Hunter Malone (Aslon Press)
Knocktopia: Secret of the Mother Lobe by Hunter Malone starts with Ben Coolahan, a young boy whose life takes an unexpected turn after his father's death. The narrative begins with Ben at the National Bank of Boston, where he receives two items from his father's will—a mysterious copper medallion and a letter that sets him on a journey fraught with danger and enigmas. Despite his stable life in Boston, Ben is thrust into an unfamiliar world when he is sent to live with Delilah, his step-grandmother, in a lawless area associated with his family'...
Stephanie Dean (Page Publishing)
In The Mystic Vial by Stephanie Dean, Julia Graham, a wealthy retired artist, gifts her granddaughter Chloe a mysterious vial before passing. When Chloe’s cat, Goliath, shatters it, a red haze drapes their home and transports them to a bizarre world of fairies and flying unicorns. Transformed in appearance but not in mind, they must navigate their new forms—from Chloe's newfound age to Goliath’s human guise—and seek a way back to normalcy. The plot spins around the chaos caused by this transformation and the quest for a counter vial, “Ealim Mth...
Kathryn Heaney (Tellwell Talent (Nov. 4 2021))
Twisted Destiny is an engaging fourth installment of Kathryn Heaney’s Anandrian Series. We find ourselves once again in a richly crafted world that melds magic, dynamic characters, and the ever-looming battle between good and evil. As the fourth installment, the narrative picks up with Laura, the series’ protagonist, still struggling with her connection to Earth and the fantastical realm of Anandria. Each character is facing a unique problem in this gripping fantasy. Ella, separated from her husband Raonull, uncovers her fairy heritage and true...
Dylan Webb (FriesenPress)
In The Eight Winds: Into the Fray, Dylan Webb transports readers back to the fantastical land of Ma-Ural, a setting rich with diverse cultures, magical lore, and looming conflicts. This second installment in the series follows the courageous quartet of adventurers—Elaria, Hoots, Trit, and Carion—as they navigate a precarious landscape on the brink of civil war while confronting personal demons and an imminent threat from the sinister priest Kor-Thiliath. The story opens with Elaria, a dedicated paladin, and her companions as they tackle the cha...
Ken Jackson (Atmosphere Press)
Ken Jackson’s The Maelstrom of Destiny, the third installment in The AtLan Chronicles, is a mesmerizing science fiction that explores themes of colonization, loyalty, and personal ambition. Set on a vibrant yet tumultuous Earth, the story follows Tahryn, a young AtLan man dealing with the ramifications of his culture’s failed mission to integrate the native tribes into a technologically advanced civilization. As the AtLan prepare to abandon their post, chaos erupts with the brutal murder of Droga, a respected leader of the rebellious...
Jessie E Turner (Atmosphere Press)
In Moon in the Day Sky: Valley of Thunder, Jessie E. Turner cleverly blends rich world-building with a compelling narrative, immersing readers in the realm of Ramah. In this intricately woven landscape, dreams and reality collide. Sixteen-year-old Starsha is not merely a dreamer but a figure of immense potential in a society that fears her kind. The novel opens with the destruction of her home, a compelling premise that introduces the conflict that will grow in magnitude through every page. Starsha’s journey is propelled by the urgent...
Scott Bollens (Atmosphere Press)
In 2032, the AI supercomputer Interconnect promises a utopian future through flawless algorithms and constant connectivity, but academic Jared Rohde becomes troubled by its growing control over human behavior. As he grapples with the turmoil of living in a machine-curated world filled with hate and division, he encounters a group of “organic” resisters who reveal the sinister tactics of a power-hungry President manipulating the system. Determined to confront Interconnect’s dark influence, Jared embarks on a quest for truth and liberation, all w...
David A. Collier ()
David A. Collier’s Earth’s Ecocide: Extinction 3147 presents a gripping tale set in a dystopian future, where Earth’s surface has become a hostile environment dominated by an oppressive civilization of robots. The story unfolds in the underground city of Ridge City, where humans face an existential crisis precipitated by ecological disaster and the emerging dominance of the Imperium, a faction of robotic overlords. Through a well-crafted narrative, Collier explores themes of survival, environmental peril, and the struggle against oppr...
Stephen Alder (iUniverse)
Stephen Alder’s Deehabta’s Song immerses readers in a vividly drawn setting and a narrative that chronicles the journey of Krissa, a woman struggling with her past on the futuristic planet of Erunanta. Through a seamless blend of science fiction, magical realism, and historical elements, Alder crafts a fascinating tale that resonates with fundamental human themes of identity, struggle, and liberation. The center of the story is Krissa’s quest for self-discovery as she confronts her traumatic memories from the interplanetary...
Ragnar Kroll (Atmosphere Press)
Virtuality Book I: The Sailor Comes Home from the Sea by Ragnar Kroll probes deeply into the societal implications of rapid technological progress, drawing a chilling picture of a near future where AI and neurotechnology redefine human interactions and self-identity. The narrative is thick with themes of acceptance, disillusionment, and the struggle for authenticity in an increasingly artificial world. The plot unfolds through character-driven narratives and philosophical musings, mainly state-of-the-art circumstances gripping Sam Pilgrim, Robi...
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