No Higher Ground by ROMAN GODZICH Sam Czerny’s career as a xenobiologist was relegated to studying strange life forms deep in the oceans. Then a Chinese mining facility discovers an unusual artifact on the far side of the moon. A device which could change the way humanity sees itself and its place in the galaxy. Sam finds himself on the project of his dreams only to get caught up in a sudden war between the US and China. A war that prevents the two governments from noticing an even more … [Read more...]
Slip by David Estes
Slip by David Estes Someone must die before another can be born... As sea levels rise and livable landmasses shrink, the Reorganized United States of America has instituted population control measures to ensure there are sufficient resources and food to sustain the growing population. Birth authorization must be paid for and obtained prior to having a child. Someone must die before another can be born, keeping the country in a population neutral position at what experts consider to be the … [Read more...]
Twin Time by Olga Werby
Twin Time by Olga Werby Alex and Sasha are twin sisters, physically identical down to their freckles. But the resemblance is only skin deep—Sasha is profoundly autistic, while Alex is not. Sasha can’t communicate and acts bizarrely, and the family revolves around her and her intense needs. Yet the aged, wealthy, and mysterious Aunt Nana seems to have a particular interest in both girls. Offering a helping hand, she encourages the family to move to San Francisco to be near her. And when the … [Read more...]
Combat Boy and the Lord of Monster Realm by Angela Purbaugh
Combat Boy and the Lord of Monster Realm by Angela Purbaugh On the other side of an interdimensional portal lies the game world of Monster Realm, a place where monsters battle humans, where souls are held captive, and where Tom Hock, also known as, Combat Boy narrowly escaped. Now, he's home and feeling safe—big mistake. Tom’s brother, Joey wants to play. He paralyzes Tom with a poison dart and reassembles the fabled monster token to start the game which spreads across San Diego. … [Read more...]
Combat Boy and the Monster Token by Angela Purbaugh
Combat Boy and the Monster Token by Angela Purbaugh Deep beneath the teeming mass of fans, cosplayers, and gamers visiting San Diego's Comic Book Convention, a game is underway. The winner is crowned the Multidimensional Game Master, but what kind of game asks players to sign a contract in blood? Twelve-year-old Tom Hock, professional gamer, is thrilled to get an invitation to play Monster Realm, alongside his brother Joey and a mysterious pro gamer named Dark Pixy. Tom doesn't take the … [Read more...]
Gift Guide: Short Circuit and Other Geek Stories by Kenna McKinnon
Targeted Age Group:: Youth to Adult Category: Science Fiction About Short Circuit and Other Geek Stories: Short Circuit and Other Geek Stories is a fascinating tribute in memorial for Kenna's son Steve Wild, 1968-2012, who loved "hard" science fiction, robots, and high technology. Authored by Kenna Mary McKinnon, with topics ranging from music of the spheres to death, this book contains short stories written for all ages to enjoy. The title story features a somewhat humorous tale of a robot … [Read more...]
Gift Guide: The Universe Builders by Steve LeBel
Targeted Age Group:: Adult and Young Adult Category: Science Fiction Print book price range: $13.75 - $16.95 eBook price range: $4.99 About The Universe Builders: God got a C- in Universe Building 101. (Well, not our God, of course. One of those other guys...) A humorous fantasy world of gods and goddesses who build universes for a living. Are they all-powerful and all-knowing? Well, not exactly... Fresh with his diploma from God School, Bernie is thrilled to land his dream job as a … [Read more...]
