Download or read book Startling Stories 2022 Issue written by John Shirley and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2022-09-15 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2022 issue of Startling Stories presents more action-packed science fiction adventures. Here are tales of strange worlds, stranger civilization, mech warriors, adventures in space, and much, much more! Included in this issue are: "Out on the Edge," by Darrell Schweitzer "A Quickening Tide," by A.J. McIntosh & Andrew J. Wilson "Pharmakon, Pharmakon," by M. Stern "Rising from the Devil's Planet," by Adrian Cole "Speaking with John Shirley" (Interview), conducted by Darrell Schweitzer "Through Time and Space with Ferdinand Feghoot: Alpha," by Grendel Briarton, Jr. "Hua Gu Quan (Flower Drum Circle)," by Frances Lu-Pai Ippolito "You're Sunk!" by Cynthia Ward "Introduction to Thoughts That Kill," by Phil Harbottle "Thoughts That Kill," by John Russell Fearn and Ron Turner (Comics Feature) "Sharptooth," by Lorenzo Crescenti "Just Like You and Me," by Stephen Persing "Tears In My Algabeer," by Eric Del Carlo "The Lost City of Los Angeles," by John Shirley "The Colour of Nothing," by Mike Chin

Download or read book Black Cat Weekly 118 written by Dave Zeltserman and published by Black Cat Weekly. This book was released on 2023-12-03 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This issue, we have 17 short stories and 2 novel serials for you—one of our largest lineups ever! (Of course, quite a few of the stories are short, and hopefully you like awful-pun stories…) On the mystery front, we have original tales from Dave Zeltserman (thanks to Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken) and Justin M. Kiska (a Christmas fantasy-mystery), plus another fantasy-mystery from C. C. Guthrie (thanks to Acquiring Editor Barb Goffman). Our serial of Jack Guthrie’s Tiger Island concludes. And, of course, there’s a solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles. For the science fiction and fantasy lineup—we have the above-mentioned Kiska and Guthrie tales, plus the complete series of 8 Benedict Breadfruit stories by Randall Garrett (written under the pseudonym “Grandall Barretton”) plus 3 more pun-stories from the series Garrett was parodying, The Adventures of Ferdinand Feghoot Through Time and Space, by Reginald Bretnor (written under the pseudonym “Grendel Briarton”) and a Feghoot by Your Editor, John Betancourt (written under the pseudonym “Grendel Briarton, Jr.”). See my intro to this very punny section for more info. On top of all that, we have a delightful fantasy from Anna Tambour, a classic SF piece from Ben Bova, and part 3 of Francis Jarman’s historical fantasy novel, The Eagle’s Wing. Whew, that’s a lot! And just a reminder: if you’d like to contribute to Black Cat Weekly, please see our submission portal at blackcatweekly.com for guidelines. We are always looking for original mystery and science fiction/fantasy stories. Here’s this issue’s complete lineup (in order of appearance): Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure: “The Ice Lady,” by Dave Zeltserman [Michael Bracken Presents short story] “The Coveted Coin Caper,” by Hal Charles [Solve-It-Yourself Mystery] “The December Candle Caper Con,” by C. C. Guthrie [Barb Goffman Presents short story] “North Pole Noir,” by Justin M. Kiska [short story] Tiger Island, by Jack Ritchie [serial novel, part 3 of 3] Science Fiction & Fantasy: “The December Candle Caper Con,” by C. C. Guthrie [Barb Goffman Presents short story] “North Pole Noir,” by Justin M. Kiska [short story] “The Godchildren,” by Anna Tambour [short story] “Through Time and Space With Benedict Breadfruit: I to VIII,” by Grandall Barretton [8 short stories] “Through Time and Space With Ferdinand Feghoot: VIII, XIX, and XXXVII,” by Grendel Briarton [3 short stories] “Through Time and Space With Ferdinand Feghoot: Alpha,” by Grendel Briarton, Jr. [short story] “Answer, Please Answer,” by Ben Bova [short story] The Eagle’s Wing, by Francis Jarman [serial novel, part 3 of 4]

Download or read book The Well of the Worlds written by Henry Kuttner and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-08-31 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Well of the Worlds" by Henry Kuttner. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

Download or read book Through Time and Space with Benedict Breadfruit and Friends written by Randall Garrett and published by Wildside . This book was released on 2023-12-01 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume assemples 8 tales featuring Benedict Breadfruit—plus 5 featuring his inspiration, Ferdinand Feghoot. Reginald Bretnor’s long-running “Through Time and Space with Ferdinand Feghoot” series (or the Feghoots, as they are affectionately called) began in 1956 in The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. They were published under by byline “Grendel Briarton”—an anagram of “Reginald Bretnor”—and consisted of one- or two-page stories that made perfect sense and always ended in a horrible pun. Of course, after Feghoot launched so spectacularly, Reginald Bretnor’s rising reputation as a punster had to be challenged by another of the science fiction field’s great punsters: Randall Garrett. Randy swiftly created a rival series featuring Benedict Breadfuit. Enjoy these 13 pun-filled tales. No matter how much the puns hurt!

Download or read book Black Cat Weekly 30 written by Elizabeth Elwood and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 1901 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Black Cat Weekly #30 is a fabulous issue. This time, Darrell Schweitzer has unearthed his 1980 interview with Tom Disch, which is fascinating. Disch talks about writing his classic fantasy novel, The Businessman, among other things. As Darrell always notes, these old interviews fall “somewhere between oral history and paleontology.” Lots of mysteries this time, too—including originals by Elizabeth Elwood (thanks to editor Michael Bracken) and Jack Halliday (a flash fiction portrait of a serial killer). Barb Goffman has selected “Take the Hit,” by Nikki Dolson. And we have a short story by James Holding and a classic novel by Hulbert Footner. And no issue is complete without a solve-it-yourself mystery from Hal Charles (the writing team of Hal Sweet and Charlie Blythe). On the fantastic side of things, Cynthia Ward has selected a great science fiction tale by Matthew Hughes. I’ve seen his name for years, but never managed to read anything of his until now—but I’m definitely sold. I'm going to have to check out more of his work. Great stuff. Plus we have stories by Larry Tritten, Richard Wilson, and a vintage ghost story—or is it?—by one of my favorite authors, Anonymous! Here’s the complete lineup: Non-Fiction: “Speaking with Thomas M. Disch,” conducted by Darrell Schweitzer [interview] Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure: “One for the Road,” by James Holding “MeToo Too,” by Elizabeth Elwood [Michael Bracken Presents short story] “Take the Hit,” by Nikki Dolson. [Barb Goffman Presents short story] “A Touch of Magic,” by Hal Charles [solve-it-yourself mystery] A Self-Made Thief, by Hulbert Footner [novel] Science Fiction & Fantasy: “An Odd Ghost Story,” by Anonymous [short story] “To Tell the Phoenecians,” by Matthew Hughes [Cynthia Ward Presents short story] “Turning Off,” by Larry Tritten [short story] “If a Man Answers,” by Richard Wilson [short story]

Download or read book Banner written by Brian Azzarello and published by Marvel Comics Group. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hulk story that launched Marvel's new Startling Stories comic series. Writer Brian Azzarello explores the tormented mind of Bruce Banner. Aware of the destruction wrought by his alter ego, Banner must now face a military bent on destroying him.

Download or read book Taatung Tatung and Other Amazing Stories of India s Diverse Languages written by Vaishali Shroff and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. This book was released on 2023-02-13 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Languages make us human. The ability to communicate and be understood through songs, art, words, inscriptions, or even gestures is essential because we, as a species, cannot live in isolation. And each one of these languages has its own journey. Early humans leaving messages on cave walls; three men on a raft stumbling upon a language they weren't looking for; a secret language that evolved to hide a people; the world's only undeciphered language that is 4000 years old. The stories in this book take you from the northeastern-most tip of our country to the forests in central India, from indigenous languages that are thousands of years old to those that have developed recently. Engrossing, entertaining, and packed with trivia, this book is for non-fiction lovers and students, who have a keen interest in all things India!

Download or read book Silicon Valley Times Roman Alexander Wellington Special Edition Issue April 2022 written by Sujan Pariyar and published by Silicon Valley Times. This book was released on 2022-04-15 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Roman Alexander Wellington sits down with the editors of the Silicon Valley Times for an exclusive interview! This rare interview, in which Roman Alexander Wellington invited the editors to his private residence to make a very special announcement ... prompted the Silicon Valley Times to issue a "Special Edition Issue" in April 2022. Roman Alexander Wellington was also given the Cover Feature of this Special Edition Issue. Silicon Valley Times Editor's Note: In This Silicon Valley Times Exclusive Interview & Special Edition Publication: The Silicon Valley Times is excited to finally share with our readers, that it has secured this exclusive interview with Mr. Roman Alexander Wellington, in which, he will finally announce the release details of his highly anticipated new book series, for the very first time. The team at the Silicon Valley Times would like to thank everyone in Mr. Wellington’s team who helped make this interview possible, as well as Mr. Yusuf Saleh (Mr. Wellington’s personal photographer) who was able to arrange our editorial photos on such short notice. We’d also like to thank Mr. Wellington for graciously inviting us into his home, making us some killer martinis, and for sharing his exciting plans for the future with the Silicon Valley Times readers. About Roman Alexander Wellington: Roman Alexander Wellington is an American business magnate & entrepreneur, best-selling author, and is ranked as one of the Top 10 Digital Marketing Consultants in the USA. Nearly 20 years after starting his first business (at only nine years old), Mr. Wellington has founded nine additional companies, comprising dozens of brands in various industries, including Book & Media Publishing, Fashion, Digital Marketing & Public Relations, Business Education & Consulting, Travel, and more. Mr. Wellington has also authored over 20 books on the topics of entrepreneurship, digital marketing, brand building, and leadership; including the critically acclaimed “Wellington’s 5-Minute Guides For Success” series. Roman Alexander Wellington brings an elite level of strategic knowledge & experience when it comes to digital marketing, brand building, and Public Relations. Any business or brand that's looking to rapidly grow to the next level, should have him on speed dial. In addition to private consulting (his personal passion), Mr. Wellington currently serves as the Chairman of Wellington Industries and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wellington Press, ElysianDigital, & ElysianMed.

Download or read book Amazing Stories Best of 2023 written by Lloyd Penney and published by The Experimenter Publishing Company, LLC. This book was released on 2024-10-10 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a journey through the cosmos with this stellar collection of science fiction tales curated from the depths of Amazing Stories. From the minds of esteemed authors such as Paul Saka, Heather N. Santo, Adrian Tchaikovsky, and Norman Spinrad, among others, immerse yourself in worlds where the boundaries of reality blur and the possibilities of the universe are endless. Join a team of intergalactic explorers as they navigate the treacherous depths of space in search of a new home. Encounter sentient AI grappling with existential questions of identity and purpose. Witness the struggle for survival on distant planets, where humanity's resilience is put to the ultimate test against formidable alien adversaries. From pulse-pounding action to thought-provoking speculative fiction, this anthology showcases the diverse talents of today's most imaginative writers. Prepare to be transported to distant galaxies, alternate realities, and future civilizations as you delve into these gripping tales of adventure, intrigue, and wonder. Featuring contributions from a roster of visionary storytellers, including David Ian, Lisa Fox, Andrew Hiller, and more, this collection promises thrills, chills, and unforgettable journeys through the vast expanse of the cosmos. So buckle up and get ready to explore the unknown—because in the universe of Amazing Stories, anything is possible.

Download or read book Amazing Stories written by and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Routledge Library Editions Science Fiction written by Various Authors and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-07-30 with total page 874 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This set of three previously out-of-print volumes collects together in one place key areas of research into the genre of science fiction. It critically examines science fiction, establishing its common themes and definitions, and comprehensively assesses the sci-fi world in its entirety.

Download or read book Amazing Stories written by Clemens Suter and published by via tolino media. This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amazing short stories by the master storyteller! Read about the young man who finds a mysterious tunnel beneath his garden; mysterious goings-on set in a French forest; a robot reporting about its visit to Earth, or the tale of the Watermonster from Hockenheim, which kidnapped numerous children: these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat. Clemens P. Suter, established author of visionary SciFi that predicted the corona pandemic in 2010, presents stories full of surprise, humor and action. Contents: Watermonster, The Exploration of Planet 17824540930, Forest, Doreen, Potassium Hydroxide, The Tunnel, The Naked Truth and the Lie Dressed up as the Truth, The Baker and the Pot of Gold.

Download or read book Robot Suicide written by Liz W. Faber and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-05 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Robot Suicide: Death, Identity, and AI in Science Fiction, Liz W Faber blends cultural studies, philosophy, sociology, and medical sciences to show how fictional robots hold up a mirror to our cultural perceptions about suicide and can help us rethink real-world policies regarding mental health. For decades, we’ve been asking whether we could make a robot live; but a new question is whether a living robot could make itself die. And if it could, how might we humans react? Suicide is a longstanding taboo in Western culture, particularly in relationship to mental health, marginalized identities, and individual choice. But science fiction offers us space to tackle the taboo by exploring whether and under what circumstances robots—as metaphorical stand-ins for humans—might choose to die. Faber looks at a broad range of science fiction, from classics like The Terminator franchise to recent hits like C. Robert Cargill’s novel Sea of Rust.

Download or read book COOLEST AMERICAN STORIES 2022 written by Mark Wish and published by Coolest Stories Press. This book was released on 2022-01-10 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: America's most talented storytellers share their most courageous, compelling, unputdownable work in a collection made for story lovers. Praised early on by Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk author Ben Fountain and The Weight of Blood author Laura McHugh, COOLEST AMERICAN STORIES is a new annual short story anthology whose guiding philosophy is that a collection of interesting "full meal" short stories could, as one @JustCoolStories Twitter follower put it, "make America cool again." Toward this end, COOLEST AMERICAN STORIES 2022 features a previously unpublished story by the multi-major-book-award-winning author of Blacktop Wasteland S. A. Cosby; the timeless, previously unpublished short story that led Tina Brown to sign Frances Park's When My Sister Was Cleopatra Moon; and Pulitzer Prize finalist Lee Martin's heartfelt rendering of married life that apparently was too startling for the editors of several university-affiliated literary magazines. And since interesting storytelling―rather than a list of publishing credits―matters most to story-hungry readers, COOLEST AMERICAN STORIES 2022 also includes a page-turner about dating in Hollywood written by MFA student Megan Ritchie; Brooklyn native D.Z. Stone's very first published fiction, a hilarious love story that celebrates the power of women; a heartbreaking account of adult siblinghood authored by David Ebenbach―among others in this treasure trove of unputdownable, sharply written, sometimes comic, sometimes frightening, always suspenseful stories loaded with twists and turns. "Coolest American Stories 2022 is a helluva lot of fun. These stories bump and brim with rambunctious energy and show that the American short story is alive and well. Many thanks to Mark Wish and Elizabeth Coffey for this breath―or let's call it a gale―of fresh literary air." --Ben Fountain, winner of the PEN/Hemingway Award and the National Book Critics’ Circle Award, author of Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk "Extraordinarily rich storytelling from fresh, vibrant voices―Coolest American Stories promises to be an annual force." --Laura McHugh, internationally bestselling author of The Weight of Blood and What’s Done in Darkness "Love short stories? This collection is for you. Not yet sure how to feel about short stories? This collection is definitely for you. Whoever you are, wherever you are: read these stories!" --Lori Ostlund, Flannery O’Connor Award winner and author of After the Parade and The Bigness of the World

Download or read book Startling Stories written by and published by . This book was released on 1955 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Amazing Stories From South written by Muruthunjyan and published by Prerna Publication. This book was released on 2022-12-17 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life is a wave, says Muruthunjayan, the author of the book He claims that his book named 'The amazing stories from South' is a collection of stories he learned during his life's tests. He says— "The great past and heritage of my environment are legendary. I have made a try to break the ice to modify the writing which inspires. This book is dedicated to my parents."

Download or read book The Amazing Spider Man written by Stan Lee and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Penguin Classics Marvel Collection presents the origin stories, seminal tales, and characters of the Marvel Universe to explore Marvel’s transformative and timeless influence on an entire genre of fantasy. A Penguin Classics Marvel Collection Edition Collects “Spider-Man!” from Amazing Fantasy #15 (1962); The Amazing Spider-Man #1-4, #9, #10, #13, #14, #17-19 (1963-1964); “Goodbye to Linda Brown” from Strange Tales #97 (1962); “How Stan Lee and Steve Ditko Create Spider-Man!” from The Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1 (1964). It is impossible to imagine American popular culture without Marvel Comics. For decades, Marvel has published groundbreaking visual narratives that sustain attention on multiple levels: as metaphors for the experience of difference and otherness; as meditations on the fluid nature of identity; and as high-water marks in the artistic tradition of American cartooning, to name a few. This anthology contains twelve key stories from the first two years of Spider-Man’s publication history (from 1962 to 1964). These influential adventures not only transformed the super hero fantasy into an allegory for the pain of adolescence but also brought a new ethical complexity to the genre—by insisting that with great power there must also come great responsibility. A foreword by Jason Reynolds and scholarly introductions and apparatus by Ben Saunders offer further insight into the enduring significance of The Amazing Spider-Man and classic Marvel comics. The Deluxe Hardcover edition features gold foil stamping, gold top stain edges, special endpapers with artwork spotlighting series villains, and full-color art throughout.