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Dark Horse Comics The Nobody New Edition
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Read Books Valley of Dreams
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Image Comics Radiant Black Volume 6 The Catalyst War
Book Synopsis Both Nathan and Marshall are pushed to their limits by the alien force that originally forged the Radiantsbut only one will do the unthinkable to emerge victorious. THE CATALYST WAR ends hereand the future of RADIANT BLACK will never be the same!Collects Radiant Black #28 A and B, #29 A and B, and #30 A and B.
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Galaxy Press Writers of the Future Volume 38
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Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC Trapped in a Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games
Book SynopsisPLOT TWISTS, GENDER FLIPSLeon plunges into the third entry in the dating-sim series to rendezvous with its main character and love interests. Unfortunately, the scenario is already breaking down: one of the male romance options is now a woman! Meanwhile, the female lead is off enjoying herself with a knight who didn’t even appear in the original game. And in the shadows of the capital, a murderer is on the loose… Can Leon drag this spiraling story back on track?!
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Quercus Publishing Our Child of the Stars
Book SynopsisIn this magical, bewitching debut, Molly and Gene Myers' marriage is on the brink of collapse. Then a child arrives, with a remarkable appearance. Will he bring them together, or tear their whole world apart?Molly and Gene Myers were happy, until tragedy blighted their hopes of children. During the years of darkness and despair, they each put their marriage in jeopardy, but now they are starting to rebuild their fragile bond. Then the Meteor crashes into Amber Grove, devastating the small New England town - and changing their lives for ever. Molly, a nurse, caught up in the thick of the disaster, is given care of a desperately ill patient rescued from the wreckage: a sick boy with a remarkable appearance, an orphan who needs a mother. And soon the whole world will be looking for him. Cory's arrival has changed everything. And the Myers will do anything to keep him safe.'Part ET, part Wonder, part Snow Child, it has the same combination of science fiction and heart-tugging tenderness that Stephen King does so well' Grazia'Strong and generous' Daily Mail'Big-hearted' Financial Times'Wholly fresh and intensely gripping' Juliet McKennaTrade ReviewThis strong and generous first novel wears its heart on its sleeve and embeds all the thrills and chills in credible human, and non-human, emotions * Daily Mail *A pleasing, big-hearted read, its late-1960s setting well evoked * Financial Times *Sympathetic characterisation and fine storytelling . . . What makes this such a satisfying read, apart from the thrillingly rendered chase (and the refreshing notion that not all aliens are bent on inimical invasion), is the characterisation of Molly and Gene, a childless couple given this one miraculous chance to show love for an adopted son. This is an optimistic take on the ET theme, done without the schmaltz of the film * Guardian *Part ET, part Wonder, part Snow Child, it has the same combination of science fiction and heart-tugging tenderness that Stephen King does so well * Grazia *An endearing story well told and I would recommend it as an uplifting tale to read on a dark and stormy winter night -- Barbara Beaton * My Weekly *Cox takes a straightforward SF idea and turns it into something wholly fresh and intensely gripping. A tightly personal story draws readers deep into a couple's struggle to protect an innocent caught up in (literally) world-shaking events. By looking back to the '60s space race, and what might have been, Cox invites us to muse on events and ideas that have shaped the societies we live in today, and asks us where we might want humanity to go * Juliet McKenna, author of the No.1 bestselling The Green Man's Heir *A powerful combination of warm-hearted hope and steely-eyed realism . . . Idealism collides with harsh reality, hope battles violence and a family desperately tries to hold on . . . A heartfelt, richly imaginative and gripping story * SciFiNow *I dare anyone not to fall in love with the Meyers family . . . I could gush about this book forever, so I am just simply going to say, go read it. Read this beautiful, wonderful book * Angie Groves, Waterstones Blackpool *Dark and compelling reading * Irish Examiner *I loved this book. It was one of those I couldn't put down but didn't want to end. It is beautifully written and certainly stirs the emotions. It is a tale of love, loss, friendship, loyalty and doing the right thing * Sue Tingey, author of the Soulseer Trilogy *An uplifting tale of love and kindness * Candis *Rich layers of depth and superbly drawn characters that are a joy to read . . . a finely crafted adventure with pacing that expertly ramps up throughout . . . I tore through it * Dominic Dulley, author of Shattermoon *Cox takes a classic SF idea and turns it into something wholly fresh and intensely gripping. Highly recommended reading -- Juliet McKenna * Interzone *A hybrid of more than one genre, a thrilling sci-fi tale that also poses the question of how far a mother will go to keep her precious son safe -- Kate Goodman * Mature Times *A gripping, remarkable story that will stay with you days after you've read it. Stephen Cox is the new big name in fantasy * Pulped Machina *A great SF story, a great story of humanity, full of action but also of heart. Strongly recommended * Blue Book Balloon *An emotional story that is filled with tension and one that has an underlying intensity to it. It is a quietly impactful enchanting story, a poignant portrait of a family life . . . Arevelation. It is something unexpected and something wonderful. I highly recommend it * Tattooed Book Geek *An amazing debut * Rea's Book Review *I got through this in a matter of hours and was hooked . . . Gripping . . . 5 stars * Just Katherine *A story that will touch your heart . . . This heartwarming story reminds you of the lengths parents will go to to protect their children * Amanda J Evans *A gentle science fiction tale that is more about the depth of human compassion than it is whizzy alien technology and laser swords. You don't have to be a science fiction fan enjoy this book . . . Set against the backdrop of a small, decent, American town, Our Child of the Stars celebrates diversity, togetherness and the incomparable depths of human compassion * GeekDad *An out of this world winner * Weekend Sport *A book about flawed, complex people who can do good things . . . If you need some positive science fiction in your life to make you feel less hopeless about the fate of humanity then go read this book * Red Train Blog *A heart-warming read and a book that I believe will appeal to many people who are fans of Sci-Fi and family-oriented fiction in general * Sammy's Shelf *A standout debut . . . I got lost in it and I think you will too * Books and Lovely Things *A captivating tale * BookPhace *This glorious, enchanting novel spellbound me . . . All-powerful and astonishing . . . A very special novel indeed and, even though it's just January, this is a clear favourite for my book of the year * For Winter Nights *An exciting, heart-warming read to brighten up these cold winter months -- Kelly Pells * Epping Forest Guardian *A wonderfully emotional, heart-warming journey of what it really means to be a parent and a reminder that at times it feels like society as a whole hasn't really become any more accepting of those who are different since the 1960s * LA Times *An emotional rollercoaster from start to finish . . .Stephen Cox's writing style is effortless and totally compelling * Storgy *A good story, that packs danger, curiosity and most of all what it means to be family * Book Girl of Mur-y-Castell *Like a Jodi Picoult novel in a Halloween costume. (In fact, Picoult fans trying out their comfort with speculative fiction might well enjoy starting here, with an author who shares Picoult's craft for producing story from domestic emotional strain.) Appealing to readers of mainstream commercial fiction who might not ordinarily pick up a science fiction novel . . . a creative achievement of its own * Strange Horizons *Beautifully written . . . wonderfully realised * British Fantasy Society *
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Cinnamon Press The Messenger of the Ground: Book Three of The
Book SynopsisWhen the darkness rises again, the light will return wherever people stand their ground. Two years after the events of The Standing Ground, the tiny outpost of Y Tir in North Wales becomes a refuge for those who want to live without implants—permanent links to government surveillance that are threatening to dominate people’s lives again. But can Alys, Luke and Emrys thwart the growing threats of the new tech-giants whose offers of enhanced memories and virtual lives mask the erosion of privacy and even humanity? As new enemies threaten Y Tir’s existence, and old enemies emerge to sew seeds of destruction, Alys’ and Luke’s lives are put under increasing pressure. But there are also allies, not least Alys’ and Luke’s daughter, Iris, who appears to have fallen out of the mists of Greek legend and into Celtic myth. Can Iris, more strange and powerful even than Myrddin Emrys, also known as Merlin, save the day for Y Tir? Skilfully combining near-future technologies of surveillance and immersive media with Arthurian legend and Greek mythology, this story of suspense is full of convincing and extraordinary characters. A breath-taking conclusion to The Standing Ground trilogy. But does this story ever end?
£9.89
Pegasus Elliot Mackenzie Publishers The Root Of John's Happiness
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The Black Library Daemonhammer
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Troubador Publishing Ltd A Perfect Shell
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Olympia Publishers The Covenant
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Flame Tree Publishing Creative Futures
Book SynopsisThis anthology is a collection of works that draw inspiration from the Creative Futures Research Project, a partnership between Coventry University and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory. The stories imagine future crises that we may have to resolve and the ramifications of our choices on subsequent generations. Edited by Allen Stroud.
£15.29
Troubador Publishing Ltd Sailback vs. Sharktooth
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Troubador Publishing Ltd Sailback vs. Sharktooth
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Rebellion Publishing Ltd. Cover Story The 2000 AD Design Art of Robin Smith
Book SynopsisCOVERS UNCOVERED The early 80s saw 2000 AD hit its golden era. With Judge Dredd, Strontium Dog, Rogue Trooper, Sláine and more firing on all cylinders it became the UK’s most exciting and innovative comic. Its covers played no small part in its appeal, and those covers were the brainchild of Robin Smith whose job was to lay out a cover design to pass to an artist who would transform it into the finished product. This collection of some of Smith''s cover layouts shows just how integral his ideas were to some of 2000 AD’s most famous and revered covers, and it’s a fascinating glimpse into the creative process. Featuring covers by some of the galaxy’s greatest artists, including Brian Bolland (The Killing Joke), Dave Gibbons (Watchmen), Carlos Ezquerra (Judge Dredd), Kevin O’Neill (The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen), Mick McMahon (Judge Dredd), Ian Gibson (The Ballad of Halo Jones), Alan Davis (Captain Britain), Steve Dillon (Preacher), Cam Kennedy (Rogue Trooper), Massimo Belardinelli (Ace Trucking Co.), Eric Bradbury (Mytek The Mighty), Brett Ewins (Johnny Nemo), Glenn Fabry (Sláine), Ian Kennedy (Dan Dare), José Ortiz (The Thirteenth Floor), Cliff Robinson (Judge Dredd), Kim Raymond (Roy of the Rovers), Ron Smith (Judge Dredd), Brendan McCarthy (Rogan Gosh) and Bryan Talbot (Nemesis the Warlock).
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Rebellion Publishing Ltd. Salt Oracle
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Little, Brown Book Group The Fuller Memorandum: Book 3 in The Laundry
Book SynopsisBob Howard is an IT specialist and field agent for the Laundry, the branch of Her Majesty's secret service that deals with occult threats. Overworked and underpaid, Bob is used to his two jobs overflowing from a strict nine to five and, since his wife Mo has a very similar job description, he understands that work will sometimes follow her home, too. But when 'work' involves zombie assassins and minions of a mad god's cult, he realises things are spinning out of control. When a top-secret dossier goes missing and his boss Angleton is implicated, Bob must contend with suspiciously helpful Russian intelligence operatives and an unscrupulous apocalyptic cult before confronting the decades-old secret that lies at the heart of the Laundry: what is so important about the missing Fuller Memorandum? And why are all the people who know dying . . . ?Trade ReviewBrilliantly disturbing and funny at the same time -- Ben Aaronovitch, author of RIVERS OF LONDONCharles Stross owns this field, and his vast, cool intellect has launched yet another mad, sly entertainment that will strangle the hell out of anything else on offer right now -- Warren Ellis, author of TransmetropolitanStross at the top of his game - which is to say, few do it better -- KIRKUSAlternately chilling and hilarious -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLYFerociously enjoyable -- SFX
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Watkins Media Limited Awakened
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REFLEX BOOKS Phobos Rising: Ephialtes part two
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Conundrum Publishing The Enigma Strain
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Cherie Varian My Alien Protector
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EduCart The Whisperer in Darkness
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PM PR Not What I Intended
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Austin Macauley Publishers LLC Mars Trek
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Orion Publishing Co The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch
Book SynopsisIn the overcrowded world and cramped space colonies of the late 21st century, tedium can be endured through the use of the drug Can-D, which enables the user to inhabit a shared illusory world. When industrialist Palmer Eldritch returns from an interstellar trip, he brings with him a new drug, Chew-Z, which is far more potent than Can-D, but threatens to plunge the world into a permanent state of drugged illusion controlled by the mysterious Eldritch.THE THREE STIGMATA OF PALMER ELDRITCH is, by universal consent, one of his three key novels, and the book in which he first took his perennial interest in the fragile nature of reality to a new level of imaginative intensity.Trade ReviewOne of the most original practitioners writing any kind of fiction, Dick made most of the European avant-garde seem like navel-gazers in a cul-de-sac * Sunday Times *For everyone lost in the endlessly multiplicating realities of the modern world, remember: Philip K. Dick got there first * Terry Gilliam *Dick quietly produced serious fiction in a popular form and there can be no greater praise * MICHAEL MOORCOCK *One of the genuine visionaries that North American fiction has produced * L.A. WEEKLY *
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Titan Books Ltd Alien: Isolation
Book SynopsisThe action-packed official adaptation of Alien: Isolation and a revealing look into the lives of Ellen Ripley and her daughter, Amanda Ripley. THE OFFICIAL VIDEO GAME ADAPTATION-AND MUCH MORE! From birth, Amanda Ripley's life is riddled with hardship. Her parents live on the edge of poverty, so her mother-Ellen Ripley-seeks off-world contracts that lead to a position aboard the commercial hauler Nostromo. Then when the deep-space vessel disappears, Amanda passes into adulthood focused on discovering one thing. WHAT HAPPENED TO ELLEN RIPLEY? Amanda's quest pulls her into the underbelly of society, where few can be trusted. On Luna she meets someone who seems the exception-Private Zula Hendricks of the Colonial Marines-but their relationship is short-lived. Just as Amanda appears to hit rock bottom... a lead appears. To follow it, she must travel to the remote Sevastopol Station. There she hopes to find the answers she seeks. But the station is in ruins, and death stalks the corridors in the form of a deadly alien the likes of which she never could have imagined.
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Orion Publishing Co Altered Carbon
Book SynopsisComing to Netflix in 2017, this must-read story is a confident, action-and-violence packed thriller, and future classic noir SF novel from a multi-award-winning author. Four hundred years from now mankind is strung out across a region of interstellar space inherited from an ancient civilization discovered on Mars. The colonies are linked together by the occasional sublight colony ship voyages and hyperspatial data-casting. Human consciousness is digitally freighted between the stars and downloaded into bodies as a matter of course. But some things never change. So when ex-envoy, now-convict Takeshi Kovacs has his consciousness and skills downloaded into the body of a nicotine-addicted ex-thug and presented with a catch-22 offer, he really shouldn't be surprised. Contracted by a billionaire to discover who murdered his last body, Kovacs is drawn into a terrifying conspiracy that stretches across known space and to the very top of society. For a first-time SF writer to be so surely in coTrade ReviewOutstanding. An astonishing first novel * THE TIMES *An astonishing piece of work. Intriguing and inventive in equal proportions -- Peter F Hamilton
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Titan Books Ltd The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko
Book SynopsisThe fascinating life of Starfleet’s celebrated captain, and Bajor’s Emissary of the Prophets, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Benjamin Sisko tells the story of his career in Starfleet, and his life as a father and Bajor’s Emissary to the Prophets. Chart his rise through the ranks, his pioneering work designing the Defiant class, his critical role as ambassador and leader during the Dominion War, and his sacred standing as a religious leader of his adopted home. Explore the hidden history of his childhood and early career in Starfleet, and the innermost thoughts of the man who made first contact with the wormhole aliens and opened safe passage to the Gamma Quadrant, and united Starfleet, Klingon and Romulan forces to defeat the Dominion. Discover Sisko’s personal take on his confidantes Lieutenant Dax and Major Kira Nerys, the enigmatic Garak, and his adversaries, Gul Dukat and Kai Winn, as well as his fatherly advice for his son Jake. Passing on lessons from father to son, from his experiences with the Prophets to the writings of Benny Russell, Sisko’s story is a unique phenomenon in Starfleet and human history, told in the way only he can.Trade Review“Ultimately, the book left me with a craving to start Deep Space Nine again. So in that respect alone, it is a success. But it’s deeper than that. I feel as though I have a fresh pair of eyes. A fresh appreciation for Sisko as a character and for Avery Brooks as a performer. It is often said that the best actors put a piece of themselves into their performances. Avery Brooks did that with Sisko. But I feel that Attico also put a piece of himself into the character through this book.”TrekCentral.net“All in all, this is an excellent book that provides a profound understanding of how Benjamin Sisko evolves into the distinguished figure from Star Trek lore. An amazing record of him, the novel gives us great insights into the evolution of this wonderful character we know and love from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, allowing readers to deepen appreciation for him even more.”WarpFactorTrek“The autobiography is an inspiring, at times gut-wrenching, look into the life of one of Starfleet’s best captains. Though bittersweet since no one has seen him since he left with the Bajoran prophets, the book will leave you feeling like, for the first time, you really know Benjamin Sisko. And will probably make you want to watch Deep Space Nine again with this new knowledge. And that’s a good thing.”Red Shirts Always Die
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Titan Books Ltd Life Is Strange Vol. 5: Coming Home
Book SynopsisIn parallel universes, Max Caulfield and Chloe Price embark on a cross-country road trip - closer than ever, but still timelines apart. Caught in between is Tristan, a young man with the power to phase, stranded on Chloe's side of the divide, who is beginning to realize that the timeline where you begin... is not always where you belong. Is his power still the key to getting Max home? As the gang travels on, towards the gig of a lifetime for the band The High Seas and Rachel and her acting crew, a storm begins to gather for Max, Chloe, and Tristan... When a crisis forces Max to use her time-altering powers again, her choices will impact those around her more than she can ever imagine! Life is Strange: Partners in Time - Echoes collects issues #2.5-2.8Trade Review"Life Is Strange is a titanic success. I cannot believe how on-point Emma Vieceli's dialogue is. Claudia Leonardi draws great art. Fans of the game will be absolutely thrilled; more than anything else it captures the beautiful spirit of the game." - MULTIVERSITY"A must for anyone who experienced the original Life is Strange story." - FLICKERING MYTH"Emma Vieceli does an excellent job capturing the personality of Chloe and Max. Claudia Leonardi's art gives the comic a slightly stylized work while keeping the main two characters recognizable. For those hoping to see more of Chloe and Max, this is a worthy sequel." - COMICBOOK.COM"The Life Is Strange comic series consistently excels in voice, characterization, and genuine depictions of emotion." - GATECRASHERS"It's full of interesting ideas, wonderful characters, and very emotional moments that get to the very core of extremely relatable issues." - THE DAILY FANDOM "a thrilling read for fans of the original game" - GAYMING MAG"If you liked the video game, you'll love catching up with the cast in this comic continuation that explores an alternate universe while Max tries to find her way back home." - COMIC CRUSADERS
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Titan Alien 3 The Official Movie Novelization
Book SynopsisFury 161 is a wretched planet – a penal colony and industrial complex manned by violent prisoners. When an escape pod from the USS Sulaco crash-lands there, Ellen Ripley appears to be the only passenger left alive. Then inmates begin to die, all at the hands of another survivor. A creature which encounters Ripley, and spares her life! Desperate to know why, she seeks out an answer – and discovers terror unlike any she’s ever known. Science fiction master Alan Dean Foster returns to the Alien universe to reveal the ultimate destinies of Ellen Ripley and her eternal foe, the xenomorph known as the Alien.
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Titan Books Ltd The Lost Fleet: Outlands - Implacable
Book SynopsisAdmiral John "Black Jack" Geary fears the greatest threat to humanity may be itself in this gripping continuation of the New York Times bestselling series. As far from explored space as any human has ever been, Geary and the Alliance fleet are on their own, protecting a diplomatic mission in territory belonging to an alien species with still-unknown motives. His already complex and dangerous mission is further imperiled by deadly challenges from other human factions seeking to harm or exploit the aliens. When another alien species whose technology is far more advanced than humanity's arrives, the stakes are raised to the highest possible level.Only the most serious danger comes from an unexpected source. When presented with orders to carry out actions he believes not only are mistaken but would be contrary to the ideals of the Alliance, Geary has to finally decide whether he must invoke the power that his long-revered name holds, all the while knowing that this might endanger his entire fleet, tear apart the Alliance, and destroy everything he has fought for.Trade Review“An excellent blend of real science and space action.” — Brandon Sanderson, #1 New York Times bestselling author“Black Jack is an excellent character, and this series is the best military SF I’ve read in some time.” — Wired"DAUNTLESS is the best space navy book that I've ever read." — Michael Mammay, author of Planetside"The Lost Fleet series is a must-read for fans of military scifi. Packed with complex characters and even more complex deep-space naval battles, it's the ultimate saga of human perseverance and the will to survive." — Zac Topping, author of Wake of War“Campbell combines the best parts of military SF and grand space opera … plenty of exciting discoveries and escapades.” — Publishers Weekly“Fascinating stuff … this is military SF where the military and SF parts are both done right.” — SFX Magazine“A slam-bang good read that kept me up at night” — Elizabeth Moon“Military science fiction at its best” — Catherine Asaro, Nebula Award-winning author of Alpha“The Lost Fleet is some of the best military science fiction on the shelves today.” — SF Site“The kind of hero Hornblower fans will love!” — William C. Dietz“Jack Campbell has written the most believable space battles I’ve ever seen anywhere.” — David Sherman, co-author of the Starfist series“A great and gripping read. It’s a fast-paced roller coaster of action and intrigue.” — TCM Reviews“[Campbell’s] space operas [seek] to add layers to the conventions of military SF” — SF Reviews.net“Will grip the audience...Black Jack is a fascinating hero...Fans will appreciate the fourth Lost Fleet tale” — Alternative Worlds
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Orion Publishing Co Machine Vendetta
Book SynopsisPanoply is a small, efficient police force, dedicated to maintaining the rule of democracy among the ten thousand disparate city states orbiting the planet Yellowstone.Ingvar Tench was one of Panoply''s most experienced operatives. So why did she walk alone and virtually unarmed into a habitat with a vicious grudge against her organisation?As his colleagues pick up the pieces, Dreyfus must face his conscience. Four years ago, when an investigation linked to one of his most dangerous adversaries got a little too personal, Dreyfus arranged for Tench to continue the enquiry by proxy.In using her - even though he had his reasons - did Dreyfus also put her in the line of fire?And what does Tench''s misadventure tell him about an enemy he had hoped was dormant?Praise for Alastair Reynolds:''A leading light of the new British space opera'' Los Angeles Review of Books on Alastair Reynolds''One of the giants of the new British space opera'' io9 on Alastair Reynolds''[Reynolds is] a mastersinger of the space opera'' The Times (UK) on Blue Remembered Earth''[Reynolds] is the most gifted hard SF writers working today'' Publishers Weekly on Beyond the Aquila Rift
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Titan Books Ltd Alien River of Pain Book 3
Book SynopsisFor decades we've known what Ellen Ripley found when she returned to the planet where the original alien was discovered - where the child known as Newt was the only survivor. This book tells the full story of that colony.
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Orion Publishing Co The First Men In The Moon
Book Synopsis''As we saw it first it was the wildest and most desolate of scenes. We were in an enormous amphitheatre, a vast circular plain, the floor of the giant crater. Its cliff-like wall closed us in on every side''Thanks to the discovery of an anti-gravity metal, Cavorite, two Victorian Englishman decide to tackle the most prestigious goal - space travel. They construct a sphere that will ultimately take them to the moon. On landing, they encounter what seems like an utterly barren landscape but they soon find signs that the planet was once very much alive. Then they hear curious hammering sounds from beneath the surface, and come face to face with the Selenites, a race of insect-like aliens living in a rigidly organised hive society.Trade ReviewWells's scientific romances were works of art with unique relevance for our timesA classic study of scientific hubris brought to destruction - THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SCIENCE FICTIONThe Prospero of all the brave new worlds of the mind, and the Shakespeare of science fiction
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Ebury Publishing Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor (Target
Book Synopsis Discover the new Doctor Who classics. When the entire universe is at stake, three different Doctors will unite to save it. The Tenth Doctor is hunting shape-shifting Zygons in Elizabethan England. The Eleventh is investigating a rift in space-time in the present day. And one other – the man they used to be but never speak of – is fighting the Daleks in the darkest days of the Time War. Driven by demons and despair, this battle-scarred Doctor is set to take a devastating decision that will threaten the survival of the entire universe… a decision that not even a Time Lord can take alone. On this day, the Doctor’s different incarnations will come together to save the Earth… to save the universe… and to save his soul.
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Orion Publishing Co The Island Of Doctor Moreau
Book SynopsisEdward Prendick is shipwrecked and finds himself stranded on an island in the Pacific. Here he meets the sinister Dr Moreau, a vivisectionst driven out of Britain in disgrace. And soon strange events cause Prendick to uncover the full horror of Dr Moreau''s activities on the island.THE ISLAND OF DR MOREAU mixes discussion on the divide between humans and the animal kingdom and chilling macabre horror in an unrivalled fashion. Its question on how far science should go is one that rings true today as it did when it was first published.Trade ReviewThe Prospero of all the brave new worlds of the mind, and the Shakespeare of science fiction - Brian W. AldissWells' scientific romances were . . . works of art with unique relevance for our times - Arthur C. Clarke
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Rebellion Publishing Ltd. The Stainless Steel Rat Color Omnibus
Book SynopsisThe 2000 AD adaptation of Harry Harrison''s classic science-fiction novels by Kelvin Gosnell and Carlos Ezquerra returns in a new full color omnibus! James Bolivar DiGriz aka ''The Stainless Steel Rat'' is many things - a con man, a thief, and a member of an elite law-enforcement agency known as the Special Corps. After escaping the corps, DiGriz crosses paths with the beautiful but deadly Angelina who, like Jim DiGriz, is also a master criminal, albeit a lot more ruthless. They must travel through time to stop a master criminal meddling with the past, and help to overthrow an evil President by having The Rat become a candidate for the job himself! A classic from 2000 AD''s first ''golden age'', Stainless Steel Rat is a must-read for fans of Harrison or old school sci-fi action with bold characters and a wry twist of humour, complemented by Ezquerra''s dynamic and inimitable artwork.
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Titan Books Ltd Gears of War: Ephyra Rising
Book SynopsisThe Locust War has ended with an energy weapon that pulsed across the land, destroying Locust and Lambent alike. The world is in shambles and the few survivors are isolated from one another. Humanity must begin anew. This novel reveals the canonical, never-before-seen events set in the time immediately following the game Gears of War 3. With most of Sera's civilization destroyed, Sergeant Marcus Fenix and Lieutenant Anya Stroud must somehow rebuild on the ruins. For Marcus, his purpose is impossible to grasp. With no clear enemy to fight, there may be no place left for him in this postwar world. Some call him hero, others view him with resentment. As Anya struggles to create alliances to re-form the Coalition of Ordered Governments, she quickly discovers how impossible it is to tell friend from foe. Then whispers of Locust still stalking the land begin to spread. Fearing the worst, Marcus forms a team to assess the potential threat. As he and the other Gears search for Locust survivors, however, they quickly discover that the new enemy may be all-too-human, and utterly ruthless.Trade Review"Highly recommended for readers of military science fiction and the Gears of War universe. A surprisingly different but fascinating look at the Gears characters" - Borg.com"While the chainsaws, machismo and bro-dudeness of the franchise takecentre stage there’s still an interesting world and lore behind it all, and a cast of likeable people. Novels are a perfect opportunity to explore that world... Ephyra Rising is a solid read." - Wolf's Gaming Blog"Fans of Gears of War who, like myself, love the characters and the world and want to see more of it and learn about the gaps between the games are definitely going to enjoy this book... As much a character piece as an action story, this was an absolute delight from start to finish."Trans-Scribe reviewPRAISE FOR GEARS OF WAR 3:"Gears of War 3 represents state-of-the-art design and gameplay where you become the king badass among a gory world of bad-asses."IGN"A masterpiece of exciting gameplay and emotional storytelling that stands head and shoulders above its predecessors. Even if you don't remember where you were on Emergence Day, this is one adventure you won't soon forget."GameSpot"This isn't a game you'll be bored with in a month, and it will last many fans years…"Wired "Gears of War 3 is awesome. The campaign is epic, with action sequences that are more intense, weapons that are more powerful, enemies that are more formidable and heroes that are more relatable than ever before."Games RadarPRAISE FOR GEARS 5:"Gears 5 is one of the most visually stunning games ever crafted."Sam Bryford, The Verge"The Coalition has simply knocked it out of the park with Gears 5."Elton Jones, Heavy "Amazing. No matter which mode you approach it from, Gears 5 is an incredibly fun and polished game."Ryan McCaffrey, IGN "Opening the door to more creative and meaningful artistic direction helps titles restore energy to games. Gears 5 feels like one of the most fast-paced, exciting titles in the series"EsquirePRAISE FOR AUTHOR MICHAEL A. STACKPOLE:"Mike Stackpole… can draw readily on considerable experience. When he wants to be tough, or whimsical, or demented, it is not the chore it might be for many another. He has it all there, ready."Roger Zelazny, author of the Chronicles of Amber"I think that Michael A. Stackpole is incapable of writing a book that isn’t imaginative, intelligent and sympathetic"Stephen R. Donaldson, author of the Thomas Covenant seriesPRAISE FOR FORTRESS DRACONIS BY MICHAEL A. STACKPOLE:"A compelling and engaging escape."Publishers Weekly"A powerful epic fantasy that is wholly grounded in the gritty realism of battlefields and sacrifices." Romantic Times
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Titan Books Ltd Halo: Envoy
Book SynopsisIt has been six years since the end of the Covenant War ...and yet on the planet Carrow, a world on the edge of the Joint Occupation Zone, a decisive new battle suddenly erupts. Human colonists and the alien Sangheili have already been living a tension-filled coexistence in this place, with Unified Earth Government envoy Melody Azikiwe attempting to broker a lasting peace between their two species. But as civil war now engulfs the Sangheili, Melody must act on an additional covert assignment courtesy of the Office of Naval Intelligence: free the Spartan-IIs known as Gray Team, held in stasis since the end of the war by a cunning Elite fleetmaster consumed with vengeance. And none can anticipate the ongoing violence leading to the discovery of an even greater, unstoppable threat-one hidden for eons below the surface of the planet...
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Little, Brown Book Group The Trials of Koli The Rampart Trilogy Book 2
Book Synopsis''ENTHRALLING . . . A JOURNEY AS PERILOUS AS IT IS ENLIGHTENING'' Guardian on The Book of KoliThe journey through M. R. Carey''s ''immersive, impeccably rendered world'' (Kirkus) continues in The Trials of Koli - the second book of the Rampart trilogy.Koli has been cast from his village and into the strange and deadly forest beyond. But he heard a story, once. A story about lost London, and the mysterious tech of the old times that was there. And if Koli can find it, there may be a way for him to redeem himself - by saving what''s left of humanity.Praise for The Trials of Koli:''This series just gets better and better. Clever, compassionate and genuinely immersive'' Joanne Harris ''A broken world that is both marvellously expansive and claustrophobically menacing'' Publisher''s Weekly ''If you loved M.R. Carey''s The Book of Koli, you will love The Trials oTrade ReviewThis series just gets better and better. Clever, compassionate and genuinely immersive: I can't wait for the next one . . . -- Joanne Harris on THE TRIALS OF KOLIA broken world that is both marvellously expansive and claustrophobically menacing -- PUBLISHER'S WEEKLY on THE TRIALS OF KOLIThis is a bold, unique world - be prepared to be engrossed -- SCIFINOW on THE TRIALS OF KOLIIf you loved M.R. Carey's The Book of Koli, you will love The Trials of Koli just as much, if not more . . . Absorbing, stunning, and emotionally rich -- LOCUS on THE TRIALS OF KOLIGripping, engaging, and absolutely worth the time it takes to burrow yourself into its reality. I can't recommend it highly enough -- Seanan McGuire on THE BOOK OF KOLIKoli embarks on a journey as perilous as it is enlightening . . . Enthralling -- GUARDIAN on THE BOOK OF KOLINarrator Koli's inquisitive mind and kind heart make him the perfect guide to Carey's immersive, impeccably rendered world . . . A captivating start to what promises to be an epic post-apocalyptic fable * KIRKUS *Carey writes with compassion and fire - strange and surprising and humane -- Lauren BeukesAn ingenious, dizzily provocative novel . . . Carey invents a fantastic far-future world, finding humanity in unlikely places, Helen Marshall, World Fantasy Award-winning author -- Helen Marshall, World Fantasy Award-winning author on THE BOOK OF KOLIThis novel should please Carey's existing fans as well as fans of the post-apocalyptic subgenre in general * BOOKLIST on THE TRIALS OF KOLI *Narrator Koli's inquisitive mind and kind heart make him the perfect guide to Carey's immersive, impeccably rendered world . . . Readers will be thrilled to know the next two books will be published in short order. A captivating start to what promises to be an epic post-apocalyptic fable -- KIRKUS on THE BOOK OF KOLI
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Atlantic Books How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional
Book SynopsisBrimming with alternative universes, futuristic landscapes and gleeful metaphysics... Yu's spirit of invention is infectious. - Sunday TimesHighly inventive and hilarious - The Times_______________________________________________________________________________________With only TAMMY - a slightly tearful computer with self-esteem issues - a software boss called Phil - Microsoft Middle Manager 3.0 - and an imaginary dog called Ed for company, fixing time machines is a lonely business and Charles Yu is stuck in a rut. He's spent the better part of a decade navel-gazing, spying on 39 different versions of himself in alternate universes (and discovered that 35 of them are total jerks). And he's kind of fallen in love with TAMMY, which is bad because she doesn't have a module for that. With all that's on his mind, perhaps it's no surprise that when he meets his future self, he shoots him in the stomach. And that's a beginner's mistake for a time machine repairman. Now he's stuck in a time loop, going in circles forever. All he has, wrapped in brown paper, is the book his future self was trying to press into his hands. It's called How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe. And he's the author. And somewhere inside it is the information that could save him.Trade ReviewA complex, brainy, genre-hopping joyride of a story * New York Times *Brimming with alternative universes, futuristic landscapes and gleeful metaphysics... Yu's spirit of invention is infectious. * Sunday Times *A man with a time machine shoots a future version of himself... The old time-travel paradox becomes a witty and plangent enquiry into the nature of memory. It's SF - but not as we know it. * Financial Times *If sci-fi is the literature of ideas, Charles Yu is already a master of the form: there are more fascinating, bizarre and clever concepts per page than most writers manage in an entire novel. * Time Out *A fantastic time travel story, one that blends fiction and reality, a sharp style of storytelling that blew my mind... this is one of the most important books of the genre to be published this year * SF Signal *Highly inventive and hilarious * The Times *pretty superb: involving, clever, perky, properly science fictional and above all funny... a most excellent debut * The Guardian *A complex, brainy, genre-hopping joyride of a story, far more than the sum of its part, and smart and tragic enough to engage all regions of the brain and body * International Herald Tribune *Buzzes with ideas, takes stylistic risks successfully, and is tightly focussed on the emotional impact of the story... Yu's enthralling debut makes me yearn for his next one * Scotland on Sunday *'A small wonder of a novel.' * Time Magazine, ‘Top 10 Books of the Year 2010’ *
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Titan Books Ltd Aliens: Vasquez
Book Synopsis"Look, man. I only need to know one thing: where they are." PFC Jenette Vasquez on LV-426 Even before the doomed mission to Hadley's Hope, Jenette Vasquez had to fight to survive. Born to an immigrant family with a long military tradition she looked up to the stars, but life pulled her back down to Earth-first into a street gang, then prison. The Colonial Marines proved to be Vasquez's way out-a way that forced her to give up her twin children. Raised by Jenette's sister Roseanna, those children-Leticia and Ramon-have been forced to discover their own ways to survive. Leticia by following her mother's path into the military, Ramon by embracing the corporate hierarchy of Weyland-Yutani. Their paths converge on an unnamed world, which some see as a potential utopia, while others would use it for highly secretive research. Regardless of what humans might have planned for it, however, Xenomorphs will turn the planet into a living hell. Sarcastic, sexy, and action-packed, Vasquez brings generational heritage into the Alien universe in an explosive way.Trade ReviewPraise for Aliens: Vasquez "Castro uses the world and creatures to tell an intense, kickass story from a new point of view."-Cemetery Dance "Aliens: Vasquez is a fantastic piece of literature."-The Boss Rush Network Praise for V. Castro and The Queen of the Cicadas: "In the age of phony fiction, V. Castro is the voice of authenticity; una voz que lucha por la igualdad. Dark, atmospheric, sexy, and dangerous, her fiction brings readers her unfiltered Latinx essence and a unique pulpy flavor. Her work matters. Read it."-Gabino Iglesias, author of Coyote Songs "In The Queen of the Cicadas, there's a thin, bloody veil between worlds, the past isn't past at all, and you can feel your heart beating in the pages, the words pulsing with life. Touch them if you dare, and don't be surprised if they quiver into flight all around you."-Stephen Graham Jones, NYT bestselling author of The Only Good Indians "V. Castro writes like her blood is in the ink. Queen of the Cicadas is the best urban legend story since Candyman, layered and dark and hideously beautiful. It will get way under your skin. If Castro's not already on your radar, she should be."-Christopher Golden, NYT bestselling author of Alien: River of Pain "Writing in breathtaking, atmospheric prose, Castro merges brutal realism and supernatural terror to create a fierce, memorable tale of Mexican folklore and horror."-Publishers Weekly starred review "Castro's novel shifts seamlessly from deliciously gory horror narrative to family saga to a tale of righteous vengeance, all while maintaining its unflinching condemnation of colonialism on both sides of the Mexican-American border."-Kirkus starred review "A riveting #ownvoices novel exploring Mexican folk tales and legends mingled with the history of Texas... Castro does not pull any punches."-Booklist starred review "Castro's expert storytelling upends classic horror tropes to make 'The Queen of the Cicadas' an exhilarating and frightening literary ride."-Los Angeles Review of Books "A deliciously sinister story"-Harper's Bazaar "A truly original and surprising work of fiction... Castro weaves several familiar tropes from the slasher and ghost story sub-genres into a blood-drenched (literally) story of both personal and cultural reclamation."-Toronto Star "A keenly written work of suspense that also reflects upon humanity's capacity for good and evil, The Queen of the Cicadas is a compelling page-turner for connoisseurs of the genre. Highly recommended."-Midwest Book Review
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Titan Books Ltd Aliens Colonial Marines Technical Manual
Book SynopsisThe United States Colonial Marines. Ultimate troubleshooters equipped with state-of-the-art firepower, capable of power projection across the vast expanse of deep space. They can sharpshoot a man at a thousand meters or obliterate an entire world from the safety of orbit. They reckon they are unbeatable.But on a dirtball colony planet known only as LV-426 the unthinkable happens. The Marines lose. The Aliens - Colonial Marines Technical Manual is your official guide to the equipment and organisation of the United States Colonial Marine Corps. Packed with diagrams, technical schematics and plans, the manual takes a detailed look at the guns, vehicles and ships of the USCMC, and the men and women who use them. A must-have book for any Aliens fan, the Aliens - Colonial Marines Technical Manual examines the technology of the movie''s futuristic nightmare in every detail.
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Pan Macmillan Veniss Underground
Book SynopsisFrom the author of Annihilation, now a major motion picture on Netflix Dreams and nightmares entwine as three fellow travellers strive to achieve their deepest desires.Nicholas seeks to escape his demons in the city of Veniss’ shadowy underground. But in so doing, he makes a deal with the devil himself. His twin sister, Nicola, embarks on a feverish search for him. And while discovering the city’s hidden secrets, she’ll spin her own hypnotic tale.Nicola’s lover Shadrach is haunted by her mysterious disappearance. In the grip of despair, he decides to embark on a mythic journey. Shadrach must steel himself to visit the nightmarish levels deep beneath the surface of the city to bring his love back to the light. For these depths hold perils that are both complex and chilling. There, he will find wonders beyond imagining . . . and horrors greater than the heart can bear.Literary alchemist Jeff VanderMeer has produced a triumph of the imagination, revealing the mysterious city of Veniss through three intertwined voices. Veniss Underground is an unforgettable journey exploring the limits of love, memory and obsession. This edition includes the novella Balzac's War.Trade ReviewA Dantesque journey . . . a nightmare vision that shows off VanderMeer's many virtues * Guardian *An outstanding first novel brimming with startling ideas * The Scotsman *Masterful . . . Not for the faint of heart, the story packs a strong emotional wallop * Publishers Weekly *The denouement is as powerful as any I have read * Guardian *
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HarperCollins Publishers Index Book 13 The History of Middleearth
Book SynopsisComplete integrated indices of History of Middle-earth volumes to complement new series.For the first time every index from each of the twelve volumes of The History Of Middle-earth has been published together in a single volume to create a supreme index charting the writing of Tolkien's masterpieces The Lord of The Rings and The Silmarillion.This stunning work of reference complements the fascinating History of Middle-earth series, now repackaged to complement the distinctive and classic style of the black cover' A-format paperbacks of The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales.
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HarperCollins Publishers Halfhead
Book SynopsisTerrifying serial killer thriller set in the gritty Glasgow of the near future, from the bestselling author of the Logan McRae series.There are worse things than the death penaltyThey call them halfheads: convicted criminals, surgically mutilated and lobotomized by the State, then sent out to do menial jobs in the community so everyone will know what happens when you break the law. There are no appeals, no reprieves, and no one ever comes back. Until now.Dr Fiona Westfield, one of the most prolific serial killers Glasgow has ever seen, is waking up. Surrounded by blood and death and darkness.William Hunter has risen through the ranks since putting Westfield away; now he's Assistant Network Director, in charge of police actions. But a routine murder investigation is about to embroil him in an appalling conspiracy.The vast connurb blocks on Glasgow's deprived south side are ready to explode. Eleven years ago the VR riots killed millions now someone wants to start them all over again. AnTrade Review‘Slick, gruesome and brutally intelligent, this is bare knucklesthriller-writing.’ Michael Marshall ‘Compelling’ SFX Praise for Stuart MacBride: ‘Riveting and gruesome’ Telegraph ‘Grim, gritty and great fun’ Daily Sport ‘Stuart MacBride goes straight for the jugular with a tight, thrilling novel’ Glasgow Herald ‘The action is fercious and the pace unrelenting’ Northern Echo
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Orion Publishing Co Deus Irae
Book SynopsisAn artist searches for God in Philip K. Dick's collaboration with Roger Zelazny.
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Penguin Books Ltd Briggs R When the Wind Blows
Book SynopsisRaymond Briggs'' world-famous graphic account of one ordinary couple''s attempt to stand firm in the face of nuclear annihilation remains as powerful today as it was when it was first published in 1982.Following Jim and Hilda Blogg in the days before and after a nuclear attack on Britain, When the Wind Blows is alternately funny, shocking, heartbreaking and devastating. Few can read it and not be deeply moved.Despite writing some of the most beloved and enduring children''s books of all time - The Snowman, Father Christmas and Fungus the Bogeyman - When the Wind Blows is very much a story for adults. Not only does it articulate the fears of the generations who grew up in the shadow of the Cold War, but it also speaks today of our own fears, living as we do in a nuclear age.Written and illustrated by Briggs, When the Wind Blows has never been out of print.
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