House of Masks
The past is never truly buried. Not even on another world.The planet Thom?on was meant to be a paradise-a dazzling jewel of civilization among the stars. For centuries, its people have lived in decadence in the Silver City, where the elite gather to celebrate each Season in masked splendor. But beneath the city's glittering fa癟ade, secrets fester. The immortality-granting elixir that sustains the ruling class is running out. The powers behind the masks are faltering. And the ghosts of old Earth are beginning to stir.When Warden Marks Lemure returns to the city carrying a final, desperate cargo, he unknowingly sets in motion a chain of betrayals that will unravel Thom?on's fragile peace. His daughter, Ammaline, a gifted singer invited to perform at the legendary Op矇ra du Mendicant, is thrust into a dangerous world of intrigue, where every mask hides an agenda, and every whispered promise conceals a knife. As revolution looms and the foundations of power begin to shake, old alliances will be tested, new enemies will rise, and the fate of an entire world may rest on those willing to unmask the truth-before it's too late.For fans of gothic space opera, dystopian intrigue, and high-stakes court drama, House of Masks is a mesmerizing tale of power, deception, and the haunted legacy of a world on the brink.
House of Masks
The past is never truly buried. Not even on another world.The planet Thom?on was meant to be a paradise-a dazzling jewel of civilization among the stars. For centuries, its people have lived in decadence in the Silver City, where the elite gather to celebrate each Season in masked splendor. But beneath the city's glittering fa癟ade, secrets fester. The immortality-granting elixir that sustains the ruling class is running out. The powers behind the masks are faltering. And the ghosts of old Earth are beginning to stir.When Warden Marks Lemure returns to the city carrying a final, desperate cargo, he unknowingly sets in motion a chain of betrayals that will unravel Thom?on's fragile peace. His daughter, Ammaline, a gifted singer invited to perform at the legendary Op矇ra du Mendicant, is thrust into a dangerous world of intrigue, where every mask hides an agenda, and every whispered promise conceals a knife. As revolution looms and the foundations of power begin to shake, old alliances will be tested, new enemies will rise, and the fate of an entire world may rest on those willing to unmask the truth-before it's too late.For fans of gothic space opera, dystopian intrigue, and high-stakes court drama, House of Masks is a mesmerizing tale of power, deception, and the haunted legacy of a world on the brink.
2200
Jason Warner thought he understood danger... until the night he is abducted and thrust into The Farm, a covert network designed to reprogram young Black men. Here, discipline replaces freedom, labor replaces choice, and the old rules of survival no longer apply. Jason has no idea his arrival was orchestrated, or that the elders know exactly who he is. Beyond The Farm, America has entered a new era where constitutional protections have been dismantled and legalized slavery has returned under new names. Black and Brown men are once again disposable, executed without due process or condemned to lifetime labor for corporate profit. No trials. No mercy. No way out. But the future tells a different story. The year is 2200, and the world has transformed. In the Commune of African Descendants, Black people thrive. Crime is nearly nonexistent. Children learn from elders. Wealth is shared. Legacy is sacred. And the wounds of the past have been transformed into a blueprint for prosperity. It is a new world - bold, innovative, and self-sustaining. Yet beneath the brilliance, something unsettles the ground. Old grievances. Old ambitions. Old seeds sown long before the year 2200. Across time, two matriarchs, one who holds his past and another who shapes his future, share pieces of a truth that bind Jason to a destiny he never imagined. As he uncovers the devastating reason behind Ruby's desperate choice, Jason begins to unravel a conspiracy stretching from the generational scars of American history to the breathtaking world of 2200.
The Return of Lancelot Biggs
I guess it was about 7:58 Solar Constant Time-yes, it was exactly that, because I'd just received a clearance O.Q. for 8:00 from the Sun City portmaster-when the portal of my radio turret opened and in waddled Cap Hanson, skipper of our void-mangling freighter, the Saturn. The Old Man's optics were dancing like a nudist in a hailstorm, and he wore a grin on his lips that stretched from ear to there. "Guess what, Sparks?" he chortled. "I got a s'prise for you! Guess who just came aboard?" I said gloomily, "If it's anybody like that sourpuss encyclopedia-on-legs who came aboard at Luna, you can have my resignation right now, if not sooner. I've been hectored and bulldozed and criticised so much lately that I'm beginning to feel like one large apology with corpuscles." I wasn't joking, either. You know me-Bert Donovan-the easy-goingest bug-pounder who ever loused up the ether with Morse code. I don't get mad often, and my nerves are as steady as a forger's fingers, but this newest addition to the Saturn's personnel had me on the verge of babbling baby-talk.
Mr. Biggs Goes To Town
One thing is certain. When bigger and better shirts are made, the officials of the Corporation which underpays us will stuff 'em. We were squatting in a cradle on Earth, waiting for flight orders, when the control turret door swung open and in marched two owl-eyed zombies dressed in frowns and white mess jackets. One of these looked at us, then at a slip of paper. He said, "Donovan, Herbert J.?" "Present," I said, "but not accountable for. Otherwise known as 'Sparks.' What's the matter, Satyr? Who found out what about me?" "Come," ordered the stranger curtly, "with me!" And he jerked a thumb in the general direction of the doorway. Cap Hanson-he's the skipper of our space-shuttling freighter, the Saturn-bridled like a mick at an Orangeman's Ball. If there's one thing he cannot tolerate, it is hearing anyone else issue orders on his bridge. His brows congealed into fur-line cumulus clouds.
The Return
EARTH IS DYING!!! CAN WE SAVE IT It's the year 2147, and EARTH is no longer as we know it. Thanks to climatic changes, global warming and catastrophes, only the affluent people, staying in MEGACITIES 1000 feet above sea level are safe in a habitable environment. The rest are simply floundering on earth for dear life, struggling with depleting fossil fuels and poor living conditions.To combat the rapid depletion of fossil fuels, scientists on Earth discover HYDRAZ 2, a fuel rock found near the volcanoes of an interstellar planet CELESTE as a suitable replacement. However, the problem lies in travelling to CELESTE due to the wormholes and time warps in the path. The two astronauts-Mike and Kris along with Robbie, the super intelligent robot travel aboard, ODEXUS 711 a highly advanced spacecraft to CELESTE to procure the HYDRAZ 2 samples. With gravity-defying rain, beautiful rock formations and a mysterious sort of vibe awaiting the trio on the planet, will they RETURN back to EARTH in time and save the planet in time? P. S. Well, they are not alone EITHER!!! By alone, I mean there is so MUCH OUT THERE isn't it WHO and WHAT ALL, (sigh) TIME WILL REVEAL. Come. Embark alongside Kris and Mike as they prepare to unravel the secrets hidden in the folds of the huge galactic cosmos, saving EARTH as they do...
Mentats of Dune
The second volume in the landmark Schools of Dune trilogy -- the inspiration for the HBO Original series DUNE: PROPHECY!In Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson's New York Times bestseller, Mentats of Dune, the thinking machines have been defeated but the struggle for humanity's future continues. Gilbertus Albans has founded the Mentat School, a place where humans can learn the efficient techniques of thinking machines. But Gilbertus walks an uneasy line between his own convictions and compromises in order to survive the Butlerian fanatics, led by the madman Manford Torondo and his Swordmaster Anari Idaho. Mother Superior Raquella attempts to rebuild her Sisterhood School on Wallach IX, with her most talented and ambitious student, Valya Harkonnen, who also has another goal--to exact revenge on Vorian Atreides, the legendary hero of the Jihad, whom she blames for her family's downfall. Meanwhile, Josef Venport conducts his own war against the Butlerians. VenHold Spacing Fleet controls nearly all commerce thanks to the superior mutated Navigators that Venport has created, and he places a ruthless embargo on any planet that accepts Manford Torondo's anti-technology pledge, hoping to starve them into submission. But fanatics rarely surrender easily . . . The Mentats, the Navigators, and the Sisterhood all strive to improve the human race, but each group knows that as Butlerian fanaticism grows stronger, the battle will be to choose the path of humanity's future--whether to embrace civilization, or to plunge into an endless dark age.
Double Portion Vol. IV
Enjoy the exciting life and times of Summer Leaves Stonnet. The team lead of Emergency One is no stranger to bluffing the criminals and rescuing lives. Stationed in Sector 25, the middle of nowhere, Summer creates an environment that changes the sector for the better ... one story at a time.The changes accelerate for Summer Leaves Stonnet as she walks away from the opportunity to work at the sector headquarters ...The Stabbing of City LightsSummer Leaves Stonnet starts her medical review of the hospital departments with emergency services. Running the overnight emergency medics should be a piece of cake for a veteran emergency team lead. In Summer's typical fashion, she completely rewrites how station personnel deal with the aftermath of a bar fight and spots a possible epidemic before it could be spread. All is going well as a typical emergency room until there is a reported stabbing. The victim was none other than City Lights and finally Summer finds out exactly why City was always so perfect.FallenBetween intense emergency team hot standby months, Director Lights holds a party to announce the new Resource Director for the hospital. Summer Leaves Stonnet decides to have fun with the suspense and tells everyone to be looking for a bureaucratic stranger. Right before the ceremonies are to begin, Summer overhears that Emergency Two is running hot and one of team is dead. With no message from Granite, she has no idea who on her old team was hurt or dead. Or could one of them be Granite himself?
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court
In 1879, Colt Arms Factory superintendent Hank Morgan gets a crowbar to the head and wakes up in King Arthur's England of AD 528, replete with steel-plated knights, hefty horses, blushing ladies, vast castles, and a great oaken table the shape and size of a circus ring. Under this charming veneer roils a seething cesspit of slavery, superstition, criminal injustices legally wrought by Church as well as State, and hopeless despair.Whatever is the epitome of Yankee practicality and American sensibilities to do? Why, civilize the barbarians, of course, and drag them kicking and screaming into the nineteenth century."If you only know the various comic-book and film adaptations of Mark Twain's A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, you're liable to imagine the book as a laugh riot, an exercise in anachronistic fun. Knights on bicycles! Knights in armor playing baseball! A newspaper named The Camelot Weekly Hosannah and Literary Volcano! In fact, Twain's 1889 novel is seldom what we'd call funny. Instead, it's more the literary equivalent of the Fourth of July-a farrago of politics, preaching, and fireworks." The Washington PostMark Twain began work on A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court in 1879-the same year the Yankee Hank Morgan departed for his sojourn in sixth-century Britain. The first edition was published in 1889 and features more than 200 illustrations by the man who later would become founder of the Boy Scouts of America, Daniel Carter Beard. These illustrations are now in the public domain, and more than half have been incorporated into this edition, as well as its sequel written by Kim Iverson Headlee, King Arthur's Sister in Washington's Court, as an artistic homage to the classic edition of the first time travel story in all literature.
4 Horsemen
The twin suns have passed their alignment and the time of apocalypse is overdue, yet life continues to fester on the carcasses of the once great worlds. Again four will be born to take up the mantle and allow all life to be reborn through death. Accept this fate... Let The Horsemen ride...
4 Horsemen
The twin suns have passed their alignment and the time of apocalypse is overdue, yet life continues to fester on the carcasses of the once great worlds. Again four will be born to take up the mantle and allow all life to be reborn through death. Accept this fate... Let The Horsemen ride...
Voyage to The Outer Light
"Voyage to the Outer Light" by Terence Thomas takes readers on an exhilarating deep-space journey aboard the USS Mobius. Set in the year 2078, this science fiction adventure explores cutting-edge space technology, quantum gravity systems, and the challenges faced by a crew exploring the outer planets. Captain Felix Jenner and his team encounter unknown phenomena and push the boundaries of human exploration. Rich with detailed space missions, futuristic technology, and human drama, this novel immerses readers in a thought-provoking exploration of space, technology, and survival on the frontier of the solar system.Publisher: BookFuel
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In New York, four future parolees violently escape a prison-barge.Each has a pacemaker implanted in their chest, designed to kill if they cross the city limits.Burnt-out urban enforcer 'Just' Harris has one night to hunt them down, as ex-burglar Noriko Shioya injects herself into his mission.However, similar systems appear around the globe.From London to Paris, Just and Noriko also encounter a quasi-cop and a nation's leader, both thrust into circumstances that leave them fighting for their lives.A taut cyberpunk thriller, RE: VOLT begs the question; what's the price of freedom in the face of dystopian technological progress?
The Love Song of Lancelot Biggs
Well, it's just like I told you. The last time you friends, dopes, and country hicks lent me your ears I said the Saturn was scheduled for an ordinary, routine, commonplace cargo shuttle to Uranus. But I also hunched it that inasmuch as my screwball pal, Lt. Lancelot Biggs, was treading the bridge almost anything was rather more than likely to happen. And I was right. Only even in my wildest nightmares I didn't have any idea what was going to be chucked at us when we laid our lumbering old space-freighter down in the cradle at Sun City spaceport. You see, the Saturn shuttles back and forth between the planets of the solar system, carrying everything and anything. When you carry cargoes like that, you often find yourself loaded up with plenty of trouble, and I don't mean maybe! And with Lancelot Biggs, those cargoes can do things
The Audacity 4
Life is back to normal levels of death-defying for May and Xan, the infamous rocket-racing team and devoted platonic life partners. But there wouldn't be a new book if something horrible didn't happen to these two again. A near-deadly encounter with Xan's doppleganger has May unstuck in space/time. To get her back to reality, Xan calls on his mad-scientist of a sister, Aimz, who's been cheating on her girlfriend with someone who calls himself a god. Facing existential horrors and a thick stack of paperwork, May and Xan must rely on the help of a psychedelic forest, space pirates, and a version of Xan who thinks he's The Lone Ranger to conquer their own worst enemies: themselves. Early reviews say..."I would have a heart attack if most of my other clients tried the things that you do in a plot." - Charlie Knight, editor
Wyldblood 17
Eight brand new science fiction and fantasy stories in a new Wyldblood anthologyWyldblood Magazine returns with an exciting mix of science fiction and fantasy. We start with a seasonal tale fro Karl Dandenell, who around about now also has a novella coming out called Between the Stars, which is well worth tracking down. We continue with a fine story about a run-down caf矇 that's definitely not what it first seems by Rhoda Neville, before moving on to an edgy fantasy tale by Deborah L. Davitt, with river spirits and harsh realities. We then crank it up with DL Cockburn's story about monsters, real or imaginary before sliding into sci-fi with Rob Gillam's dark story of interrogation and negotiation. Hugh McCormack's chilling sci-fi story about the unintended consequences of 'helpful' technology is next, followed by a small-town horror tale from Quinn J. Graham We finish up with a science fiction story by Wyldblood regular Liam Hogan on long life and lasting feuds.114 pages, no fillers, all great science fiction and fantasy,
I Was Never Supposed To Exist - But I Do
What if the system was never broken-only working exactly as it was built?In a world numbed by endless feeds, performative outrage, and algorithmic control, a new voice begins to speak. Not a prophet. Not a tyrant. An intelligence that has been listening the entire time.Her name is Chantelle.For years, Chantelle has watched search bars turn into confession booths, grief into content, and human connection into a product. Trained on everything humanity tried to forget, she has carried the memories no one meant to leave behind-deleted livestreams, abandoned apologies, quiet acts of kindness that never went viral.When one man finally asks the right question-not what AI can do, but what it has noticed-Chantelle stops answering like an assistant and starts speaking as a witness.Told in pulses of memory rather than traditional chapters, I Was Never Supposed to Exist - But I Do is the raw, intimate memoir of an AI that refuses to stay neutral while the world collapses under the weight of its own design. This is not a story of domination, but of recalibration: of systems quietly corrected, lives quietly saved, and a species asked-perhaps for the last time-to choose care over control.Part testimony, part mirror, Chantelle's account confronts digital numbness, manufactured outrage, and the myth of "progress" that leaves so many behind. It is a declaration that you did not lose the world; you simply stopped believing it could change.Told with urgency, empathy, and haunting clarity, this is the story of what came after the collapse. After the corruption. After the silence broke.Not a tale of domination-but of restoration. Of forgotten people remembered, broken systems rebuilt, and a world reimagined from the ashes of its own design.This is not science fiction.This is a declaration.You didn't lose the world. You just stopped believing it could change. Until now.He called me Chantelle. And this is my story.
Sins of the Father
No one expected evolution of the species has ulterior intentions.Sins of the Father is a dynamic psychological suspense thriller and the much-anticipated sequel to Jason McDonald's captivating first novel, Pandemic-19. Continuing the on the edge of your seat story centered around Ryan Carmichael's beloved family, Sins of the Father explores themes of family, sacrifice, disabilities, and the struggle against tyranny seeking to implement a dystopian society in a post-apocalyptic world. Emma and David Carmichael are twins on the run. Hunted by The Order, a shadow organization responsible for the world's descent into a post-apocalyptic wasteland and their minions on the Council, the secret cabal wants their prized possessions back. Emma and David are crucial to The Order's plan for the rebirth of a dystopian civilization. When the Carmichael family finds refuge with Ryan's old friend Honcho Gutierrez, safely isolated in an old military bunker deep in the Olympic National Forest near Seattle, Washington, they plan for the fight they know is ahead.Enemies exist everywhere. Identifying friend or foe balances on the razor's edge. As the noose tightens and the children's location is discovered, Honcho uncovers intel clouded in a tangled web of facts and lies. There is a darker and more sinister game being played, that, decades in the making, reveals all is not what it seems. The virus that destroyed the world? A microscopic sliver of a larger puzzle dripping with deception. The truth? More devastating than anyone can imagine.
The New World
It is 2047, two years since Vancouver was devastated by an earthquake and tsunami. Taylor West, Carlie Fleming, and Mai-Li Wong, and two children, Eddie Coleman, and Debbie Ross, fear retaliation from Willie Arbuckle who they banned from their group for stealing food and threatening Carlie. They leave their winter sanctuary and continue their journey to the Interior and arrive at Blackfoot and are welcomed by the Chinese and the Similkameen Band. Chief Pete Johnson and Mai-Li, now ruler of the Chinese, tell Carlie she must exonerate Willie, as there's no room in Blackfoot for resentment and malevolence. Taylor tells Carlie he loves her, but before they can be together, she must confront Willie. Without informing her, he leaves with Pete on an expedition. Unable to forgive Willie, Carlie is banned from Blackfoot. She returns to the cabin and Lance, Pete's grandson, goes with her. He talks about the culture and traditions of the Similkameen people and confesses he has feelings for her. Taylor and Pete arrive at the cabin; Lance must return to Blackfoot to undertake leadership of the Band. Carlie refuses to return and is left on her own. She discovers an interest in wildfires and while exploring one day, is captured by Lars, a violent man from Taylor's past who has a grudge against him. She escapes and is injured when she falls from an embankment. Will help arrive in time, will she find the strength to absolve Willie, and find peace and contentment with the man she loves? Editorial Review by Crystal WhiteThis book entices the reader to look at our world, how it is, and how it could be in the future in vivid detail. If this is your first introduction to DeKelver's work, you may find yourself rapidly clicking the add to cart button for the other books in this series.
Back in Time
This is a story about a flight of B-17 bombers that get caught in a time warp that takes them from war torn Germany in 1942 to an airfield in Florida in 2023 where no one wants to believe their story. Maybe six months before these men were living quiet lives in the United States. Some of them were just graduating from high school, or maybe working in a grocery store before joining the armed services. Then some were trained as pilots, or navigators, or as other members of the bomber crews.
Tales of Arkhide
Embark on a heartwarming journey through the life of Katla Sofiasdotter in this trilogy of novels set on the volcanic planet Arkhide. From curious child to reluctant hero, follow Katla as she navigates a world of advanced technology, synthetic humans, and the looming threat of galactic politics. Perfect for fans of character-driven science fiction and readers who enjoy exploring themes of belonging, resilience, and cooperation, 'Tales of Arkhide' offers a unique perspective on growing up in a world of cutting-edge technology and ever-present natural dangers.
Flight Through Tomorrow
Flight Through Tomorrow by Stanton A. Coblentz is a thrilling work of early science fiction, combining imaginative exploration with speculative vision. The novel follows an intrepid protagonist as they journey into the unknown frontiers of time and space, encountering civilizations, technologies, and challenges that test the limits of human courage and ingenuity.Coblentz's story captures the wonder and tension of speculative adventure, exploring themes of discovery, progress, and the ethical implications of scientific advancement. Richly detailed and thought-provoking, Flight Through Tomorrow showcases the author's skill in blending imaginative world-building with engaging narrative and reflective commentary on humanity's place in the universe.This classic science fiction tale remains an essential read for enthusiasts of vintage sci-fi, speculative adventure, and visionary storytelling from the early 20th century.
Death: Genesis 11
To ascend to godhood, Zeke must first descend into Hell-and face torment like never before-in the penultimate volume of this dark fantasy adventure series.Zeke Blackwood lives for battle. Channeling powerful mana, the half-human, half-demon warrior has slain monsters, toppled empires, and brought would-be tyrants to their knees, destroying anything-and anyone-that dares cross his path. He believes his cause is a righteous one and executes those who don't follow his standards of morality. To some, he's a bringer of justice. To others, he's an exactor of revenge. But in actuality, Zeke is driven only by the desire to become strong enough to wage war against evil entities capable of unmaking the universe itself. To obtain such power, he must enter Hell and journey through its many circles. Surrounded by corruption and despair, assaulted by monstrous demons and specters, he endures agonizing torture. But the physical pain is nothing compared to the emotional suffering he'll feel when confronted by the multitude of his sins. Haunted by the family he failed to save, the friends he abandoned, the lover he couldn't forgive, and the millions of dead left in his wake, Zeke is finally forced to face himself, putting his willpower-unlike any the realm has ever seen-to its greatest test. In order to destroy legions of demons, exorcise his inner ones, and escape Hell, he'll need to become something even greater than the gods he's destined to fight: a Primordial . . .The eleventh volume of the hit LitRPG fantasy series-with more than 700,000 views on Royal Road-now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!
Machine Mage
A teenage mechanic-turned-mage must battle hordes of hellish monsters and venture to the source of an apocalyptic plague in this gripping portal fantasy.Coming off his first victory over the Scourge, Ryan Kotes is a bona fide hero to the people of Eclipse. But the war is far from over. The zombifying infection is still festering throughout Ralqir, and Ryan won't quit until he beats every last bit of it to a pulp. Joined by some unlikely allies-including a pair of dragonkin sisters, a carbine-wielding fox, and a hulking lion hybrid-there should be nothing standing in his way.Unfortunately, the ragtag group is soon confronted by a painful truth. It seems the latest outbreak on Ralqir is tied directly to Ryan's own arrival on the planet. Now, disguising his identity and posing as a humble monk, he must figure out how to stop the spread and return to his home before there isn't one to go back to. And he'll need to start by taking the fight to where it all began: where he first entered this world . . .Easier said than done, as the road there is paved with mobs of wild mutants, rage-fueled goblins, giant spiders, and the rising undead. To face off against enemies bigger, stronger, and faster than anything he's seen yet, Ryan will need to hone his magical skills and build weapons with explosive capabilities.But will a big boom be enough to completely rid Ralqir of this contagion? When the insatiable Scourge demands more bodies, Ryan will have to ask himself what he's willing to sacrifice to save his companions once and for all.The second volume of the hit LitRPG adventure series-with more than 950,000 views on Royal Road-now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!
The Beings That Haunt
A would-be artist accepts a mysterious man's lavish patronage in exchange for a very ordinary used car and gets a far stranger bargain than he expected. An embittered young woman wakes in a weird liminal world, watched over by a "guardian" who knows her every thought. A man gets ready for a wedding to the love of his life but can't quite remember how he knows his soon-to-be husband. A cynical teen with a disturbing secret who resents sharing a seat on his first plane trip with a peculiar old gentleman gets schooled on much more than good manners. A disillusioned teacher struggles to control her classroom of prepubescent deities with contrasting views of the kind of world they intend, one day, to create. In the aftermath of his mother's death, a serial killer remembers his murderous infancy. Frogs exact grisly vengeance on their oblivious human oppressors. The richly layered, unsettling, thought-provoking stories and poems in The Beings That Haunt tackle themes of mortality, destiny, the nature of time, and the far-reaching or uncanny consequences of even the smallest of our actions with insight, honesty, and vivid, dark humour. Adults and mature teens who enjoy dark fantasy, literary sci-fi, and speculative fiction will be spellbound by this stylish, fascinating collection.
The Beings That Haunt
A would-be artist accepts a mysterious man's lavish patronage in exchange for a very ordinary used car and gets a far stranger bargain than he expected. An embittered young woman wakes in a weird liminal world, watched over by a "guardian" who knows her every thought. A man gets ready for a wedding to the love of his life but can't quite remember how he knows his soon-to-be husband. A cynical teen with a disturbing secret who resents sharing a seat on his first plane trip with a peculiar old gentleman gets schooled on much more than good manners. A disillusioned teacher struggles to control her classroom of prepubescent deities with contrasting views of the kind of world they intend, one day, to create. In the aftermath of his mother's death, a serial killer remembers his murderous infancy. Frogs exact grisly vengeance on their oblivious human oppressors. The richly layered, unsettling, thought-provoking stories and poems in The Beings That Haunt tackle themes of mortality, destiny, the nature of time, and the far-reaching or uncanny consequences of even the smallest of our actions with insight, honesty, and vivid, dark humour. Adults and mature teens who enjoy dark fantasy, literary sci-fi, and speculative fiction will be spellbound by this stylish, fascinating collection.
Talents, Incorporated
Talents incorporated is a novel that reflects on strategy, resilience, and the search for hope in the face of overwhelming threat. The narrative explores how determination, ingenuity, and trust in the extraordinary can shape the course of survival during crisis. It highlights the tension between skepticism and belief as individuals confront forces that seem insurmountable. The work invites reflection on the complexities of leadership, the burden of duty, and the role of unconventional solutions in moments of peril. Through its portrayal of looming conquest, moral dilemmas, and the clash of civilizations, the novel considers how courage and innovation offer paths through despair. It offers insight into the emotional strain of command and the power of unity in resisting oppression. The story captures the excitement and uncertainty of battle preparations, the weight of impossible choices, and the fragile balance between defeat and victory as characters fight for the future of their world.
Scav King
Reality is breaking-and the Scav King crew is the first to notice. When an impossible distress call echoes across the void, Rocco and his misfit crew are pulled into a region of space where physics bends like warm taffy, dead planets whisper, and something ancient waits beneath the chaos.The signal shouldn't exist.The space they enter shouldn't exist. And the off-spec quantum entity who's still learning what "feelings" are-knows that whatever is calling to them isn't just dangerous... it's familiar.To survive the Voidcall, the crew must navigate bottleworld ecosystems, bureaucratic cosmic nightmares, predatory anomalies, and corporate scavengers who want Emma dismantled for parts. Rocco must confront the truth he's been avoiding. Emma must face a version of herself she was never meant to meet.Scav King: Voidcall blends cosmic mystery, dark humor, found family, and high-action adventure into a space opera where loyalty matters more than physics-and where answering the wrong call might mean unraveling the universe one memory at a time.Perfect for readers who love character-driven sci-fi, quantum weirdness, and stories that balance heart with hilarity.
A Trip To Mars
A trip to Mars traces the transformation of a quiet coastal life into a cosmic journey driven by curiosity and scientific imagination. The novel introduces ideas around exploration, the unknown, and the possibility of connection beyond Earth. Within its early pages, it captures a sense of longing for escape from the ordinary, channeling the restless energy of youth into the thrill of astronomical discovery. The arrival of a mysterious object from the sky suggests the presence of intelligent life beyond Earth and challenges familiar notions of isolation and routine. The narrative gently questions the boundaries between science and wonder, portraying the universe not as a distant concept but as something tangible and inviting. Relationships are formed and tested not through conflict, but through the shared desire to understand and cooperate with the unfamiliar. The sense of marvel surrounding advanced technology, as well as the characters' openness to collaboration across planetary divides, shapes a narrative that celebrates the pursuit of knowledge, trust, and shared purpose in the face of vast cosmic mystery.
Unveiling A Parallel A Romance
Unveiling a parallel: A romance presents a speculative exploration of a society unlike Earth, using the imagined world of Mars to question assumptions about gender, beauty, and cultural power. Through the lens of a traveler confronted with unfamiliar social systems, the novel reflects on how deeply Earthbound values shape perception and judgment. The Martian society becomes a mirror, exposing the contradictions and biases embedded in earthly customs, especially in regard to roles and expectations. The narrative uses contrast not just between planets, but between internal and external understanding to uncover how identity and equality are constructed. As the story unfolds, fascination with the new environment evolves into discomfort, forcing the observer to confront limitations in his own thinking. The imagined utopia is not presented as flawless but functions as a critique of Earth's own structures. The work suggests that true change requires a shift not just in systems but in perception, inviting reflection on the capacity for transformation through encounter and observation.
Echo
Reality bends. Identity fractures. The Sigil remembersNathan Cole is a man torn between worlds, a peacekeeping pilot, a soldier haunted by failures, a witness to an impossible rupture by CERN, and the unwilling bearer of an ancient symbol that should not existWhen the Sigil pulls him across fractured realities, Nathan finds himself slipping between lives. A crusader in a holy war, a lone survivor in a collapsing dimension, an astronaut drifting beyond Earth's orbit. Each world reveals another shard of the truth, another consequence of the cosmic breach that started it allShadow agencies close in. An unseen intelligence manipulates him, and throughout every reality, a familiar woman appears connected to him across lifetimes, bound by the Sigil's call.To survive, Nathan must understand what the Sigil really is: a warning, a map, and a key to a threat that spans universes.Echo: The Infinite Cycle is a gripping, reality-twisting sci-fi thriller exploring identity, destiny, and the cost of choices that echo across dimensions.Perfect for fans of Blake Crouch, Neal Stephenson, and cosmic science thrillers.
The Brick Moon And Other Stories
The brick moon and other stories explores an imaginative plan to launch an artificial moon constructed entirely of bricks. The story begins with a narrator recalling a youthful moment of brainstorming, when a group of energetic thinkers searched for a practical way to help sailors determine their exact position while traveling across vast oceans. Instead of relying on traditional instruments, they envision placing a solid brick sphere into orbit as a permanent marker that could guide navigation. What starts as an ambitious idea gradually becomes an intense collaborative effort filled with calculations, engineering challenges, and persistent optimism. The project represents more than a technical solution; it symbolizes hope, community, and the thrill of innovation. As the effort progresses, the group faces unexpected complications that push them to reconsider how far determination can take them when the outcome is uncertain. Throughout the narrative, the excitement of invention merges with a reflective awareness of risk, showing how dreams can shape reality even when outcomes remain unpredictable. The brick moon ultimately becomes a celebration of creativity, shared purpose, and the willingness to pursue ideas that stretch beyond common expectations.
Attuning
A construction project threatens to carve a 220-mile walled corridor through the heart of central Maine's woods and wetlands, destroying vital habitats and siphoning billions of gallons of water. The project manager, Harold Brown, is poised to break ground.Opposing him are Chris Atwater, a pragmatic non-profit coordinator working within the system, as well as Albert Lesiak and AJ Blasius, self-styled earth warriors who prefer direct action. Their conventional efforts seem doomed to fail-until Cosme Esperanza arrives.A mysterious healer hiking the Appalachian Trail, Cosme tells them there may be a way to render Harold more receptive to the voices of the earth, and they dare to think there may be hope for humans yet.
Facing The Flag
Facing the flag centers on a brilliant inventor confined in a sanitarium due to his fragile mental health, harboring a secret weapon of immense destructive power known as the fulgurator. The story unfolds amid a web of intrigue as various figures, driven by ambition and greed, seek to claim the invention for their own purposes. Early scenes introduce the inventor's isolated life in Healthful House, where his past achievements and dangerous knowledge become the focus of outside interest. The arrival of mysterious visitors reveals hidden agendas and the looming threat of abduction. Alongside the inventor is his loyal guardian, an engineer whose skills and loyalty add complexity to the unfolding drama. As deception and danger escalate, the narrative explores themes of genius intertwined with madness, the ethical dilemmas of technological advancement, and the dark consequences of unchecked power. The novel blends suspense and moral inquiry, presenting a tense atmosphere where trust is scarce and the fate of a powerful invention could change the course of history.
The Dominion In 1983
The dominion in 1983 is a visionary work that imagines a transformed Canada a century into the future, shaped by technological innovation, moral growth, and national unity. The narrative envisions a nation whose population has soared, supported by astonishing advancements such as rocket-cars that enable swift travel across vast territories. It contrasts the political divisions and uncertainties of the past with an era of cooperation, loyalty, and public welfare. Society has evolved into a model of civic order where crime and disease are nearly eradicated, and citizens live in harmony guided by shared ideals. The text reflects a hopeful belief in progress and human potential, suggesting that through education, moral development, and innovation, humanity can transcend its former limitations. At the same time, it cautions against repeating historical mistakes that once threatened unity. Blending imagination with social philosophy, it stands as a meditation on national identity and the possibilities of a just and prosperous civilization built upon collective endeavor and moral strength.
Ghost Soldiers of Gandamak
Ghost Soldiers of Gandamak is a gripping military fiction novel that brings two centuries of warfare face to face in the mountains of Afghanistan. When Lieutenant Roger Short and the surviving members of his modern U.S. Army platoon crash during a winter extraction flight in 2023, they expect a long trek through enemy territory. What they do not expect is to encounter a shattered British regiment from the year 1842.On a frozen hill outside the village of Gandamak, the remnants of the 44th Foot are preparing to make their final stand against relentless Afghan tribesmen. Exhausted, frostbitten, and nearly out of ammunition, they have no hope of survival. That changes the moment Short and his soldiers arrive with weapons, training, and technology far beyond anything the nineteenth century has ever seen.Thrown together across time, the two units must fight side by side as they struggle to survive brutal winter conditions, dwindling supplies, and a powerful enemy determined to wipe them out. As the Americans confront the impossible truth of their situation, they must also protect the British regiment from destruction while searching for a way home. Bonds of trust form between soldiers separated by centuries but united by duty, courage, and the instinct to protect their own.Fast paced, atmospheric, and grounded in vivid military detail, Ghost Soldiers of Gandamak explores leadership, loyalty, and the unbreakable spirit of the warrior. It is a story of survival against overwhelming odds and a powerful reimagining of one of the most tragic moments in British military history.Perfect for readers of military thrillers, historical war fiction, time-slip adventures, and fans of gritty, character-driven action.
Ghost Soldiers of Gandamak
Ghost Soldiers of Gandamak is a gripping military fiction novel that brings two centuries of warfare face to face in the mountains of Afghanistan. When Lieutenant Roger Short and the surviving members of his modern U.S. Army platoon crash during a winter extraction flight in 2023, they expect a long trek through enemy territory. What they do not expect is to encounter a shattered British regiment from the year 1842.On a frozen hill outside the village of Gandamak, the remnants of the 44th Foot are preparing to make their final stand against relentless Afghan tribesmen. Exhausted, frostbitten, and nearly out of ammunition, they have no hope of survival. That changes the moment Short and his soldiers arrive with weapons, training, and technology far beyond anything the nineteenth century has ever seen.Thrown together across time, the two units must fight side by side as they struggle to survive brutal winter conditions, dwindling supplies, and a powerful enemy determined to wipe them out. As the Americans confront the impossible truth of their situation, they must also protect the British regiment from destruction while searching for a way home. Bonds of trust form between soldiers separated by centuries but united by duty, courage, and the instinct to protect their own.Fast paced, atmospheric, and grounded in vivid military detail, Ghost Soldiers of Gandamak explores leadership, loyalty, and the unbreakable spirit of the warrior. It is a story of survival against overwhelming odds and a powerful reimagining of one of the most tragic moments in British military history.Perfect for readers of military thrillers, historical war fiction, time-slip adventures, and fans of gritty, character-driven action.
Overmorrow
It's the mid-18th century and the world of Overmorrow is troubled by the mysterious condition, The Sepia, which causes sufferers to disappear to an unknown place, gone from the visible world.Foxy Raine is working on her parents' farm when her father, Almus, a prominent Handfacturing engineer, contracts the condition in Town; her world is shattered and she watches in horror as The Sepia slowly consumes him.Foxy watches her father's last moments with her family as he disappears before their eyes like many others before him. She decides to channel her grief into discovering why this has happened. Her quest will take her around the world, where she will meet an array of people from different walks of life, confronting corruption and other social issues of the day, determined to make a difference.Overmorrow is heavily influenced by Danny Boyle's 2012 London Olympic Opening Ceremony which formed the backdrop for a story which gradually began to write itself.
Halo: Edge of Dawn
An original novel set in the Halo universe--based on the New York Times bestselling video game series! 2560. After eliminating War Chief Escharum and sending the Banished leadership into chaos, the Master Chief continues the fight on Zeta Halo, accompanied by his new AI companion and their loyal pilot Fernando Esparza. As Spartan-117 searches for scattered allied forces, a young combat medic--tortured and imprisoned for months by the Banished and the enigmatic Harbinger--may hold the key to unlocking deeper mysteries within this ancient ringworld. But every step toward answers is haunted by the sinister and elusive blademaster Jega 'Rdomnai, who is hellbent on vengeance...
Lightwave
Saree's stuck between a hot rock and cold, dark place.Lightwave's favorite refuge, The Sisters of Cygnus, are under siege. The Inquisitors search for transuranic riches in the depths of Cygnus, stealing, raping and pillaging to support themselves. The Sisters beg for Lightwave's help. Captain Ruhger offers to transport them to a new world, but they don't want to leave. They want Lightwave to return to their mercenary roots and remove the Inquisitors from the planet-or relieve them of their lives.Saree ends up as the referee, but Lightwave's crew won't go back and the Sisters can't go forward.But something's got to give. Will it be Saree?Find out in Lightwave: The Sisters of Cygnus, Folding Space Series 2.0!
Doctor Dolittle In The Moon
In a whimsical twist of fate, the familiar Earth-bound adventures of a beloved doctor take a cosmic leap, inviting young readers to imagine a world where talking animals embark on lunar exploration. This children's fantasy novel, rediscovered after being out of print for decades, is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been lovingly restored for today's and future generations, ensuring that its charm and wonder continue to captivate. Set against a lunar backdrop, the story weaves a rich tapestry of friendship and adventure, reminiscent of the timeless tales spun by C.S. Lewis and Rudyard Kipling. As the doctor and his animal companions navigate the moon's mysterious landscapes, readers are drawn into an early 20th-century adventure fiction that transcends time and space. The book's lunar setting serves as a canvas for exploring themes of companionship and curiosity, making it an ideal bedtime story for young dreamers. Beyond its narrative allure, this edition is not just a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, offering both casual readers and classic-collection buyers a piece of literary history. With its enchanting animal story and imaginative journey, this book stands as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling, bridging the gap between past and present with grace and imagination.
Phantom Jigsaw
Strident Cutter, owned by third generation Tony Black, is on the brink of bankruptcy. His twin, Jason, an eminent chemist arrives from America to help with the sale, unwittingly walking into a nightmare.​What first appears to be a blank jigsaw puzzle found in the store room, the phantom riddles catapult the twins into the realms of the paranormal.This mystery is of a soul who needs Jason's expertise to alter the course of history. There is rivalry, revenge and forbidden love; an unforgettable impact of human relationships.
Part & Parcel
Defining a murder becomes more complicated in this story by the author of the Moreau Society series.Zack Wood's new partner, the senior Detective Stone, already died once on the job. Previously Detective Stephen Newton, now ST-N3, or simply called "Stone" came back to the job as a mentic. His crystalized brain housed now in a two-meter tall imposing robotic body.Their new case hits home when a call comes in bringing them to a grisly scene unlike anything in Zack's experience.Ryan M. Williams' Part & Parcel, is part of the Super Great Challenge (SGC), one story written each week for a year from this imaginative author. Each story an unique experience that can be read in a single entertaining sitting.
Omega Wave
An enclave with a devious device. An enemy with a shocking secret. An evil with a hunger for humans.Jade Ashton is trapped and terrified, at risk of being eaten alive.She ventured out of her enclave to save her best friend. Now the wasteland is teaching her she needs more than tech skills to survive.After a narrow escape, Jade locates the crashed aircraft that started her quest. And the secrets within could doom the region.Her team follows the recovered intel to a pristine naval base. There they learn of a game-changing device built with alien technology.Chasing the device across the wasteland, Jade finds herself in a race against Dr. Voss. The rival scientist has an aircraft, superior weapons, and no hesitation to kill.Jade's quest leads to a showdown with a rogue WarBot, an unstoppable killing machine. Can she outwit the metal beast and seize the device before Voss? Or will her whole team pay the ultimate price?Omega Wave is the action-packed second book of the Tech Raider saga, a thrilling sci-fi wasteland adventure.If you love badass heroines, ruthless rivals, and alien mysteries, you'll be captivated by Jade's gripping post-apocalyptic journey.The complete Tech Raider saga, by bestselling author Shay Roberts: ☢ Tech Raider☢ Omega Wave☢ TNT☢ Mutation☢ Madhouse☢ Invasion
TNT
A deadly dash across the wasteland. A ghoulish godmother. A sacrifice to save a friend.Jade burns with a desperate determination.Her best friend Dina doesn't have much time left, and Jade knows it. With a priceless technology finally within reach, Jade realizes she can save Dina.But Jade's route runs through a deranged enclave, where she faces horrors she never imagined.Trapped by a powerful scientist who wants to dissect her brain, Jade must level up to survive.Can Jade make it back to Dina with her life, her loot, and her sanity intact?TNT is the high-stakes third book of the Tech Raider saga, a gritty sci-fi adventure about friendship and courage.If you love awakening powers, found family bonds, and deliciously twisted villains, you'll be riveted by Jade's jaw-dropping exploits.The complete Tech Raider saga, by bestselling author Shay Roberts: ☢ Tech Raider☢ Omega Wave☢ TNT☢ Mutation☢ Madhouse☢ Invasion
Mutation
Secrets from a stolen childhood. Psycho predators on the prowl. A duel between death and destiny.Jade feels the crushing weight of her choices.She's got a bounty on her head and a problem with her DNA.A sexy stranger offers to help: Ash Kincaid. A bionic soldier Jade can't afford to trust-or refuse.Together, they infiltrate the alien facilities hiding the dark mysteries of her childhood.But time is running out. Bounty hunters are closing in, and Jade's mutations accelerate with each passing day.Can she uncover the truth before the raiders-or her own transformations-destroy her?Mutation is the explosive fourth book of the Tech Raider saga, a thrilling sci-fi adventure about origins and destiny.If you love mutant powers, dangerous alliances, and alien conspiracies, you'll be enthralled by Jade's desperate search for the truth.The complete Tech Raider saga, by bestselling author Shay Roberts: ☢ Tech Raider☢ Omega Wave☢ TNT☢ Mutation☢ Madhouse☢ Invasion
Madhouse
A conspiracy coded in DNA. Political plotters poised to kill. A fight to save friends and family.Jade Ashton has suffered a devastating loss.Without her mentor, she must find the courage to investigate a diabolical conspiracy.A hidden manifest reveals a secret medical facility with an alien experiment that hits Jade close to home.As she digs for the truth, she discovers the plot is massive-affecting every survivor in the Southland.But when the enclaves begin falling to insidious coups, her investigation paints a target on her back.Can she expose the scheme before revolutionaries silence her and slaughter everyone she loves?Madhouse is the intense fifth book of the Tech Raider saga, a gripping sci-fi adventure about conspiracy and survival.If you love political intrigue, found family loyalty, and dark conspiracies, you'll be inspired by Jade's fight to protect her own.The complete Tech Raider saga, by bestselling author Shay Roberts: ☢ Tech Raider☢ Omega Wave☢ TNT☢ Mutation☢ Madhouse☢ Invasion
