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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!
Boo! Can You See Us? Luna Book One
Boo! Can You See Us? Luna Book One Desy Smith
Have You EVER seen a ghost with wings?
Luna has her share of problems. She has no significant other. She rambles when she’s nervous and she despises family dinner. She can also see ghost
Join Luna and Za’Riyah where they journey to a world, Luna never knew existed, and the creatures are NOT make believe and possibly dangerous.
Luna has her share of problems. She has no significant other. She rambles when she’s nervous and she despises family dinner. She can also see ghost
Join Luna and Za’Riyah where they journey to a world, Luna never knew existed, and the creatures are NOT make believe and possibly dangerous.
A witty yet convincing presentation of telepathy is just one of the indicators that Desy Smith's DIVISION will be a fun read for lovers of fantasy and romance.
"Division" is an amazing rhyme between unity and necessity. I love the mutal "special" concept both genders share, as well as the philosophy of both being eventually better together. Excellent!
On the money!
This is great
Star Crusader: Hero of the Alliance
Star Crusader: Hero of the Alliance Michael Thomas
Nate has a talent for space combat after hundreds of victories in the Star Crusader videogame simulation. His skills are unique, enough to gain him a rare privilege. The chance to join five other Alliance cadets and escape the dull routine of the classroom. They will enter a fierce competition light-years away in the ancient Byotai Empire. Yet days after their arrival a rebellious faction begins a bloody mutiny that spreads like wildfire. The time for competition has ended; the time of war has begun.
A handful of capital ships attempt to avoid the massacre, but only Relentless escapes. Nate and his friends are aboard, part of the few to make it out alive. Relentless is a heavily armoured assault ship, a relic from another age, but most of her crew members are dead or missing.
A handful of capital ships attempt to avoid the massacre, but only Relentless escapes. Nate and his friends are aboard, part of the few to make it out alive. Relentless is a heavily armoured assault ship, a relic from another age, but most of her crew members are dead or missing.
Someone To Kiss My Scars
Someone To Kiss My Scars Brooke Skipstone
Hunter needs to remember. Jazz needs to forget. They need each other to heal in this teen thriller of survivor love.
Hunter’s past is a mystery to him, erased by a doctor at the direction of his father. But memories of the secret trauma begin to surface when Hunter sees other people’s memories—visions invading his mind with stories of abuse, teen self-mutilation, rape, and forbidden sex.
His best friend Jazz has dark and disturbing memories of her own that she hides behind her sass and wit. Hunter discovers he can rescue the victims, even though he risks adding their suffering to his own.
Hunter and Jazz kiss each other’s scars and form a bond of empathy no two teens should ever need.
This book contains scenes of sexual abuse, self-mutilation, and suicide.
Hunter’s past is a mystery to him, erased by a doctor at the direction of his father. But memories of the secret trauma begin to surface when Hunter sees other people’s memories—visions invading his mind with stories of abuse, teen self-mutilation, rape, and forbidden sex.
His best friend Jazz has dark and disturbing memories of her own that she hides behind her sass and wit. Hunter discovers he can rescue the victims, even though he risks adding their suffering to his own.
Hunter and Jazz kiss each other’s scars and form a bond of empathy no two teens should ever need.
This book contains scenes of sexual abuse, self-mutilation, and suicide.
Al Clark-Christopher's Journal
Al Clark-Christopher's Journal Jonathan G. Meyer
Christopher is alone and trapped in a small portion of a massive colonial starship. How he handles his confinement will determine whether he lives or dies. To maintain his sanity he documents his ordeal in a journal, complete with hand-drawn illustrations. This book is that well used chronical.
Al Clark-Christopher's Journal is a prelude to the AL CLARK Series that can be read before, during, or after the series.
Al Clark-Christopher's Journal is a prelude to the AL CLARK Series that can be read before, during, or after the series.
Remeon's Quest: Blood Origin
Remeon's Quest: Blood Origin J.W. Garrett
A young man struggling to forge his own path… A priestess forced to conceive an heir… A forbidden love…
Captured in a sweep of beings from Earth to aid planet Remeon’s dying society, Jack is plagued by deep ceded deception and mind control from those on the planet who seek to dictate the end of life choices of their citizens.
Sides are chosen as ancient magical powers thought to be long dead align to intervene in the fate of the two young lovers forcing a chain of events in motion that cannot be undone.
Truths will be destroyed. Myths will find life. Whose ultimate power will reign?
Captured in a sweep of beings from Earth to aid planet Remeon’s dying society, Jack is plagued by deep ceded deception and mind control from those on the planet who seek to dictate the end of life choices of their citizens.
Sides are chosen as ancient magical powers thought to be long dead align to intervene in the fate of the two young lovers forcing a chain of events in motion that cannot be undone.
Truths will be destroyed. Myths will find life. Whose ultimate power will reign?
Good News
Good News Javier D. Esteban
Tihr Phlib was a happy man. Owner of Healtech Laboratories, it's been a hundred and fifty years since he stopped growing old, as well as his father and his sister, thanks to the existing agreements among all the researchers devoted to the development of life extension improvements.
But all of this have changed today. An unexpected call will shake the whole world on which he had built his hitherto placid existence: his sister has been paralyzed. A disgrace that will test his capacity to fully redirect the course of his life and those who depend on him.
But all of this have changed today. An unexpected call will shake the whole world on which he had built his hitherto placid existence: his sister has been paralyzed. A disgrace that will test his capacity to fully redirect the course of his life and those who depend on him.
Fractures
Fractures C.S. Vass
She’s been betrayed. Become bitter and broken.
Will Fiona learn to trust again?
She has no choice if she wants to save her home.
Fiona’s out for revenge, but revenge is complicated in a world flooded with magic.
Haygarden is a wasteland. Imperial agents and an underground mafia have transformed the city into a war zone—not to mention the secret new power Fiona’s oldest enemies have harnessed.
Despite this, Fiona’s greatest threat is from herself. In an effort to gain the strength needed to vanquish her foes, she’s meddled in dark magic.
The power is immense.
So are the stakes.
She’ll have to use all of her cunning to survive.
Her friends will help her, but only if she can find it in her heart to forgive them.
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Will Fiona learn to trust again?
She has no choice if she wants to save her home.
Fiona’s out for revenge, but revenge is complicated in a world flooded with magic.
Haygarden is a wasteland. Imperial agents and an underground mafia have transformed the city into a war zone—not to mention the secret new power Fiona’s oldest enemies have harnessed.
Despite this, Fiona’s greatest threat is from herself. In an effort to gain the strength needed to vanquish her foes, she’s meddled in dark magic.
The power is immense.
So are the stakes.
She’ll have to use all of her cunning to survive.
Her friends will help her, but only if she can find it in her heart to forgive them.
Check it out now!
Vass has created a subtle world of magic and intrigue here, and I highly recommend that you start his series with these first couple chapters!
It's scary!
I love the cover! Colorful and creepy! Catches my eye.
I love magic and fantasy! Fabulous cover and intriguing book description. I can't wait to read it!
Warrior King (Star Legions: The Terran Wars B...
Warrior King (Star Legions: The Terran Wars Book 1) Michael Thomas
After decades of civil war and bloodshed, the exhausted Terrans are unprepared for what is coming. An apocalyptic war looms, and few believe it is a war that can be survived, let alone won. As Terran colonies evacuate, the mighty Laconians stand alone against the merciless Empire and its limitless legions. But like the famous 300 Spartans before them, they will fight to the end, no matter the odds, and they will never surrender.
Warrior King is the first book in the 'Star Legions: The Terran Wars' series by Michael G. Thomas, the bestselling author of the Star Crusades series. This is the standalone sequel series to the bestselling 'Star Legions: Ten Thousand' series (now available as a discounted 7 book box set).
Warrior King is the first book in the 'Star Legions: The Terran Wars' series by Michael G. Thomas, the bestselling author of the Star Crusades series. This is the standalone sequel series to the bestselling 'Star Legions: Ten Thousand' series (now available as a discounted 7 book box set).
The Wizard and The King: A Sam-Ell Prequel
The Wizard and The King: A Sam-Ell Prequel C E Denison
Walaz and Lanar do not like one another, but today they find they are brothers on the battlefield, brough together by a common enemy Kenar. Kenar the most powerful wizard Sam-Ell has ever known has sent their world in a season of darkness and death. They are outnumbered, and the worst threat of Kenar controls death form the sky, dragons! It is up top them to stop Kenar before the world plummets into a time of total darkness. Walaz driven to his daughters, Lanar is driven to stop and old friend. Aided by Jakiel a soldier loyal to the king and Idar a soldier who does not trust the king but fights for his brothers.
Together they stand on the battlefield but a series of grave mistake and choices may the world of Sam-Ell on a journey that will continue into the ages to come.
Together they stand on the battlefield but a series of grave mistake and choices may the world of Sam-Ell on a journey that will continue into the ages to come.
Adam's Rings
Adam's Rings Matthew White
Adam showed promise as a student and held a fleeting dream that he would one day travel to the stars but every breath of his life has been a lie.
Adam has been grown in a machine on board a research station orbiting Saturn and designed to be its perfect operator. Had the experiment succeeded, he would have thought he launched from Earth as an astronaut and woken up on the far side never the wiser. Thanks to a catastrophic accident, he has arisen years early, without the training and development that would have allowed him to thrive and accept the calling.
Will Adam accept his fate, strive against those who stole his early years of innocence, or fail in a fleeting attempt at survival?
Adam has been grown in a machine on board a research station orbiting Saturn and designed to be its perfect operator. Had the experiment succeeded, he would have thought he launched from Earth as an astronaut and woken up on the far side never the wiser. Thanks to a catastrophic accident, he has arisen years early, without the training and development that would have allowed him to thrive and accept the calling.
Will Adam accept his fate, strive against those who stole his early years of innocence, or fail in a fleeting attempt at survival?
Salvage Rat—An excerpt
Salvage Rat—An excerpt Larry N. Martin
Star Force pilot and hero Wyatt McCoy left his medals and career behind after the Rim Wars, disillusioned and bitter when he learns the truths behind the conflict. He takes his converted gunship, the Nellie B, and heads to the Near Fringe, salvaging derelict ships and abandoned mining colonies. Dr. Beth Parker is a space archeologist, documenting the history of planetary expansion and colonization for Kalok Enterprises. A piece of alien technology embeds itself in Beth’s arm, giving her the ability to see the energy impressions of long ago people and events. When Beth uncovers proof of genocide that could bring down the big mining companies, she’s the target of assassins. Wyatt makes a split-second decision to intervene, launching them both into a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game.
Larry always gives you a great ride.
Salvage Rat (by Larry N. Martin) Blasts off as fast as the hero's gunship. From gunfights to intrigue. It's got all the ingredients for a Thriller with a hot splash of SciFi!
An intriguing premise - this sounds like a story with lots of opportunities for twists and turns!
Great title
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!
Interstellar Tech Support: A Short Funny Stor...
Interstellar Tech Support: A Short Funny Story Sarina Dorie
A man experiencing technical difficulties in space while under alien attack is made worse by the service provider that is supposed to aid him with his futuristic technology. Will he survive aliens—and tech support? This is a quick and funny read.
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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!
Happily Every After: The Nonsensical Story of...
Happily Every After: The Nonsensical Story of How Llamas Were Made Jack A. Warren
A princess, an alcoholic vampire, and a honey badger walked into a bar… Actually, it was more of walking out of a bar. Let’s start from the beginning.
Once upon a time, there was a knight in not so shining armor who harmed more damsels than he saved, a kidnapped princess being held for ransom, a depressed unicorn searching for love, an alcoholic vampire with just a slight drinking problem, and a honey badger who was a bit of a party animal living in a world of fantasy. They must come together to battle vegan goblins, thwart the plans of trolls (that only speak Deutsch), listen to a group of passive-aggressive gnomes, and save a group of really baked tree elves in order to bring the princess home.
Once upon a time, there was a knight in not so shining armor who harmed more damsels than he saved, a kidnapped princess being held for ransom, a depressed unicorn searching for love, an alcoholic vampire with just a slight drinking problem, and a honey badger who was a bit of a party animal living in a world of fantasy. They must come together to battle vegan goblins, thwart the plans of trolls (that only speak Deutsch), listen to a group of passive-aggressive gnomes, and save a group of really baked tree elves in order to bring the princess home.
Everything about this. This. I must pick this book up now. You had me at: A princess, an alcoholic vampire, and a honey badger walked into a bar…
Unknown Enemy: Broken Earth Book 1
Unknown Enemy: Broken Earth Book 1 Nick S. Thomas
Your country is under attack. You don't know what they are, or where they came from. What do you do?
When an army platoon goes missing on exercise near the small town of Wood Point, Master Sergeant Jack Ross is called in to investigate. But when all communications out of the valley is lost, the townsfolk and soldiers in the area are left to fend for themselves.
But when Ross stumbles upon the bodies of fallen soldiers, he realises they are about to face the greatest battle of their lifetimes. Under attack from soldiers that cannot be human, the towns folk are rapidly killed or captured with ruthless efficiency. Ross must rally together everyone he can to resist the terrifying enemy. The fate of the country hangs by a thread as they desperately battle to survive the onslaught.
When an army platoon goes missing on exercise near the small town of Wood Point, Master Sergeant Jack Ross is called in to investigate. But when all communications out of the valley is lost, the townsfolk and soldiers in the area are left to fend for themselves.
But when Ross stumbles upon the bodies of fallen soldiers, he realises they are about to face the greatest battle of their lifetimes. Under attack from soldiers that cannot be human, the towns folk are rapidly killed or captured with ruthless efficiency. Ross must rally together everyone he can to resist the terrifying enemy. The fate of the country hangs by a thread as they desperately battle to survive the onslaught.
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
Metaphorosis: a collection of stories
Metaphorosis: a collection of stories B. Morris Allen
Metaphor, allegory, parable - tales to excite the imagination. A collection of speculative fiction stories.
Susurrus - Trapped in an endless desert, a sorceress hears only the wind.
Coup de Tart - The true story of the Knave of Hearts
One Fine Day in Asgard - What the gods do before twilight
Metaphorosis - Never change, sweetheart. Not into that.
House of Hope - Stone and timber make a house, and much, much more.
At Stake - Condemned as a witch, a woman searches for one last sign of love.
Parabolic - One man, one cave, an audience.
All's Fair - On the day before the last battle, the old powers rally for a final effort.
Palimpsest - Change is for the better. Isn't it?
Spring and the Arachnodactylist - It's a warm, sunny day. Why not stay inside and read?
Susurrus - Trapped in an endless desert, a sorceress hears only the wind.
Coup de Tart - The true story of the Knave of Hearts
One Fine Day in Asgard - What the gods do before twilight
Metaphorosis - Never change, sweetheart. Not into that.
House of Hope - Stone and timber make a house, and much, much more.
At Stake - Condemned as a witch, a woman searches for one last sign of love.
Parabolic - One man, one cave, an audience.
All's Fair - On the day before the last battle, the old powers rally for a final effort.
Palimpsest - Change is for the better. Isn't it?
Spring and the Arachnodactylist - It's a warm, sunny day. Why not stay inside and read?
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.
Claim Your Copy Now.
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!
Resonance
Resonance C.S. Vass
She’s an orphan, abused…and deadly.
Years of training have tempered her abilities like goddess-blessed steel.
But what good will it do when she can’t tell friend from foe?
Fiona’s city is in turmoil. Nobles vanish without a trace, and Haygarden’s people can’t agree which shadowy force is to blame.
Each night the assaults grow bolder. That’s why the Duke sends in Fiona’s brother—if the leader of an elite group of assassins can’t solve this problem, then nobody can.
That is, until Rodrick is kidnapped as well.
Can Fiona muster up the strength to save him? The city seems determined to stop her, but she’s never been one to listen to rules. Or fear banging swords with the underworld’s most fearsome villains.
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Years of training have tempered her abilities like goddess-blessed steel.
But what good will it do when she can’t tell friend from foe?
Fiona’s city is in turmoil. Nobles vanish without a trace, and Haygarden’s people can’t agree which shadowy force is to blame.
Each night the assaults grow bolder. That’s why the Duke sends in Fiona’s brother—if the leader of an elite group of assassins can’t solve this problem, then nobody can.
That is, until Rodrick is kidnapped as well.
Can Fiona muster up the strength to save him? The city seems determined to stop her, but she’s never been one to listen to rules. Or fear banging swords with the underworld’s most fearsome villains.
Check it out now!
Vass has created a subtle world of magic and intrigue here, and I highly recommend that you start his series with these first couple chapters!
It's scary!
I love the cover! Colorful and creepy! Catches my eye.
I love magic and fantasy! Fabulous cover and intriguing book description. I can't wait to read it!
Flyover Zombie - a Battlefield Z series
Flyover Zombie - a Battlefield Z series Chris Lowry
When the daughter of a powerful man goes missing in a zombie filled wasteland, he sends in a squad of specialists to help her escape alive. But she won't leave without the rest of the survivors she discovered scrounging for survival in a post apocalyptic dystopia. She must learn to work with the soldiers if everyone is going to survive and make it to the safety of the walled off West Coast.
Like Battlestar Galactica with zombies, book 1 in the series
Like Battlestar Galactica with zombies, book 1 in the series
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!
The Last Everything
The Last Everything Frank Kennedy
The four-book saga of forty worlds and two universes, a battle of empires, prophecy, and horrifying destiny, begins in the unlikeliest of places...
Jamie Sheridan’s very bad night worsens no matter how fast the 17-year-old runs. In the next eight hours, he will become a god or a monster - or he will die. This small-town Alabama boy, whose life has been plagued by loss, grief, and a fury he doesn’t understand, must find something to live for as the clock ticks.
Perhaps the answer lies in another universe altogether. After his mentor is killed, and townspeople pursue him - heavily armed - Jamie learns the truth about a genetic seed planted within him long ago, possibly shaping the fate of two Earths.
Jump now into the chase toward The Impossible Future.
Jamie Sheridan’s very bad night worsens no matter how fast the 17-year-old runs. In the next eight hours, he will become a god or a monster - or he will die. This small-town Alabama boy, whose life has been plagued by loss, grief, and a fury he doesn’t understand, must find something to live for as the clock ticks.
Perhaps the answer lies in another universe altogether. After his mentor is killed, and townspeople pursue him - heavily armed - Jamie learns the truth about a genetic seed planted within him long ago, possibly shaping the fate of two Earths.
Jump now into the chase toward The Impossible Future.
The Splintered Crown
The Splintered Crown Larry N. Martin
A medieval fantasy with a party of adventurers all ready to make a name for
themselves and earn some gold.
Tankards and Heroes is set in the city of Kortufan, where spies, assassins,
mercenaries, arms dealers, rebels, smugglers, and informants do dirty deals dirt
cheap.
The Poxy Dragon is a rough bar outside the worst part of the medieval Silk Road.
Lots of taverns in Kortufan are home to ruffians and illegal dealings, but the Poxy
Dragon is the proving ground for heroes - with a cemetery out back for the ones
who don’t make the cut.
Lady Leota, the resident demigoddess at the Poxy Dragon, sends would-be heroes to realms on quests. Once committed, there is no turning back, and if they want their reward, every party member must return through the portal – dead or alive.
themselves and earn some gold.
Tankards and Heroes is set in the city of Kortufan, where spies, assassins,
mercenaries, arms dealers, rebels, smugglers, and informants do dirty deals dirt
cheap.
The Poxy Dragon is a rough bar outside the worst part of the medieval Silk Road.
Lots of taverns in Kortufan are home to ruffians and illegal dealings, but the Poxy
Dragon is the proving ground for heroes - with a cemetery out back for the ones
who don’t make the cut.
Lady Leota, the resident demigoddess at the Poxy Dragon, sends would-be heroes to realms on quests. Once committed, there is no turning back, and if they want their reward, every party member must return through the portal – dead or alive.
Larry always gives you a great ride.
Salvage Rat (by Larry N. Martin) Blasts off as fast as the hero's gunship. From gunfights to intrigue. It's got all the ingredients for a Thriller with a hot splash of SciFi!
An intriguing premise - this sounds like a story with lots of opportunities for twists and turns!
Great title
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!
Orca Rising
Orca Rising Chris Hannon
Finalist for the 2018 People’s Book Prize, ideal for fans of Alex Rider, Cherub and Young Bond.
‘5* Fans of Alex Rider will love it!’
‘5* A cinematic action romp packed with great characters and dark deeds.’
‘5* Amazing! Orca Rising gave me Maze Runner and Hunger Games vibes.’
16-year-old Ocean Daley needs to get away from school, his seaside town and wasting his summer working for his mother’s irritating boyfriend. When his mysterious Uncle Frank offers him a place at a summer school for a select group of gifted teens, he jumps at it.
But the school is run by a secretive organisation teaching skills in covert ops and espionage.
For Ocean, is it the opportunity of a lifetime, or a deadly trap?
‘5* Fans of Alex Rider will love it!’
‘5* A cinematic action romp packed with great characters and dark deeds.’
‘5* Amazing! Orca Rising gave me Maze Runner and Hunger Games vibes.’
16-year-old Ocean Daley needs to get away from school, his seaside town and wasting his summer working for his mother’s irritating boyfriend. When his mysterious Uncle Frank offers him a place at a summer school for a select group of gifted teens, he jumps at it.
But the school is run by a secretive organisation teaching skills in covert ops and espionage.
For Ocean, is it the opportunity of a lifetime, or a deadly trap?
Mars Journey: Call to Action Book 1
Mars Journey: Call to Action Book 1 Bill Hargenrader
Mars Journey: Call to Action Book 1 is the first book in the epic science fiction action and adventure thriller series set in the near future:
Brent Carlson, a brilliant but disgraced former astronaut, embarks on a modern day quest to gather and train the crew of the first international mission to Mars. Meanwhile, the power hungry billionaire CEO of a massive global technology conglomerate has launched a bid to reach Mars first and claim the red planet as corporate property.
The Mars Journey series delves into the science, technology, drive, and determination of the human spirit to come together to overcome our greatest challenges, explore space, and become the first martians to colonize the Red Planet.
Brent Carlson, a brilliant but disgraced former astronaut, embarks on a modern day quest to gather and train the crew of the first international mission to Mars. Meanwhile, the power hungry billionaire CEO of a massive global technology conglomerate has launched a bid to reach Mars first and claim the red planet as corporate property.
The Mars Journey series delves into the science, technology, drive, and determination of the human spirit to come together to overcome our greatest challenges, explore space, and become the first martians to colonize the Red Planet.
Bestselling-author Bill Hargenrader's first Mars Journey book puts you in space with realistic tech and descriptions like, "...breathed in the familiar aroma of the cockpit: body odor, and motor oil--like a cross between a locker room and an auto shop."
Battle Earth
Battle Earth Nick S. Thomas
The bestselling epic first book in the science fiction saga ‘Battle Earth’ is back, and better than ever. Re-mastered and with over five thousand words of additional material. Battle Earth tells of humanity's desperate struggle to survive against an overwhelming alien invasion.
A distress transmission from Mars research colony warns of an advanced and unknown enemy approaching the heavily populated lunar colony. An elite marine unit commanded by Major Mitch Taylor is dispatched to protect the beleaguered civilians. However, the attack is merely a prelude to a massive invasion of Earth.
A distress transmission from Mars research colony warns of an advanced and unknown enemy approaching the heavily populated lunar colony. An elite marine unit commanded by Major Mitch Taylor is dispatched to protect the beleaguered civilians. However, the attack is merely a prelude to a massive invasion of Earth.