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The Kremlin Phoenix - Preview
Hi all,
Here is a sneak peak at my new book, due to launch in December 2013:
THE KREMLIN PHOENIX
In the 21st century, Craig Balard, a young New York lawyer, is unwittingly swept up in a conspiracy of global proportions that threatens to trigger the fall of the West and the rise of a new totalitarian world order.
Hunted by agents of the international conspiracy, Craig encounters a mysterious woman who knows his every step – before he makes it – and who intervenes to keep him alive for her own purposes.
He discovers she is a hologram, transmitted back in time from the late 23rd century, where a small group of survivors of a cataclysmic war are trying to use him to change their past in order to save mankind’s future.
Under her guidance, Craig becomes the fulcrum of time, where his every move triggers changes in the timeline that will either save humanity, or guarantee its extinction.
Paperback Length: 330 pages
ISBN (ebook): 978-0-9874347-6-0
Here is a sneak peak at my new book, due to launch in December 2013:
THE KREMLIN PHOENIX
In the 21st century, Craig Balard, a young New York lawyer, is unwittingly swept up in a conspiracy of global proportions that threatens to trigger the fall of the West and the rise of a new totalitarian world order.
Hunted by agents of the international conspiracy, Craig encounters a mysterious woman who knows his every step – before he makes it – and who intervenes to keep him alive for her own purposes.
He discovers she is a hologram, transmitted back in time from the late 23rd century, where a small group of survivors of a cataclysmic war are trying to use him to change their past in order to save mankind’s future.
Under her guidance, Craig becomes the fulcrum of time, where his every move triggers changes in the timeline that will either save humanity, or guarantee its extinction.
Paperback Length: 330 pages
ISBN (ebook): 978-0-9874347-6-0
The Phoenix Rises
Hi all
The Kremlin Phoenix is now available on Amazon as both an ebook and paperback.
"Renneberg delivers a typically exciting thriller, with plenty of sharp turns, heavy weapons and touches of science fiction" - Kirkus Reviews
Past, present and future converge when a young 21st century New York lawyer is swept up into a conspiracy that threatens to destroy 23rd century Earth.
Paperback Length 334 pages
Paperback ISBN: 978-0-9874347-7-7
Ebook ISBN: 978-0-9874347-6-0
The Kremlin Phoenix is now available on Amazon as both an ebook and paperback.
"Renneberg delivers a typically exciting thriller, with plenty of sharp turns, heavy weapons and touches of science fiction" - Kirkus Reviews
Past, present and future converge when a young 21st century New York lawyer is swept up into a conspiracy that threatens to destroy 23rd century Earth.
Paperback Length 334 pages
Paperback ISBN: 978-0-9874347-7-7
Ebook ISBN: 978-0-9874347-6-0
The Antaran Codex - Preview!
Hi guys
The new book is almost ready. The planned release date is 12 July 2014. Here is a little introduction to Sirius Kade and The Antaran Codex.
THE ANTARAN CODEX
As mankind nears its goal of galactic citizenship, Sirius Kade, trader and Earth Intelligence Service deep cover agent, learns that wealthy and powerful leaders from across Mapped Space are vying for control of an alien relic they believe is the key to untold riches – unaware they are being deceived.
Sirius soon finds himself entangled in an interstellar plot to make humanity a cosmic outcast, denying it its place as the newest member of the vast and ancient community that has governed the galaxy for eons.
With mankind’s fate in the balance, Sirius must overcome ruthless alien adversaries and deadly human rivals as he seeks to discover the secret of The Antaran Codex and safeguard man’s future among the stars.
MAPPED SPACE CHRONOLOGY
15000 BC – 2130 AD
Rise of Planetary Civilization on Earth.
2130 – 2643
Rise of Inter-planetary Civilization throughout the Solar System.
2644
First human ship reaches Proxima Centauri and is met by a Tau Ceti Observer.
Dawn of Human Interstellar Civilization.
2645
Earth Council signs the Access Treaty with the Galactic Forum.
First 500 year Probationary Period begins.
Tau Cetins provide astrographic data out to 1,200 light years from Earth (Mapped Space) and 100 kilograms of Novarium to power human star ships.
2646 – 3154
Human Civilization expands rapidly through Mapped Space.
Continual Access Treaty infringements cause multiple extensions of the Probationary Period, delaying mankind’s membership into the Galactic Forum.
3154
Human religious fanatics attack the Mataron Homeworld.
Tau Cetin Observers prevent Mataron Fleet from destroying Earth.
3155 – 3158
Tau Cetin ships convert human supplies of novarium held in Earth stockpiles and within ship energy plants to inert material.
3155 – 4155
Galactic Forum suspends human interstellar access rights and imposes 1,000 year Embargo.
Contact with other civilizations ends.
Many human outposts beyond the Solar System collapse.
4126
Earth Navy (EN) established by the Democratic Union to police mankind when Embargo is lifted.
Earth Council assumes control of EN.
4138
Earth Intelligence Service (EIS) established by the Earth Council.
4155
The Embargo ends. Access Treaty reactivated.
Second 500 year Probationary Period begins.
Human interstellar travel resumes.
4155 – 4267
Earth re-establishes contact with surviving human outposts.
4605
The Antaran Codex.
The new book is almost ready. The planned release date is 12 July 2014. Here is a little introduction to Sirius Kade and The Antaran Codex.
THE ANTARAN CODEX
As mankind nears its goal of galactic citizenship, Sirius Kade, trader and Earth Intelligence Service deep cover agent, learns that wealthy and powerful leaders from across Mapped Space are vying for control of an alien relic they believe is the key to untold riches – unaware they are being deceived.
Sirius soon finds himself entangled in an interstellar plot to make humanity a cosmic outcast, denying it its place as the newest member of the vast and ancient community that has governed the galaxy for eons.
With mankind’s fate in the balance, Sirius must overcome ruthless alien adversaries and deadly human rivals as he seeks to discover the secret of The Antaran Codex and safeguard man’s future among the stars.
MAPPED SPACE CHRONOLOGY
15000 BC – 2130 AD
Rise of Planetary Civilization on Earth.
2130 – 2643
Rise of Inter-planetary Civilization throughout the Solar System.
2644
First human ship reaches Proxima Centauri and is met by a Tau Ceti Observer.
Dawn of Human Interstellar Civilization.
2645
Earth Council signs the Access Treaty with the Galactic Forum.
First 500 year Probationary Period begins.
Tau Cetins provide astrographic data out to 1,200 light years from Earth (Mapped Space) and 100 kilograms of Novarium to power human star ships.
2646 – 3154
Human Civilization expands rapidly through Mapped Space.
Continual Access Treaty infringements cause multiple extensions of the Probationary Period, delaying mankind’s membership into the Galactic Forum.
3154
Human religious fanatics attack the Mataron Homeworld.
Tau Cetin Observers prevent Mataron Fleet from destroying Earth.
3155 – 3158
Tau Cetin ships convert human supplies of novarium held in Earth stockpiles and within ship energy plants to inert material.
3155 – 4155
Galactic Forum suspends human interstellar access rights and imposes 1,000 year Embargo.
Contact with other civilizations ends.
Many human outposts beyond the Solar System collapse.
4126
Earth Navy (EN) established by the Democratic Union to police mankind when Embargo is lifted.
Earth Council assumes control of EN.
4138
Earth Intelligence Service (EIS) established by the Earth Council.
4155
The Embargo ends. Access Treaty reactivated.
Second 500 year Probationary Period begins.
Human interstellar travel resumes.
4155 – 4267
Earth re-establishes contact with surviving human outposts.
4605
The Antaran Codex.
The Mothersea - Kirkus Review
Hi guys
My new book, The Mothersea, is due out late August. Kirkus Reviews have now reviewed a pre release copy, giving it the Kirkus Star, their highest commendation.
"Everything a great sci-fi novel should be: visionary, immersive, and thematically profound."
- Kirkus Reviews
The full review can be seen at
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-re...
I am also revising Mothership prior to the launch of Mothersea.
My new book, The Mothersea, is due out late August. Kirkus Reviews have now reviewed a pre release copy, giving it the Kirkus Star, their highest commendation.
"Everything a great sci-fi novel should be: visionary, immersive, and thematically profound."
- Kirkus Reviews
The full review can be seen at
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-re...
I am also revising Mothership prior to the launch of Mothersea.
The Mothersea named in KR Best Books 2016
I am delighted to announce that The Mothersea has just been named to Kirkus Reviews’ Best Books of 2016 and Best Indie Otherworldly Reads of 2016.
For details on The Mothersea or other Mapped Space Universe books, visit:
www.stephenrenneberg.com
For details on The Mothersea or other Mapped Space Universe books, visit:
www.stephenrenneberg.com
The Science of Interstellar Travel in the Mapped Space Universe
Ever wondered how man might reach the stars?
I've added a consideration of the science underlying interstellar travel in the Mapped Space Universe for those interested.
MSU Interstellar Travel
I've added a consideration of the science underlying interstellar travel in the Mapped Space Universe for those interested.
MSU Interstellar Travel
The Riven Stars (Mapped Space 3) Available Now
Hi guys
The third Sirius Kade space opera / SF thriller has just launched, available for Kindle, Kobo and Apple iTunes and as a paperback on Amazon.
From the back cover:
"Blistering action ... arresting characters ... a densely plotted epic ... Renneberg aptly portrays strikingly different worlds ... (in) an exhilarating espionage tale involving the threat of galactic war."
- Kirkus Reviews
Earth Intelligence Service agent Sirius Kade is sent to intercept a mysterious visitor to the Orion Arm from the remote Cygnus Rim. He must discover why an alien race humanity has never before encountered conspires against Earth and its far flung colonies.
While civil war ravages mankind, Sirius discovers old and new enemies entwined in a sinister scheme of cosmic proportions. His mission takes him to barbaric human and oppressive alien worlds before a final reckoning in the ancient halls of galactic power.
Deceived and betrayed, Sirius is forced to choose between love and duty as the fate of galactic civilization is decided.
The third Sirius Kade space opera / SF thriller has just launched, available for Kindle, Kobo and Apple iTunes and as a paperback on Amazon.
From the back cover:
"Blistering action ... arresting characters ... a densely plotted epic ... Renneberg aptly portrays strikingly different worlds ... (in) an exhilarating espionage tale involving the threat of galactic war."
- Kirkus Reviews
Earth Intelligence Service agent Sirius Kade is sent to intercept a mysterious visitor to the Orion Arm from the remote Cygnus Rim. He must discover why an alien race humanity has never before encountered conspires against Earth and its far flung colonies.
While civil war ravages mankind, Sirius discovers old and new enemies entwined in a sinister scheme of cosmic proportions. His mission takes him to barbaric human and oppressive alien worlds before a final reckoning in the ancient halls of galactic power.
Deceived and betrayed, Sirius is forced to choose between love and duty as the fate of galactic civilization is decided.
Mapped Space lands 5 Book Deal in China
I am delighted to announce that this week, I signed a major 5 book translation and mass market distribution deal with a national publisher in China. The deal includes all 5 of the Mapped Space titles:
The Mothership
The Mothersea
The Antaran Codex
In Earth's Service
The Riven Stars
All of these titles have received impressive reviews, feature cover art by renowned UK artist Tom Edwards, and were proofed and edited by my amazing wife Elenor.
The deal is with the Beijing Institute of Technology Press Co. Ltd, a well respected publisher of quality non fiction and fiction who have released more than 3,000 titles throughout mainland China.
The deal was brokered by Cherry Zhou of Rightol Media Limited, a leading foreign rights agency based in Chengdu, the cultural capital of southern China. Rightol are responsible for approximately 8% of foreign translations into China and have relationships with 95% of Chinese publishers.
The Chinese language paperback editions of the Mapped Space Universe books will be released in mainland China over the next twelve to eighteen months.
The Mothership
The Mothersea
The Antaran Codex
In Earth's Service
The Riven Stars
All of these titles have received impressive reviews, feature cover art by renowned UK artist Tom Edwards, and were proofed and edited by my amazing wife Elenor.
The deal is with the Beijing Institute of Technology Press Co. Ltd, a well respected publisher of quality non fiction and fiction who have released more than 3,000 titles throughout mainland China.
The deal was brokered by Cherry Zhou of Rightol Media Limited, a leading foreign rights agency based in Chengdu, the cultural capital of southern China. Rightol are responsible for approximately 8% of foreign translations into China and have relationships with 95% of Chinese publishers.
The Chinese language paperback editions of the Mapped Space Universe books will be released in mainland China over the next twelve to eighteen months.
Mapped Space First Contact Omnibus
The first two books set in the Mapped Space Universe, The Mothership and The Mothersea, are now available in an omnibus ebook edition.
The Omnibus offers both books at 25% off the price of the books sold separately.
Pre-orders can be made on Amazon.com now while the Omnibus itself will be available from January 7, 2019.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LH3BP6K
The Omnibus offers both books at 25% off the price of the books sold separately.
Pre-orders can be made on Amazon.com now while the Omnibus itself will be available from January 7, 2019.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LH3BP6K
The Warrior Worlds - Now Available
Greetings Mapped Spacers!
THE WARRIOR WORLDS is finally here!
I know it's been a long wait. I must be the slowest SF author on planet Earth, but producing a quality work takes a lot of time. So, thank you for your patience.
This week, Kirkus Reviews, the USA's oldest and most respected publishing industry reviewer, selected The Warrior Worlds for inclusion in its:
BEST INDIE BOOKS OF 2022
This list is of the top 100 Indie novels Kirkus reviewed in America this year across all genres. Kirkus review many thousands of novels each year, so it's a very tough list to make, especially for science fiction.
This recognition comes after Kirkus awarded The Warrior Worlds the coveted Kirkus Star earlier this year, an award given to books of 'exceptional merit', and also a rare achievement for a science fiction novel.
This is the second of my books to receive the double of a Kirkus Star and selection for the Best of the Year list, the last time being back in 2016 for The Mothersea.
If you like The Warrior Worlds, please give it a rating and a few words of endorsement on Amazon. Every rating helps spread the word.
How to buy The Warrior Worlds
The book is now available on Amazon. Links to the various markets can be found on my website at the following address:
https://www.stephenrenneberg.com/the-...
Enjoy. I look forward to reading your comments on Amazon. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
THE WARRIOR WORLDS is finally here!
I know it's been a long wait. I must be the slowest SF author on planet Earth, but producing a quality work takes a lot of time. So, thank you for your patience.
This week, Kirkus Reviews, the USA's oldest and most respected publishing industry reviewer, selected The Warrior Worlds for inclusion in its:
BEST INDIE BOOKS OF 2022
This list is of the top 100 Indie novels Kirkus reviewed in America this year across all genres. Kirkus review many thousands of novels each year, so it's a very tough list to make, especially for science fiction.
This recognition comes after Kirkus awarded The Warrior Worlds the coveted Kirkus Star earlier this year, an award given to books of 'exceptional merit', and also a rare achievement for a science fiction novel.
This is the second of my books to receive the double of a Kirkus Star and selection for the Best of the Year list, the last time being back in 2016 for The Mothersea.
If you like The Warrior Worlds, please give it a rating and a few words of endorsement on Amazon. Every rating helps spread the word.
How to buy The Warrior Worlds
The book is now available on Amazon. Links to the various markets can be found on my website at the following address:
https://www.stephenrenneberg.com/the-...
Enjoy. I look forward to reading your comments on Amazon. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
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