The Origin of the Sphere


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In the shadow of an ancient cave, hidden deep within the sands of Africa, a new chapter in an epic tale begins. "The Origin of the Sphere" invites readers to join Alex, John, and Michael as they plunge into the heart of a mystery that spans centuries and dimensions. This time, the stakes are higher, the dangers more palpable, and the secrets buried in the annals of history are darker than they ever imagined. Armed with the knowledge from their first adventure, the trio embarks on a perilous journey that will take them from the lost city of Atlantis to the battlegrounds of World War II, and into the heart of a forgotten Nazi conspiracy. With the enigmatic Nalurians watching from the shadows, and the ominous Die Glocke looming over their every step, Alex and his friends must navigate a labyrinth of temporal paradoxes, ancient relics, and a world on the brink of destruction. In "The Origin of the Sphere," be prepared to be swept into a whirlwind of intrigue, action, and profound revelations. As our heroes grapple with the mysteries of time travel and the weight of their own destinies, they will face challenges that test the very fabric of their friendship and the limits of their courage. This thrilling sequel not only delves deeper into the enigmas of the past but also sets the stage for an epic conclusion that will challenge everything they believe. "The Origin of the Sphere" is a masterful continuation of "The Commodore Sphere" journey that promises to transport readers to the farthest reaches of time and imagination, leaving them breathless and hungry for more.




Shattered Sphere


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Tales from the Vulgar Unicorn


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Belly up to Thieves’ World®’s favorite bar for tales told by such fantasy stars as Philip José Farmer, David Drake, Janet Morris, and others. In the second shared-world anthology of the Thieves’ World® series, we see “the gods themselves taking a hand in the fight for the hearts, minds and souls of the citizens of Sanctuary” (Fantasy-Faction). Via contributions from Philip José Farmer, David Drake, Lynn Abbey, A.E. van Vogt, Janet Morris, Andrew J. Offutt, and Robert Lynn Asprin, you’ll revisit the nefarious characters of Sanctuary, including One-Thumb, the proprietor of the Vulgar Unicorn; Regli, a nobleman; Illyra, the seer; Hanes, the thief; the crime lord, Jubal; and introducing Tempus Thales, the immortal mercenary. “It’s the best kind of sequel, the kind which was not meticulously planned from the start, unlike the deliberate megafranchises being created today, which may be plotted out for a decade in advance of the launch. . . . An important book in the series . . . Many elements which will be exploited to huge degree and cast a huge shadow over later pages are introduced here for the first time. . . . In some ways, it provides an anticipatory, even direct, model for the grimdark of the nineties which would follow.” —World of Antra




Adventures of the TSEA Ship the Admiral Byrd


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Viktor Haas served with distinction during the Andevan Wars as Captain of the Sydney. The Sydney was a Deep-Space Class, Heavy Cruiser in the fleet of the Terran Space Exploration Administration, or TSEA. Captain Haas takes command of a very different ship – the Admiral Byrd. The Admiral Byrd, affectionately known as the 'Byrd,' is a Scout-Class science vessel. The Byrd has been tasked with a mission that is very different to those Captain Haas usually undertakes. Although Captain Haas brings certain of his Sydney crew with him, the crew on board the Byrd, and the ship itself, requires that the Captain embrace a very different command style than he usually employs. He has been told, however, that if this mission is a success, his captaincy of the Sydney will be revisited. The Byrd is known throughout the fleet for having problems. Will Engineer Siksika be able to fix those problems and allow the ship to finish its mission? In these pages is an adventure that takes you not only to different planets but to other places of interest in space where you will meet very different creatures and societies.




Adiamante


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After a millennia of exploitation and war, the people of Earth have built a society based on environmental conservation and nonaggression. These priciples are tested when a hostile fleet appears in orbit.




Starswarm


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Kip has never known any life but his existence at the protected laboratory compound known as Starswarm Station. And for all that time he has heard the Voice: an artificial intelligence chip implanted in his skull. It guides him and helps protect him from the planet's many dangers, including roaming bands of hostile centaurs and "haters." But the startling discovery of who put the chip in his head - and why - leads Kip to revelations that could threaten the safety of the entire compound. Luckily, he has friends Marty and Lara to help. But are three kids enough to save an entire planet?




O Pioneer!


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Evesham Giyt and his new wife are immigrants to the colony world of Tupelo, a strange planet inhabited by colonists from five different species. Giyt soon becomes mayor--a dubious honor--and uncovers a plot by the most dangerous creatures on the planet that threatens to tear the colony apart.




The Ring of Charon


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Larry Chao, experimenting with gravity control and the manufacture of black holes on a research station on Pluto, is dumbfounded when his instruments show planet Earth to have disappeared. But the horror has only just begun. Could the entire Solar System be about to disappear?




The Shattered Land


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Intent on saving one of their own, a band of heroes travels to Eberron’s most isolated continent—facing drow elves and powerful magics along the way Xen'drik, the dark continent. A land of once-proud empires that now lie in ruin. A land shrouded in mystery where monsters and dark powers stalk the jungles, where only the bravest and most foolhardy will venture. Now, a band of former soldiers must brave the depths of Xen'drik to save Daine—their fearless leader, close companion, and the hero of the City of Towers. After joining forces with a mysterious woman, the friends venture to the dark continent, where they hope to find the ancient artifact that is the last hope to save Daine’s life.




The Dastard


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