Publisher: Wildside Press
Climate change may be a hot topic today, but when this story was first published in 1948, such tales were the stuff of crackpots...and visionary science fiction writers. In "Climate--Disordered," a hot publicity man gets a $25,000 chill!
In the silent corridors of a Morgue Ship drifting between Earth and Mars, Brandon has a single purpose—recover the frozen bodies of fallen soldiers and search for the one that matters most: his own son. But when the retrieval claw hauls in a perfectly preserved man from the year 2100—one of the legendary 51 Scientists who vanished before completing a rumored super-weapon—Brandon realizes he may be holding the key to ending the war once and for all. What follows is a charged battle of morality, loyalty, and desperation as Brandon attempts the unthinkable: revive a man frozen for three centuries. And when the first heartbeat returns, so does hope… along with danger. “Lazarus Come Forth” blends mystery, tension, and emotional depth into a story only Ray Bradbury could write—a tale where science and faith merge, where the dead refuse to stay silent, and where the line between redemption and ruin becomes razor thin. Ray Bradbury (1920–2012) was one of the most influential voices in 20th-century speculative fiction, the author of Fahrenheit 451, The Martian Chronicles, Something Wicked This Way Comes, and more than 600 works across stories, novels, screenplays, essays, and poetry. Though loved for his lyrical language and human-centered storytelling, Bradbury also excelled at darker, suspense-driven tales like this one, exploring the emotional consequences of technology, war, and memory. Whether you’re discovering Bradbury for the first time or returning to a forgotten gem, this story remains a haunting reminder of how far we’ll go to rewrite death—and how high the cost may be when the past wakes up.Show book
The Skylark of Space is one of the earliest novels of interstellar travel and is considered a classic of pulp science fiction. Originally serialized in 1928 in the magazine Amazing Stories it is often categorized as the first literary space opera, complete with protagonists perfect in mind, body, and spirit, who fight against villains of absolute evil. A fun, swoop through millions of light years and tons of adversaries.Show book
He’s finally free. And I can finally remember. Things should have gone back to normal. They’re anything but. Chaos erupts across London, and my faith in the High Council is ruptured. Wouldn’t you know the entire paranormal community seems hell-bent on blaming it on my boyfriend. History repeating itself? Not this time. I won’t lose Wade. Not him. Not again. I’ll do anything to protect him. Even if it means taking on friends and enemies alike. But the last one I expected to be a threat to Wade is… Wade himself. What’s going on with him? Who’s behind the brewing war? And what will it take to stop it? Demon Heart is the second book in a gay urban fantasy romance series and it’s best read in order. It’s filled to the brim with magic, heart-pumping action, and steamy times. Book 2 contains a budding relationship and fated mates and ends on a HFN. Read now and face your demon heartShow book
1700 - 1899 Science Fiction - Nine Classic Science Fiction Short StoriesThe Star by H. G. WellsThe Plattner Story by H. G. WellsThe Mortal Immortal by Mary ShelleyMicromegas by VoltaireThe Red Room by H. G. WellsA Thousand Deaths by Jack LondonThe Lady, or the Tiger? by Frank R. StocktonThe Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan PoeThe Masque of the Red Death by Edgar Allan PoeShow book
“A fast-paced fantasy adventure with a strong, relatable protagonist. Highly recommended — loved it!” – The Wishing Shelf A hidden world. A forbidden power. A truth that changes everything. Seventeen-year-old Ariessy has spent her life in the shadows—one of many powerful sorceresses created by the Norse gods, hidden from humanity and monitored by the Vald, an elite force of wolf-shifters sworn to protect Earth from supernatural threats. But when she’s accused of using outlawed magic to save her dying father, the wolves uncover a far more dangerous truth: the real threat isn’t the crime she didn’t commit—it’s the secrets buried deep in her bloodline. With her grandmother missing and dark forces rising, Ariessy refuses to be bound by laws designed to control her. And with Hale by her side—torn between duty and something deeper—she must embrace the power within… or risk losing everything. In a world where love, loyalty, and power can be deadly, the truth might be her only weapon. Perfect for fans of slow-burn fantasy, Norse mythology, and emotional coming-of-age stories.Show book
As if things couldn't get any worse, Arthur is trying to survive yet another dreadful shift at the Hammy Burger when a supervillain barges in and takes him as a hostage. It's clear, from the get-go, that this villain is a poor schmuck who just happened on a dose of ChemX. And so, in an attempt to save the poor bastard from the consequences of his foolish actions, Arthur tries to convince him to surrender. But when the caped cavalry arrives, something happens and Arthur is exposed to a leak of the mysterious chemical substance. Unfortunately, superpowers do not pay the rent, and he still has to juggle four jobs to make ends meet. And Arthur will be reversed to his former self if he doesn't prove himself worthy of the gift. To do that, he will have to take part in the famed Combine—aka the Meatgrinder. He will have to join the trials to be accepted in one of the most famous superhero guilds in Eon City: Heroes United. Failure means he'll get dechemed and reverted back to his lousy and broke self. If he is to have any kind of chance to prevail, Arthur must level up his skills and gain new abilities. But what is a rookie meta like him to do?Show book
