Amazing Stories: Best of 2023

Amazing Stories: Best of 2023
Author: Lloyd Penney
Publisher: The Experimenter Publishing Company, LLC
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2024-10-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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.

Captain Future: 1,500 Light Years from Home

Captain Future: 1,500 Light Years from Home
Author: Allen Steele
Publisher: The Experimenter Publishing Company, LLC
Total Pages: 271
Release:
Genre: Art
ISBN:

Journey far beyond the solar system to a planet of danger with CAPTAIN FUTURE as he confronts the greatest menace humankind has ever faced … 1,500 LIGHT YEARS FROM HOME! No ship from Earth has ever ventured past the outer worlds of the system. But that wasn’t until Ul Quorn, the criminal overlord called the Magician of Mars, stole an experimental warp drive and used it to hurl a hijacked spaceliner and his cut-throat gang across the galaxy to an inhabited planet orbiting Deneb, one of the largest and brightest stars in the known universe. For what purpose? No one knows … until now. Curt Newton, the adventurer known as Captain Future, is about to find out, for he has inadvertently joined Ul Quorn’s quest to Deneb. Yet neither man is prepared for the horrors they’ll find there or the alien doomsday machine lurking nearby. The battle of wits between the two adversaries is only getting started, and the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance! “Allen Steele has updated and supercharged the original incarnation of Curt Newton, reimagining him for 21st century readers. It’s a pleasure to see him back and in capable hands.” — Will Murray, author of Tarzan, Conqueror of Mars.

Return to Forever

Return to Forever
Author: Mark Salvatore Pitifer
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 611
Release: 2005-08
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 059535100X

Follow Nino as he tours the beautiful Kingdom of Forever, the devastation of the outer darkness, and the absolute horros of hell. Listen as he learns about the origins of the cosmos and the meaning of life.

No Police = Know Future

No Police = Know Future
Author: James Beamon
Publisher: The Experimenter Publishing Company, LLC
Total Pages: 177
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

What Does a Future Without Police Look Like? In 2020, protesting citizens issued the cry to “defund the police.” But what does that mean? We challenged science fiction authors the world over to give us their vision of a world without police and fair systems of justice. In this collection you’ll find eleven stories showing alternate forms of law enforcement and criminal justice spread across near future, alternate realities and different worlds. Explore places where everyone in the community takes a part to bring justice to killers and citizens step into the role of Mr. Rogers to be good neighbors and resolve disputes. Find worlds where the errant are helped to redemption and a future where a modern angst-ridden cop’s mind is blown. This anthology shows you what “defund the police” can look like. We invite you to take a journey into social landscapes you may not have thought possible.

Seas Washed Ashore

Seas Washed Ashore
Author: Joseph Komperda
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 95
Release: 2014-02-28
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1312058854

Seas Washed Ashore is a collaborative project between Joe Komperda and Amber Lucas. It features a series of poems and images that correlate with the sea.

A Soul's Promise

A Soul's Promise
Author: Amit Prakash Sharma
Publisher: Amit Prakash Sharma
Total Pages: 302
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Dive into the mystical journey of 'A Soul's Promise: Embarking from Life's End, Moving Towards the Endless...' by Amit Prakash Sharma. This narrative transcends the physical realm, exploring the ethereal beauty of spiritual love—a path to enlightenment. In this transformative tale, love is the ultimate goal—a divine essence that connects all beings beyond time and space. The intertwined destinies of the characters reveal a powerful, unifying love that dissolves disparities and nurtures the soul, guiding it toward divine harmony. 'A Soul's Promise' redefines love from mere physical longing to a profound spiritual connection. Each chapter opens a gateway to understanding love in its most exalted form, leading to self-realization and blissful unison with the divine. Embark on a journey beyond the conventional. Every step is a revelation, every turn a pathway to spiritual devotion. This book is a pledge of divine love, offering healing, understanding, and the promise of eternal companionship. Step into the boundless ocean of spiritual love with 'A Soul's Promise' and navigate towards the endless horizon where love is the ultimate destination. This voyage extends from life’s end to the infinite embrace of spiritual love—where the soul finds sanctuary, and love becomes the guiding light. Embark on an unforgettable journey of the heart and spirit.

Poetry of the Soul

Poetry of the Soul
Author: Audrey Williams
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 109
Release: 2011-10-20
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1456797514

My poetry is in essence about spiritual awakening. Each verse a moment of passion (in all its forms) captured in a weaving of words. They are designed to have many layers of meaning, responsive to the mood and need of the reader. I aspire to be the woman I would hope to be, to achieve that I must carry on my own journey of creative and spiritual awakening. Enjoy my poetry; let them cast their glamour before you, arousing your senses and creativity.

The Sea and Medieval English Literature

The Sea and Medieval English Literature
Author: Sebastian I. Sobecki
Publisher: DS Brewer
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2008
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 9781843841371

A fresh and invigorating survey of the sea as it appears in medieval English literature, from romance to chronicle, hagiography to autobiography. As the first cultural history of the sea in medieval English literature, this book traces premodern myths of insularity from their Old English beginnings to Shakespeare's Tempest. Beginning with a discussion of biblical, classical and pre-Conquest treatments of the sea, it investigates how such works as the Anglo-Norman Voyage of St Brendan, the Tristan romances, the chronicles of Matthew Paris, King Horn, Patience, The Book of Margery Kempe and The Libelle of Englyshe Polycye shape insular ideologies of Englishness. Whether it is Britain's privileged place in the geography of salvation or the political fiction of the idyllic island fortress, medieval English writers' myths of the sea betray their anxieties about their own insular identity; their texts call on maritime motifs to define England geographically and culturally against the presence of the sea. New insights from a range of fields, including jurisprudence, theology, the history of cartography and anthropology, are used to provide fresh readings of a wide range of both insular and continental writings.

Walking in the Garden of Souls

Walking in the Garden of Souls
Author: George Anderson
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2002-10-01
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1101204214

For 27 years, George Anderson, widely considered the world's greatest living medium, has listened to those on the other side, gaining a unique awareness of what those souls want his millions of believers to know, to understand, and to accept. Now Anderson shares this wisdom-and offers an incomparable perspective on the questions faced in day-to-day life.