Download or read book Dark Nebula Beacon written by Sean Willson and published by WideAsleep Publishing. This book was released on 2021-08-04 with total page 662 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Even in space, she’s always been on the outside. Now she and her family face the cataclysmic consequences. Lync Michaels never thought her lies would have their own staggering twist. After fabricating her entire background so she could rise through the ranks, the battle strategist is devastated to discover she’s only half-human. But being the sole leader to have beaten their long-standing enemy in battle, she refuses to let politics and confusion stop her from charging back into combat. With a plan underway to steal one of the Galactic Alliance’s crucial Beacons, Lync wrestles with the family’s fractured agendas outside the battlefield. But after she finally leads her Ulixi people in a revolt against the military, she demands that any daring plot to save humanity will be done as equals. Can Lync unite a divided army before they’re sent to their doom? Dark Nebula: Beacon is the tense fourth book in the Dark Nebula space opera series. If you like stunning surprises, electrifying thrills, and high-stakes conflict, then you’ll love Sean Willson’s light in the expanse. Buy Dark Nebula: Beacon to shine against the coming shadow today! *** KEYWORDS: science fiction, scifi book, scifi books, space opera, space opera book, space opera scifi, space opera adventure battles, space opera exploration, epic space opera, science fiction female lead, strong female characters in books, robots, robots scifi, artificial life, ai, artificial intelligence, galactic empires, space colonization, planetary colonization, faster than light travel, alien invasion, first contact, interstellar travel, nanotechnology FOR FANS OF: Isaac Asimov, Greg Bear, David Brin, Martha Wells, Ann Leckie, Iain M. Banks, Iain Banks, Kim Stanley Robinson, John Scalzi, James S. A. Corey, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Gareth Powell, Jasper T. Scott, Nathan Nystad, James Rosone
Download or read book Dark Nebula Generations written by Sean Willson and published by WideAsleep Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-04 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the future, he’s immortalized as an A.I. Now, he’s plotting Earth’s course for centuries… and perhaps sending them all to their doom. Harold Olivaw believes valiantly in humanity’s grand destiny. Astounded by the alien probe he’s unearthed beneath the ice of Antarctica, the aspirational scientist sets into motion a secret mission to push humankind to its limits. Vice Admiral Gwar will not let humans undermine the Galactic Alliance a second time. Tipped off when human researchers in Sol cause a massive explosion, he mounts a secret expedition to root humanity out to protect his ultimate goal of galactic supremacy. Stark Olivaw can’t afford to squander another minute. Acutely aware that colonizing the stars is non-negotiable, he willfully continues his family’s decades-long subterfuge. With interstellar forces amassing and human beings ignorant of cosmic power plays, aliens and homo sapiens will soon clash in an epic war like no other… As the stage emerges for the greatest threat of all time, will anyone emerge unscathed? Dark Nebula: Generations is the all-revealing third book in the Dark Nebula space opera series. If you like answers to serial mysteries, getting into the enemy’s head, and era-spanning explorations, then you’ll love Sean Willson’s mind-blowing saga. Buy Dark Nebula: Generations to watch the dominoes fall today! *** KEYWORDS: science fiction, scifi book, scifi books, space opera, space opera book, space opera scifi, space opera adventure battles, space opera exploration, epic space opera, science fiction female lead, strong female characters in books, robots, robots scifi, artificial life, ai, artificial intelligence, galactic empires, space colonization, planetary colonization, faster than light travel, alien invasion, first contact, interstellar travel, nanotechnology FOR FANS OF: Isaac Asimov, Greg Bear, David Brin, Martha Wells, Ann Leckie, Iain M. Banks, Iain Banks, Kim Stanley Robinson, John Scalzi, James S. A. Corey, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Gareth Powell, Jasper T. Scott, Nathan Nystad, James Rosone
Download or read book Dark Nebula Nursery written by Sean Willson and published by WideAsleep Publishing. This book was released on 2023-08-04 with total page 894 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allying with the Ursis brought with it a burden she alone must bear. Will she break loose from the shackles that bind her, or will she become a puppet of the alien entity? Abigail Olivaw found humanity’s first ally in their war against the Galactic Alliance, and at the same time, she unwillingly became host to an alien parasite. A life-force capable of toppling empires far larger than her own. With her life in jeopardy and the fate of her family uncertain, will she bow to the whim of the Therionic entity and put her people at risk, or will she find a way to defeat it before humanity falls? Armed with a new-found strength from the past, the Olivaw family finds itself in a unique position, long ago thought lost to failed lies and subterfuge. Bradley and Zachary Olivaw are at odds with how to lead the family forward during trying times. Do they launch headlong toward annihilation, or recede quietly into the shadows? Their differing strategies shake the family to its core and challenge what it means for blood to be thicker than water. Will their family fall apart when put to the ultimate test, or will they rise to the challenge and guide humanity to a new tomorrow? Dark Nebula: Nursery is the epic sixth and final book in the Dark Nebula space opera series. If you like complex characters, adventures into the unknown, and pulse-pounding action, then you’ll love Sean Willson’s quest to explore the human condition. Buy Dark Nebula: Nursery to untangle humanity’s fate today! *** KEYWORDS: science fiction, scifi book, scifi books, space opera, space opera book, space opera scifi, space opera adventure battles, space opera exploration, epic space opera, science fiction female lead, strong female characters in books, robots, robots scifi, artificial life, ai, artificial intelligence, galactic empires, space colonization, planetary colonization, faster than light travel, alien invasion, first contact, interstellar travel, nanotechnology FOR FANS OF: Isaac Asimov, Greg Bear, David Brin, Martha Wells, Ann Leckie, Iain M. Banks, Iain Banks, Kim Stanley Robinson, John Scalzi, James S. A. Corey, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Gareth Powell, Jasper T. Scott, Nathan Nystad, James Rosone
Download or read book Dark Nebula Graveyard written by Sean Willson and published by WideAsleep Publishing. This book was released on 2022-08-03 with total page 586 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aliens want to terminate humanity a second time. Can she assemble an alliance before they reach the final battle? Abigail Olivaw tires of waiting. With the imminent threat of annihilation leaving her desperate, the bold leader couldn’t afford to waste time waiting for the battle over the Beacon of Therion to conclude. But returning to the shadowy stars in search of allies leads them straight into the clutches of unknown alien forces… Barely escaping the deadly tendrils of the Dark Nebula, Abigail has her hands full when crew members mount a mutiny. But after their dissent ends in major loss of life, she fears her frantic hunt for assistance may have them all blown to space dust. Will the treacherous vacuum offer up hope, or is Abigail leading humanity to extinction? Dark Nebula: Graveyard is the whirlwind fifth book in the Dark Nebula space opera series. If you like complex characters, adventures of uncertainty, and pulse-pounding action, then you’ll love Sean Willson’s quest into the cosmos. Buy Dark Nebula: Graveyard to comb the razed lands today! *** KEYWORDS: science fiction, scifi book, scifi books, space opera, space opera book, space opera scifi, space opera adventure battles, space opera exploration, epic space opera, science fiction female lead, strong female characters in books, robots, robots scifi, artificial life, ai, artificial intelligence, galactic empires, space colonization, planetary colonization, faster than light travel, alien invasion, first contact, interstellar travel, nanotechnology FOR FANS OF: Isaac Asimov, Greg Bear, David Brin, Martha Wells, Ann Leckie, Iain M. Banks, Iain Banks, Kim Stanley Robinson, John Scalzi, James S. A. Corey, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Gareth Powell, Jasper T. Scott, Nathan Nystad, James Rosone
Download or read book Dark Nebula Box Set Books 4 6 written by Sean Willson and published by WideAsleep Publishing. This book was released on 2024-04-06 with total page 2130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The epic Dark Nebula saga continues with this thrilling second box set, as the Olivaw family and their allies face new challenges, shocking revelations, and the looming specter of humanity’s extinction. Book 4, Dark Nebula: Beacon, Lync Michaels, a battle strategist with a fabricated past, grapples with her newly discovered half-human identity and leads her Ulixi people in a revolt against the human military. As she strives to unite a divided army, Lync must navigate the treacherous landscape of family agendas and interstellar politics to secure humanity’s future against the onslaught of the Galactic Alliance. Book 5, Dark Nebula: Graveyard, finds Abigail Olivaw desperately searching for allies in the shadowy tendrils of a Dark Nebula. Narrowly escaping the clutches of unknown alien forces and a mutinous crew, Abigail races against time to gather support before humanity’s final battle against annihilation. Book 6, Dark Nebula: Nursery, In the epic conclusion, Abigail becomes an unwilling host to a powerful alien parasite capable of toppling empires. As she struggles to break free from its control and protect her people, the Olivaw brothers, Bradley and Zachary, must reconcile their differences and guide their family through the ultimate test of loyalty and sacrifice. The second Dark Nebula box set masterfully weaves together complex characters, pulse-pounding action, and thought-provoking explorations of the human condition. As the stakes rise and the fate of humanity hangs in the balance, readers will be captivated by the Olivaw family’s fight for survival and their quest to forge a new path for their species. With his signature blend of intricate world-building, emotionally resonant characters, and high-stakes adventure, Sean Willson delivers a thrilling continuation of the Dark Nebula series that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Dive into the electrifying conclusion of the Dark Nebula series and uncover the shocking twists, interstellar thrills, and the ultimate fate of humanity in this epic space opera. — Praise for the Dark Nebula space opera series: “…there's a lot of great science fiction if that is your thing.” — J Hansen (Book 4) “Haven’t read anything like this since Asimov.” - Chief C B (Book 5) “I couldn’t wait to get to the end to see if the Olivaw siblings could lead a ragtag band of fighters to victory over the Galactic Alliance and save humanity or not. If you like Sci-Fi and books about the stars then you will love this.” — R Dryre (Book 6)
Download or read book Dark Nebula Discovery written by Sean Willson and published by WideAsleep Publishing. This book was released on 2021-01-04 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He found peace far from Sol, but danger never left his orbit. Can he help free humankind from death’s clutches? Bradley Olivaw grew tired of the lies. Breaking from his family by leaving for a colony lightyears away, he’s proud of his work contributing to the new planet and he even soothed his anger issues. But when his brother Zachary reappears and reveals his old home in Sol is under intergalactic trial, he lets his rage drive him into action. With past resentments resurfacing between Bradley and his sibling, the pair take to the stars in search of a way to save humanity. But even after they split up to cover more ground and keep from killing each other, the crimes of their species follow them… and attract lethal alien threats. Will the brothers rise up to prevent humankind’s extinction? Dark Nebula: Discovery is the absorbing second book in the Dark Nebula space opera series. If you like expanse-spanning stakes, futuristic tech, and traversing the depths of emotion, then you’ll love Sean Willson’s engulfing adventure. Buy Dark Nebula: Discovery to learn the harsh truth today! *** KEYWORDS: science fiction, scifi book, scifi books, space opera, space opera book, space opera scifi, space opera adventure battles, space opera exploration, epic space opera, science fiction female lead, strong female characters in books, robots, robots scifi, artificial life, ai, artificial intelligence, galactic empires, space colonization, planetary colonization, faster than light travel, alien invasion, first contact, interstellar travel, nanotechnology FOR FANS OF: Isaac Asimov, Greg Bear, David Brin, Martha Wells, Ann Leckie, Iain M. Banks, Iain Banks, Kim Stanley Robinson, John Scalzi, James S. A. Corey, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Gareth Powell, Jasper T. Scott, Nathan Nystad, James Rosone
Download or read book East Of The Dark Nebula written by Jonathan Phillip Blackwell and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2023-10-06 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About the Author Jonathan Phillip Blackwell was born in Honolulu, Hawaii and lived there until age twelve. As a military brat, Blackwell traveled to Kentucky, Tennessee, Colorado, Kansas, and California. He graduated from Washington Union High School in Freemont, California in 1962 and worked for Bishop Moving and Storage in Long Beach before joining the U.S. Air Force in 1964. Blackwell spent sixteen years in Japan and nine months in Vietnam before being medevacked out. He served in the U.S.A.F. for twenty-six years. He later drove trucks, some long haul, for thirteen years. Blackwell has played guitar in a band, and he also loves to play chess. He taught C141s and C130s Phase II school. Blackwell is interested in plate tectonics, astrology, astronomy, the mind, and making big puzzles, but his true love is writing novels. Blackwell has lived all his goals and then some. He is presently widowed and living in Ogden, Utah.
Download or read book Dark Nebula Box Set Books 1 3 written by Sean Willson and published by WideAsleep Publishing. This book was released on 2024-02-14 with total page 1477 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a galactic voyage with the Dark Nebula box set, facing a universe of good intentions gone wrong. Will anyone survive when the past demands its due? In a not-so-distant future where humanity stands accused and on the brink of interstellar conflict, one family finds their destinies intertwined in a battle that spans generations and stars. From the echelons of power within the Inner and Outer rings of Sol, to the far reaches of space, their choices will determine the fate of human civilization in the face of an intergalactic threat. Book 1, Dark Nebula: Isolation, introduces us to the Olivaws, grappling with their role as humanity’s defender against an alien tribunal, and Joyce Green — a colony leader and bereaved mother — driven by the death of her son to uncover the origin of a deadly virus. Their revelations threaten to unravel the very fabric of humanity’s past. Book 2, Dark Nebula: Discovery, follows the Olivaw brothers as they confront familial estrangement and ancient grievances against a backdrop of interstellar peril, where humanity’s legacy and future are questioned at every turn. Book 3, Dark Nebula: Generations, delves into the Olivaw family origin, and their ancestors ambitious quest to cement humanity’s place in the cosmos. It’s a journey fraught with internal strife and cosmic confrontation that could herald humanity’s ascendancy, or precipitate its fall. The Dark Nebula series masterfully blends deep emotional resonance with high-stakes adventure, creating a universe rich with detailed characters, existential threats, and a narrative that explores the moral complexities of technological advancement and survival. Perfect for fans of sweeping space operas, Sean Willson’s first three books are a testament to the enduring power of human resilience, the quest for truth, and their fight for a place among the stars. Unveil the mysteries, face the trials, and discover the fate of humanity in this captivating box set. — Praise for the Dark Nebula space opera series: “Exceptionally well thought out plot with believable characters, in short a cannot put down!” - Mark S (Book 1) “…This book is a fabulous read, you think you can guess what may be coming next, but I was always surprised - I never guessed right. This is a great read for anyone who likes Science Fiction, no matter the sub genre you prefer, this series has it all so far, even some romance…” — Susan M (Book 2) “A really good read, spent many hours late into the night because I had to see what was coming next. The story has many hidden subplots which merge together well…” - Paul P (Book 1) “I loved Dark Nebula: Generations! The family background filled in all the unanswered questions about how the Olivaws got where they are now. Fascinating! Now, on to the future!” — Slugpuppy3 (Book 3) “Great read, kept me turning the page to find out what next.” - Neville B (Book 1)
Download or read book Dark Nebula Isolation written by Sean Willson and published by WideAsleep Publishing. This book was released on 2020-12-04 with total page 519 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lies crafted from good intentions. Death spreading through the stars. When the past returns to claim its due, will anyone survive? Earth Solar System, the Future. Abigail Olivaw is drowning in self-doubt. Hiding a devastating secret from the populace, the President of the Confederation of Planetary Explorers is horrified when hostile aliens arrive to announce they’re putting humanity on trial. Forced to act as her species’ defender in court, she struggles to hide her family’s hidden multi-generational history that could lead to a sentence of genocide. Epsilon Eridani Colony. Joyce Green’s passion for her job is dwarfed only by her love for her son. So when he dies from a mysterious virus that threatens the entire settlement, the Director of Colonization vows to stop at nothing to discover what triggered the deadly infection. And as she uncovers the truth bit by bit, her heartbreak fuels a berserk need for justice. Trapped by guilt over a mistake she didn’t choose, Abigail falls into a tailspin when the invaders reveal the facts of her race’s origins. And when Joyce unmasks a traitor, the rest of her people would be lucky to only die from disease. With their paths on a collision course, will the women’s consequence-laden decisions destroy humankind’s last hope? Dark Nebula: Isolation is the gripping first book in the evocative Dark Nebula space opera series. If you like emotionally complex characters, chilling twists, and eye-opening takes on technology, then you’ll love Sean Willson’s sweeping epic. Buy Dark Nebula: Isolation to launch a defense against corruption today!
Download or read book Dark Nebula Contact written by Sean Willson and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-04 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When aliens arrive in Sol, how does humanity react in the first few hours?After several years of unstable peace throughout Sol, mankind is confronted with the arrival of an unknown alien force. Everyone deals with the unexpected arrivals differently.Military forces guarding the front lines of a century old conflict struggle to comprehend the alien arrival. Unhealed wounds from past battles stress Inner and Outer Ring soldiers, as a rogue among them takes matters into her own hands.Hours into the alien arrival, the president endeavors to contain a centuries old subterfuge. She never imagined she'd be the one responsible for guiding mankind in its darkest hour.A washed up vid-sim sports star turned messiah predicted the alien arrival with uncanny accuracy. How does a world react when his prophesies come true?Dark Nebula: Contact, is a prequel Novella in a sci-fi series that features unusual aliens, galactic action, surprising plot twists, complex characters, and bad-ass protagonists.Buy Dark Nebula: Contact to get a peek into this futuristic new series today!
Download or read book Intergalactic Odyssey written by StoryBuddiesPlay and published by StoryBuddiesPlay. This book was released on 2024-07-30 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the thrilling intergalactic adventure of Captain Odysseus in “Intergalactic Odyssey.” Lost in a distant galaxy, Odysseus and his crew must navigate through cosmic storms, encounter alien sirens, and confront vengeful foes to find their way back to Earth. This epic sci-fi journey features intense trials, including the enigmatic Labyrinth of Shadows, the hazardous Dark Nebula, and the awe-inspiring Celestial Beacon. From battling through the Inferno’s Embrace to solving the mysteries of the Echoing Void, each chapter of “Intergalactic Odyssey” promises an exhilarating adventure through space and time. Follow Captain Odysseus as he faces otherworldly challenges and uncovers ancient technologies that will test his courage and skill. Perfect for fans of epic space operas and intergalactic sagas.
Download or read book Tower at the Edge of Time written by Lin Carter and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 1999-12-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Observing Nebulae written by Martin Griffiths and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-11-03 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book enables anyone with suitable instruments to undertake an examination of nebulae and see or photograph them in detail. Nebulae, ethereal clouds of gas and dust, are among the most beautiful objects to view in the night sky. These star-forming regions are a common target for observers and photographers. Griffiths describes many of the brightest and best nebulae and includes some challenges for the more experienced observer. Readers learn the many interesting astrophysical properties of these clouds, which are an important subject of study in astronomy and astrobiology. Non-mathematical in approach, the text is easily accessible to anyone with an interest in the subject. A special feature is the inclusion of an observational guide to 70 objects personally observed or imaged by the author. The guide also includes photographs of each object for ease of identification along with their celestial coordinates, magnitudes and other pertinent information. Observing Nebulae provides a ready resource to allow anyone with a little experience in astronomy, whether professional or amateur, to locate, identify and record the nebulae in our home galaxy. The author enables the observer to use a telescope and filters to the best advantage to see these celestial wonders, or to couple filters to a CCD camera or digital SLR camera in order to take quality images of celestial objects. By using these techniques it is even possible to make a valid contribution to professional investigations. And the views are unbeatable.
Download or read book Planetary Nebulae and How to Observe Them written by Martin Griffiths and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-02-24 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Planetary Nebulae and How to Observe Them is for amateur astronomers who want to go beyond the Messier objects, concentrating on one of the most beautiful classes of astronomical objects in the sky. Planetary nebulae are not visible to the naked eye, but they are a fascinating group of telescope objects. This guide enables a user equipped with an average-sized amateur telescope to get the best out of observing them. Topics covered include their astrophysical make-up, history of their discovery, classification and description, telescopes to use, filters, and observing techniques - in short everything anyone would need to know to successfully observe planetary nebulae. The book describes the various forms these astronomical objects can take and explains why they are favorite targets for amateur observers. Descriptions of over 100 nebulae personally observed by the author using telescopes of various sizes are included in the book. Readers can create their own observing program or follow the list of these captivating objects, many of which are found within our own Milky Way Galaxy.
Download or read book Star Trek the Official Guide to Our Universe written by Andrew Fazekas and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2016 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The characters of the Star trek television programs and movies go boldly among the stars-- but how much of what they tell us is accurate? Fazekas compares the Federation's technology with our own, and provides scientifically accurate accounts of the realms and star charts that the Enterprise uses to explore the solar system, nebulae, and more.
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