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Threshold by Roger Zelazny
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe first in a six-volume series, Volume 1: Threshold contains all of Zelazny's short works from his early years through the mid 1960s--a period of experimentation and growth that flowered into gems such as "A Rose for Ecclesiastes," "The Graveyard Heart," "The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth," and "He Who Shapes... -
![Shifter League: The Complete Paranormal Romance Collection by Leela Ash]()
Shifter League: The Complete Paranormal Romance Collection by Leela Ash
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![A Liaden Universe Constellation: Volume 3 by Sharon Lee, Steve Miller]()
A Liaden Universe Constellation: Volume 3 by Sharon Lee, Steve Miller
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBOOK 3 in the multivolume Liaden Universe ® short fiction collection. Tales of the Liaden Universe® brought together for the first time. Space opera and romance on a grand scale in a galaxy full of interstellar trading clans... -
![The Dandelion Girl by Robert F. Young]()
The Dandelion Girl by Robert F. Young
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsInspiration for the Japanese anime series RahXephon and is also referenced in CLANNAD and Portal 2."Day before yesterday I saw a rabbit, and yesterday a deer, and today, you... -
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![A Liaden Universe Constellation: Volume 1 by Sharon Lee, Steve Miller]()
A Liaden Universe Constellation: Volume 1 by Sharon Lee, Steve Miller
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFirst collection in one volume. Seventeen short tales of the Liaden Universe® brought together for the first time. Space opera and romance on a grand scale in a galaxy full of interstellar trading clans. The nationally best-selling Liaden Universe® novels are treasured by space opera aficionados for their wit, world-building, strong characterizations, tender romance, and edge-of-the-chair action... -
![Kruze: Companion Novellas, includes Allor by Ava Ross]()
Kruze: Companion Novellas, includes Allor by Ava Ross
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings2 Companion Novellas in the Brides of Driegon Series, KRUZE & ALLORFOR KRUZE:An alien dragon warrior claims she’s his fated mate, but she plans to return to Earth. Will he convince her to stay?ClaraA hot alien dragonish dude seems to think I’m his mate. No way! Sure, I came to the Driegon Kingdom with the matched brides, but I was hired to take pictures... -
![Exit Strategy by Viola Grace]()
Exit Strategy by Viola Grace
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsYna has lost her friends, family, and world. She wears the marks of torture on her skin and blames the man who couldn’t save her in time. When the Guardsman who couldn’t save her comes to beg for a favour, she is hesitant, outraged, and refuses. When he tells her that woman’s life is at stake, she agrees... -
![The Warrior Trilogy Compilation by Michael A. Stackpole]()
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![Love Ain't Nothing but Sex Misspelled / The Beast That Shouted Love at the Heart of the World by Harlan Ellison, Neil Gaiman]()
Love Ain't Nothing but Sex Misspelled / The Beast That Shouted Love at the Heart of the World by Harlan Ellison, Neil Gaiman
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis fourth volume in the acclaimed Edgeworks series collects classic short stories from the author whom the Los Angeles Times calls the "20th century Lewis Carroll". Includes The Beast Who Shouted Love at the Heart of the World (with Introduction by Neil Gaiman) and Love Ain't Nothing but Sex Misspelled... -
![Nanny for the Alien General by Athena Storm, Tara Starr]()
Nanny for the Alien General by Athena Storm, Tara Starr
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen a wounded king shows up at my door, I must help him and his children. In gratitude, they ask me to come to their palace with them. I should say no. His people have oppressed mine for centuries. It should be easy, to refuse but it's not.As if my fate won't let us part.The children have grown on me. I want to be with them... -
![EXOSKELETON II: Tympanum by Shane Stadler]()
EXOSKELETON II: Tympanum by Shane Stadler
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe thrilling sequel to 2012's Techno-Horror/Sci-Fi masterpiece, EXOSKELETON. "Stadler - an experimental physicist by trade - effectively uses his background working in government and defense labs in painting vivid, appropriately clinical looks at the very base concept of torture... -
![Embrace the Passion by S.E. Smith, Anna Hackett]()
Embrace the Passion by S.E. Smith, Anna Hackett
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPets in Space is back! Join us as we unveil eleven original, never-before-published action-filled romances that will heat your blood and warm your heart! New York Times, USA Today and Award-winning authors S.E... -
![W kraju niewiernych by Jacek Dukaj]()
W kraju niewiernych by Jacek Dukaj
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsKalejdoskop fantastycznych wizji Jacka Dukaja. W tym obszernym tomie opowiadań, sygnalizującym już przyszły kunszt autora, znalazła się m.in. Katedra – opowieść, która zainspirowała Tomasza Bagińskiego i stała się przyczynkiem do kilkuminutowej animacji, nominowanej do Oscara. Sam tekst otrzymał Nagrodę Fandomu Polskiego im. Janusza A... -
![Metaconcert by Julian May]()
Metaconcert by Julian May
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsAll over the world, the metapsychics are honing their skills, learning to stretch their incredible minds far beyond the ken of ordinary humans. Most are dedicated to the harmony of the human soul. But some have darker intentions.. -
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![The Hugo Winners 1955-1961 by Isaac Asimov, Walter M. Miller Jr.]()
The Hugo Winners 1955-1961 by Isaac Asimov, Walter M. Miller Jr.
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsNine award-winning stories for the years 1955 to 1961, each with an introduction by Isaac Asimov. — Contents: — 1955: 13th Convention, Cleveland — 1- The Darfsteller by Walter M. Miller, Jr. (novelette) — 2- Allamagoosa by Eric Frank Russel (short story)— 1956: 14th Convention, New York — 3- Exploration Team by Murray Leinster (novelette) — 4- The Star by Arthur C... -
![Holding Wonder by Zenna Henderson]()
Holding Wonder by Zenna Henderson
Rated: 4.32 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsIn this many-dimensioned new collection of speculative fiction, Zena Henderson introduces us to a boy who "calls" his mother, despite the fact that the nearest phone is miles away... -
![Mail-Order Brides of Crakair: Scifi Alien Romance Box Set: A Complete, 6 Book Series Plus 2 Bonus Novellas by Ava Ross]()
Mail-Order Brides of Crakair: Scifi Alien Romance Box Set: A Complete, 6 Book Series Plus 2 Bonus Novellas by Ava Ross
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsThey're scaly and green, seven-feet-tall, much too cocky, and they're seeking Earthling brides.The Complete Mail-Order Brides of Crakair Series includes:VorkBrykJorgKralWulfLyelAxilGajePLUS SIX bonus epilogues never before released!Over 14 million page reads in this bestselling series... -
![Dark Integers and Other Stories by Greg Egan]()
Dark Integers and Other Stories by Greg Egan
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA brand new short story collection by one of science fiction's modern masters. This five tale, 80,000 word book includes Luminous, Riding the Crocodile, Dark Integers. Glory, and Oceanic... -
![Star Songs of an Old Primate by James Tiptree Jr.]()
Star Songs of an Old Primate by James Tiptree Jr.
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA marvelous medley of Tiptree's best - YOUR HAPLOID HEART - When Ian Suitlov and Pax Patton landed on Esthaa to check for humans, the job wasn't as easy as it appeared. Though the natives seemed human enough, only cross breeding would be conclusive proof... -
![The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twelfth Annual Collection by Gardner Dozois, Mary Rosenblum]()
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twelfth Annual Collection by Gardner Dozois, Mary Rosenblum
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNow a dozen years old, the award-winning collection continues to provide dozens of the best stories of the year, including work by remowned veterans and exciting newcomers...Rounded out with a long list of honorable mentions and Gardner Dozois's entertaining summation of the year in science fiction, this remains the one book for every science fiction reader... -
![Soft and Others: 16 Stories of Wonder and Dread by F. Paul Wilson]()
Soft and Others: 16 Stories of Wonder and Dread by F. Paul Wilson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPresents a collection of horror short stories, among them Soft, Green Winter, and The Cleaning Machine... -
![Cryptic: The Best Short Fiction of Jack McDevitt by Jack McDevitt]()
Cryptic: The Best Short Fiction of Jack McDevitt by Jack McDevitt
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJack McDevitt loves a good mystery... -
![Fellow Travelers by Sharon Lee]()
Fellow Travelers by Sharon Lee
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsChapbook of three short stories set in the Liaden Universe all dealing with Priscilla Delacroix aka Moonhawk... -
![Arthur C. Clarke: 2001/A Space Odyssey, The City And The Stars, The Deep Range, A Fall Of Moondust, Rendevous With Rama by Arthur C. Clarke]()
Arthur C. Clarke: 2001/A Space Odyssey, The City And The Stars, The Deep Range, A Fall Of Moondust, Rendevous With Rama by Arthur C. Clarke
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings... -
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![Halo: Evolutions Volume I by Tobias S. Buckell]()
Halo: Evolutions Volume I by Tobias S. Buckell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe original Halo: Evolutions, split into two volumes. This volume contains stories by:Tobias S. BuckellB. K. EvensonJonathan GoffEric NylundFrank O'ConnorEric RaabWhen humanity expanded beyond the safety of Earth to new stars and horizons, they never dreamed what dangers they would encounter there... -
![The World Treasury of Science Fiction by David G. Hartwell, Clifton Fadiman]()
The World Treasury of Science Fiction by David G. Hartwell, Clifton Fadiman
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTable of contentsIntroduction 1988 essay by David G. HartwellHarrison Bergeron 1961 story by Kurt Vonnegut JrForgetfulness 1937 story by John W. Campbell JrSpecial Flight 1939 story by John BerrymanChronopolis 1960 story by J.G... -
![The Ascent of Wonder: The Evolution of Hard SF by David G. Hartwell, Kathryn Cramer]()
The Ascent of Wonder: The Evolution of Hard SF by David G. Hartwell, Kathryn Cramer
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFeaturing more than sixty groundbreaking short stories by modern science fiction's most important and influential writers, The Ascent of Wonder offers a definitive and incisive exploration of the SF genre's visionary core... -
![The Very Best of Fantasy & Science Fiction: Sixtieth Anniversary Anthology by Gordon Van Gelder, Peter S. Beagle]()
The Very Best of Fantasy & Science Fiction: Sixtieth Anniversary Anthology by Gordon Van Gelder, Peter S. Beagle
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCollecting more than two dozen stories that originally appeared in the Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction—the premiere speculative fiction magazine—this extraordinary anthology celebrates 60 years of top-notch genre fiction... -
![Сините пеперуди by Pavel Vezhinov, Павел Вежинов]()
Сините пеперуди by Pavel Vezhinov, Павел Вежинов
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsЧовекът винаги се е вълнувал от неизвестността, която Вселената крие. Съществуват ли други цивилизации, освен нашата? До каква степен на развитие са достигнали? Как е програмирана нравствената им същност? Как изглеждат? Ето някои от въпросите, на които авторът се е опитал да отговори... -
![The Top of the Volcano: The Award-Winning Stories of Harlan Ellison by Harlan Ellison]()
The Top of the Volcano: The Award-Winning Stories of Harlan Ellison by Harlan Ellison
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNew, fresh, and different is tricky in the storytelling business, as rare as diamonds, but, as a born storyteller, Harlan made story brave, daring, surprising again, brought an edge of the gritty and the strange, the erudite and the street-smart, found ways to make words truly come alive again in an over-worded world... -
![The Green Hills of Earth / Gentlemen be Seated by Robert A. Heinlein, Leonard Nimoy]()
The Green Hills of Earth / Gentlemen be Seated by Robert A. Heinlein, Leonard Nimoy
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings... -
![Star Heroes: 9 Novels of Space Exploration, Aliens, and Adventure by Lindsay Buroker, M.R. Forbes]()
Star Heroes: 9 Novels of Space Exploration, Aliens, and Adventure by Lindsay Buroker, M.R. Forbes
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsStar Heroes is a space opera collection with nine novels of the galactic frontier. Exploration, alien invasions, genetic engineering, and artificial intelligence--it’s all here. Blast off with these adventures by New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling authors... -
![King of Prey World Limited Edition Box Set Books 1-5: Plus Bonus Story Sacred Places by Mandy M. Roth]()
King of Prey World Limited Edition Box Set Books 1-5: Plus Bonus Story Sacred Places by Mandy M. Roth
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsParanormal Bird Shifter Romance Limited Time Box Set! Books 1-5 Plus Bonus Story Sacred Places Contains: King of Prey A View to a Kill Master of the Hunt Rise of the King Prince of Pleasure And the bonus story: Sacred Places Druid Book One King of Prey In a place where realms combine and portals open passages to the unknown, a prophecy speaks of fertility being restored to his people through...Categorized as:
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![Maid for the Alien General by Athena Storm, Tara Starr]()
Maid for the Alien General by Athena Storm, Tara Starr
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI’ve met two of my greatest opponents in my career as a spy.Their names are...Fart and Booger.That’s what these two little hellions introduce themselves as. But if I’m going to get close to the High Lord in order to steal the trade secrets that my employer paid me for, I’m going to need to give these kids some structure and discipline. Other warriors have tried... -
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![Khane by Rena Marks]()
Khane by Rena Marks
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSingle Earthian female seeking companionship and open-minded individual. Only compatible species may apply. Wealth is appreciated and may move you higher up the list, though not necessary. Looks are necessary, or at least serious muscle tone. Sincere applicants only... -
![Halo: Evolutions Volume II by Frank O'Connor, Tobias S. Buckell]()
Halo: Evolutions Volume II by Frank O'Connor, Tobias S. Buckell
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe original Halo: Evolutions, split into two volumes. This volume contains stories by:Tessa Kum & Jeff VanderMeerKevin GraceRobt McLeesKaren TravissFred Van Lente When humanity expanded beyond the safety of Earth to new stars and horizons, they never dreamed what dangers they would encounter there... -
![The Jaguar Hunter by Lucius Shepard]()
The Jaguar Hunter by Lucius Shepard
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsContents:The Jaguar Hunter (1985)The Night of White Bhairab (1984)Salvador (1984)How the Wind Spoke at Madaket (1985)Black Coral (1984)The End of Life as We Know It (1985)A Traveler's Tale (1984)Mengele (1985)The Man Who Painted the Dragon Griaule (1984)A Spanish Lesson... -
![Firstborn / Defending Elysium by Brandon Sanderson]()
Firstborn / Defending Elysium by Brandon Sanderson
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIncluded in the Humble Book Bundle: Brandon Sanderson bundle.Firstborn“I, Dennison Crestmar—brother of the great Varion Crestmar, cousin to kings and commander of fleets—am an idiot. Just like all of you have heard.”Dennison has tried to follow in his perfect brother’s footsteps in the service of the Imperial Fleet, but has been met only with failure after failure... -
![Whirlwind Courtship + High Energy by Jayne Taylor, Dara Joy]()
Whirlwind Courtship + High Energy by Jayne Taylor, Dara Joy
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJAYNE ANN KRENTZ writing as Jayne Taylor WHIRLWIND COURTSHIP When Phoebe Hampton arrived at the doorstep of Harlan Garand's mountain cabin, he was less than pleased. Convinced that she was another marriage-minded female sent by his matchmaking aunt, Harlan would have gladly thrown her out... -
![True Names... and Other Dangers by Vernor Vinge]()
True Names... and Other Dangers by Vernor Vinge
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsContents:Bookworm, Run! (1966)True Names (1981)The Peddler's Apprentice (1975) with Joan D... -
![Love Without Boundaries by M.K. Eidem, J.A. Hornbuckle]()
Love Without Boundaries by M.K. Eidem, J.A. Hornbuckle
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsOryon By MK Eidem The historic meeting of the Assembly of Lords has adjourned and the Empire is in chaos. Lord Oryon must now return home and try to explain to his remaining Warriors just how their universe has changed. House Rigel is about to be transformed and as it is, dark and long held secrets are revealed that threaten not only the House but the love between Oryon and Isis... -
![Strange Wine by Harlan Ellison]()
Strange Wine by Harlan Ellison
Rated: 4.07 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFrom Harlan Ellison, whom The Washington Post regards as a "lyric poet, satirist, explorer of odd psychological corners, and purveyor of pure horror and black comedy," comes Strange Wine... -
![Snowed In With The Grumpy Shifter by Tessa Stone]()
Snowed In With The Grumpy Shifter by Tessa Stone
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen a car crash leaves her stranded in his cabin during a snowstorm, Maya discovers her fated mate is a grumpy shifter who's determined to never let her go. KaiI've been a lone wolf since leaving my pack, avoiding both Alphas vying for my loyalty in Shadow Wolf Creek. Then I catch her scent—sweet strawberries that drive my wolf wild... -
![Hearts and Stones by Robin D. Owens]()
Hearts and Stones by Robin D. Owens
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBefore Celta ... Passage Through Stone:In the UStates Colorado Area, Levona Martinez is determined to find a berth on the starship, Lugh's Spear, and escape the psi mutant ghetto for a new life on a new planet. But she's missed her chance and the ship is full... -
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![Blue Champagne by John Varley]()
Blue Champagne by John Varley
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsA collection of science fiction stories from "the best writer in America" (Tom Clancy)—Hugo and Nebula award-winning author John Varley. John Varley's unique blend of startling technology and genuinely human characters has won him every major science fiction award several times over for both his novels and his short fiction...Categorized as:
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![50 Short Science Fiction Tales by Isaac Asimov, Poul Anderson]()
50 Short Science Fiction Tales by Isaac Asimov, Poul Anderson
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFifty Exciting ExperiencesYou visit a world where Robots strain to remember the existence of the Men who created them; hear the tantalizingly brief report of a man who returns from a trip to the future; see the snake-armed Thing that emerges from the minds of the people who conjure it... -
![The Early Asimov: Book Two by Isaac Asimov]()
The Early Asimov: Book Two by Isaac Asimov
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA ghost sues for the legal right to haunt a house...a new world is discovered, inhabited by robots, & only by robots...& the author of the famous Reginald de Meister detective series finds he has a new rival in love: Reginald de Meister... -
![Why I Left Harry's All-Night Hamburgers by Lawrence Watt-Evans]()
Why I Left Harry's All-Night Hamburgers by Lawrence Watt-Evans
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Hugo-winning short story about diners, bored teenagers, and parallel worlds... -
![The Last Mimzy by Henry Kuttner]()
The Last Mimzy by Henry Kuttner
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTHE LAST MIMZY IS THE IDEAL INTRODUCTION TO AN AUTHOR WHO WAS AHEAD OF HIS TIME–AND WHOSE TIME HAS FINALLY COME.These seventeen classic stories create their own unique galaxy of vain, protective, and murderous robots; devilish angels; and warm and angry aliens... -
![The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Sixth Annual Collection by Gardner Dozois, Stephen Baxter]()
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Sixth Annual Collection by Gardner Dozois, Stephen Baxter
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe thirty stories in this collection imaginatively take us far across the universe, into the very core of our beings, to the realm of the gods, and the moment just after now. Included here are the works of masters of the form and of bright new talents, including: Paolo Bacigalupi, Stephen Baxter, Elizabeth Bear, Aliete de Bodard, James L...
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