that he had discovered approximately 2.3 trillion dollars missing from the previous military budget. Let that sink in for just a moment. 2.3 trillion dollars missing from the past budget. The next day, the 9/11 attacks were carried out, and Mr. Rumsfeld, who vowed to find those missing funds, never publicly mentioned them again. Where could those trillions have gone? The answer is anywhere.....and that's the scary part.
The Elysium Heist
Psalome Shipmen is a Dazzler, a hostess working on the gaming floors of The Elysium, the galaxy's most decadent space casino. But she is also a prisoner to the debt she inherited from her deadbeat father, with years of service ahead of her until she can earn her way out. Kiyokimora GoldWeaver is a disgraced heiress looking to rescue her family business with an audacious scheme to rob the casino. To pull it off, she needs Psalome on board. When they team up, it looks like a simple job - until Psalome meets Ilaria, the jewel in Kiyo's master plan, and sparks begin to fly. With a recovering alcoholic card counter and Psalome's little sister - who happens to be dating The Elysium's artificial intelligence - as part of the crew, they might still beat the odds... or learn that the house always wins.
