Three Grams of Elsewhere

Author: Andy Giesler

Category: Science Fiction

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"[A] stunningly well-crafted science fiction novel…" —The BookLife Prize by Publishers Weekly (10 out of 10)A reclusive empath confronts his role in the war that shattered the United States.Fifty years ago, civil war fractured the United States into a mosaic of polarized nations. Ever since, Harmony “Bibi” Cain has isolated himself: from society, from technology, from family. A powerful empath weary from the constant intrusion of others’ emotions, he’s cloistered in his rural Wisconsin retirement community where he hopes to find, if not peace, then at least a little quiet.But when four impossible assassinations shake North America, Bibi is forced into an investigation he wants nothing to do with. The victims were killed by drones that only an empath can control—and decades ago, Bibi was part of the wartime program that created them: the program that weaponized empathy.“[A] story written so well that, no matter how perfect, surprising, and complete the ending, readers will want to return in search of even more. It’s just that good.” —BlueInk Review in Booklist (Starred Review)“Giesler pushes readers to think deeply about how we connect to each other…” —The BookLife Prize by Publishers Weekly (10 out of 10)“A brainy near-future SF novel of exploited neurons and expanding consciousness.” —Kirkus Reviews“Provocative, empathetic dystopian SF with a sense of narrative playfulness.” —BookLife Reviews by Publishers Weekly (Editor's Pick)“Wow. Wow wow wow…this was a captivating, entertaining, and enlightening read.” —Judge, 31st Annual Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards

By Any Other Name

Author: H. Peter Alesso

Category: Science Fiction

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Sometimes, the right man in the wrong uniform can make all the difference.

Ethan, a lowly recruit with an oil-stained uniform and a spirit worn down by disappointment, finds his life forever changed by a twist of fate. Squinting at his reflection, he sees the sleeves of his borrowed jacket bore captain’s stripes. A grotesque emblem is embossed over the jacket's breast pocket—a roaring lion's head surrounded by a cluster of jagged broken bones—the symbol of the Special Operations Service.

There is no way out. The ship is taking off because they think an elite SOS captain is on board to take command—him.

His choices were brutally simple . . . act like the officer everyone thought he was or be found out as a fraud. One was survival, the other . . .

The consequences sent a wave of panic through him. He was a mouse in a lion's skin. He had to become that lion until he found a way out of his cage.

Ethan's path intersects with Kate Haliday, the leader of the dark matter project in the Cygni star system. A subtle dance of glances and half-spoken truths begins. But the threads of connection are fragile as they are tangled with the ambitions of Commander Varek, a skeptical officer.

XX

Author: Rian Hughes

Category: Science Fiction

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A “massive work of dizzying originality” (Boston Globe), XX is an inventive and boldly designed science-fiction epic by acclaimed graphic designer Rian Hughes.At Jodrell Band Observatory in England, a radio telescope has detected a mysterious signal of extraterrestrial origin—a message that may be the first communication from an interstellar civilization. Has humanity made first contact? Is the signal itself a form of alien life? Could it be a threat? If so, how will the people of Earth respond? Jack Fenwick, artificial intelligence expert, believes that he and his associates at tech startup Intelligencia can interpret the message and find a way to step into the realm the signal encodes. What they find is a complex alien network beyond anything mankind has imagined. Drawing on Dada, punk, and the modernist movements of the 20th century, XX is assembled from redacted NASA reports, artwork, magazine articles, secret transcripts, and a novel within a novel. Deconstructing layout and language in order to explore how ideas propagate, acclaimed designer and artist Rian Hughes’s debut novel presents a compelling vision of humanity’s unique place in the universe, and a realistic depiction of what might happen in the wake of the biggest scientific discovery in human history. Propulsive and boldly designed, XX is a gripping, wildly imaginative, utterly original work. “Compulsively readable. Its ideas are grand, and it moves like a thriller. Come for the lush design, stay for the Clarkeian ideas and sly sense of humour.” —SFX

Hell on Mars

Author: J.Z. Foster

Category: Science Fiction

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A terrifying alien horror series for fans of intense and dark science fiction.On the fringes of Mars, something ancient is waking up.When a military outpost goes dark, a rescue team is sent in to investigate. What they find is worse than anything they imagined—grotesque alien lifeforms, twisted corpses, and something waiting in the shadows. As the survivors fight for their lives, the line between reality and madness begins to blur.Reality Bleed is an intense and dark science fiction series of alien horror and survival. Perfect for fans of Dead Space, The Thing, and Event Horizon, this series delivers unrelenting tension, disturbing creatures, and brutal action in a collapsing world.If you’re searching for a terrifying sci-fi horror series packed with atmosphere, monsters, and psychological dread, start reading Reality Bleed today.

The Blackout

Author: Chris Harris

Category: Science Fiction

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“What would happen if…?”Many people ask themselves the question, but how many actually do something about it?Tom lives in Birmingham, England with his family. After asking himself the question and researching the numerous possibilities, he decided it wouldn’t do any harm to be a little prepared.Just in case.Not long after, he discovers the world is going to be hit by a massive Coronal Mass Ejection from the sun, which will turn the whole planet dark.He only has a few days to get ready. To prepare himself and his family for what might come next.People want what they have. How far is he willing to go to protect it?

Steel Guardian

Author: Cameron Coral

Category: Science Fiction

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A timid robot protects an abandoned baby in a post-apocalyptic world.The AI Uprising destroys society. Machines turn against humans. The military SoldierBots have one function—seek and destroy.Block is a simple CleanerBot programmed to scrub floors and serve hotel guests. Forced to leave his city, he must avoid dangerous SoldierBots and find a new hotel he can call home.But when Block discovers a human infant, his surprise attachment to the girl compels him to protect her.Together, they road trip across the dystopian wastelands of America to a safe haven. Along the way, they encounter Nova, a rebellious soldier and ally. The unlikely friends must tackle the biggest challenge of their lives in this heartwarming science fiction tale of friendship and robot redemption.They face mortal danger from bands of scavengers, militaristic robots, and Combat Mechs as they cross the post-apoc landscape. But their greatest threat is a cyborg Bounty Hunter who will stop at nothing to find Block and the child—an infant who holds the key to humanity’s future.If you enjoy character-driven science fiction that pulls at your heartstrings and page-turning action, then you’ll love the award-finalist first book of this post apoc sci-fi series. Embark on an emotional science fiction adventure like no other with Steel Guardian.Steel Guardian is the first novel in the Rusted Wasteland complete series about a robot protagonist protecting found family amid a human vs. robot war. For fans of Isaac Asimov, Martha Wells, JN Chaney, and Becky Chambers, this is a hope punk sci fi book that is heartwarming and full of futuristic action.Award Finalist, Best Science Fiction Novel, The SPSFC