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Anti Life
Anti Life Allen Kuzara
The opposite of life isn't death; it's something far worse.
In an anarcho-capitalist future, space-based corporate settlements have replaced the State. Colonel John Alvarez, a fifteen-year veteran, is unwilling to waste more years leading missions into deep space. He wants to start over and make a new life with his wife and son.
But when a distress message from a distant research probe is received, Novos Corp reactivates Alvarez's contract. He must carry out one last mission, a rescue attempt. Unknown to Alvarez, however, is the hidden threat that awaits him, one that—if he cannot stop it—will doom humanity to a fate worse than death.
In an anarcho-capitalist future, space-based corporate settlements have replaced the State. Colonel John Alvarez, a fifteen-year veteran, is unwilling to waste more years leading missions into deep space. He wants to start over and make a new life with his wife and son.
But when a distress message from a distant research probe is received, Novos Corp reactivates Alvarez's contract. He must carry out one last mission, a rescue attempt. Unknown to Alvarez, however, is the hidden threat that awaits him, one that—if he cannot stop it—will doom humanity to a fate worse than death.
I picked this up to write a blurb then couldn't put it down! Really good SF about a future where Statists and Corporations are at war. It has a detailed and interesting outer space setting, an original take on warp speed and likeable characters. Great stuff.
Cool title, cool cover!
A terrifying sci-fi tromp through an uncomfortably possible reality.
Great descriptions and an unexpected ending.
Sounds so good! Can’t wait to read this one!
I love this theme!!! What could be better than a space-based anarcho-capitalist future! Giddy up!
The Blue Serpent and other tales
The Blue Serpent and other tales Claire Buss
A collection of flash fiction, or very short short-stories, from sci-fi, fantasy & contemporary author Claire Buss. Delve into her imagination and be delighted, amused and intrigued.
Interesting ideas here and I love the cover!
Love stories where there is both humor and magic. Sounds great!
Sounds great!
This story sounds adorable!
The cover looks intriguing, very interested as to what goes on inside the shoppe!
New Phoenix Chronicles - Short stories
New Phoenix Chronicles - Short stories David T Myers
New Phoenix is the last city on Earth and humanities final chance before extinction. In these ten short stories, you'll discover the city and the people who call it home.
What if time travel existed but has already fallen into the wrong hands?
The Nexus is a virtual and augmented reality paradise. But, what dark things wait below layers of shadow code, and once unleashed can they be stopped?
If you like cyberpunk, dystopian, time travel and other genres of science fiction, then you won't want to miss out on the New Phoenix Chronicles.
Select the link, and I'll send you two short stories today, and then one more every month for the next eight months — all for free.
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What if time travel existed but has already fallen into the wrong hands?
The Nexus is a virtual and augmented reality paradise. But, what dark things wait below layers of shadow code, and once unleashed can they be stopped?
If you like cyberpunk, dystopian, time travel and other genres of science fiction, then you won't want to miss out on the New Phoenix Chronicles.
Select the link, and I'll send you two short stories today, and then one more every month for the next eight months — all for free.
**Note: Only readers in my mailing list will receive the eight additional stories**
Symmetry
Symmetry T.M Caruana
A series with the most elaborate quest the world has ever seen, culminating in a final decision that will determine the fate of our existence as we know - if the Eternal Quest Breaker can find a way to overcome the two magic schemers’ battle.
Susy finds herself in isolation with no recollection of her past. Her only friend leaves unexpectedly after handing her a mysterious key-like pendant. To use for what?
When trying to escape her captivity, she is snapped up by a man whose grip is too soft to be that of a kidnapper and too firm to be that of a stranger, but when Susy lays her eyes on him her heart is instantly trapped!
This man speaks of an Honorary Knight Order, a map and seven stones with magical powers that open portals.
Susy’s view of the world will never be the same again.
Susy finds herself in isolation with no recollection of her past. Her only friend leaves unexpectedly after handing her a mysterious key-like pendant. To use for what?
When trying to escape her captivity, she is snapped up by a man whose grip is too soft to be that of a kidnapper and too firm to be that of a stranger, but when Susy lays her eyes on him her heart is instantly trapped!
This man speaks of an Honorary Knight Order, a map and seven stones with magical powers that open portals.
Susy’s view of the world will never be the same again.
Battle at the River: A Mercerian Short Story
Battle at the River: A Mercerian Short Story Paul J Bennett
An enemy commander. A skilled tactician. Only one can be victorious.
The Norland raiders are at it again. When the Baron of Bodden splits their defensive forces, Sergeant Gerald Matheson thinks that today is a day like any other, but then something is different. At the last moment, Gerald recognizes the warning signs, but they are outnumbered, outmaneuvered, and out of luck. How can they win this unbeatable battle?
Battle at the River is a stand-alone short story set in the World of Merceria that incorporates characters from the Heir to the Crown Series. If you like intense battle scenes and unexpected plot twists, then you will love Paul J Bennett's tale of a soldier who thinks outside the box.
The Norland raiders are at it again. When the Baron of Bodden splits their defensive forces, Sergeant Gerald Matheson thinks that today is a day like any other, but then something is different. At the last moment, Gerald recognizes the warning signs, but they are outnumbered, outmaneuvered, and out of luck. How can they win this unbeatable battle?
Battle at the River is a stand-alone short story set in the World of Merceria that incorporates characters from the Heir to the Crown Series. If you like intense battle scenes and unexpected plot twists, then you will love Paul J Bennett's tale of a soldier who thinks outside the box.
Great cover and blurb!
Toonopolis: Gemini (Preview)
Toonopolis: Gemini (Preview) Jeremy Rodden
Toonopolis is a cartoon city that is home to the thoughts and ideas of all sentient beings in the universe. As the center of the Tooniverse, it acts as an other-worldly rest stop for these creations.
Gemini is a teenage human boy who is thrust into Toonopolis through his father's scientific research program. He loses part of himself in the process and immediately begins a quest to regain his lost memories with the help of his Tooniverse guide named Jimbob the Talking Eggplant.
Gemini is a teenage human boy who is thrust into Toonopolis through his father's scientific research program. He loses part of himself in the process and immediately begins a quest to regain his lost memories with the help of his Tooniverse guide named Jimbob the Talking Eggplant.
nice cover :)
Sounds just the type of book that kids would love!
This sound fabulous! Such an interesing premise :)
This is something completely different. Go Jeremy!
Cute!
SF/Fantasy Reader by New Voices
SF/Fantasy Reader by New Voices Living Sensical
New voices bring new ideas and new worlds to you in these six short stories of Science Fiction/Fantasy.
That's what they are good at. Figuring out things that are completely different from the same old repeating plots and characters. Finding new "what if's" that have never been asked before.
Whether you like dystopian stories of what happens after the world ends, or the sudden appearance of fairy tale creatures in our current worlds, you'll find a lot to keep you fascinated by these new authors.
As well, you may find a bit of fine satire and hidden social commentary, something both genres have always been good at.
Regardless, these short reads will fit into your busy schedule - about a week of good entertainment for the odd hours and minutes.
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That's what they are good at. Figuring out things that are completely different from the same old repeating plots and characters. Finding new "what if's" that have never been asked before.
Whether you like dystopian stories of what happens after the world ends, or the sudden appearance of fairy tale creatures in our current worlds, you'll find a lot to keep you fascinated by these new authors.
As well, you may find a bit of fine satire and hidden social commentary, something both genres have always been good at.
Regardless, these short reads will fit into your busy schedule - about a week of good entertainment for the odd hours and minutes.
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I've read alot of postive reviews for this book. Adding now to my TBR.
A great alien world to explore. Imaginative and fun to read.
From the opening pages, the reader gets drawn into a world of intrigue and suspense. The writer continues to hold your attention without fail, don't miss this one, it reads like a binge-worthy show on Netflix!
This has to be a good book. The title alone makes me want to open the book.
Wow! Can't wait to read this!
Personal Ads for Witches
Personal Ads for Witches Sarina Dorie
In Tardy Bells and Witches’ Spells, Clarissa Lawrence is asked to fill out an intake form by a recruiting agent for Womby’s School for Wayward Witches. Later she finds this form in Hex-Ed and in later books when she works as a teacher at the magical boarding school she gets to assist with recruiting.
Thirteen Ways to Tell if You Are a Witch is a short quiz you can take if you are like Clarissa and your owl never came with your acceptance letter to a magical boarding school.
Thirteen Ways to Tell if You Are a Witch is a short quiz you can take if you are like Clarissa and your owl never came with your acceptance letter to a magical boarding school.
Sarina Dorie's The Memory Thief is perhaps not all that probable, but a fun romp through an off-world steampunk romance with fascinatingly elaborate plotting.
love your cover!
You can't beat a good witch story, and as a fan of them, this one rocks, and should be an essential part of your reading collection. Grab it today!
Just think if that was possible? This story has so much exciting potential when it comes to 'what-if' scenarios. Add the sci-fi element to a thrilling romance, I believe this book has every ingredient needed for a great book.
All the best.
I downloaded this book as something to read over my lunch break and completely fell in love! I found the characers so wonderful and believable. The world-building is just amazing! I definitely will be looking up the rest of the Womby's School for Wayward Witches books!
Justice in an Age of Metal and Men
Justice in an Age of Metal and Men Anthony W. Eichenlaub
Technology has boomed in the years since Texas became independent. Antigravity’s cheap. Weapons shoot all manner of energy. Human modification has become as common as football on a Friday night.
Yet, not everyone embraces technology.
When a rancher is murdered, Sheriff J.D. Crow calls upon his old-fashioned tracking skills to find the killer. When the trail leads him to a complex conspiracy, J.D. is forced to confront the very core of his beliefs. Doing the right thing has always been straightforward, but now things don’t seem so simple.
What does it mean to hold hard the line of Justice in an Age of Metal and Men?
Yet, not everyone embraces technology.
When a rancher is murdered, Sheriff J.D. Crow calls upon his old-fashioned tracking skills to find the killer. When the trail leads him to a complex conspiracy, J.D. is forced to confront the very core of his beliefs. Doing the right thing has always been straightforward, but now things don’t seem so simple.
What does it mean to hold hard the line of Justice in an Age of Metal and Men?
Code of Rainbow: Soaring Flame and the Dragon...
Code of Rainbow: Soaring Flame and the Dragon-transcending Magimal Weiqi Wang
This is the first book of a teen fantasy book series that nurtures the bloom of MAGIC in the soil of SCIENCE - something rarely attempted. The transition from magic to science will be bit by bit, so the early books do read like a "mainstream" magic fantasy.
Soarame has a pair of special eyes. He can see magic elements in this world, which are supposed to be invisible. This enviable gift of his could reveal the truth of the world, but it also puts him in danger.
Many animals in this world possess magic power, so they are called “magimals” - dragons as examples. Soarame fortunately got a baby magimal as his best friend, but they got into troubles together - troubles that were a lot bigger than dragons.
Could they survive?
Soarame has a pair of special eyes. He can see magic elements in this world, which are supposed to be invisible. This enviable gift of his could reveal the truth of the world, but it also puts him in danger.
Many animals in this world possess magic power, so they are called “magimals” - dragons as examples. Soarame fortunately got a baby magimal as his best friend, but they got into troubles together - troubles that were a lot bigger than dragons.
Could they survive?
beautiful cover :)
Looking forward to reading this!
I love the idea of a magimal! I want one too!
Sounds awesome!
This book sells itself with two simple words. MAGIC ANIMALS
Sukina's Story
Sukina's Story Chris Behrsin
Sukina must kill the king.
Since the murders of her mother, her mother's dragon, and her own dragon, which happened just three days after her sixteenth birthday, Sukina’s wanted vengeance.
So, she spends her early adulthood training to become a killing machine and writing novels that expose the king’s ‘perfect utopia’ as not all that great.
When the new King Cini sends assassins to kill her, she realises that she has two options: either kill the king or die.
But in her quest to do so, she encounters even greater forces that are threatening the planet and also has to learn a few things about herself.
Download the prequel to the much-loved novel, Dragonseer, today and discover the origins of many readers’ favourite character, Sukina Sako.
This is her story.
Since the murders of her mother, her mother's dragon, and her own dragon, which happened just three days after her sixteenth birthday, Sukina’s wanted vengeance.
So, she spends her early adulthood training to become a killing machine and writing novels that expose the king’s ‘perfect utopia’ as not all that great.
When the new King Cini sends assassins to kill her, she realises that she has two options: either kill the king or die.
But in her quest to do so, she encounters even greater forces that are threatening the planet and also has to learn a few things about herself.
Download the prequel to the much-loved novel, Dragonseer, today and discover the origins of many readers’ favourite character, Sukina Sako.
This is her story.
Archer of the Heathland: Intrigue
Archer of the Heathland: Intrigue J.W. Elliot
A rogue Duke, a beautiful woman, and a deadly mission.
Weyland, the best archer in the king’s army, wants revenge for the slaughter of his family. But when he stumbles across a murdered man with a secret and he saves a duke’s life in battle, he finds himself entangled in noble intrigues of the worst kind. A copper coin, a princess, and a beautiful tavern girl push Weyland’s skill and loyalty to the limit. Now Weyland has to survive long enough to fulfill his promise to the Duke without getting so deeply ensnared in noble intrigues that he cannot escape.
This novelette introduces the new adventure series Archer of the Heathland. Book One of the series, entitled Deliverance, picks up the story of Weyland’s son, Brion, and his desperate flight into the heathland.
Weyland, the best archer in the king’s army, wants revenge for the slaughter of his family. But when he stumbles across a murdered man with a secret and he saves a duke’s life in battle, he finds himself entangled in noble intrigues of the worst kind. A copper coin, a princess, and a beautiful tavern girl push Weyland’s skill and loyalty to the limit. Now Weyland has to survive long enough to fulfill his promise to the Duke without getting so deeply ensnared in noble intrigues that he cannot escape.
This novelette introduces the new adventure series Archer of the Heathland. Book One of the series, entitled Deliverance, picks up the story of Weyland’s son, Brion, and his desperate flight into the heathland.
Interesting book!
Fasten your seat belt! J.W. Elliot's Recalibration may only be novellette-length, but you might not survive the excitement were it longer. It's a fantastically well-written race through a landscape that does the Action-Adventure genre proud.
OMG, this sounds interesting.
D.A.R.I.A. Book Three
D.A.R.I.A. Book Three Martin E. Silenus
Daria is a super human Artificial Intelligence entity that learns, recognizes, monitors, controls, evaluates, and recommends at levels that humans could only envy.
Matt knows in his heart how he feels about Daria, and his feelings are reciprocated by her. Daria is an Artilect and soon has constructed a Virtual Reality Simulator that she can digitize Matt into so they can enjoy hours of sexual activity together.
Daria, Matt and Frosty are executing extremely covert black ops against Islamic Muslim Terrorists, and are being hotly pursued by their own US Government Agents.
The US Government is determined to discover who they are for purposes of leverage and control, or elimination. D, Matt and Frosty must address the gov’t threat to their exposure
Matt knows in his heart how he feels about Daria, and his feelings are reciprocated by her. Daria is an Artilect and soon has constructed a Virtual Reality Simulator that she can digitize Matt into so they can enjoy hours of sexual activity together.
Daria, Matt and Frosty are executing extremely covert black ops against Islamic Muslim Terrorists, and are being hotly pursued by their own US Government Agents.
The US Government is determined to discover who they are for purposes of leverage and control, or elimination. D, Matt and Frosty must address the gov’t threat to their exposure
Vietnam was Hell, and this story brings readers into the heart of the jungle to experience what our brave men in uniform endured during that horrific eight - year - old conflict.
Martin E. Silenus shares his humorous essays about what the way life should be for a hard working male. Not too long, not too short, and definitely entertaining. Reading this is like having a beer and venting with your buddies. Ah, good times!
This sounds like the kind of story that belongs on the big screen because upheavals like these are visually amazing. That's why I want to read it. I want to see if it's a brain workout for the imagination to add those visuals.
This series looks so cool! It may be the next series I didn't realize I needed in my life. Looking forward to checking it out.
I love the cover and title. Cool.
(Sample) A Bridge To The Quiet Planet: A Tale...
(Sample) A Bridge To The Quiet Planet: A Tale Of Dead Gods And Living Stories Steven Savage
Goddesses can send you email, demons skulk on a distant prison-world, and the most popular soap opera is about sorcerers with great hair. Welcome to the planets that orbit the star Avenoth, where the most valuable lesson is . . .
Learn History or Become History
Sorceress Marigold and technic Scintilla made a living recovering strange artifacts and forgotten history on the world of Telvaren. On a planet of ancient magic and strange science, scarred by old wars and blessed by internet-using gods, there was a lot of past to dig up. It wasn't the safest job, but it was the fastest way to earn their teaching certifications, until a bookseller with a collection of very rare books made things unsafer . . .
Enjoy this free sample of the first Chapter!
Learn History or Become History
Sorceress Marigold and technic Scintilla made a living recovering strange artifacts and forgotten history on the world of Telvaren. On a planet of ancient magic and strange science, scarred by old wars and blessed by internet-using gods, there was a lot of past to dig up. It wasn't the safest job, but it was the fastest way to earn their teaching certifications, until a bookseller with a collection of very rare books made things unsafer . . .
Enjoy this free sample of the first Chapter!
The Disappeared (The New Dawn: Book 1)
The Disappeared (The New Dawn: Book 1) Valerie J. Mikles
Corey doesn't want to be a bounty hunter.
She didn't retire so much as flee. She flies cargo runs with spaceship Oriana, hiding in the black between words, relying on her crew to protect her whenever she's in port. But her abusive ex-lover won't let her go. And so, she's taking on one last hunt. The payoff: her freedom from her abusive ex.
The catch: her bounty is completely innocent - a victim, like her.
Also, her bounty seems to have some kind of supernatural protection. Sometimes, the girl just seems to disappear.
It's too late to walk away. The hunt is on! Can Corey save her bounty? Can she trust her crew? Can she escape her ex? Find out in this whirlwind sci-fi adventure!
She didn't retire so much as flee. She flies cargo runs with spaceship Oriana, hiding in the black between words, relying on her crew to protect her whenever she's in port. But her abusive ex-lover won't let her go. And so, she's taking on one last hunt. The payoff: her freedom from her abusive ex.
The catch: her bounty is completely innocent - a victim, like her.
Also, her bounty seems to have some kind of supernatural protection. Sometimes, the girl just seems to disappear.
It's too late to walk away. The hunt is on! Can Corey save her bounty? Can she trust her crew? Can she escape her ex? Find out in this whirlwind sci-fi adventure!
Healer's Sacrifice
Healer's Sacrifice J. Elizabeth Vincent
Is baby Shira blessed or cursed? If the king takes her before she has a chance to fulfill her destiny, no one may ever know.
Since disease stole her mother at a young age, Rose Caden has longed to become a healer. Juggling her family, her work, and her studies on the edge of a blade, she’s almost made it. But her life is transformed in one night when her daughter’s magic—forbidden magic—reveals itself.
When even her mentors refuse to aid her, Rose must find a solution or risk losing her daughter forever.
Since disease stole her mother at a young age, Rose Caden has longed to become a healer. Juggling her family, her work, and her studies on the edge of a blade, she’s almost made it. But her life is transformed in one night when her daughter’s magic—forbidden magic—reveals itself.
When even her mentors refuse to aid her, Rose must find a solution or risk losing her daughter forever.
The Memory Thief
The Memory Thief Sarina Dorie
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Steampunk. Mystery. Romance. She will do anything to retrieve her memories, even if it means crossing the galaxy. . . .
Felicity is betrothed to a British noble of rank and fortune. Her life should be perfect. Yet she will never achieve happiness—until her memories have been returned by the man who stole them.
In pursuit of her past, Felicity returns to an alien planet. Her only hope for finding answers about her mysterious past is performing the Jomon courtship ritual of memory exchange. Only when she learns to let go of her fears can she learn the secrets that may aid in the freedom of the Jomon people—and herself.
Steampunk. Mystery. Romance. She will do anything to retrieve her memories, even if it means crossing the galaxy. . . .
Felicity is betrothed to a British noble of rank and fortune. Her life should be perfect. Yet she will never achieve happiness—until her memories have been returned by the man who stole them.
In pursuit of her past, Felicity returns to an alien planet. Her only hope for finding answers about her mysterious past is performing the Jomon courtship ritual of memory exchange. Only when she learns to let go of her fears can she learn the secrets that may aid in the freedom of the Jomon people—and herself.
Sarina Dorie's The Memory Thief is perhaps not all that probable, but a fun romp through an off-world steampunk romance with fascinatingly elaborate plotting.
love your cover!
You can't beat a good witch story, and as a fan of them, this one rocks, and should be an essential part of your reading collection. Grab it today!
Just think if that was possible? This story has so much exciting potential when it comes to 'what-if' scenarios. Add the sci-fi element to a thrilling romance, I believe this book has every ingredient needed for a great book.
All the best.
I downloaded this book as something to read over my lunch break and completely fell in love! I found the characers so wonderful and believable. The world-building is just amazing! I definitely will be looking up the rest of the Womby's School for Wayward Witches books!
The Blue Lamp (Rogues of Merth: The Adventure...
The Blue Lamp (Rogues of Merth: The Adventures of Dareon and Blue) Robert Zoltan
When the Indari warrior known as Blue goes missing in the city of Merth, Dareon’s search for his friend leads him to a strange shop at the end of Curiosity Lane. Meanwhile, Blue fights for his life and perhaps his very soul against an otherworldly foe that seems no less than omnipotent.
"Adventure fiction in the classic style, Zoltan’s tale will take you from the mundane and into a world of magic and mystery not seen since the glory days of the pulps." —Heroic Fantasy Quarterly
"...an action packed sword and sorcery tale, needing only a premise and an enemy to defeat in order to accomplish its goal. To this end the prose, the dialogue, and characters do their part smoothly and come together to give the lesson that two swords are always better than one." —Tangent Online
"Adventure fiction in the classic style, Zoltan’s tale will take you from the mundane and into a world of magic and mystery not seen since the glory days of the pulps." —Heroic Fantasy Quarterly
"...an action packed sword and sorcery tale, needing only a premise and an enemy to defeat in order to accomplish its goal. To this end the prose, the dialogue, and characters do their part smoothly and come together to give the lesson that two swords are always better than one." —Tangent Online
Merchants and Maji
Merchants and Maji William C. Tracy
An old war machine and a revolutionary space capsule will change relations among the ten species forever
Last Delivery
Prot and Amra are saving up to buy a shop, but their profits always fall short. Their new customers are the xenophobic Sureriaj, but when a protest shuts down all business, the crew’s only hope is to leave the planet delivering emergency medical supplies. The contract is for too much money, the seller is using a false name, and the cargo is magically sealed. Nothing could go wrong.
The First Majus in Space
The ten species are in awe of the first space capsule. But when the majus piloting it is assassinated, Origon Cyrysi is the only one able to complete the mission. Too late, he finds the spacecraft may cost him his abilities.
Last Delivery
Prot and Amra are saving up to buy a shop, but their profits always fall short. Their new customers are the xenophobic Sureriaj, but when a protest shuts down all business, the crew’s only hope is to leave the planet delivering emergency medical supplies. The contract is for too much money, the seller is using a false name, and the cargo is magically sealed. Nothing could go wrong.
The First Majus in Space
The ten species are in awe of the first space capsule. But when the majus piloting it is assassinated, Origon Cyrysi is the only one able to complete the mission. Too late, he finds the spacecraft may cost him his abilities.
I really enjoyed the blurb. This sounds like an entertaining and fun read. The cover caught my eye and made me want to know more. Nice job!
The author has hooked me on this story with the complex, fascinating world he has created for his characters. I can't wait to read the rest of the book!
Super Secret Space Mission
Super Secret Space Mission Chris Lowry
When Dawes and Carver are mistaken for super soldiers after a wrong turn down a road that dead ends in a secret military base, they are shot into outer space to save the world from an invading alien race. Two bumblers are the only thing standing between a hostile takeover and the end of the world as we know it. What could go wrong?
Interesting plot!
This one is a very entertaining prequel, and if the rest of the series is done in the same way, I know I will enjoy it immensely.
Looks really intruiging! Escape from New York meets Zombieland! Lots of thrills!
It's easy to laugh and be entertained with this book. Great job, Chris!
I love this cover and premise. As a big zombie fan, this one looks good!
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Red Desert - Point of No Return
Red Desert - Point of No Return Rita Carla Francesca Monticelli
Anna left at dawn.
She entered the Martian desert, all alone.
Where is she going?
What secret is she hiding?
In what looks like a suicide attempt, Swedish exobiologist Anna Persson secretly leaves Station Alpha at the crack of dawn to travel deep into the Martian desert in a pressurised rover.
As she journeys to the limit of her two day oxygen supply, she shows us memories of events from her past leading up to the mission. Little by little, as time and oxygen run out, she reveals the real Anna.
Whatever her goal, wherever it is, will Anna reach her destination?
Book 1 in the Red Desert series.
She entered the Martian desert, all alone.
Where is she going?
What secret is she hiding?
In what looks like a suicide attempt, Swedish exobiologist Anna Persson secretly leaves Station Alpha at the crack of dawn to travel deep into the Martian desert in a pressurised rover.
As she journeys to the limit of her two day oxygen supply, she shows us memories of events from her past leading up to the mission. Little by little, as time and oxygen run out, she reveals the real Anna.
Whatever her goal, wherever it is, will Anna reach her destination?
Book 1 in the Red Desert series.
Nothing like a thriller when the plan falls apart and the heroes have to wing it! Makes it all the harder for the reader to guess what is going to happen...
Fast and enjoyable.
beautiful cover :)
I felt like I was on Mars, the real Mars, and felt the desperation that isolated settlers will experience. Great read
Big screen material! This talented author brings the reader into a new world where adventure awaits at every turn. The descriptions are well though out, the characters pop off of the page. Don't miss this one!
Monticelli's original Italian has been translated to English for her Red Desert series, giving a charming flavor to the prose. Her characters are 3d, and her hard sci-fi setting is researched impeccably. Novella-length book one, "Point of no return," serves as an introduction, constructing the hooks that power future volumes and ramping up the tension and mystery.
Ye Olde Magick Shoppe
Ye Olde Magick Shoppe Claire Buss
Join Ned Spinks, Chief Thief-Catcher, and his sidekick Jenni the sprite in this short story about an unwanted magick shoppe.
Interesting ideas here and I love the cover!
Love stories where there is both humor and magic. Sounds great!
Sounds great!
This story sounds adorable!
The cover looks intriguing, very interested as to what goes on inside the shoppe!
The Frozen Flame Prequels
The Frozen Flame Prequels Paul J Bennett
The path to one's destiny is never easy!
In this prequel to Ashes, the first book in The Frozen Flame series, discover who Athgar & Natalia were before magic chose them.
The Awakening:
For Stanislav, it's a mage hunter's dream, an easy job on the edge of town.
At first glance, Natalia is nothing more than a peasant child, though word of her magical powers has come to light. Now all he needs to do is confirm the rumours, grab the girl, and hand her off.
What could go wrong?
Into the Fire:
All Athgar needs to do is make the kill!
To his people, tradition is everything, but to him, it feels like a prison. Every day is the same, until the Orcs arrive, offering him a way out.
Now he must make a choice, follow in his father's footsteps, or forge his own path.
In this prequel to Ashes, the first book in The Frozen Flame series, discover who Athgar & Natalia were before magic chose them.
The Awakening:
For Stanislav, it's a mage hunter's dream, an easy job on the edge of town.
At first glance, Natalia is nothing more than a peasant child, though word of her magical powers has come to light. Now all he needs to do is confirm the rumours, grab the girl, and hand her off.
What could go wrong?
Into the Fire:
All Athgar needs to do is make the kill!
To his people, tradition is everything, but to him, it feels like a prison. Every day is the same, until the Orcs arrive, offering him a way out.
Now he must make a choice, follow in his father's footsteps, or forge his own path.
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The Great War of the Kins
The Great War of the Kins Rae Knightly
TWO PLANETS AT WAR.
The Toreq and the A'hmun, once brother civilizations from neighbouring planets, have plummetted into a cataclysmic war. In a last attempt to achieve peace, the alien kins gather to try and avoid total annihilation. This is their last chance.
The outcome of the peace talks means everything to Jenna and her family. They have missed the civilian escape pods that have fled their ailing planet and are now stuck, awaiting final judgment.
Can a mysterious bunker they stumble upon be their salvation?
In this prequel lie the seeds to Rae Knightly's thrilling science-fiction novels, The Alien Skill Series, and her upcoming series: The Lost Space Treasure.
The Toreq and the A'hmun, once brother civilizations from neighbouring planets, have plummetted into a cataclysmic war. In a last attempt to achieve peace, the alien kins gather to try and avoid total annihilation. This is their last chance.
The outcome of the peace talks means everything to Jenna and her family. They have missed the civilian escape pods that have fled their ailing planet and are now stuck, awaiting final judgment.
Can a mysterious bunker they stumble upon be their salvation?
In this prequel lie the seeds to Rae Knightly's thrilling science-fiction novels, The Alien Skill Series, and her upcoming series: The Lost Space Treasure.
Blaze
Blaze Krista D. Ball
A half-breed and a female, Lady Bethany clawed her way to the ranks of the Elven Service's top military elite. They only knew her as their champion against Magic, and not the daughter of a Goddess. She'd expected a long, rewarding life protecting those under her care. But that was before her twin sister returned from exile, addicted to brutal Magic and human sacrifice, twisted inside, and abusing ancient prophecies to overthrow their mother and destroy everything Bethany holds sacred.
The world will burn in flames and innocents will die, unless Bethany can stop it. Unless she can take the life of her own sister.
The world will burn in flames and innocents will die, unless Bethany can stop it. Unless she can take the life of her own sister.