The Elsewhen Gene by Gary Bullock Laura Elizabeth Austin grows up in a small farming town in Kansas. Already a genius at age eight, she and equally bright Elijah Lucas Grant are very different from other kids, but Laura and Elijah have each other. Fascinated with science, they seriously discuss the big cosmological questions – the nature of time, black holes, the origin and the destiny of the universe, so the two little prodigies become soul-mates, at the tender age of 8. At the age of 12, … [Read more...]
AL CLARK (Book One) by Jonathan G. Meyer
AL CLARK (Book One) by Jonathan G. Meyer Al Clark is familiar with trouble. It seems conflict follows him. Still, he cannot allow adversity or danger to crush his dreams. Journey with Al and his closest friends as they fight to save a crippled starship, adapt to a new world and keep the settlement from disaster. A story of colonization that will surprise and delight. … [Read more...]
Slip by David Estes
Slip by David Estes Someone must die before another can be born... As sea levels rise and livable landmasses shrink, the Reorganized United States of America has instituted population control measures to ensure there are sufficient resources and food to sustain the growing population. Birth authorization must be paid for and obtained prior to having a child. Someone must die before another can be born, keeping the country in a population neutral position at what experts consider to be the … [Read more...]
Twin Time by Olga Werby
Twin Time by Olga Werby Alex and Sasha are twin sisters, physically identical down to their freckles. But the resemblance is only skin deep—Sasha is profoundly autistic, while Alex is not. Sasha can’t communicate and acts bizarrely, and the family revolves around her and her intense needs. Yet the aged, wealthy, and mysterious Aunt Nana seems to have a particular interest in both girls. Offering a helping hand, she encourages the family to move to San Francisco to be near her. And when the … [Read more...]
The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett
The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett The first book of the Princelings of the East series introduces us to Princelings George and Fred. Imagine them scurrying around the castle using secret passages, carrying out scientific experiments that occasionally blow up in their faces, or quaffing ale at their favourite tavern. But there is trouble in their world. They may not use much energy, but when they do, it is usually for important occasions. Energy draining to a halt to ruin the … [Read more...]
Botanicaust by Tam Linsey
Botanicaust by Tam Linsey The only crop left is human. After genetically altered weeds devastate Earth's croplands, Dr. Tula Macoby believes photosynthetic skin can save the human race. Her people single-mindedly embark on a mission to convert the cannibals roaming what's left of Earth. But when Levi, a peaceful stranger, refuses alteration, Tula doesn't think the only options should be conversion or death. Levi Kraybill, a devout member of the Old Order, left his Holdout farmland to seek a … [Read more...]
The Man of Cloud 9 by Adam Dreece
The Man of Cloud 9 by Adam Dreece "a truly unique voice" - Readers' Favorite "... you can't get better than The Man of Cloud 9" - Rene Auberjonois, Director/Actor (aka Odo from Star Trek Deep Space Nine) A Silicon-Valley spirited, high-tech thriller with an intimate soul. A tale of genius, conscience, and consequence. Seventy years from now, the world's been heavily damaged by climate change, but its appetite for big dreams and innovation is gone. Steve Jobs-esque inventor Niko Rafaelo is … [Read more...]
Combat Boy and the Lord of Monster Realm by Angela Purbaugh
Combat Boy and the Lord of Monster Realm by Angela Purbaugh On the other side of an interdimensional portal lies the game world of Monster Realm, a place where monsters battle humans, where souls are held captive, and where Tom Hock, also known as, Combat Boy narrowly escaped. Now, he's home and feeling safe—big mistake. Tom’s brother, Joey wants to play. He paralyzes Tom with a poison dart and reassembles the fabled monster token to start the game which spreads across San Diego. … [Read more...]
Combat Boy and the Monster Token by Angela Purbaugh
Combat Boy and the Monster Token by Angela Purbaugh Deep beneath the teeming mass of fans, cosplayers, and gamers visiting San Diego's Comic Book Convention, a game is underway. The winner is crowned the Multidimensional Game Master, but what kind of game asks players to sign a contract in blood? Twelve-year-old Tom Hock, professional gamer, is thrilled to get an invitation to play Monster Realm, alongside his brother Joey and a mysterious pro gamer named Dark Pixy. Tom doesn't take the … [Read more...]
Hoplite by Isaac Hooke
Hoplite by Isaac Hooke A warlike alien race. A stranded platoon. One man's fight to save his brothers--and humanity itself--from total annihilation. Rade Galaal and his elite team are dispatched to the farthest reaches of known space to investigate the disappearance of a classified new supercarrier. Equipped with Hoplites, powerful battle suits laden with enough firepower to raze a small city, Rade and his team explore the barren world where the starship issued its final transmission. But … [Read more...]
