The Bow of Destiny by Paul Smith Loss and uncertainty taunt Athson with haunting visions and whispers. Orphaned at an early age, he grapples with hallucinations, including the presence of a faithful dog that exists solely in his mind. But these unsettling reminders of his past have returned with a dream. Bound by a promise to his dead father, Athson desires a peaceful life rather than a legendary bow prophesied to defeat a dragon. Yet, his reluctance only deepens his peril, as the menacing … [Read more...] about The Bow of Destiny by Paul Smith
Class-A Threat by Dan Sugralinov
Class-A Threat by Dan Sugralinov In a world of twenty billion, a third are non-citizens, barred from society's privileges. Teens must play “Disgardium” for life skills. Alex Shepard, in-game as Scyth, disengages after a setup blunder but must return to earn for education. Misfortunate events rank him as a low-level "Threat". But, when cursed by one game character and recognized by another, Alex gains a unique ability. Guided to a Sleeping God, he's tasked with a monumental mission, amplifying … [Read more...] about Class-A Threat by Dan Sugralinov
The Epsilon Account by Joni Parker
The Epsilon Account by Joni Parker Thousands of years ago, Eledon was created for the Elves by their Mentors when they were forced to leave Earth. At least, that’s how the legend goes. In return, the Elves must pay them a tribute in gold, known as the Golden Harvest, every four thousand years. The Elfin Council of Elders appoints Lady Alexin (Alex) Dumwalt, the Keeper of the Keys, to manage the next payment, due 244 years from now. That is, until the Mentors show up unexpectedly and demand … [Read more...] about The Epsilon Account by Joni Parker
The Epherium Chronicles: Embrace by T.D. Wilson
The Epherium Chronicles: Embrace by T.D. Wilson Book one of The Epherium Chronicles Hope. Captain James Hood of the Earth Defense Forces remembers what it felt like. Twenty-five years ago, it surged through him as a young boy watching the colony ships launched by mega-corporation Epherium rocket away. He, like so many others, dreamed of following in the colonists' footsteps. He wanted to help settle a new world—to be something greater. Then came the war... Hope. During years of vicious … [Read more...] about The Epherium Chronicles: Embrace by T.D. Wilson
Smuggler’s Valor by T.D. Wilson
Smuggler's Valor by T.D. Wilson Smuggling precious cargo to a remote colony was supposed to be easy. I was dead wrong. Awarded Silver Honorable Mention in the recent first quarter Volume 40 of L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future contest. Smuggling is a dangerous business and Reese Daniels has the score of a lifetime within his grasp; however, getting shot down on one of Uranus' moons wasn't in his plan. Stranded and on the run in the middle of an alien invasion, Reese must work with a … [Read more...] about Smuggler’s Valor by T.D. Wilson
The Price of Rebellion by Michael C Bland
The Price of Rebellion by Michael C Bland It's 2047. Secrets have been revealed. And Washington wants revenge. Dray Quintero learned an ugly truth: the leaders in D.C. are fake. They've stolen the identities of those duly elected to Congress and are determined to stay in power, using his own technology against him and the rest of the population. After revealing the dangers of their government-mandated implants to his fellow citizens, and calling on everyone to rise up, Dray joins the … [Read more...] about The Price of Rebellion by Michael C Bland
Empire: Capital by Tim Goff
Empire: Capital by Tim Goff The Solarian Empires decades long war against demon ruled Traag ended in a pyric victory. Now, the nation teeters on the brink of collapse. Worse, the demons are still out there. Tia traveled to the imperial capital to testify at the trial of a traitor tied to eldritch abominations. She remained to court the rowdy knights roaming the palace halls. But strange dreams plague her, and the intrigues are turning deadly... Rebecca is 'playing the palace' when not … [Read more...] about Empire: Capital by Tim Goff
Reliance by Paul McMurrough
Reliance by Paul McMurrough An eruption on the Sun leaves the Earth powerless, but is it a temporary inconvenience or the start of a spiral into anarchy? Belfast Professor Martin Monroe knows the answers, but once branded a conspiracy nut, he struggles to get anyone to listen to his warnings of the impending disaster. His only friend, Simon Wilson, still coming to terms with the loss of his wife, is the only person who will listen. Fighting against bureaucracy and her own lack of … [Read more...] about Reliance by Paul McMurrough
Lafitte’s Chance by Michael Roberts
Lafitte's Chance by Michael Roberts Thomas Cain puts it all on the line again in this exhilarating alternative American History time travel adventure novel! Thomas has managed to rescue Aden, but his futuristic gear is still missing while the Pirate King, Jean Lafitte, is breathing down his neck. In his efforts to track his items down, will Thomas keep his agreement to bring the pirates to Jackson's aid and achieve America's first victory as a new country? Or will pride bring them all to … [Read more...] about Lafitte’s Chance by Michael Roberts
Mythion: Human Transformation by Jason Davis
Mythion: Human Transformation by Jason Davis When Gavin finds himself in a hospital with no memory of how he got there, he soon finds himself being escorted into an RPG psychotherapeutic marvel to heal his immuno-compromised body as well as to treat emotional traumas preventing him from becoming a truly powerful and effective person. That RPG marvel takes place in a quantum-created alternate reality called Xenxu, a lush, immersive utopia with its own AI citizens, laws, and culture, where … [Read more...] about Mythion: Human Transformation by Jason Davis