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Book SynopsisOld enemies meet on new worlds in The Line of Polity, the second novel in Neal Asher's popular Agent Cormac series.At the frontiers of human-occupied space, the Miranda space station has been utterly destroyed. Earth Central assigns Agent Ian Cormac to discover the truth, because the alien bioconstruct Dragon seems the most likely culprit.Meanwhile, rebellion is brewing on Masada. The planet’s people are enslaved on the surface, living in fear of their overlords in orbit, who punish transgressions with laser strikes. Leaving their compounds also means death, as monstrous predators roam the toxic wilderness. Civil war looms, while a rebel biophysicist brings lethal Jain technology to this world. Agent Cormac must find out what connects these events, if he is to avert catastrophe.The Line of Polity is followed by Brass Man, the third title in the Agent Cormac series.Trade ReviewA complex, multilayered story of rebels in a slave world trying to qualify for humanitarian aid * Guardian *Asher’s latest rip-roaring space epic makes his previous ventures look like relaxing trips to the local zoo * SFX *Fast paced, intriguing, and brutal * Starburst *

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Book SynopsisA thrilling new novel based on the Paramount+ TV series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds!While patrolling the borders of the Klingon Empire, Captain Christopher Pike and the crew of the USS Enterprise record a series of subspace echoes from a planet orbiting a volatile flare star—and when Lieutenant Spock and Commander Una Chin-Riley lead a landing party to learn more, they discover the ruins of a dead civilization and evidence of starship-grade metals…quite possibly a crash site. As they continue to investigate the strange signals, Spock and Una find shocking signs of dangerous alien life and remnants of what can only be Federation hardware. The trail soon leads Pike and Enterprise’s helmswoman Lieutenant Erica Ortegas deep into the mystery of a lost Starfleet vessel, missing in action for over ninety years—and to a terrible dilemma that will challenge the crew to question their past...and their future.

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Book SynopsisPublished with the blessing of Cixin Liu, The Redemption of Time extends the astonishing universe conjured by the Three-Body Trilogy. Death is no release for Yun Tianming – merely the first step on a journey that will place him on the frontline of a war that has raged since the beginning of time. At the end of the fourth year of the Crisis Era, Yun Tianming died. He was flash frozen, put aboard a spacecraft and launched on a trajectory to intercept the Trisolaran First Fleet. It was a desperate plan, a Trojan gambit almost certain to fail. But there was an infinitesimal chance that the aliens would find rebooting a human irresistible, and that someday, somehow, Tianming might relay valuable information back to Earth. And so he did. But not before he betrayed humanity. Now, after millennia in exile, Tianming has a final chance at redemption. A being calling itself The Spirit has recruited him to help wage war against a foe that threatens the existence of the entire universe. a challenge he will accept, but this time Tianming refuses to be a mere pawn... He has his own plans. Published with the blessing of Cixin Liu, The Redemption of Time extends the astonishing universe conjured by the Three-Body Trilogy. You'll discover why the universe is a 'dark forest', and for the first time, you'll come face-to-face with a Trisolaran...

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Book SynopsisA life-changing encounter. A fugitive from the stars. Wrathful warriors in pursuit. Landing on Earth, the Doctor finds a stranded alien in need of protection – and is dragged headlong into the life of his old friend Donna Noble, knowing that if she ever remembers their time together, she will die…Based on a script by Russell T Davies, this brand-new adventure for Doctor Who’s 60th Anniversary features David Tennant as the Fourteenth Doctor and Catherine Tate as Donna Noble.

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Book SynopsisThe essential Judge Dredd graphic novel series – this is the ultimate introduction to the Lawman of the Future! After Dredd’s discovery of a mutant branch of his bloodline during Origins, the lawman has started to take a closer look at Justice Department’s treatment of those unfortunates warped by the legacy of the Atomic Wars. Mutants are currently forbidden entry into Mega-City One, and exiled to facilities and townships in the irradiated wasteland, but Dredd believes it’s time the law was changed – but is even he prepared for the turmoil he’s about to unleash? The stories collected in this volume affect the Dredd strip for years to come, and features work by writer John Wagner (Button Man) and artists Colin MacNeil (Essential Judge Dredd: America), Kev Walker (Star Wars), Patrick Goddard (Battle Action), and Rufus Dayglo (Tank Girl).Trade ReviewREVIEW FOR PREVIOUS ESSENTIAL JUDGE DREDD COLLECTIONS "With 40+ years of Dredd tales to choose from, the new Essential Judge Dredd has opened with an impressive one-two punch." - ComicconREVIEW FOR PREVIOUS ESSENTIAL JUDGE DREDD COLLECTIONS "If you’re a fan that hasn’t seen this stuff before, you’re in for a rare treat." - Grovel

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Book SynopsisMeet Karl Glogauer, time traveller and unlikely Messiah. When he finds himself in Palestine in the year 29AD he is shocked to meet the man known as Jesus Christ - a drooling idiot, hiding in the shadows of the carpenter''s shop in Nazareth. But if he is not capable of fulfilling his historical role, then who will take his place?Expanded from the NEBULA-winning 1966 novella, BEHOLD THE MAN is one of the greatest books of Moorcock''s long and varied career. Intense, delicate and brutal, it explores the psyche of one man as he faces his ultimate fate. One he knows he cannot avoid.Trade ReviewThe greatest writer of post-Tolkien British fantasyA triumph of mature talent and imagination - PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

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Book SynopsisThis collection includes The Time Machine, The Island of Doctor Moreau, The War of the Worlds, The First Men in the Moon and The Invisible Man - all collected in a stunning leather-bound omnibus.Five of the best science fiction novels by the Grandfather of Science Fiction: unsurpassed in their timeless capacity to thrill and transfix, these are tales that reach to the heart of human ambition, fear, intelligence and hope.The Time Machine was Wells'' first major piece of fiction: a haunting vision of a far future earth orbiting a sun cooling to extinction.The War of the Worlds: still considered by many to be the best novel of alien invasion ever written.The Island of Doctor Moreau: with its terrible creation The House of Pain, this tale anticipated our terror of genetic engineering.The Invisible Man: the classic study of scientific hubris.The First Men in the Moon: a Scientific Romance, a fantastical voyage a dystopian nightmare revealed

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Book SynopsisMUSIC OF THE SPEARS by Yvonne NavarroNew York City, 2124, and the streets are swarming with Alien Jelly addicts and homeless people. The powerbrokers look down from their high-rise offices with disgust. One of them-an entertainment mogul-is planning spectacular revenge on a maniac musician. Damon Eddington will shock the world with his latest opus-the Symphony of Hate-and the unique sound he seeks for his vision of hatred is the razor-sharp scream of the Alien...BERSERKERby S.D. PerryIt is called a Berserker team-desperate volunteers recruited by the Company to destroy Alien infestations. Based on the spaceship Nemesis, it consists of three brutal ex-cons and the Berserker itself: an armed exoskeleton powered by the brain of what was once a human, an unstoppable killing machine. The Nemesis is sent to a space station containing the largest alien hive in history, with nearly a thousand hapless humans cocooned and incubated inside. The mission: to destroy the Aliens while leaving the terminal intact...Trade Review“The novels in these Omnibuses span the width and breadth of the Alien universe, stretching its boundaries and giving it a marvelous depth of detail” - BookRiot

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Book SynopsisTHE THIRD NOVEL IN THE HIGHLY ACCLAIMED BOOKS OF BABEL SERIES, SET IN A LABYRINTHINE WORLD OF MENACE AND WONDER.''It is not merely a 5* book, it''s a masterpiece'' Mark Lawrence''A vibrant, wholly original, and expertly crafted novel that transcends genre fantasy. It is an instant literary classic'' Fantasy Book ReviewThomas Senlin and his crew have been separated following the orders of the mysterious Sphinx. Meanwhile, the enslaved hods climb the Black Trail and whisper secrets in the dark. As Senlin and his crew are dragged ever further into the Tower''s conspiracies, everything falls to one question: who is the Hod King?Praise for the series:''Josiah Bancroft is a magician. His books are that rare alchemy: gracefully written, deliriously imaginative, action-packed, warm, witty and thought-provoking'' Madeline Miller, author of Circe''I''m wildly in love with this book'' - <Trade ReviewJosiah Bancroft is a magician. His books are that rare alchemy: gracefully written, deliriously imaginative, action-packed, warm, witty and thought-provoking. I can't wait for more -- Madeline Miller, author of CIRCEIt is not merely a 5* book, it's a masterpiece . . . readers will be talking about these books long after much of what currently keeps them company on the shelves is forgotten . . . I was thrilled by the story, wildly jealous of the writing, and am now very keen to read the final book -- Mark LawrenceThe Hod King is a vibrant, wholly original, and expertly crafted novel that transcends genre fantasy. It is an instant literary classic -- FANTASY BOOK REVIEWJust as phenomenally written as its two predecessors . . . this one gets 6/5 stars, because 5 stars are not enough for the amount that I loved it. A universe of stars out of five! -- SUPERSTAR DRIFTERSpectacular . . . Once again Josiah has produced something that belongs in the very top echelons of the fantasy genre -- FANTASY HIVELike its predecessor it is a brilliant piece of work . . . these two books are genius. I just love them. The story, characters and imagination shine -- Mark Lawrence on ARM OF THE SPHINXAn extraordinary debut that is well worthy of the hype. A beautifully written, highly engaging page-turning masterpiece -- FANTASY BOOK REVIEW on SENLIN ASCENDSSenlin Ascends crosses the everyday strangeness and lyrical prose of Borges and Gogol with all the action and adventure of high fantasy. I loved it, and grabbed the next one as soon as I turned the last page -- Django Wexler on SENLIN ASCENDSBrilliant debut fantasy . . . this novel goes off like a firework and suggests even greater things in the author's future -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY on SENLIN ASCENDSIt's rare to find a modern book that feels like a timeless classic. I'm wildly in love with this book -- Pierce Brown, on SENLIN ASCENDSAn impressive display of imagination and humour . . . we have no reservations about recommending it -- SCIFINOW on SENLIN ASCENDSDeeply compelling . . . A classic in the making -- B&N SCI-FI AND FANTASY BLOGA brilliant third instalment in Josiah Bancroft's inspired Books of Babel quartet -- FANTASY HIVEThe Books of Babel are something you hope to see perhaps once a decade - future classics, which may be remembered long after the series concludes. Only a few days into 2019, I think we've already found a contender for 'fantasy book of the year' -- LA TIMES

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Book SynopsisIn this essential Star Wars Legends novel, the second in the Darth Bane trilogy, the fearsome Sith lord takes on a deadly new apprentice. Darth Bane's twisted genius made him a natural leader among the Sith-until his radical embrace of an all-but-forgotten wisdom drove him to destroy his own order . . . and create it anew from the ashes. As the last surviving Sith, Darth Bane promulgated a harsh new directive: the Rule of Two.Two there should be; no more, no less.One to embody the power, the other to crave it.Now Darth Bane is ready to put his policy into action and thinks he has found the key element that will make his triumph complete: a student to train in the ways of the dark side. Though she is young, Zannah possesses an instinctive link to the dark side that rivals his own. With his guidance, she will become essential in his quest to destroy the Jedi and dominate the galaxy.

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Book SynopsisThe Ringworld is dying.And this time even Louis Wu - captive of the hyper-intelligent alien Tunesmith - may be unable to save it. Even if Louis can escape he will then have to survive in a galaxy ravaged by interstellar war and deadly political intrigue. For the Ringworld is no longer a secret and entire civilisations now battle to control its power.The victorious race that conquers the Ringworld will conquer the galaxy ... and no one will be able to stop them.But Louis Wu is going to try.Trade ReviewTotally believable ... one is impressed most by Niven's universe and the way he exploits vast spaces, dizzying mathematics, and huge units of time and matter * THE OBSERVER *Larry Niven has ideas the size of planets * TIME OUT *

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Book SynopsisAll-new adventures featuring the beloved characters from the hit Nintendo video games!Goggles’s adventures continue in the Splatlands!Goggles travels to the Splatlands, meets an inkling named Braid, and embarks on a fresh series of adventures set in the world of Splatoon!

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Book SynopsisR is recovering from death. He's learning how to read, how to speak, maybe even how to love. He can almost imagine a future with Julie, this girl who restarted his heart - building a new world from the ashes of the old one.And then helicopters appear on the horizon. A mysterious army is coming to restore order, to bring back the good old days of stability and control and the strong eating the weak. These grinning strangers are more than they seem. The plague has many hosts, and some are far more terrifying than the Dead.With their home in the grip of madmen, R and Julie plunge into the wastelands of America in search of answers. But there are some answers R doesn't want to find. A past life, an old shadow, crawling up from the basement.In this long-anticipated new chapter of the Warm Bodies series, Isaac Marion expands the scope of a powerfully simple story: a dead man's search for life in all its bloody rawness.Talk to Isaac on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tumblr, Snapchat, and isaacmarion.com

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Book SynopsisThe thrilling follow-up to Mickey7, soon to be a major motion picture by Academy Award-winning director Bong Joon-Ho.Summer has come to Niflheim. The lichens are growing, the six-winged bat-things are chirping, and much to his own surprise, Mickey Barnes is still alive—that last part thanks almost entirely to the fact that Commander Marshall believes that the colony’s creeper neighbors are holding an antimatter bomb, and that Mickey is the only one who’s keeping them from using it. Mickey’s just another colonist now. Instead of cleaning out the reactor core, he spends his time these days cleaning out the rabbit hutches. It’s not a bad life.It’s not going to last.It may be sunny now, but winter is coming. The antimatter that fuels the colony is running low, and Marshall wants his bomb back. If Mickey agrees to retrieve it, he’ll be giving up the only thing that’s kept his head off of the chopping block. If he refuses, he might doom the entire colony. Meanwhile, the creepers have their own worries, and they’re not going to surrender the bomb without getting something in return. Once again, Mickey finds the fate of two species resting in his hands. If something goes wrong this time, though, he won’t be coming back.Trade Review“Excellent” -- The FT"Intelligent, heartfelt and very funny" -- SciFiNow"Leaves the audience gasping" -- The Times

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Book SynopsisAcclaimed as one of the most original voices in modern literature, Raphael Aloysius Lafferty drew more from traditional oral storytelling techniques than from the usual pulp roots of SF. His inventive style and fondness for tall tales marked him out from his contemporaries, and writers of the calibre of Harlan Ellison, Neil Gaiman and Gene Wolfe acknowledge him as a major influence and force in the field. His fiction has garnered numerous award wins and nominations and he has been given the prestigious SFWA Grand Master Award and the World Fantasy Award for Lifetime Achievement. This volume contains three of his early novels: the Hugo- and Nebula-shortlisted Past Master, space opera re-telling of The Odyssey, Space Chantey, and Fourth Mansions, also shortlisted for the Nebula.Trade ReviewThere's nothing close to Lafferty - nobody with the gravitas about things that were light, and the antigravitas about important heavy thingsR.A. Lafferty might just be the most important science-fiction writer you've never heard of - GuardianLafferty defies catergorization; his work is unlike anyone else's - Harlan Ellison

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Book SynopsisNow a Major Film Starring Jodie Comer (Killing Eve)As flood waters close over London, a woman gives birth to a child. Heartfelt and urgently original, The End We Start From is the compulsive debut novel from Megan Hunter.'Engrossing, compelling and hopeful' – Naomi Alderman, author of The Power'Stunning' – Benedict CumberbatchDays after giving birth, mother and child are forced to leave home in search of safety. The journey north with be dangerous – but new life and fresh hope push them on . . .A startlingly beautiful story of a family's survival, The End We Start From is a haunting but hopeful dystopian vision of a familiar world made dangerous and unstable.'Virginia Woolf does cli-fi . . . tremendous' – Independent'I was moved, terrified, uplifted – sometimes all three at once' - Tracy Chevalier'Beautifully spare and haunting' - Emily St. John Mandel, author of Station ElevenTrade ReviewThe End We Start From is strange and powerful, and very apt for these uncertain times. I was moved, terrified, uplifted – sometimes all three at once. It takes skill to manage that, and Hunter has a poet’s understanding of how to make each word count. -- Tracy Chevalier, author of Girl With a Pearl EarringThe End We Start From is a beautifully spare, haunting meditation on the persistence of life after catastrophe. I loved it. -- Emily St. John Mandel, author of Station ElevenA shot of distilled story . . . engrossing, compelling and finally hopeful -- Naomi Alderman, author of The Power, winner of the 2017 Baileys Women's Prize for FictionI can’t remember ever having read a novel quite as sparing or as daring as Megan Hunter’s The End We Start From, or one that delivers so mighty an impact from such delicate materials. It is a moving, wistful and compelling debut. -- Jim Crace, author of HarvestAn exceptional, alarming and beautiful book, which still echoes months after I finished reading it. Megan Hunter is a writer of unnerving power. -- Evie Wyld, author of All the Birds, SingingI'll be recommending this book for years to come. Utterly brilliant, hugely important. Here's the thing: it's perfect. -- Nathan Filer, author of Costa Prize-winning The Shock of the FallExtraordinary. Megan Hunter's prose is exquisite, her depiction of a world descending into chaos is frighteningly real, and yet, it is her portrayal of motherhood - that tender-terrifying experience of bringing a child into a world - that has remained with me. The End We Start From is an incredible, original exploration of all that beauty, boredom and bewilderment. I read it in one sitting, and was deeply moved. -- Hannah Kent, author of Burial Rites and The Good PeopleThe End We Start From is relentlessly, achingly personal. Hunter reminds us that disasters are rarely experienced in panorama. Instead, we live bone-deep inside our narrator. This book is fierce, sorrowful, and spiked with moments of bright joy. -- Rowan Hisayo Buchanan, author of Harmless Like YouThe End We Start From is so good and clever: a beautiful, timely book about survival (both domestic and global) shot through with hope and humanity -- Lisa Owens, author of Not WorkingBeautiful . . . Water isn't the thing here, love is. And how we survive as the level of love rises -- Cynan Jones, author of The Dig and The CoveExceptional, stunning. I devoured it -- Megan Bradbury, author of Everyone is WatchingA dystopia that feels utterly convincing as our narrator gives birth to her son in a London under threat of advancing flood waters. She lives in the gulp zone so must head off into a familiar territory that has become terrifying in search of shelter and safety. This slender take on new motherhood has stayed with me – not least in making me think about the UK as a place to flee from rather than to, and to imagine Londoners turned refugees. -- Cathy Rentzenbrink * Stylist *Spellbinding . . . a debut [that] packs a punch that belies its brevity, with the author's background in poetry shining through . . . The End We Start From is a slender novel, but more profoundly moving than novels six times as long. It is perfectly balanced between fear and wonder. The world around them may be falling apart in the most extraordinary way, but ordinary life goes on and, as Hunter makes us understand, what a beautiful life it is. * The Bookseller *Powerful . . . an uplifting celebration of the reality of motherhood in the face of terrifying global disaster * Daily Mail *I held my breath reading this beautiful and timely novel. With precise yet lyrical language Megan Hunter gets to the centre of who we are, where we are, and why it matters. The End We Start From is a work of art -- Christie Watson, author of Tiny Sunbirds Far AwayThis debut is a story of a new mother and her baby who are turned into refugees after a mysterious environmental crisis. The End We Start From is a relevant story of our times which shrewdly ponders the meaning of survival and humanity in desperate times * Wales Arts Review *Startling . . . beautiful and insightful. Everyone who reads this will come away feeling renewed * Elle Magazine *Megan Hunter's slender, startling debut shimmers with light, even as the novel heads into dark territory . . . tender and profound -- Psychologies Book of the MonthExtraordinary . . . The End We Start From is reminiscent of Cormac McCarthy’s The Road, in that it shares the same narrative detachment, and the same precise poetry. It is of course told from the perspective of a mother, rather than a father, and is set in a world that is only beginning to fall into chaos. And in the midst of it all, each parent cradles their child, enchanted by their breathing. “Sometimes he sleeps so quietly it seems that he has gone.” Megan Hunter’s remarkable debut novel feels like the other half of the story * Financial Times *In a future London, a mysterious environmental crisis is causing flooding. On the day a woman gives birth to her first child, Z, her home and the city is submerged, and she and her husband R are forced to leave in search of safety. In a scant 127 pages, Megan Hunter creates a powerful and painful story of love and endurance, and of the experiences of being a mother and a refugee * Stylist *A haunting dystopian tale unlike any you’ve read before. In the aftermath of an environmental disaster, London is submerged by floodwater and the narrator, who remains unnamed, is forced to flee with her newborn baby. Despite the world as they know it crumbling around them, mother and son grow and thrive in this dangerous new Britain, where they’ve been recast as refugees. Poetic, precise, and surprisingly full of warmth, this is a beautiful story about the first months of motherhood and the places where hope springs, even in the darkest of times * AnOther *Brilliant . . . Hunter traces - with expert precision and such lyricism - who we are when life is minimised . . . an echo of Jenny Offill's Dept of Speculation . . . a visceral, poetic confession -- Sinéad Gleeson * Irish Times *Fans of Station Eleven will love this. * Red magazine *The End We Start From is an effective, unusual and ambitious debut, which keeps the reader pinned to the page * Guardian *Set in a post-apocalyptic Britain, Megan Hunter's debut is lyrical, uplifting and unmissable * Stylist *A stunning tale of motherhood. Megan has crafted a striking and frighteningly real story of a family fighting for survival that will make everyone stop and think about what kind of planet we are leaving behind for our children -- Benedict CumberbatchStrange and haunting . . . This isn’t a novel in which exposition is a problem; it’s more Virginia Woolf does cli-fi . . . Good news then that film rights have already been snapped up, by Benedict Cumberbatch’s production company SunnyMarch and Hera Pictures. Let’s just hope they do it justice; the dystopian elements are the easy sell, the beating heart of this tender and tremendous story is without doubt Hunter’s portrait of early motherhood, an all-encompassing world of its own * Independent *Megan Hunter uses words sparingly. In her startlingly poetic debut, The End We Start From, she even rations her letters. She calls her characters R and Z and each paragraph is only a sentence or two long. Hunter tangles the delight and disorientation of new motherhood with scenes of societal collapse. As everything seems to be ending, as London floods, a new life begins, hot and pink and hungry. Hunter writes with delicacy and precision; her imagery is pearlescent in places. It’s a sliver of a novel, but it shimmers. * Observer *Natural disasters and climate-related catastrophes might make for a compelling setting, but to really catch a reader's interest, you need to have the personal touch. And this is a novel that takes that principle down to its sparsest, simplest best, focusing on one woman and her child through a year of turmoil . . . best read in one sitting to fully absorb the haunting, brutal yet loving atmosphere of the narrator's journey . . . does a great job of capturing the intensity of early parenthood . . . a tale of survival in extreme conditions * SFX *Hunter's spare, drumskin-tight prose zings off the page, and ingenious descriptions abound . . . It may only consist of 127 pages of impressionistic, staccato sentences, but this is a book of wide horizons and big ideas, and it's no surprise that Benedict Cumberbatch's company have just acquired movie rights. For Hunter the future looks very bright indeed. * Scotland on Sunday *A story of sheer catastrophe, peppered with endearing experiences and milestones of new motherhood. The element which defines this short piece of dystopian fiction is the unique, elegant writing style . . . The End We Start From is beautiful, thought-provoking and most of all, hauntingly believable. It is a tale of hope at a time when the country truly needs it. A stunning debut. * Manchester Evening News *

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Book SynopsisA GRIPPING TECHNO-THRILLER BY THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF NEUROMANCER, THE THIRD NOVEL IN THE BRIDGE TRILOGY''With more insight, wit and sheer style than any of his contemporaries Gibson continues to patrol the nebulous zones that separate science fiction, contemporary thrillers and genuine literature'' Independent----- The Bridge, San Francisco, after the quake: Ex-cop Berry Rydell has been hired by Colin Laney - who is hooked deep into the network of things - to go to San Francisco and act in such a way that he comes to the attention of a certain unspecified individual. This, Laney promises Rydell, could prove life-threatening. And now Rydell''s been sent a package. Something that belonged to Laney, something that others with guns, blades and very bad attitudes want. And suddenly Rydell''s running, trying get to the old Bridge, the shantytown where a man can get lost, be forgotten and wait for the end of the world - whi

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Book SynopsisThe definitive collection of short stories from the century's greatest science fiction writerAll of Arthur C. Clarke's short stories collected in one volume, beginning with TRAVEL BY WIRE - Clarke's first ever published short story.A volume which showcases his range and variety, each story a classic example of the unique mixture of speculation and fiction which has made Clarke a household name.

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Book SynopsisENDLESS DARK. ENDLESS TERROR. Paradise-1. Earth''s first deep space colony. For thousands of colonists, it was an opportunity for a new life. Until it went dark. No communication has been received from the colony for months. It falls to Firewatch Agent Alexandra Petrova and the crew of the Artemis to investigate.What they find is more horrifying than they could have imagined.Paradise-1 begins a terrifying new trilogy of survival and exploration in deep space, from Clarke Award-nominated author David Wellington.''A captivating, eerie story with such engaging characters you won''t want to say goodbye at the end'' S. A. Barnes, author of Dead Silence''Wellington skillfully combines hard sci-fi worldbuilding with tense mystery . . . Readers will be on the edges of their seats'' Publishers Weekly (starred review)''Intensely creepy worldbuildiTrade ReviewWellington skillfully combines hard sci-fi worldbuilding with tense mystery for a superior space thriller that never flags . . . Wellington excels at vivid descriptions, which further enhance the clever plot. Readers will be on the edges of their seats * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *A captivating, eerie story with such engaging characters you won't want to say goodbye at the end. I don't remember the last time I loved a team this much! * S. A. Barnes *As Wellington expertly balances a steady stream of increasingly dire action sequences, intensely creepy worldbuilding, satisfying character development, and an original monster stalking the protagonists, readers will be invested in the plot while coming to truly care about the characters along the way * Library Journal *A clever sci-fi horror novel that provides enough thrills and cool ideas to keep readers entertained until the end * Fantasy Book Critic *

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Book SynopsisDiscover the sixth book in the ludicrously inaccurately named Hitchhiker''s Guide to the Galaxy trilogy, as broadcast on BBC Radio 4 and featuring original cast members including Simon Jones, Geoff McGivern, Mark Wing-Davey and Sandra Dickinson.Arthur Dent led a perfectly ordinary, uneventful life until the Hitchhiker''s Guide to the Galaxy hurled him deep into outer space. Now he''s convinced a cruelly indifferent universe is out to get him. And who can blame him?His life is about to collide with a pantheon of unemployed gods, a lovestruck green alien, a very irritating computer and at least one very large slab of cheese. If, that is, everyone''s favourite renegade Galactic President can get him off planet Earth before it is destroyed . . . again.''A triumph, fabulous. Colfer has given us a delight'' Observer''I haven''t read anything in a long time that made me laugh as much'' The Times''Chock-full of fanciful, inventive one-liners and asides, brimming with a burning sense of the ridiculousness of life'' Independent on Sunday''The best post-mortem impersonation I have ever read'' Mark Lawson, Guardian

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Book SynopsisVisionary creator Peach Momoko continues to craft a new generation of X-Men for an all-new universe!After recent climactic events and the surprise new teammate they found, Mei, Hisako, Nico and the mutants need some guidance! Fortunately, the mysterious Kanon is an older student with a surprising amount of expertise!COLLECTING: Ultimate X-Men (2024) 7-12

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Book SynopsisThe chilling, powerful sequel to Gemma Malley''s acclaimed debut, The Declaration. For fans of The Hunger GamesIn a world where nobody dies, Peter and Anna are Opt Outs - they choose not to live for ever . . . but is that enough?To try and fight the system further, Peter infiltrates Pincent Pharma, the company behind Longevity - the drug that offers eternal life. But he finds himself involved in things he didn''t think possible . . . and begins to struggle with his own family. It appears Richard Pincent will stop at nothing to get what he wants, even if it means ripping Peter and Anna''s new life apart.Trade ReviewWell-written dystopian thriller . . . dramatic and heartfelt * Sunday Times *Well written and thought-provoking * School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisThe definitive editions of Philip K. Dick''s short stories, containing some of the most defining works in the Science Fiction genre.This stunning new edition of Philip K Dick''s work includes the influential ''Adjustment Team'' and ''The Father Thing'', as well as a litany of mind-expanding other works. Work your way through some of the most influential stories from the 20th century, which have had a massive impact on popular culture.''I am bowled over. I am so impressed by the variety in stories, and how interesting the individual story ideas are'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Philip K. Dick is a master of messing with your head in a story'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Enter the Mind of a Genius . . . This collection of short stories by Philip K. Dick are great, thought provoking, funny, and some really frightening'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ є

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Book Synopsis''There are few who write science fiction like Ann Leckie can. There are few who ever could'' John ScalziThe mystery of a missing translator sets three lives on a collision course that will have a ripple effect across the stars in this powerful new novel by award-winning author Ann Leckie. Qven was created to be a Presger translator. The pride of their Clade, they always had a clear path before them: learn human ways, and eventually, make a match and serve as an intermediary between the dangerous alien Presger and the human worlds. The realization that they might want something else isn''t optimal behavior. I''s the type of behavior that results in elimination. But Qven rebels. And in doing so, their path collides with those of two others. Enae, a reluctant diplomat whose dead grandmaman has left hir an impossible task as an inheritance: hunting down a fugitive who has been missing for over 200 years. And Reet, an adopted mechanic who is increasingly desperate to learn about his genetic roots - or anything that might explain why he operates so differently from those around him.As a Conclave of the various species approaches - and the long-standing treaty between the humans and the Presger is on the line - the decisions of all three will have ripple effects across the stars. Masterfully merging space adventure and mystery, and a poignant exploration about relationships and belonging, Translation State is a triumphant new standalone story set in Leckie''s celebrated Imperial Radch universe.Hugo Award shortlist announced March 29th 2024.

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Book SynopsisThe graphic novel adaptation of the classic dystopian masterpiece. From Fred Fordham, graphic novelist behind the sensational TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD graphic novel.Originally published in 1932, Brave New World is one of the most revered and profound works of twentieth century literature. Touching on themes of control, humanity, technology, and influence, Aldous Huxley's enduring classic is a reflection and a warning of the age in which it was written, yet remains frighteningly relevant today.With its surreal imagery and otherworldly backdrop, Brave New World adapts beautifully to the graphic novel form. Fred Fordham's singular artistic flair and attention to detail and color captures this thought-provoking novel as never before, and introduces it to a new generation, and countless modern readers, in a fresh and compelling way.Trade Review[A] highly engaging adaptation of the famous novel... Fordham utilises the graphic novel format to the full, with exciting, near-cinematic renderings of the action...that bring the narrative to life, giving Huxley's seminal work a sense of urgency and visual appeal that makes it more readily accessible for a whole new audience, while for the most part staying faithful to the original text * TeachWire *

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Book SynopsisJules Verne''s wild and riotous fantasy Journey to the Centre of the Earth delves into the hidden mysteries of a vast, uncharted subterranean world. This Penguin Classics edition is translated from the French by Frank Wynne with an introduction by Jane Smiley and notes by Peter Cogman.Jules Verne''s pioneering science fiction classic tells the story of the distinguished but eccentric Professor Lidenbrock, who finds a scrap of parchment in an old manuscript. A cipher written in runes, it tells of an entrance to another world - a world hidden beneath our own, illuminated by an electrified gas and populated by strange, prehistoric beings. So with his nephew reluctantly in tow, the Professor follows this cryptic clue down into a dormant volcano in Iceland, and the further they descend, the more extraordinary the discoveries and creatures that they encounter, the greater the dangers, and the more ancient the living past that surrounds them.This new translation by Frank Wynne is accompanied by an introduction on the science of Verne''s work and its influences. This edition also includes notes, a chronology and suggested further reading.Jules Verne (1828-1905), the ''father of Science Fiction'' was born in Nantes, developing from early childhood a romantic fascination for the ships and the sea. In 1848 he moved to Paris, ostensibly to become a lawyer, though his true ambition was to become a writer. His first book, Five Weeks in a Balloon (1863) was an immediate popular success, followed a year later by Journey to the Centre of the Earth; among the most popular of the fifty-four books published during his life are From the Earth to the Moon (1865), Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (1870) and Around the World in Eighty Days (1873).If you enjoyed Journey to the Centre of the Earth you might like H.G. Wells'' The Time Machine, also available in Penguin Classics.Trade Review“The reason Verne is still read by millions today is simply that he was one of the best storytellers who ever lived.”—Arthur C. Clarke

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Book SynopsisOne hundred and ten centuries from now, humanity has spread across space. And all-powerful machines rule the humans who were once their masters.Trade Review...a compelling story that will transport readers back to the world that changed science fiction forever * Tattered Times, Denver, Colarado *House Harkonnen is compulsive reading. I certainly enjoyed meeting pardot Kynes and Liet, learning more about the Freman, as well as Gurney Halleck, Duncan Idaho and the Lady Jessica. Such vile villains...and such a fascinating description of splendid places. * Anne McCaffrey on House Harkonnen *Dune: House Atreides is packed with action, great story lines and twists within twists about favorite Dune villains and heroes. The result is a winning combination that keeps the two in stride with Frank Herbert's vision. * Beyond the Cover *House Atreides is a terrific prequel, but it's also a first-rate adventure on its own. Frank Herbert would surely be delighted and proud of this continuation of his vision. * Dean Koontz *Those who long to return to the world of desert, spice and sandworms will be amply satisfied * The Times *In a word satisfying: all Dune fans will want to investigate, newcomers will be tempted, and it should promise fresh interest in the magnificent original series * Kirkus *All these characters and themes will be familiar to fans of the original Dune novels. But new twists added by Herbert and Anderson will have fans, both old and new, turning pages. Having done their research well, Herbert and Anderson have succeeded in laying out the foundation for a new trilogy that will amplify the original novels and stand firmly as a class act in its own right. * Dorman T Schindler, St Petersburg Times on House A *This book is written in a style so close to the original that it is hard to believe Frank Herbert did not direct it through some mysterious genetic link - maybe he did. Did I like it? Hey, I'm a Dune addict myself. I can't wait for the sequel to the prequel * Mark Graham, Rocky Mountain News on HA *...a rousing story that juggles eight or so plot lines with ease. The first of a trilogy, the book is written so that those who have never read Dune can strat right here with the prequel. * Michael Glitz, New York Post on HA *The author's research and passion for the material have served them well. Dune: House atreides captures the essence of Dune while illuminating further the workings of Frank Herbert's universe * Seattle Times *

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Book Synopsis''There aren''t too many recent sf novels we can confidently call truly moral works, but Speaker for the Dead is one. It''s a completely gripping story.'' - The Toronto Star''Achieves and delivers more than almost anything else within the science fiction genre, Ender''s Game is a contemporary classic'' - New York Times on Ender''s GameA FALLEN HERO - HAUNTED BY HIS PAST, BUT CAN HE CHANGE THE FUTURE?Ender Wiggin was once considered a great military leader, a saviour for mankind. But now history judges his destruction of an alien race as monstrous rather than heroic.In the aftermath of the war, Ender disappeared, and a powerful voice arose: The Speaker for the Dead, who told the true story behind the battle with the aliens. Now, years later, a second alien race has been discovered. But again they are strange and frightening - and again, humans are dying. It is only the Speaker for the Dead, sTrade ReviewSome of the most hauntingly brilliant writing of the decade -- INTERZONE on ENDER’S GAMEAn increasingly popular and relevant novel that risks and achieves and delivers more than almost anything else within the science fiction genre, Ender's Game is a contemporary classic -- NEW YORK TIMES on ENDER’S GAMEA gripping tale of adventure in space and a scathing indictment of the military mind -- LIBRARY JOURNAL on ENDER’S GAMECard has taken the venerable SF concepts of a superhuman and interstellar war . . . and, with superb characterisation, pacing and language, combined them into a seamless story of compelling power -- BOOKLIST on ENDER’S GAMEAlmost impossible to put down -- LOCUS on ENDER’S GAMEAn incredible ending that knocks you sideways -- SUNDAY EXPRESS on ENDER’S GAMEA great read! -- UPI REVIEWSLess brash than Ender's Game, Speaker for the Dead may be a much better book. Don't miss it! -- ANALOGTold with compassion and keen insight, this powerful sequel to Ender's Game is highly recommended -- LIBRARY JOURNAL

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Book Synopsis''MAGNIFICENT'' Alan Moore''I COULDN''T PUT THE BOOK DOWN'' Ron Howard''CHILLING AND UTTERLY IMMERSIVE'' M. R. Carey It was no secret that journalist Jack Sparks had been researching the occult for his new book. No stranger to controversy, he''d already triggered a furious Twitter storm by mocking an exorcism he witnessed.Then there was that video: forty seconds of chilling footage that Jack repeatedly claimed was not of his making, yet was posted from his own YouTube account.Nobody knew what happened to Jack in the days that followed - until now. ''Fascinating, hilarious, disturbing, exciting and surprising as hell'' Ron Howard, director of Apollo 13, A Beautiful Mind and The Da Vinci Code''Brilliantly paced, utterly compelling, I didn''t have *a clue* what would happen'' Toby Whithouse''Super spooky and addictively written''Trade ReviewFascinating, hilarious, disturbing, exciting and surprising as hell. I couldn't put the book down * Ron Howard, director of APOLLO 13, A BEAUTIFUL MIND and THE DA VINCI CODE *Ingenious and funny . . . A magnificent millennial nightmare * Alan Moore *Wow. Seriously hard to put down . . . Chilling and utterly immersive * M. R. Carey, author of THE GIRL WITH ALL THE GIFTS *This is The Omen for the social media age * Chris Brookmyre, author of the Jack Parlabane thrillers *Wittier than the lovechild of Stephen Fry and Charlie Brooker; scarier than watching The Exorcist in an abandoned asylum. Fast, furious, original and most importantly, terrifying * Sarah Lotz, author of THE THREE *We fell hard for Jason Arnopp's whip-smart and impulsive thriller . . . meet your new favourite book * iBooks Store *Super spooky and addictively written * HEAT *An absolutely great read. It scared the bejeezus out of me! * David Schneider, comedian, director and actor in I'M ALAN PARTRIDGE and THE DAY TODAY *Cracking fun and genuinely creepy * Rick O'Shea, radio presenter *Tremendous . . . a cracking read * Andy Nyman, co-creator of GHOST STORIES and Derren Brown's award-winning shows *If you enjoy smart supernatural thrillers then read this book . . . I smashed through it in a couple of days * Daniel P. Carter, Radio 1 DJ *This is one of those books where I'm sad when I'm not reading it. It manages the rare feat of being both horrific and hilarious, which makes me insanely jealous of Arnopp and has me considering how to kill him and consume his mighty power * Chuck Wendig, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author *I always suspected Jason Arnopp was a genius, and now, having read his first novel, I know I was right. Jack Sparks is an extraordinary literary creation, clever and awful, loveable and cruel and his story is so terrifying and believable that I could barely bring myself to turn off my lights at bedtime * Lisa Jewell, International bestselling author *[A] shriekingly good paranormal thriller . . . Superb pacing, tightrope-taut suspense building and tight plotting * SUN *Quite brilliant. An assured, ultra-modern occult story with real depth of character, a compelling and satisfyingly twisted narrative and a streak of genuine malevolence * Andrew O'Neill, comedian, presenter and musician *The Last Days of Jack Sparks is whip-smart and perhaps, the greatest indictment of social media or endorsement of it . . . It is that kind of wonderful book that plays with your perception and is the very last word in gonzo journalism. If Hunter S. Thompson decided to write a novel channelling Aleister Crowley and with the wit of Augustus Burroughs, you would have the essence of this terrific novel * Ken Bruen, author of the Jack Taylor crime series *Funny, creepy, and totally nuts. I had a blast reading it * Paul Tremblay, author of HEAD FULL OF GHOSTS *It grabbed me relentlessly and made me reprioritize sleep . . . The conclusion is shocking, heartbreaking and absolutely fabulous. I really just loved this one. * THE SPECULATIVE HERALD *Brilliantly unnerving. I couldn't put it down * Tiernan Douieb, comedian *Arnopp's snappy prose and bizarre plot carry the day. An uneasy suspense shrouds the pages like a murky London fog. Devour it in one sitting * THE AUSTRALIAN WAY *As funny as it is frightening * Paul Finch, SHORTLIST *Original, clever, scary and funny...It kept me gripped and guessing from page one * Rebecca Levene, author of The Hollow Gods series *A breath of fresh air, vivid and essential * John Higgs, author of STRANGER THAN WE CAN IMAGINE *

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Book SynopsisNOMINATED FOR THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL 2018''A towering novel'' - Guardian''Relevant and essential'' - Bloomberg BusinessweekAs the sea level rose, every street became a canal, every skyscraper an island. For the residents of one apartment building in Madison Square, however, New York in the year 2140 is far from a drowned city. New York Times bestselling author Kim Stanley Robinson delivers a bold and brilliant vision of New York in the next century.''New York may be underwater but it''s better than ever'' - New Yorker ''Massively enjoyable'' - Washington Post''Gripping . . . so hard to put down'' - Business Insider ''A document of hope as much as dread'' - Los Angeles Review of Books Novels by Kim Stanley Robinson: Icehenge The Memory of Whiteness A Short, Sharp Shock AntaTrade ReviewRobinson is one of the world's finest working novelists, in any genre. New York 2140 is a towering novel about a genuinely grave threat to civilisation -- GUARDIANRobinson seamlessly binds together characters and narrative strands . . . An immensely enjoyable reading experience * SciFiNow *Robinson's writing is so evocative that you can imagine that any one of his paragraphs could feature in the film of the book . . . a thoughtful, innovative page turner -- STARBURSTEven at 600-plus pages, there's a leanness to the prose that keeps the plot moving forwards . . . Robinson handles setpieces with aplomb -- SFXIt's near impossible to capture the vibrance of the entire city in the span of one single novel, yet Kim Stanley Robinson manages to do just that and more -- NEWSWEEKLike all great sci-fi, New York 2140 is as much inward-looking as it is forward- . . . Robinson's work has a strong, intelligent social conscience -- GQStarkly beautiful and fundamentally optimistic -- THE CONVERSATIONOnly sci-fi can drown Manhattan and make you want to live there -- BLOOMBERG BUSINESS WEEKThis may well be Robinson's masterpiece and is surely the most important piece of sf in years -- MORNING STARThere have been more than a few environmental catastrophe tales set in a future New York, but possibly none of them have been this interesting -- LOCUSOne of the most exciting books in climate change fiction yet written... Both immensely readable and timely -- LITHUBUtterly immersive and unexpectedly hopeful -- RT BOOK REVIEWS

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Book Synopsis''A brilliantly plotted yarn of survival and far-future political intrigue'' Guardian ***SHORTLISTED FOR THE PHILIP K. DICK AWARD***The last thing Sanda remembers is her gunship exploding.She expected to be recovered by salvage-medics and to awaken in friendly hands, patched-up and ready to rejoin the fight. Instead she wakes up 230 years later, on a deserted enemy starship called The Light of Berossus - or, as he prefers to call himself, ''Bero''.Bero tells Sanda the war is lost. That the entire star system is dead.But is that the full story? After all, in the vastness of space, anything is possible . . . Dazzling space battles, deadly galactic politics and rogue AI collide in Velocity Weapon, an epic space opera from award-winning author Megan E. O''Keefe.Praise for Velocity Weapon''An entertaining SF thriller'' SciFiNowTrade ReviewA brilliantly plotted yarn of survival and far-future political intrigue * Guardian *A complicated, thoughtful tale that skillfully interweaves intrigue, action, and strong characterization * Publishers Weekly *Full of twists, feints, and deception, O'Keefe's latest presents a visionary world rife withpolitical intrigue and space adventure * Booklist - starred review *A well-written tale of space adventure, underhanded political dealings and AI rights all wrapped up in a fast-paced plot and a well-thought-out world. A must-read for fans of James S. A. Corey and Alastair Reynolds * Bookbag *Meticulously plotted, edge-of-your-seat space opera with a soul; a highly promising science-fiction debut * Kirkus *O'Keefe keeps the pace pumping, timing the big twists perfectly * SFX *An entertaining SF thriller * SciFiNow *A mix of space opera action and interplanetary political shenanigans, Velocity Weapon is a good match for readers of John Scalzi * Omnivoracious/Amazon Book Review *A great premise, compelling plot, and engaging cast of characters . . . from an author worth keeping an eye on * Amazing Stories *The twists come fast and furious . . . This one shouldn't be overlooked * B&N Scifi & Fantasy Blog *

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Book SynopsisOne of the most exciting voices in new space opera returns with the thrilling sequel to the Philip K. Dick Award-winning These Burning Stars - Bethany Jacob's explosive space opera debut

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Book Synopsis'Has been described as his single finest work' The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction

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Book SynopsisMoorcock's Multiverse presents for the first time, definitive editions of Michael Moorcock's most influential work, fully revised and updated by the author.

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Book SynopsisOne of the very best must-read SF novels of all time.Trade ReviewAn outrageous imaginative coup...Crammed with high adventure yet illuminated by a searching intelligence, this four-part epic completely reinvented the traditions of space opera. - Paul J McAuley.Of the first importance. - The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction.This is the real heady wine of science fiction - exciting, intelligent, galaxy-spanning stuff. - Terry Pratchett.

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Book SynopsisStrong science fiction debut that reads like Dune meets Sons of Anarchy.Trade Review"Gritty and engrossing, I definitely want Hob on my side when the revolution comes." – Mur Lafferty, John W Campbell Award-winning author of The Shambling Guide to New York City; "It has a wonderful weird west vibe and some of the phrasing is simply delicious. Hob is a wonderful character to follow – hers is a solid journey and I got a bit choked up when Hob stood up for what she wanted. Alex crafts a host of fascinating characters here – the Weathermen, the Bone Collector – and I reckon you're going to love their adventures." – E Catherine Tobler, author of the Folley & Mallory Adventures; "Take a dash of Dune, a bit of Fury Road, and a whole lot of badass female characters and you've got Hunger Makes the Wolf – a really, really bloody awesome debut from Alex Wells." – Emma Maree Urquhart, author of Dragon Tamers; "This thing drips with tension – between characters, within the story itself – that makes it impossible to put down. I needed to know what would happen next, what would Hob do. Tanegawa's World may be a desolate and uninviting terrain, but it provides fertile ground for the characters,who truly blossom on the page." – Shana DuBois for B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog; "It's a science fiction Western thriller, and it is great, and I'm really, intensely, eagerly looking forward to the sequel. This is the sort of thing I really like. UP WITH THIS SORT OF THING." – Liz Bourke, for Tor.com; "Hunger Makes the Wolf is an exhilarating ride that makes you think, with characters who practically demand rereading. If you care about genre, or labor rights, or female friendships, or having a really good time with a book, read it." – Strange Horizons; "A fast, fun, enormously compelling science fiction novel in the 'space western planetary opera' mode." – Locus; "The story is a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat space opera, tied together with the characters' struggles, adventures, and mishaps. If you've ever thought, 'You know what Dune needed more of? More magic and a biker gang!' then this book was written for you." – The Canary Review; "I was expecting a fun, quick space adventure read, but this story is so much more than that." – Helen Lindley; "This one definitely makes it into my 'Highly Recommended' stack. I'd pick this one up for sure if you're looking for a fun action romp with some unique and amazing female characters." – All Booked Up Blog; "I'm always excited when I find a new book that makes me stay up all night reading because I simply can't put it down. I'm doubly excited when that book is the first in a brand new series. Hunger Makes the Wolf is both those things. Needless to say that I'm absolutely in love." 5/5* – Elena Linville's Tower of Winds; "This is a very cool novel. Hunger Makes the Wolf is a fun, fast, gripping read." – The Irresponsible Reader; "Hunger Makes the Wolf is an entrancing addition to any science-fiction lover's collection. The clever prose alone is enough to grab your attention, but what really makes this novel shine is how immersive it is. The worldbuilding is meticulous, the characters are multifaceted and original, and the present themes are timely and inspiring." – RT Book Reviews; "I have to commend Alex Wells, this book was a genuine pleasure. Just goes to prove, irrespective of genre, you can't go wrong with well-rounded characters and a plot that zips along at a good pace." – The Eloquent Page; "Grab any science fiction book and you'll see they all have the exact same thing in common: the plots and devices of the stories are all predictable and never stray out of bounds. They hardly even push the envelope and, with great joy, I'm glad the author never got that memo. Here's why: Wells adds magic to the mix. It's a stroke of genius I've been waiting for Peter F Hamilton or Alastair Reynolds to pull off to no avail." – The Splattergeist; "It's a well-conceived, smartly plotted, enthusiastically fast-paced sci-fi adventure with some cool ideas and a couple of excellent lead characters who've got plenty growing still to do in future books." – SF Bluestocking; "This is one gem of a story you shouldn't miss out on." – Smorgasbord Fantasia; "I will be picking up future volumes." – James Nicoll Reviews; "Sharp, honed, and brilliant." – Skiffy & Fanty; "Obvious parallels to Frank Herbert's Dune will draw readers into this action-packed tale of tyranny and rebellion, but Wells's character developments take the plot in new directions, leaving the possibility of a sequel." – Library Journal; "Hunger Makes the Wolf is a great bit of sci-fi with a dash of fantasy, all cleverly disguised as a brutal, kick-ass western. I want more!" – Michael Patrick Hicks; "Angry Robot has really upped its game lately; this is one of their best recent releases. Strong debut and I hope for a sequel to start answering a few more of my questions." – Fantasy Review Barn; "Action, atmosphere, great characterisation, pretty damn cool worldbuilding. And explosions. I enjoyed the hell out of Hunger Makes the Wolf. Give me more soon, please." – Liz Bourke for Locus; "Hunger Makes The Wolf can perhaps best be described in musical terms: imagine the powerful, punchy, awesome death'n'roll of latter-day Satyricon married to the lyrical sensibilities of Billy Bragg in his most pro-trade union and leftist moments. Alex Wells managed to write a 400 page book with that kind of power and political urgency and heart, and I am so very much hoping for a sequel." – Intellectus Speculativus; "It's good, old fashioned, new fangled entertainment that goes down easy and delivers enough kick to make you want to come back for more." – Lit Stack; "The story gets tighter as it progresses and the novel stakes out its territory as its own. Really enjoyable." – Camestros Felapton; "Wells' characters are realistic if hard-bitten, and the whole thing left me waiting for the sequel. Highly recommended." – Private Mars Rocket; "Hunger Makes the Wolf by Alex Wells is as tasty as a Saturday morning cartoon." – Out of that World; "A kick-ass science fiction story with a great world and two female leads who are both strong in their own way." – The Illustrated Page; "I enjoyed this action adventure thoroughly." – Deborah J Ross; "Wells excels at creating memorable characters and a memorable planet for them to inhabit. They have a tough, punchy prose style that lends itself to action." – The 1000 Year Plan; "Wow. Imaginative, compelling, and utterly brilliant." – Morpheus Tales; "Wells has an excellent sense of pacing which makes it hard to put this book down. The characters are well-crafted: full of surprises and tough as nails, but not too over-the-top." – Cowering King; "A good story and worth reading." – Red Headed Femme; "It's a mysterious and action-packed story with a western twist that I never wanted to put down." – Auroralibrialis; "2017 seemed to be the year of specfic and sci-fi for me, and holy hell, Alex Wells was a crowning glory with Hunger Makes the Wolf. Down-and-dirty space biker witchery with a messy female lead, diverse characters, found families, excellent world building, and unexpected moments of beautifully crafted prose. I'm interested to see if Wells can top Hunger, which as a first novel was pretty dang flawless." – The Coil; "Recommended. I expect to see this on the ballot for at least the Philip K Dick Award next year." – The Templeton Gate; "I loved it! … The characters are rich with depth, and diverse, and they feel real, which is very important to me. I can't wait to read the next one!" – Evaine's Books, Books and More Books; "Enormous amounts of fun as a science fantasy adventure. Highly recommended." – Binge on Books

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Book SynopsisA glorious timeslip novel from the magnificent mind of debut author Roisin Dunnett

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Book SynopsisAn all new collection from an American literary iconThe circus comes to town and a man gets to go to the stars. A young girl on a vacation at the sea meets the man of her dreams. Who just happens to be dead. And an immortal pirate. A swordfighter pens his memoirs and finds his pen is in fact mightier than the sword. Welcome to Gene Wolfe's playground, a place where genres blend and a genius's imagination straps you in for the ride of your life. The Wolfe at the Door is a brand new collection from one of America's premier literary giants, showcasing some material never been seen before. Short stories, yes, but also poems, essays, and ephemera that gives us a window into the mind of a literary powerhouse whose world view changed generations of readers in their perception of the universe.

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