Essential Science Fiction Novels - Volume 9 - formato ePub

In this great crucible of life we call the world—in the vaster one we call the universe—the mysteries lie close packed, uncountable as grains of sand on ocean's shores. They thread gigantic, the star-flung...

A tendril of the strange fragrance spiraled up from the great stone block. Kenton felt it caress his face like a coaxing hand. He had been aware of that fragrance—an alien perfume, subtly troubling, evocative...

American editor and author of works of fantastic fiction of some interest. Originally trained in law, he turned to journalism, first as a correspondent, and later as editor. In 1917, published his first...

American editor and author of works of fantastic fiction of some interest. Originally trained in law, he turned to journalism, first as a correspondent, and later as editor. In 1917, published his first...

While searching for lost Inca treasure in South America, American mining engineer Nicholas Graydon encounters Suarra, handmaiden to the Snake Mother of Yu-Atlanchi. She leads Graydon to an abyss where...

I AM a medical man specializing in neurology and diseases of the brain. My peculiar field is abnormal psychology, and in it I am recognized as an expert. I am closely connected with two of the foremost...

Abraham Merritt's 'The Ship of Ishtar' is a classic science fiction novel that combines elements of adventure, fantasy, and romance. The story follows American archaeologist John Kenton as he discovers...

Es geht um eine fortgeschrittene Rasse, die sich im Erdkern entwickelt hat. Schließlich erschaffen ihre intelligentesten Mitglieder einen künstlichen Nachkommen. Dieses geschaffene Wesen verkörpert sowohl...

The archaeologist hero, Kenton, receives a mysterious ancient Babylonian artifact, which he discovers contains an incredibly detailed model of a ship. A dizzy spell casts Kenton onto the deck of the ship,...

Set on the island of Ponape, full of ruins from ancient civilizations, the novel chronicles the adventures of a party of explorers who discover a previously unknown underground world full of strange peoples...

In the wilds of the Trans-Himalayan region, a quartet of adventurers led by Dr. Walter T. Goodwin stumbles upon a tribe of human primitives forgotten since the age of Alexander the Great, and an awesome...

Abraham Merritt's 'The Moon Pool & The Metal Monster' is a captivating blend of science fiction and fantasy, set in a mysterious and otherworldly landscape. The book follows a group of explorers who...

Abraham Merritt's 'SCI-FI Boxed Set' compiles 18 thrilling and imaginative science fiction adventures that transport readers to distant planets, lost worlds, and unexplored galaxies. Merritt's literary...

This early work by Abraham Grace Merritt was originally published in 1917. 'Through the Dragon Glass' is a fantasy short story by the author of the 'Moon Pool'. It tells the tale of adventurous explorers...

"Dr. Goodwin is on a botanical expedition in the Himalayas. There he meets Dick Drake, the son of one of his old science acquaintances. They are witnesses of a strange aurora-like effect, but seemingly...

One of the most gripping fantasies ever written, The Moon Pool embodies all the romanticism and poetic nostalgia characteristic of A. Merritt's writings. Set on the island of Ponape, full of ruins from...

In a dilapidated room, a young man named Lin Feng awoke from unconsciousness, finding himself inexplicably transported to an alternate world where the strong reign supreme.This was a fantastical realm...

At the heart of every child's life is a mother's unwavering love—a love that nurtures, protects, and endures through every joy, challenge, and milestone. Mother's Love: A Journey of Unconditional Love...

The Silent Cage transports readers to a future where society is shaped by constant surveillance, mandatory service, and subtle control. Jaxon, a man caught in the grip of a highly structured world, finds...

When gods and demons clash, mortals bleed.Leda Pierce's latest mission brings her back to her hometown at the edge of the Frontier. But things have taken a turn for the worse in the six months since she...

Cadence Lightbringer has everything. The prestige and power that comes with being the Angel of Storm Castle. Her archangel husband and soulmate, Damiel Dragonsire, Master Interrogator in the Legion of...

The vortex was spinning and Athena's voice echoed in Aisha's mind. The words sent a shiver down her spine. "Every few millennia, there is a reckoning, a challenge if you like; set out by what on Earth...

Nine Hikers Climbed Humpback Rocks. Only Eight Came Down. Retired detective Bill O'Shea is pulled into an awkward situation when his girlfriend's ex-husband comes to Wintergreen for a family reunion....

 Arata is investigating an occultist, but in order to get him to talk, she convinces him that she's an academic researcher interested in his work. The work, it turns out, is bloody.

 Davien Elswood, the Duke of Blackburn, isn't an ordinary man. Twenty years ago he was cursed with the powers of an aswang, and now he's forced to fight the beast within. But is it only metaphorical,...

Dracula as you have never seen him. He is a good guy, loves cats. This is book number 3 in the series.  This is an excellent spin on the Dracula story. Dracula has become a defender of mankind instead...

Fall is always busy in the village of Shenandoah Springs, Virginia, and this year is no exception. Brynn McAlister is juggling the grand opening of a new local business and preparations for the big Harvest...

Born a daughter into the kingdom of Jinu, Xiuying knows nothing but rejection and betrayal, even as a young child.She is left forgotten and raised by maids while her parents, disgraced by her gender,...

Prince Mykael believes he can have everything he desires, but he can't have me.Harper Swanson:During my summer break from college, I take a hiking trip to the national park with friends. Close to sunset,...

Might all her years of faithful service finally be rewarded?The arrival of the winter robins is always a high point in Miss Kate Hamilton's life. With her sister's children grown and no word from her...

In the eerie shadows of Hartsgrove, a reclusive woman known as a witch prepares her Christmas meal, but when her sinister companion vanishes, the town begins to fear what she might be cooking up next. A...

En este quinto número de la revista de un solo autor "Los Viajes del Hechicero" encontrarás historias que te llevarán a muchos mundos fantásticos. Si te gusta la fantasía y la ciencia ficción, estas páginas...

Dear Future Math Magicians,Welcome to the wackiest, silliest, and most exciting maths adventure you'll ever experience!Have you ever wondered if maths could be fun? Like, really fun? Well, hold onto your...

In the sprawling dystopian metropolis of Ironhaven, the Iron Dominion controls every aspect of life. Surveillance drones watch every move, and the city's enforcers, known as the Iron Guard, keep a tight...

Set foot in the luminescent world of Lesedi, where dreams collide with reality, and art transcends boundaries, and dreams take flight on the canvas of imagination. Amidst the shadows of struggle, one...

When his mother dies, he feels it's the end of life. She was the only family he had. It takes time for Kevin Otieno to get over the pain and move on with his life. By Kevin's side is his best friend,...

A tale of cunning plans with a little bit of Stockholm Syndrome and quite a bit of Murphy's LawThere was Fatboy (arson) who wasn't fat. There was Shorty (assault) who wasn't short. There was Jason (fraud)...

The Machine was forged in a lab, carved deep inside a mountain in the desert. The ex-soldiers were brought in to teach it the art of war. Their fighting experiences were sampled, uploaded into the Machine's...

William Moorehead is back for another round of strange and surreal adventures. After surviving aliens, vampires, and a werewolf, Moorehead finds himself in Dry Gulch, a mysterious Wild West town that's...

Aodhán grew up hearing legends of the sea—and just like his father, those legends have come for him.When the Sealord's fleet ravages Aodhán's home, his dreams and naivety are shattered on the rocks of...

The epic conclusion to theUSA Today bestsellingFairy Tales by Moonlight series!***Reunite with Sir Arawn and Princess Cat for a delicious fairy tale romance! After learning her kidnapped sister is alive,...

Unlock Ancient Power, Confront Your Fate: The Trionian Saga – Book Two: The Hyna Sword. The epic adventure continues with "The Hyna Sword", the highly anticipated second novel in The Trionian Saga trilogy....

Frantic, hungry claws scraping against wood…The whining of a drill as it grinds through bone…The ravings of a lunatic amid the honking of gridlocked cars…Agonized shrieks through the phone line, followed...

Aaron is haunted by the bullying at his primary school and his friends are trying to help him. Will he overcome his past or will his fate be covered in heartbreak and death.

Eclipse of the Stars. Engr Dr Naila Hina.  "We are the Harbingers."Cara's heart leapt into her throat. She glanced around the bay, but there was no one else. The voice wasn't coming from the comms; it...

Explore the strange journeys into different worlds in this collection. An eclectic mix of magic, the paranormal, hauntings, poems and experiences well outside the normal.What did the dog discover? The...