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Whispers in the deep, brings to life a world of intriguing mystery, heartfelt romance, and supernatural thrills. Follow the journey of Keith Bridgewaters, a man haunted by the mysterious disappearance of his wife. Now a single father navigating his way through life, all while uncovering the secrets of a hidden world, supernatural beings, and the true events surrounding his traumatic past. Filled with a colorful ensemble of characters, an action-packed adventure, and an immersive mystery.

In The Radio Ghost by Otis Adelbert Kline, an eerie mystery unfolds when a haunted radio begins transmitting chilling messages from beyond. Set in the golden age of radio, the story follows an unsuspecting protagonist who discovers that the ghostly transmissions may hold the key to a long-buried secret. As supernatural events escalate, he must unravel the spectral mystery before it's too late. Blending suspense, technology, and the paranormal, The Radio Ghost is a thrilling tale that explores the fine line between science and the unknown.

In a future Earth where peace is a fragile dream, three ordinary teens—Lila, Alex, and Nate—find themselves swept into a battle that spans galaxies. What begins as a simple game night in their basement sanctuary transforms into a reality-bending adventure, where virtual worlds collide with real dangers, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. As the trio is pulled into an interstellar conflict, they must confront grotesque alien forces intent on Earth’s destruction.

A crew of experienced astronauts nearing the completion of a 20-year mission in space discover that their ship is being followed by an unknown craft on their way back to earth. In this science fiction novelette, the crew debates an impossible decision on whether to lead the craft back to earth and risk all of humanity, or veer off into space to protect the earth but ensure their own demise. Short story/novelette 13,000 words Science fiction From 13 Acorns-Modern Short Stories for Thoughtful Adults

The world is ending. Old Lucy travels back in time to watch the best moments of her life from afar. Young Lucy grapples with a shifting reality as the earth finally rejects humanity. The world is ending, or it already did. It depends on your time. In a story of devastation and despair, finding hope might still be possible.

곽재식은 누구보다도 재미난 이야기 소재들을 사랑하는 작가입니다. 비단 SF뿐만 아니라 동서양의 판타지와 전설 등, 현실 밖의 꿈과 상상과 환상 속에 담긴 이야기들을 찾고 수집하죠. 다루는 소재를 고려하면, 곽재식은 확실히 '장르 소설가'에 속합니다. 전형적이라고 할 수도 있겠죠. 하지만 이 작가는 특별합니다. 현재 장르 소설계에서 이렇게 웃긴 작가는 존재하지 않습니다. 특히 이공계를 졸업하고 사회에 진출한 사람들이 겪는 부조리한 사회생활에 관한 블랙 코미디는 타의 추종을 불허합니다. 그 기반은 '리얼리티'죠. 대사 하나하나가 진짜 리얼합니다. 코믹 SF의 예로 코니 윌리스를 들어보면, 코니 윌리스는 극의 희극성을 끌어올리기 위해 일부러 비현실적인 캐릭터를 등장시킵니다. 단점은 아니고 전략적인 방향 설정이죠. 대체로 현실은 그만큼 재미가 있지는 않으니까요. 그런데 곽재식이 쓰는 설정이나 대사는 너무 리얼합니다. 말도 안 되는 소리들을 하고 있는데, 그게 너무 리얼합니다. 사회에서 갑을관계를 겪어 봤거나, 특히 공무원들과 대화를 해 본 분들이라면 이 소설에 나오는 처음 보는 캐릭터들의 대사를 읽을 때 육성이 들려올 겁니다.

곽재식은 누구보다도 재미난 이야기 소재들을 사랑하는 작가입니다. 비단 SF뿐만 아니라 동서양의 판타지와 전설 등, 현실 밖의 꿈과 상상과 환상 속에 담긴 이야기들을 찾고 수집하죠. 다루는 소재를 고려하면, 곽재식은 확실히 '장르 소설가'에 속합니다. 전형적이라고 할 수도 있겠죠. 하지만 이 작가는 특별합니다. 현재 장르 소설계에서 이렇게 웃긴 작가는 존재하지 않습니다. 특히 이공계를 졸업하고 사회에 진출한 사람들이 겪는 부조리한 사회생활에 관한 블랙 코미디는 타의 추종을 불허합니다. 그 기반은 '리얼리티'죠. 대사 하나하나가 진짜 리얼합니다. 코믹 SF의 예로 코니 윌리스를 들어보면, 코니 윌리스는 극의 희극성을 끌어올리기 위해 일부러 비현실적인 캐릭터를 등장시킵니다. 단점은 아니고 전략적인 방향 설정이죠. 대체로 현실은 그만큼 재미가 있지는 않으니까요. 그런데 곽재식이 쓰는 설정이나 대사는 너무 리얼합니다.

Cordelia, studentessa fiorentina, è a un bivio: da una parte, seguire la strada tracciata da suo padre, diventando ingegnera; dall’altra, dedicarsi finalmente alla sua passione, l’arte. L’incontro con il bellissimo Dante fa passare tutto in secondo piano: è un fatato, un pretendente al trono, possibile prossimo sovrano del popolo Fae. Saranno tre prove a stabilire chi sarà il successore di Re Arcadio; queste vedono contrapposti Dante e Tancredi, suo cugino e nemico, entrambi affiancati da due umane. La lotta si fa sempre più accesa, portando Cordelia e Dante ad avvicinarsi sempre di più.

As Earth erupts into a fiery cataclysm, a skilled network engineer named Megara escapes aboard a colony ship. Entrusted with overseeing five super-advanced AIs and safeguarding the last living human souls, she embarks on an epic odyssey through the deep reaches of space where she must also undertake a personal journey—that of advancing beyond human limits.

Come on in and enjoy the Mare Inebrium. We have a large facility and are sure we have something that will meet your needs and exceed your expectations. In the top floor of our building we have a very fancy restaurant with lovely views of the city spreading out into the far distance. The floors above the main bar contain various restaurants, shops, meeting rooms, and we even offer hotel rooms for the discriminating traveler. Our main bar is quite large, with room for several hundred patrons at once.

"A Selective Obsession" is a gripping sci-fi novel that follows the journey of Amelia, a young girl haunted by social struggles but fascinated by bugs. As she delves into the world of selective insect breeding, Amelia discovers the power of genetic strengthening and the secrets of evolution. Her lab becomes a sanctuary of scientific exploration, adorned with captivating insect displays and taxidermy picture boxes. However, her sister Ericka's concerns about the potential dangers of her experiments test Amelia's convictions.

Timothy Zahn shows an unparalleled mastership of science fiction in the fifteen tales gathered here. "The Price of Survival" features an alien ship that arrives in our solar system without hostile intentions but with a desperate need whose fulfillment could destroy humanity. "The Giftie Gie Us" tells the story of two lonely survivors who find love among the ruins of a post-apocalyptic United States. And in "Pawn's Gambit," a human and his alien opponent face off over a game that will decide which one of them will return home.

In a future where Earth's survival hinges on a young woman's courage, Nira is caught in a fierce battle against alien invaders with a surprising appearance, masked by a semblance of familiarity. As the Phoenix Alliance, a rebel group dedicated to humanity's cause, faces its most challenging moment, Nira emerges as a symbol of hope. In the wake of an unexpected and violent extraterrestrial invasion, Nira continues to resist an increasingly authoritarian government while trying to mend her damaged relationship with her father.

Ein Horus Heresy-Erzählband. In der Galaxis herrscht Krieg, doch abseits der heldenhaften Taten, die auf den zahlreichen Schlachtfeldern vollbracht werden, wütet der Konflikt auch in der Dunkelheit. Malcador der Sigilit und seine geheimen Streiter stehen im Zentrum dieser Kurzgeschichtensammlung. Spannende Geschichten um Täuschung und Verrat während des großen Bruderkrieges, von denen viele zum ersten Mal in gedruckter Form erscheinen.

Le venti storie che compongono questo volume spaziano nel tempo dai primi racconti rarissimi degli anni '60 al recentissimo Ontalgie. Una stupenda cavalcata attraverso i mondi dell'animo umano, che rimane uguale sulle rive del grande fiume natale come nell'immensità degli spazi siderali o nelle profondità del tempo.

Head to distant worlds and alternate futures! Explore the limitless potential for twists and turns when stories are fueled by the infinite power of imagination! Here are twenty-four thought-provoking tales as up-to-date as tomorrow. It's new-time radio in the classic old-time-radio manner, from the mind of producer Jim French.

For ten millennia, the Black Templars have continued the Great Crusade, remaining true to the Emperor's dream of a galaxy free of the alien, the traitor, and the mutant. One of the few Chapters to venerate the Emperor as a god, they strive always to follow His example and secure His Imperium for all mankind. This anthology brings together seven tales of the sons of Sigismund, including an exploration of High Marshal Helbrecht's first crusade and three stories from the Third War for Armageddon.

In this trio of sci-fi techno thrillers, a female police detective turned Interpol officer with a rare vision mutation is up against a serial killer and potential apocalyptic disaster. This set includes The Dreaming Tree, Meet Your Maker, and Out of Time.

In the title story, set five minutes in the future where you not only have a credit score but also a dating score, a woman who’s been banished from all dating apps attends a weekly help group with others who have been “banned for life,” and finds herself falling in love. In “Backwards,” a twist on Benjamin Button, a woman reconnects with her estranged father as he de-ages ten years each day they spend together. In “Welcome to Oxhead,” all the parents in a gated community “shut off” when the power goes out.

After Thoughts collects 12 speculative fiction tales you'll never forget.