The New Age Series - Books 4-6
Books 4-6 in 'The New Age', a series of science fiction novels by Nicolette Fuller, now available in one volume!Crisis: Life has been peaceful in Meridiana, but Cassandra is asking her mother questions that Hokura is not yet ready to answer. Meanwhile, the compound has new visitors. Tobias, an ambassador from the northeast, is scouting safe zones, and offers help to those in need. But what he's truly looking for lies within the walled city, and once she catches his eye, he knows he needs to possess her - no matter the cost.Sacrifice: The professor has begun work on creating a new bionic arm for himself. Unfortunately, his attempts to clone one become futile. Failure after failure, he begins to slip into madness. The sacrifice is becoming too much, and only Hokura can bring him out of the darkness. But she's harboring a secret - something she's trying to keep from emerging to the surface.Malfunction: The secrets in Meridiana never end, and Hokura has been harboring her own ever since the heroic rescue from Michigan. It seems that Hokura's time has run out: she can no longer hide the truth, and the only person who can save her now is professor Dorian. As emotions run high, will the professor be able to work a miracle... or succumb to the hardest reality of all?
A Meteor King
"A Meteor King" transports readers to a world of speculative wonder, blending elements of early science fiction and fantasy. Written in the style of late 19th-century adventure novels, this book invites you to explore themes of utopian societies and the clash between technology and tradition. Follow the protagonist as he navigates a world of advanced machines, daring explorations, and social upheaval. Perfect for enthusiasts of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, "A Meteor King" offers a glimpse into the dreams and anxieties of a bygone era, reimagined with a modern sensibility. This book is a captivating read for anyone interested in the roots of science fiction and the timeless appeal of imaginative storytelling.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.
Memories of a Future
What if your deepest worries carry the truth you've been avoiding? What if somewhere between fear and hope you find the path that defines who you are becoming? In the distant past, Zunty, a tribal hunter burdened with responsibility, faces the haunting question of whether strength alone can secure his tribe's survival.In our present day, Pamela, trapped in a life defined by unfulfilled dreams and quiet desperation, wonders if it's too late to reclaim herself.And in the far future, Adam, a curious boy living in a seemingly perfect world, begins to question the true cost of humanity's ideal world and the forgotten value of struggle.Spanning twenty thousand years, Memories of a Future weaves together three emotionally echoing stories, connected by an invisible thread of worry and purpose.Could our deepest anxieties hold the key to understanding ourselves, our choices, and our paths forward? Each protagonist deals with worry in their own way through separate yet intertwined narratives. In the end, they chose to confront their worries and embrace them as a beacon in their journey of self-discovery.Have you?
Exodus: The Archimedes Engine
Explore EXODUS, a new sci-fi action-adventure RPG coming soon from Archetype Entertainment featured in this epic novel from legendary author Peter F. Hamilton. Forty thousand years ago, humanity fled a dying Earth. Traveling in massive arkships, these brave pioneers spread out across the galaxy to find a new home. After traveling thousands of light-years, one fleet of arkships arrived at Centauri, a dense cluster of stars with a vast array of potentially habitable planets. The survivors of Earth signaled to the remaining arkships that humanity had finally found its new home among the stars. Thousands of years later, the Centauri Cluster has flourished. The original settlers have evolved into advanced beings known as Celestials and divided themselves into powerful Dominions. One of the most influential is that of the Crown Celestials, an alliance of five great houses that controls vast areas of Centauri. As arkships continue to arrive, the remaining humans and their descendants must fight for survival against overwhelming odds or be forced into serving the Crown Dominion. Among those yearning for a better life is Finn, for whom Earth is not a memory but merely a footnote from humanity's ancient history. Born on one of the Crown Dominion worlds, Finn has known nothing but the repressive rule of the Celestials, though he dreams of the possibility of boundless space beyond his home. When another arkship from Earth, previously thought lost, unexpectedly arrives, Finn sees his chance to embrace a greater destiny and become a Traveler--one of a group of brave heroes dedicated to ensuring humanity's future by journeying into the vast unknown of distant space.
The Harbinger Crow
An unthinkable event ended in an unspeakable tragedy. Now, only one thing separates one man from insanity. 1800 miles away, across an apocalyptic landscape, lies the hope and promise that sustains him...that his true love is still alive. But can he survive the journey?
Brandon at Tanros
Barndon Cummings, a successful management consultant from New York, becomes a victim of the touch of two universes. He is torn from his existence on Earth and appears in another universe on the planet Tanros, where people have been used to dealing with so-called world jumpers for thousands of years. On Tanros, after centuries of oppression by radical priests, people live the great permissiveness and love between partners is alien to the native Tanros. Brandon integrates himself into the peculiar society, lives a fulfilled life at the side of Ushe, whose ancestors came from Thailand and who is capable of feeling love. The 280-hour man becomes a well-balanced, content and successful financial broker, and during his stay on Tanros the society undergoes repeated significant changes in which he participates. He is happy there, enjoying the freedom of movement, but the universe has its own ideas about Brandon's existence.
The Harbinger Crow
An unthinkable event ended in an unspeakable tragedy. Now, only one thing separates one man from insanity. 1800 miles away, across an apocalyptic landscape, lies the hope and promise that sustains him...that his true love is still alive. But can he survive the journey?
Disconnected, Volume I
Neila's life is turned upside down when she meets a man, who claims to be no other than the Norse God, Loki. This then sets off a series of events, during which she is plunged into the mythologies, getting to know the reality that lies behind. Throughout Loki's doings and deeds, Neila also gets accidentally swooped up by the happenings around him, spiriting her away to other worlds. Travelling around the nine realms, she learns about their true relations with each other while finding some new friends along the way. However, nothing is for free, and Neila soon finds out the price to pay for the knowledge she seeks.
Adventures in the Moon, and Other Worlds
Embark on a thrilling journey through the cosmos with 璽€œAdventures in the Moon, and Other Worlds, 璽€ a captivating early science fiction novel by John Russell, Earl Russell. First published in 1836, this imaginative tale transports readers to the moon and beyond, offering a glimpse into the fantastical possibilities envisioned by early pioneers of the genre. Experience the wonder and excitement of space exploration as the narrative unfolds, presenting a blend of adventure and speculative science that will enthrall readers of all ages. Rediscover this timeless classic and explore the boundless realms of imagination.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 Fallen Hunters
Orinthia joins forces with those who despise her. Kos risks everything to stand by her side. But when betrayal threatens their mission, who can they trust?She's faced pirates, betrayal, and impossible odds, but her deadliest mission lies ahead. As the Galactic Marauder Hunters begin to fracture from within, Orinthia is forced to join a crew of strangers on an operation that could topple the Earth Confederate.Haunted by a bitter rivalry with her sister and bribed with the freedom she craves, Orinthia boards a mysterious ship with a team who would rather see her in prison. Among them: a charming intelligence officer, a quiet grenadier, and a specialist with a past. As tensions rise and alliances fray, Orinthia must navigate a web of secrets and lies while confronting the sister who's shaped every part of her life.Meanwhile, Kos battles demons of his own. Determined to protect Orinthia, he risks old wounds and dangerous enemies to secure the future he isn't sure he deserves. His perspective is woven through the story, offering a second lens on a mission spiraling toward disaster.In the depths of space, not everyone will make it back alive.The Fallen Hunters is the gripping third installment of the Space Marauder Chronicles, packed with dual-POV storytelling, high-stakes action, and unforgettable twists.
Galactic Empire Wars
USA Today Best Selling Author Aliens have destroyed the Earth. They left behind eighteen million survivors who will never forget what has been done to their world. They turn to Mason Randle, who will do everything in his power to see that the Human race survives.Earth can no longer support life. The Moon, Mars, and the asteroids now provide safe havens for the stunned survivors. They find a protector in Major Wade Nelson. A dedicated marine who is willing to take the fight to the enemy. Marken is a Kivean. He is part of an alien race that helped Major Nelson and the other kidnapped military personnel escape from the Kleese. Because of his actions, his home world is now in jeopardy. Can a daring rescue mission save his people from the vengeful Kleese Empire?The Kleese. A galaxy spanning empire that sees the Humans as a nuisance that must be eliminated once and for all. They will send their war fleet to annihilate the remaining Humans.How can eighteen million survivors bring down an Empire that controls thousands of worlds and is totally merciless? Find out in Galactic Empire Wars: Emergence the second book in this new military science fiction series.
The Lost Fleet
For over six years, the Lost Fleets have been trapped in the Triangulum Galaxy. Every day has been filled full of danger as the galaxy conquering Simulins search relentlessly for them.With the arrival of the Distant Horizon, a daring plan is made. A message drone will be sent back home to give them warning of the deadly danger the Lost Fleets are facing. A danger that will soon boil over into the home galaxy as well.In the heart of a massive star cluster, Admiral Jeremy Strong learns the Simulins' greatest secret. A secret that is so dangerous it could mean the end of all civilized life.Back home Admiral Race Tolsen waits for a Simulin attack. An attack that the politicians in the Human Federation of Worlds don't believe will ever come. But Race knows better, all the evidence points to an imminent invasion. An invasion he doesn't have the forces to stop. He will need a miracle, but miracles sometimes are hard to come by.
Moon Wreck
The starship New Horizon is Earth's first attempt at an FTL capable spaceship. But others don't want the mission to succeed. The mission goes suddenly and horribly wrong with the possibility of inadvertently leading the Hocklyns to Earth decades in advance of their estimated arrival time. Can the cadets on the New Horizon stop the deadly plot before it's too late? The Federation survivors on Ceres have built a new warship. It's the most powerful ship they have ever built. Its mission is simple. Return to the old Federation worlds, search for survivors, and find out how far the Hocklyn Slave Empire has spread. The whole key to their mission is secrecy, but the disastrous events on the New Horizon may jeopardize everything.
Moon Wreck
Together for the first time by popular demand are all three of the Moon Wreck short stories. These three stories introduce the best selling Slaver Wars science fiction series.Moon Wreck: First ContactMoon Wreck: RevelationsMoon Wreck: Secrets of Ceres Disaster has struck the first Moon landing to be attempted in years. Commander Jason Strong and his fellow lunar explorer Greg Johnson have become stranded with no way home. In desperation, they set off in their lunar rover to check out an anomaly they discovered on their descent. What they find will shake their beliefs and what they know of human history. Edited by Frank MacDonald
Galactic Empire Wars
From the author of The Slaver Wars comes a new military science fiction series. To the Kleese, the Earth is nothing more than a planet full of conscripts to fight in their numerous wars of aggression. The Kleese are one of three large Galactic Empires that control the majority of the galaxy. To them, Earth is an extremely dangerous planet due to the aggressiveness of the humanoid species that inhabits it. The humans that inhabit Earth will make excellent conscripts, but something must be done to prevent them from expanding out into the galaxy. To the Kleese the solution is simple, take the conscripts they need and then destroy the planet.Mason Randle controls the Smithfield Mining Corporation. His main headquarters is inside the asteroid Vesta. The Kleese know nothing about what resides inside of the asteroid and the role it will play in saving the human race. Lieutenant Wade Nelson is a marine taken as a conscript by the Kleese. His primary goal is to find a way back to Earth. In the meantime, he will fight in the wars the Kleese are involved in until he knows enough to take the fight to the Kleese themselves. He will bid his time in the hope that someday he will find a way back home for himself and his marines.
Inn of the Survivors
Here, presented for the first time in English, in an excellent translation by Rose Facchini, is award-winning science fiction author Maico Morellini's Inn of the Survivors, a visionary tale of climate dystopia, mystery, and longing for a lost world. Amid the mists of the Po Valley forests and a desolate Adriatic, this is both an existential story of homesickness and a highly relevant warning for the world of today.
Norse Star
When an ancient fleet of Viking warriors vanishes without a trace, the world chalks it up to myth. But in the year 2045, the truth resurfaces beneath the Arctic ice: a hidden alien technology, Norse runes carved into star-forged ships, and a legacy that never died.Dr. Astrid Jorgensen never believed in legends-until one spoke her name.As descendants of Erik Bloodaxe awaken across the globe-bearing runes beneath their skin and memories not their own-the Earth finds itself caught between two impossible truths: the return of star-born warriors and the arrival of a cosmic enemy that devours entire worlds.Blending Norse mythology with cinematic science fiction, Norse Star is a mythic saga of identity, destiny, and the clash between ancient blood and future wars.
Frenemies in Space
Connie Phelan was born with no money, no prospects, and no filter. Her smart mouth got her into and out of trouble until she parlayed it into entertainment stardom. But that wasn't enough. She wanted to lord it over the kind of elites who had made her childhood hell. That led her to Marner, where people are vaguely cat-like and a form of slavery is legal. Smart mouth. Trouble. Some things never change.
Identity Theft
2009 Aurora Award nomineeA sense of wonder that hasn't prevailed in American SF since the days of Heinlein."-Books in CanadaThis new collection by the man Anne McCaffrey calls "an absolutely marvelous writer" includes Hugo Award nominee "Shed Skin, Nebula Award nominee Identity Theft, and Aurora Award winner Ineluctable." In these pages, you'll discover the dark secret of the only priest on Mars, revisit H.G. Wells's Morlocks, and learn what really happens when aliens beam us the Encyclopedia Galactica."Sawyer has a way of taking familiar ideas, looking at them from new angles and in greater depth than almost anybody before him, and tying them together to create extraordinarily fresh and thought-provoking stories."-Analog"Sawyer writes my favorite kind of science fiction: interesting characters, fast-paced plotting, science threaded elegantly into the prose - he does it all with grace and style. I am constantly amazed by the depth of Sawyer's characters - their humanity, their failings and their instincts." -Rodger Turner on SF Site"
Vanguard Annihilation
It looks like I started a rebellion.And the only way to end it... is to burn this empire to the ground.I tighten my grip on the pistol at my side, as my fleet closes in on the vast space station. The Paragon took my home from me. Now I'm going to take it back.I never wanted to be a leader. But when my crew fought off an army of vanguard shock troops and flesh-eating rippers, we sparked a rebellion. And that rebellion spread like wildfire across the stars.A lot of dangerous people want to see the Paragon fall. Smugglers, pirates, mercenaries... They're ruthless and divided but they have one thing in common-they seem to think I'm in charge.As the Paragon's authority falters and even deadlier enemies try to seize control, can I forge a band of outlaws into a force that can topple an empire?There's no going back for me now. I was made for war. Still, I always hoped I could be more than a killer. Always dreamed that the galaxy could be free. But if I want to see that future, I have to win this fight. I have to become the monster they created. One last time...An absolutely thrilling science-fiction adventure of tension, intrigue and hard-hitting action, the Paragon Space series is perfect for fans of James S.A. Corey, Marko Kloos and Craig Alanson.See why readers love Jarom Strong's epic space opera adventure: "Compelling and vivid... A high-powered, electric story... will keep military SF fans reading!" Jeremy Szal, author of Stormblood"Heists, super-soldiers, monsters, mysteries, there's something for everyone here... with a verve and energy that sweeps you along." M.R. Carey, bestselling author of The Girl with All the Gifts
The October Country
An expansive collection of 19 short stories from legendary science fiction and fantasy pioneer and National Book Award winner Ray Bradbury, now with a strikingly beautiful new cover design.Welcome to what Ray Bradbury deems the "undiscovered country" of his imagination. The nights are long in this country. The cold hours of darkness move like autumn mists, leading the way deeper and deeper toward an inevitable winter. But the moonlight reveals great magic and a breathtaking vista of fabulous ideas, outlandish concepts, unexplored notions, and otherworldly conceits--the creative landscape of America's premier short fiction writer.The October Country is many places: a picturesque Mexican village, where death is a tourist attraction; a city beneath the city, where drowned lovers are silently reunited; a carnival midway, where a tiny man's most cherished fantasy can be fulfilled night after night. The October Country's inhabitants live, dream, work, die--and sometimes live again--discovering, often too late, the high price of citizenship. Here a glass jar can hold memories or nightmares; a woman's newborn child can plot her murder; and a man's own skeleton can war against him. Here there is no escaping the dark stranger who lives upstairs . . . or the reaper who wields the world.Each of these stories is a wonder imagined by an acclaimed tale-teller writing from a place of shadows. But an astonishing beauty is born of the darkness--and of prose that enchants and enthralls. Ray Bradbury's The October Country can chill like a long-after-midnight wind . . . as these stories lift the reader high above the sleeping Earth on the wings of fantasy.
Idolfire
An epic sapphic fantasy roadtrip inspired by the fall of Rome, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Frontier and Floating Hotel On one side of the world, Aleya Ana-Ulai is desperate for a chance. Her family have written her off as a mistake, but she's determined to prove every last one of them wrong. On the other, Kirby of Wall's End is searching for redemption. An ancient curse tore her life apart, but to fix it, she'll have to leave everything behind. Fate sets them both on the path to Nivela, a city once poised to conquer the world with the power of a thousand stolen gods. Now the gates are closed and the old magic slumbers. Dead -- or waiting for a spark to light it anew... A character-driven science-fantasy road trip book with sword fights and a slowburn romance, Idolfire delves into the vastness of history and the terrifying power of organized faith.
A Meteor King
"A Meteor King" transports readers to a world of speculative wonder, blending elements of early science fiction and fantasy. Written in the style of late 19th-century adventure novels, this book invites you to explore themes of utopian societies and the clash between technology and tradition. Follow the protagonist as he navigates a world of advanced machines, daring explorations, and social upheaval. Perfect for enthusiasts of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, "A Meteor King" offers a glimpse into the dreams and anxieties of a bygone era, reimagined with a modern sensibility. This book is a captivating read for anyone interested in the roots of science fiction and the timeless appeal of imaginative storytelling.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.
Afterglow Defiance Ignited
When the end of the world was just the beginning...We rose from the ashes and now it's time to fight-for earth, for humanity, for hope, for love.But there is always a price.And survival always requires sacrifice.Can the world end more than once? Because that's what it feels like when Alina finds herself in a situation that is all too familiar-and not in a comforting way. But this time? She's ready to fight.Meanwhile, Jason and Carter form an unlikely alliance as they embark on a mission of their own. But will they come out on the other side as heroes? Or is this a fool's errand driven by irrational hearts?And what about the others?With forces of evil too close to home, in a battle pitting humanity against itself, which side do you choose? To live? Or to survive?Together, they were strong enough to face the end of the world...Will they find their way back to each other?Or will the flames they ignite burn too bright to ever return?
Mattie Masters Smith
Mattie has one dream that guides her through life. She wants to become a spaceship captain like her uncle. The only problem with that is that the Lunar Academy does not accept females. Mattie launches a campaign for the right to attend the only college for those wishing to become Spacers. She engages the media and goes on a T.V. show that does interviews of People in the News. But there is a reason why females are excluded from the moon-based academy, and Mattie must circumvent that as well. Will she succeed? Will she become the first female student at Lunar Academy?
Adventures in the Moon, and Other Worlds
Embark on a thrilling journey through the cosmos with 璽€œAdventures in the Moon, and Other Worlds, 璽€ a captivating early science fiction novel by John Russell, Earl Russell. First published in 1836, this imaginative tale transports readers to the moon and beyond, offering a glimpse into the fantastical possibilities envisioned by early pioneers of the genre. Experience the wonder and excitement of space exploration as the narrative unfolds, presenting a blend of adventure and speculative science that will enthrall readers of all ages. Rediscover this timeless classic and explore the boundless realms of imagination.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.
Falling From Space
From award-winning author J.M. Holmes - a thrilling Medieval adventure on a planet across the universe.Strap in and get ready for another roller-coaster thrill ride adventure with the galaxy's most entertaining pair of amateur sleuths!Kat and Jerry are back, in a hair-raising fight to stay alive after being accidentally drawn into an interplanetary conspiracy at the edge of the universe.Sidetracked while on vacation, the clever duo are racing to stay one step ahead of club-wielding thugs and bloodthirsty, monstrous beasts on the strangest planet they've ever visited.But can they outsmart the thugs, escape the monsters, and also survive a deadly plunge down the galaxy's only working Space Elevator? Or has the intrepid duo finally bitten off more than they can chew?This exciting adventure will have you alternately laughing along with these entertaining lovers or holding your breath in suspense. It's a mix of action, humour, and cloak-and-dagger thrills that will leave you hungry for more.
Blood and Qi
John, a vampire who has lived for nearly six thousand years, continues his journey of self-cultivation and survival. His past, however, comes to haunt him in the form of Lilly, his wife. Although she claims to want to help John assist humans in the fight against the invasion, a sinister cold-dark force means he can't be sure of her. Struggling to survive, John must continue to cultivate his skills as effectively as possible. John and his companions need to make careful choices as a new threat looms closer. With many battles ahead of John, he needs to find out if he has what it takes to destroy armies of demons, dark ones, and far more powerful foes. And as John's power becomes stronger, the moral choices he makes have greater consequence. Will John and his companies become closer to unlocking the mysteries of the Tree of Life?
Detour
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - A space shuttle flight crew discovers that the Earth they've returned to is not the home they left behind in the first book of this emotional, mind-bending thriller series from the creator of the hit Netflix show Manifest and the bestselling author of The Warehouse. "If The Martian and The Twilight Zone had a baby, it would be Detour--a thriller that messes with your head as you scramble to piece together what's really going on."--Steve Netter, Best Thriller Books Ryan Crane wasn't looking for trouble--just a cup of coffee. But when this cop spots a gunman emerging from an unmarked van, he leaps into action and unknowingly saves John Ward, a billionaire with presidential aspirations, from an assassination attempt. As thanks for Ryan's quick thinking, Ward offers him the chance of a lifetime: to join a group of lucky civilians chosen to accompany three veteran astronauts on the first manned mission to Saturn's moon Titan. A devoted family man, Ryan is reluctant to leave on this two-year expedition, yet with the encouragement of his loving wife--and an exorbitant paycheck guaranteeing lifetime care for their disabled son--he crews up and ventures into a new frontier. But as the ship is circling Titan, it is rocked by an unexplained series of explosions. The crew works together to get back on course, and they return to Earth as heroes. When the fanfare dies down, Ryan and his fellow astronauts notice that things are different. Some changes are good, such as lavish upgrades to their homes, but others are more disconcerting. Before the group can connect, mysterious figures start tailing them, and their communications are scrambled. Separated and suspicious, the crew must uncover the truth and decide how far they're willing to go to return to their normal lives. Just when their space adventure seemingly ends, it shockingly begins.
The MMRPG Apocalypse 3
Mike Reynolds is a Necromancer in a post-apocalypse world where an RPG system has been imposed on planet Earth. The former gas station clerk has risen to the challenges of the game and continues to stay ahead of the level curve imposed by whoever controls the game. After a devastating earthquake designed to restructure the game, Mike and his powerful team must find a new place to call home. However, with the reorganization of the game, comes new threats even more powerful than the last. Mike and his team must race to level up before the Gnoll City destroys everything they have worked so hard to protect-their lives. From the bestselling LitRPG author of The RPG Apocalypse
Elevator People
"Brilliantly written! Dystopian thriller packed with humor, heart, and horror. Eight charity volunteers go on a macabre journey and confront the most consequential moral message of our time. They must decide whether to embrace it or hide out at a mattress store in a Baltimore mini-mall." - Bruce Goldberg, best-selling author "Original! Funny! Surprising! A wake-up call for a world that has gone astray." - Cynthia Shortreed, editor "An imaginative sci-fi masterpiece with unexpected twists and turns. It forces you to rethink your values. You'll never look at life, compassion, or the planet in the same way again." - Sue Jones, Hollywood TV Report"What do Charles Manson, the Killer Clown, and Hitler have in common? They all make an appearance in Elevator People. Have they come back to life? Or what? I'm not telling. You'll have to read this well-crafted, edge-of-your-seat thriller to find out." - Pamelyn Ferdin, actressEight people leave a charity gala in 2025. They step off a hotel elevator and find themselves in a different century. This is not an ordinary world. They see atrocities-hideous and hellish things found only in nightmares. The place is a horror show. Their values and beliefs are put to the test. Victims beg for help, and they become underground operatives. They are hunted by the authorities and the cultlike masses who call them terrorists. They are a threat to their customs, a risk to their bloodthirsty ways. They eventually learn that thousands of elevator people around the world have time traveled as a part of the Earthling Extermination Project. Earth is causing catastrophic weather events for other planets, and elevator people are tasked with softening the blow before annihilation day-that is, if they agree to accept the mission. Will they save the planet? Will they ever get home? What will be their fate?
The Chosen
The prison break left blood on the ground and forty-two children on the run through the ruins of a broken city.Aiden is separated from the others, hunted by the Collective, and surviving on instinct. But when he is pulled into the Astral Plane, he begins to see Michael not as a threat but as someone he might need to survive.Bishop William leads the Collective with unwavering faith, enforcing sacrifice in the name of divine order. When a mission to retrieve the Unwanted nearly gets him killed, he is taken to Foundry, where he uncovers Father Joshua's corruption and begins planning how to reclaim control before the Collective collapses. Mira is sick, running out of time, and following a trail she hopes will lead to her son. But she does not know she's being hunted.Some will find strength. Some will fall apart. None of them will escape unchanged.The Chosen is a post-apocalyptic psychological thriller about survival, fractured loyalties, and learning to trust the part of yourself you always feared.
R. U. 307
Step back in time to explore a vision of the future with "R. U. 307," a thought-provoking novel from 1919. This early work of science fiction offers a glimpse into a meticulously planned society, raising questions about individuality, conformity, and the cost of utopia. "R. U. 307" invites readers to consider the potential consequences of unchecked social engineering and the enduring importance of human freedom. Discover a forgotten classic that resonates with contemporary concerns about technology, control, and the future of humanity.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.
Star Wars: Trials of the Jedi (the High Republic)
In this epic conclusion to Star Wars: The High Republic, the Jedi face a final confrontation against the Nihil and Marchion Ro. The Force is everything. A single life connected to all life. All things connected to all other things. This is what the Jedi believe, and this is why they fight. For life . . . and the light. For too long, the light has been threatened by Marchion Ro, a sinister despot who will stop at nothing in his quest for power. The conflict with Ro and his marauding Nihil forces has left scars across the galaxy and held the Republic hostage. Countless lives have been lost, beacons of hope have fallen, and the collective courage and resolve of the Republic have been tested like never before. Through it all the Jedi Order has endured, an unwavering candle against the encroaching darkness. But the Jedi have yet to solve the mystery of the Nameless creatures who feed on the Force. Ro has loosed them upon the galaxy, striking fear into the heart of even the most stalwart Jedi. And yet with every life saved and world freed from Nihil control, the all-consuming blight, which devours everything wherever it appears, threatens to wipe it all away. Everything now depends on nine brave Jedi, led by Avar Kriss and Elzar Mann, who embark on a treacherous journey to the Nameless homeworld. Their quest: to finally solve the mystery of the Nameless and their connection to the Force, and to stop the blight before its damage becomes irreversible. But a final confrontation with Marchion Ro awaits. Ro, who is willing to sacrifice everything he's achieved to secure a final victory against the Jedi and carve his name into the very stars for all time. Nothing less than the fate of everything, perhaps even the Force itself, is at stake.
Flare and Bind
In the seven years since leaving their scavenger planet homeworld with the synchronists, Meri has made a good life for themself in the merchant corps. They like the work, they're figuring out a situationship with way-out-of-their-league diplomat Xavia Tane, and they've made friends among humans and fai alike. If their next sale-a collaboration with Xavia- is successful, Meri will finally have proven to themself and everyone else that they are right where they belong.Then the boss's shiny new flagship goes missing in a gate storm while carrying Meri's cargo, station fai start acting strange, and a distant cousin shows up full of resentment and vague threats, throwing Meri off their game.Everything falls apart.With the help of the notoriously contrary fai known as the Curator, Meri untangles the connections. Everything leads back to their family and the planet Meri swore never to return to, but no one else-not even Xavia-seems to realize how far Meri's family will go to get what they want...
Roman Antiquities, and Ancient Mythology
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.
R. U. 307
Step back in time to explore a vision of the future with "R. U. 307," a thought-provoking novel from 1919. This early work of science fiction offers a glimpse into a meticulously planned society, raising questions about individuality, conformity, and the cost of utopia. "R. U. 307" invites readers to consider the potential consequences of unchecked social engineering and the enduring importance of human freedom. Discover a forgotten classic that resonates with contemporary concerns about technology, control, and the future of humanity.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.
Roman Antiquities, and Ancient Mythology
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.
PepperJack Online Sleuthing Service
Being digital is everything it's cracked up to be! But for Pepper and Jack, accidentally created artificial intelligent computer programs, being virtual has its drawbacks. Part of the AI Underground, Pepper and Jack navigate the computer networks of the Milky Way Galaxy to help their human friends, Alice Pemberton and Eugene McGillicuddy. But as Pepper and Jack soon learn, not having a body doesn't mean they can't be killed. A powerful new enemy, born partially from Pepper's own code, wants to stop Pepper and erase the entire universe. Pepper and Jack race to save Eugene, Alice, fight this new threat, and prevent the entire galaxy from being destroyed in this thrilling conclusion to the McGilliverse saga!
Writers of Wonder
Masters of the science fiction story have been advising initiates on the form almost since the birth of the genre. Here some of the earliest such masters from the 1940s and 1950s, both authors and editors, render their commentary and advice on how to write outstanding science fiction stories. Contributors include Robert Bloch, Ross Rocklynne, Leigh Brackett, August Derleth, Fritz Leiber, John W. Campbell, Margaret St. Clair, Col. S. P. Meek, Manley Wade Wellman, Shirley Jackson, Martin Gardner, Robert Moore Williams, Isaac Asimov, Sam Merwin, Jr., and Mack Reynolds. Their commentary and advice is as timely and useful now as it was when first rendered.
The Potency of Ungovernable Impulses
The next entry in the multi-award-nominated cozy space-opera mystery series The Investigations of Mossa and Pleiti! When a former classmate begs Pleiti for help on behalf of her cousin--who's up for a prestigious academic position at a rival Jovian university but has been accused of plagiarism on the eve of her defense--Pleiti agrees to investigate the matter. Even if she has to do it without Mossa, her partner in more ways than one. Even if she's still reeling from Mossa's sudden isolation and bewildering rejection. Yet what appears to be a case of an attempted reputational smearing devolves into something decidedly more dangerous--and possibly deadly. The Investigations of Mossa and PleitiThe Mimicking of Known SuccessesThe Imposition of Unnecessary ObstaclesThe Potency of Ungovernable Impulses The Centenal CycleInfomocracyNull StatesState Tectonics
The Kamayeh
John Pioneer is a Navy pilot who dreamed of exploring Antarctica. He purchased a hovercraft and had it re-engineered and expanded to fly on battery-powered engines. He and his Navy mate, Thomas Foreman, flew over Antarctica at low altitudes and slow speeds. While halfway into their journey, they saw strange clouds. They changed course to investigate and ran into an invisible forcefield. They later fell into a cave hole. Thomas Foreman died from the impact. John almost died. He had become a quadriplegic and was about to die. The Kamayeh pointed a laser beam at the cave and transferred John to the compound. While in the compound, John was turned into a Kamayeh. He was equipped with a new robotic body from his neck down to his feet. John falls in love with Alex1984, a female Kamayeh who helped John adapt to his new body. John became quite impressed with the Kamayeh technology but often questioned their policy of isolation and non-intervention in human catastrophes, including a large tsunami and the eruption of Yellowstone. John defies orders and demands that the Kamayeh intervene and save his son Justin from a bear attack, from the Yellowstone eruption, and a suicide attempt.The Kamayeh's home, their compound in Antarctica, which they had been occupying for thousands of years, collapsed due to earthquakes and the melting snow and ice, wiping out more than half of their population. John played an important role in saving the Kamayeh from the collapsed compound as well as finding them a new home. The story touches several different aspects of life and death, including meditation, the purpose of life, knowledge, infinity, and love.
An Autumn Mystery and Other Science Fiction Stories
Five new short stories from Chris Wade, including An Autumn Mystery, Barker on the Other Side, When He Awoke, Lurkers of the Waste Land, and Charlie Petty in the Waste Land. Five mind bending sci-fi tales with a twist.
The Folded Sky
Dr. Sunya Song embarks on an interstellar journey across the Milky Way to connect with the artificial intelligence known as Baomind, a moon-sized entity that holds the key to humanity's survival amidst cosmic challenges and unforeseen threats in Hugo Award-winning author Elizabeth Bear's next epic science fiction novel. Information doesn't want to be free. Information wants to vanish without a trace. Sunya Song's job is to stop that from happening. She's an archinformist: a specialist historian whose job usually involves sitting at a console at her university job near the Galactic Core, sorting ancient documents and restoring corrupted files. But now, the research opportunity of a lifetime has sent her--along with her teenage children and alien wife--halfway across the galaxy to preserve the data and aid in the retrieval of the archaeological find of the century: an ancient alien artificial intelligence called Baomind. As vast as a stellar system, the Baomind orbits a dying red giant, and the star's time has nearly ended. The isolated research station and its small fleet of ships come under attack by fanatic Freeport pirates who believe that artificial intelligence is an abomination that must be destroyed, putting the lives of Sunya and her family at risk. Tens of thousands of lightyears from home, isolated from all help, Sunya is the only one who can save them all.
The Intus Invasion
The stars held more than humanity's future......they revealed an alien menace that could end it all.First contact wasn't peaceful. The Zodarks, brutal and unrelenting, tore into the Republic's defenses. Armed with cunning and unquenchable bloodthirst, the four-armed warriors dominated over every adversary.Caught off guard as the Republic stumbled into an interstellar war it wasn't ready to fight-against an adversary born from nightmares. Mankind clung to hope as it healed divisions, forged new alliances, and prepared for the war thrusted upon it.Amid the chaos, Ripley Willis Lee, a young officer with a brilliant mind for strategy, rose to face the challenge. His courage and determination inspired those around him, but the burden of leadership grew heavier with every battle. During the invasion of Intus, his decisions would mean the difference between survival and annihilation.The battle for Intus would decide more than victory.Would humanity survive the trials of the stars-or succumb to them?The Intus Invasion is the gripping first entry in a new series set in the Rise of the Republic universe. If you crave high-stakes battles, dark revelations, and the fight for humanity's survival, this is your next great read.
The Hydra
The Hydra continues the Biblically inspired parable of struggles between forces of light and darkness. The Collective, controlling an army of host bodies, liberates a convicted traitor in order to mastermind the ultimate weapon of terror. The Shǒuh羅 Zhě (Keepers of Honor, the elite warriors of Jook-sing) join with freedom fighters of many worlds to war against an enemy using a quantum-based weapon of mass destruction. The Hydra combines absurd comedy, off-centered ideas, and ties them with concepts relative to our world. It's an escape from orthodox science fiction, exploring faith, time travel, new worlds, and old. A book deliciously baked together like a well-seasoned meatloaf. Come along for the ride and bring your cup of coffee. Donuts will be provided.
Dangerous Days on a Pleasure Planet
Surviving the Trip of a LifetimeLina knows she got incredibly lucky on her first marine xenobiology assignment.Investigating life forms on Sarkans 3, an exclusive and spectacular leisure planet.But a bizarre unnatural event warns her of truly dangerous times ahead.Decades of research, countless lives, and the foundation of humanity's spacefaring culture hang in the balance.Will Lina uncover the mysterious forces at work before her world collapses around her?Find out in this exciting space opera adventure!An excerpt from Dangerous Days on a Pleasure Planet: A Slow-Motion DisasterThe water had withdrawn past her tidal pool and well beyond where the red sand was exposed even at the lowest of tides.The utter silence with the ongoing background noise of waves left her ears and nerves wailing.Even the tourists were quiet. Lina turned and scrambled out of her now-drained collection spot, trying not to slip on the mat of seaweed and clutching her pack in one hand. She waved the other over her head and yelled as loud as she could."Get to high ground, now! Call in your support scoot for emergency rescue!"All the climbers who'd been so active and busy and noisy simply stared, either at her or the widening expanse of beach. Their confused eyes and faces scattered all over the cliff's surface might have been amusing if they weren't in danger they didn't seem to understand.Running toward her own sky-scoot and wishing she dared change into the boots in her pack, Lina shouted again."Get away from the beach! Can't you see?"
