Anthologies

A vast starship, a virtual world in itself, carrying colonists, livestock, and the flora and fauna of Terra is struck by a cloud of unknown radiation while en route to a distant star. Chaos reigns when the radiation kills most of the crew, and in the ensuing madness, the knowledge of what the ship is and where its destination lies is lost to the survivors – and there are many survivors. Intelligent mutated animals and plants now populate the vessel, and these compete or perhaps cooperate with the humans aboard. In METAMORPHOSIS ALPHA, you are aboard the stricken starship and struggling to survive, trying to gain knowledge of the strange devices and mechanical apparatus of the vessel, attempting to learn the secrets of the strange “world” you inhabit… Eight authors come together to help bring the world of METAMORPHOSIS ALPHA alive. Led by James M. Ward, the game’s original creator, enter the starship Warden, and through the eyes of the authors, enjoy the adventures of the bold as they struggle to complete their quests to understand what their “world” is all about. To Visit the Stars by James M. Ward The Starship Warden was the most ambitious project ever undertaken by humanity. How did the ship get its name? Probably the same way it got its duralloy armor… Tolerance by Craig Martelle Different day, different adventurers, same result. What happens when parties keep showing up at the same village? The natives get fed up. A Small Chance of Success by Craig J. Brain The Marines are sent on a perilous mission. Wolfoids are running rampant. Could saving the lives of intelligent toys help the Marines to eliminate the Wolfoid threat or will they find something even more important? Ties that Bind, Ties That Break by Michael Curtis Sana is tasked by her mother, the village shaman to go on a quest to find a rare plant. Armed only with the staff of the shamans, she heads into the unknown, alone and afraid. Malleable Minds by Stephen A. Lee When an artificial intelligence uploads personalities into regenerated bodies, will they blindly do the AI’s bidding? The first two assignments in support of the global effort to repair and regain control of the starship are an indicator of things to come. Fear in a Handful of Stardust by Valerie Emerson When disaster struck the Warden, a cadre of Engineers found shelter in the Gravity Chamber. They survived, but at a price, and as the years passed that price became ever steeper. Demon in the Midst by Christopher Clark One of the best aspects of adventuring aboard the Warden, especially with the Metamorphosis Alpha rules, was that mystery was not an occasional challenge to be faced, researched, probed, and understood. Mystery, the vast quantity of things that are ‘unknown’ to the heroes that ply the Warden, is a constant and ever-present threat. Add to that confusion the ability to be wrong; to have gained an understanding that does not reflect the true nature of an item, a creature or perhaps an entire situation or story line… and you’ll understand why I love the Warden. Aboard the Starship Warden by Steve Peek Who built the Starship Warden and what were they like? Mechanics and construction people, your average Joes, driven to build something that had never been built before, showing the indomitable human spirit, like those who built the pyramids, the Panama Canal, or the Empire State Building. Mission: Recovery by Craig Martelle When a command band is found by Wolfoids on Deck 11, it is business as usual for the maintenance technicians to be tasked with taking it back and securing it. What’s not usual is what they find on the recovery mission.

Eleven talented authors. Eleven remarkable thrill rides. One incredible thriller collection. From the frozen waste to a tropical paradise, nowhere is safe. Nearly 350 pages of thriller short stories to capture your imagination and keep you on the edge of your seat. Start at the beginning and you may find that you can't stop until you've reached the end. A Bedtime Bones Story by Martha Carr. "Sometimes the darkest moments can set us free." Paranoid in Paradise by Craig Martelle. "Attitude can make anywhere a paradise, until the kidnappings begin." Green Lake Bones by A.C. Fuller. "Elite Indie Reads anticipates that A.C. Fuller will soon be a household name." Elite Indie Reads Knuckle Bones by David Berens. "Someone is sending finger bones to the U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan and it's up to Troy Bodean to figure out who they belong to and why they're no longer attached." The Spy Who Came in from the East Coast by Erika Mitchell. "What makes this series so pleasurable to read is Bai himself, his somewhat snarky attitude and self doubt make him more than the mere superhero jumping into the chaos to save the day." Jeff Ayers for Suspense Magazine Fatherlands by Basil Sands. "Based on a true family story, Fatherlands blends history, action, and suspense in a tale of espionage, murder and a flight to freedom, all beneath the gaze of the Midnight Sun." The Interrogator by John Ling. "An engaging thriller that investigates the psychology of fanaticism." San Francisco Book Review The Backpack by Ethan Jones. "Justin is such an awesome character Read in one sitting. Lots action." Amazon Reviewer Girl Will Frame by Mixi J Applebottom. "Why does a small-town woman make a decision with terrifying consequences?" Catching the Edge by Stephen Campbell. "You had me at elegantly sleek woman crawling across the bed, damned good story!" The Dark Imprint by Lee Hayton. "When Bretta actions a job for the police, her work reveals a serial killer who may prove to be unstoppable."

Starships. Dragons. Magic. Heroes. Tales from the Void includes ten stories from the furthest reaches of space, each combining fantasy and science fiction to create something entirely new. Heroes Pillaging magic from dead gods, dragons battling starships, and much, much more! The Heart of Nefarius by Chris Fox Eradicated by Izzy Shows Streamsurfers by Alec Hutson Magic in the Stars by Justin Sloan Freedom by Sam Witt Mystically Engineered by Craig Martelle The Navigator by Trevor Gregg Void Defenders by Saul Roberts Tech, Lies, and Wizardry by J.S. Morin Star Mage Exile by J.J. Green

METAMORPHOSIS ALPHA, Chronicles from the Starship Warden, Volume 2. A vast starship, a virtual world in itself, carrying colonists, livestock, and the flora and fauna of Terra is struck by a cloud of unknown radiation while en route to a distant star. Chaos reigns when the radiation kills most of the crew, and in the ensuing madness, the knowledge of what the ship is and where its destination lies is lost to the survivors – and there are many survivors. Intelligent mutated animals and plants now populate the vessel, and these compete or perhaps cooperate with the humans aboard. In METAMORPHOSIS ALPHA, you are aboard the stricken starship and struggling to survive, trying to gain knowledge of the strange devices and mechanical apparatus of the vessel, attempting to learn the secrets of the strange “world” you inhabit… Fourteen stories that help bring the world of METAMORPHOSIS ALPHA alive. Led by James M. Ward, the game’s original creator, enter the starship Warden, and through the eyes of the authors, enjoy the adventures of the bold as they struggle to complete their quests to understand what their “world” is all about. With stories by James M. Ward Craig Martelle Alex Bates Scott Moon Valerie Emerson Stephen A. Lee Bob Brinkman Scott King Christopher Clark Craig J. Brain E.E. Isherwood Thomas J. Rock Steve Peek Bill Patterson

Twenty eight remarkable stories from thirty one talented authors. One incredible science fiction collection. The universe is expanding and these are some of its stories. Bestselling and debut authors have created worlds where invasions are apocalyptic and space empires are in peril. The universe is beyond our understanding…and sometimes, what we don’t know can kill us. From gruesome alien invasions to epic space battles, the third volume of The Expanding Universe will fire your imagination. Explore the possibilities that our infinite universe holds! Aliens, snipers, warships, royalty, intrigue, and battle, sometimes fought only within one’s mind, other times with railguns, plasma beams, and blasters. Never a dull a moment as a quarter of a million words are packed into nearly 800 pages. When we discover we’re not alone in the universe, will you be prepared? Grab your copy of The Expanding Universe Volume 3 today and explore the worlds that these talented authors have created.

The universe is dangerous, wondrous - a vast canvas upon which humanity sketches its hopes for the future. In this anthology, you'll find 17 tales of conflict and heroism, exploration and discovery, endurance and triumph. Flee the apocalypse of modern-day Earth, fly a fighter in the cold emptiness of deep space, and find new life on the distant shores of an alien world. You might even discover something about yourself as each author opens a window on the soul of mankind. Who are we, really? Should we survive? How do we become something greater without losing what makes us human? Start listening to this collection and take your first steps into tomorrow. Travel the cosmos to find amazing adventure. Walk beside unforgettable characters on the bridge across the stars.... Authors include Rhett C. Bruno, Felix R. Savage, Daniel Arenson, David VanDyke, Will McIntosh, Craig Martelle, Patty Jansen, Lindsay Buroker, Jason Anspach, Ann Christy, Chris Dietzel, Josi Russell, Chris Pourteau, Steve Beaulieu, Lucas Bale, Maya Kaathryn Bohnhoff, David Bruns, and Kevin J. Anderson.

What happens when your favorite characters meet in a bar? BOB isn't just a bartender and Bethany Anne isn't just a patron. Neither are Tanis, Amanda, Ryck, Cal, Marc, or Terry Henry. What stories do our heroes from seven different successful series talk about when they come together in one place, at one time. From the minds of Michael Anderle, Jonathan P. Brazee, M.D. Cooper, Craig Martelle, Barry J. Hutchison, Andrew Dobell, and Richard Fox. Listen in as both the drinks and bar stories flow with reckless abandon.

What happens when your favorite characters meet in a bar, again? It’s not just the extreme cocktails, but the warrior spirit that flows into the multiverse, bringing characters from some of your favorite science fiction series. Who tells the best story? No one knows until the words have been spun. And BOB, a Binary Operated Being has gathered a great cast of characters to make fun of each other while sharing sea stories, the tales that warriors tell after they’ve returned home. Some might call them fish stories, whoppers, tall tales, or worse, but in the end, those who were there, know the tales are true. These characters share their stories among those who have been there, the same place, but completely different. They share a drink, camaraderie, and the words. Stop by Bob’s Bar and listen in – these are all new stories, original tales, by an all-star cast of science fiction authors. Craig Martelle – Cain Terry Mixon – Kelsey Lindsay Buroker – Ridge Jay Allan – Blackhawk Barry J. Hutchison – Artur M.D. Cooper – Rika Michael Anderle – Bethany Anne Richard Fox – Standish Andrew Dobell – Amanda Jonathan P. Brazee – Beth Kevin McLaughlin - Charline

Earth is a wasteland of apocalyptic proportions. On Luna, thousand of humans survive in their gilded cages of 300-year-old Resorts where they are completely immersed in a false reality. In Space, bits and pieces of starships from five starfaring species orbit the earth in a ring of debris. What happened to their crews? How did they get to be here? What did they experience during and after the war now 300 years gone? Welcome to Apocalyptic Space. Herein are several short stories about the ships, the people, and the events before, during, and in the aftermath of the apocalypse in Sol System. This anthology contains a story from the Free Trader series and stories from the 77 Worlds - Apocalyptic Space universe.

Twenty-three never-before published science fiction stories by award winning & bestselling authors. One remarkable collection. With a foreword by Kevin J. Anderson, this collection has something for every science fiction fan. Aliens of the mind, blasters in space, an enigma, and so much more. A massive collection of brand-new, never-before published stories from past and future masters of sci-fi. Dive in and disappear. More than 700 action-packed pages of never-a-dull-moment entertainment! When you discover we’re not alone in the universe, will you be prepared? Grab your copy of The Expanding Universe Volume 5 and immerse yourself in new worlds, with new friends. Get it today.

Forested worlds with mountains and magic. From swords to serpents to spells, with characters you cheer for, mourn for, and most of all, follow on their quests. Journey to the fantastic realms with 25 stories written by fantasy scribes, both old and new. Dragons fly when the wind turns warm. Heroes unsheathe their swords when the shadows darken the doorways. A scrap of a girl enters the gladiator’s ring. A hero’s quest, or is it revenge? Fight to win. Fight to survive. Tales of the dark, the light, the mystical, the barbaric, and the magical. Join us today and find your next favorite fantasy author, right here living in Fantastic Realms. CRAIG MARTELLE – The Maldrex Come C.H. HUNG - The Cuckoo Queen SCOTT KING – My Prince SHAYDA LEIGH BAKHSHI – The Legend of Jehanne Twinblades AMANDA KAYE – Slithers and Swords DEAN FLOYD – Demon of the Mire TODD FAHNESTOCK – Ten for Every One HOLLY KARLSSON – Dark of Night M. TELSCH-WILLIAMS – Still Children SARAH K. L. WILSON – A Whiff of Magic S.C. STOKES – Born in Flames RHONDI ANN – Retreat and Victory KYLE MARTELLE – The Tragedies of Lewis Grym: Tool TAO WONG – The Favored Son T R KERBY – Cutpurse RACHEL TSOUMBAKOS - The Curse of the Lagarfljot Lindworm MARK CANBERRA – The Rag Kings of Vanais DAVID BRUNS – Absalom and the Swan of Necessity KENDRA MERRITT – Blood and Hope KYLE ALEXANDER ROMINES – The Way of Rage TAMERI ETHERTON – Child of Fire CRAIG A. PRICE JR. – Dragonia: Traitor JEFFREY L. KOHANEK – Wizardoms: The Fractured Land J.T. WILLIAMS – Rangers of the Black Moon LAWRENCE M. SCHOEN AND BRIAN THORNE – A Lesser Necromancer

The 1970s are back! What better decade to inspire a new anthology of space opera stories than the one that gave birth to a certain epic set long ago, in a galaxy far, far away? Every story in this new book will feature the distinctive style of the 70s, transported to thrilling new worlds, fleets, and conflicts in the farthest and most exciting reaches of the universe. Groove to tales of cosmic heroes in bellbottoms and platform shoes…alien ships like glittering mirror balls…soundtracks of gritty soul, disco, and hard rock. You'll find everything from kung fu fighting to streetwise private dicks…all souped up with incredible ray gun/rocketship action brought to sizzling life by some of the most talented scifi scribes of today and tomorrow. Blast off with this galaxy of stories by a Star Trek screenwriter, a Nebula Award winner, comic book superstars, New York Times bestsellers, indie publishing giants, and more! Buckle up for the latest dazzling adventures by Marc Scott Zicree, Dean Wesley Smith, Cat Rambo, Peter David, Ian Douglas, Robert Jeschonek, Craig Martelle, Blaze Ward, Ron Collins, Annie Reed, Mike Baron, Mark Leslie Lefebvre, and Jim Gotaas ...plus an introduction by the one and only Barbara Bain, who played Dr. Helena Russell on classic 70s scifi TV series Space: 1999 .

NEW STORIES OF SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY WITH A HARDBOILED NOIR TWIST BY BEST-SELLING AUTHORS LARRY CORREIA, LAURELL K. HAMILTON, AND MORE! “Knights had no meaning in this game. It wasn't a game for knights.” – Raymond Chandler In a world of criminals, thugs, con artists, cheats, and swindlers, there must be a man to stand against the powers of darkness and corruption. A man not afraid to walk the mean streets—whether they be those of 1930s Los Angeles, an ancient fantasy realm, or some far-flung planet of a future star empire. He is a man who knows that a “good man” is not always a “nice guy.” But when the chips are down, he understands that a hero does the right thing, even if it means losing everything. He’s a hard man, sure. But an honorable one. He’s a truth-seeker, a score-evener. He is Sam Spade. He is Philip Marlowe. He is Rick Deckard. He is Harry Dresden. He is all these men and more. Now, join Larry Correia and Kacey Ezell as they present all-new stories of fantasy and science fiction with a hardboiled detective bent by today's top authors. Grab the bottle of Scotch from your bottom desk drawer. Light a cigarette. Tilt your fedora back on your head. But don’t forget to watch your back. This is No Game for Knights. Stories by: Laurell K. Hamilton, Larry Correia, Christopher Ruocchio, Michael Haspil, D.J. Butler, Kacey Ezell, Griffin Barber, Robert Buettner, Sharon Shinn, Craig Martelle, Chris Kennedy, S.A. Bailey, G. Scott Huggins, Nicole Givens Kurtz, and Rob Howell. Praise for No Game for Knights : "The authors successfully create a fantasy pastiche of Chandleresque hardboiled fiction."— Tangent Online About Noir Fatale , edited by Correia and Ezell: “Marvelous is a good word to describe all of the stories in the book. . . . Noir Fatale is a book that will charm both noir fans, and general science fiction and fantasy readers. Correia and Ezell have created a captivating mix of stories.”— The Galveston County Daily News “[A] wonderfully diverse collection of stories from a broad range of authors and it delivers in spades . . . It is a diverse and exciting slice of Noir and Fatale and a great read.”— SFRevu About Larry Correia and the Monster Hunter International series: “[E]verything I like in fantasy: intense action scenes, evil in horrifying array, good struggling against the darkness, and most of all people—gorgeously flawed human beings faced with horrible moral choices that force them to question and change and grow.”—Jim Butcher “[A] no-holds-barred all-out page turner that is part science fiction, part horror, and an absolute blast to read.”— Bookreporter.com “If you love monsters and action, you’ll love this book. If you love guns, you’ll love this book. If you love fantasy, and especially horror fantasy, you’ll love this book.”— Knotclan.com “A gun person who likes science fiction—or, heck, anyone who likes science fiction—will enjoy [these books] . . . The plotting is excellent, and Correia makes you care about the characters . . . I read both books without putting them down except for work . . . so whaddaya waitin’ for? Go and buy some . . . for yourself and for stocking stuffers.”—Massad Ayoob “This lighthearted, testosterone-soaked sequel to 2009's Monster Hunter International will delight fans of action horror with elaborate weaponry, hand-to-hand combat, disgusting monsters, and an endless stream of blood and body parts.”— Publishers Weekly on Monster Hunter Vendetta About the work of Kacey Ezell: “Gritty, dark and damp. Much like the war itself.” —Michael Z. Williamson, best-selling author of A Long Time Until Now “I loved Minds of Men .” —D.J. Butler, best-selling author of Witchy Eye “A lot of good scifi writers write war, but sometimes forget that it is fought by actual people, and even in the midst of war, you don't stop being people while you fight. If you want a good read that dares you to think about what it is like to go to war when you can't hide behind the masks you learn to wear, check it out.” —John T. Mainer

Explore the universe… with the 8th Volume of The Expanding Universe “Two possibilities exist: either we are alone in the universe, or we are not. Both are equally terrifying.” Arthur C Clarke penned those words, and they stand true to this day. Do we want to be alone? Leave it to science fiction authors to address that question in equal measure. Aliens can be peaceful or not. Who will emerge as the superior strain of intelligence? Humanity may be new to the game, but they aren’t new to conflict. Fantastic races vying for dominance. A microcosm of the greater good. Battles fought for higher ideals. Battles fought just to survive. War doesn’t care about human or alien. The soldiers fight, and they fight hard, as if their lives depend on it. Because they do. Contributing Authors and Stories: Remora Alien by Lawrence M. Schoen An immortal assassin must consider if he is still human To Catch a Thief by Mark Henwick Stranded on an icy moon in the remote and lawless Frontier, merchanter Sam must sup with the devil to get her spaceship repaired, and she’s all out of long spoons. The Rule of Belief by Kelly Curtis NASA chose me to assess how people would react to the news there is life on other planets; to my surprise the aliens chose me too. Finders Keepers by Jerry Shepard A quick score leads to more than they bargained for Genetic Dust by E. L. Strife A rescue mission leaves a security officer stranded and unveils a secret that could turn the tide of an ancient war. The Darenti Incongruity by Julia Huni When Lieutenant Nate Kassis gets trapped on an alien planet, he discovers something that will change the galaxy—if he gets back to his team. “Down to the Bone” by Jonathan P. Brazee When stripped of her military tech, can a wounded combat engineer survive an enemy killer bot? For the world Is hollow… by Craig Martelle A story of two scientists seeking a single truth.

Explore the universe… with the 10th Volume of The Expanding Universe, a short-story collection to pique your interest and sharpen your mind. “Two possibilities exist: either we are alone in the universe, or we are not. Both are equally terrifying.” Arthur C Clarke penned those words, and they stand true to this day. Do we want to be alone? Leave it to science fiction authors to address that question in equal measure. Aliens can be peaceful or not. Who will emerge as the superior strain of intelligence? Humanity may be new to the game, but they aren’t new to conflict. Fantastic races vying for dominance. A microcosm of the greater good. Battles fought for higher ideals. Battles fought just to survive. War doesn’t care about human or alien. The soldiers fight, and they fight hard, as if their lives depend on it. Because they do. Join new friends as you immerse yourself in high-tech worlds scattered across the stars. Seize your copy of The Expanding Universe Volume 10 today to enjoy these compelling tales.