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Planetary Anthology series #7
Mars: Planetary Anthology
Mars, the red planet and our closest neighbor. It has haunted our imaginations for centuries, inspiring tales of heroic deeds and courage. . Mars is also the god of war and the father of fear and panic. Here are 18 tales of war and adventure set in and around the red planet.
Planetary Fiction explores the themes associated with these heavenly bodies as well as their astronomical, mythological, and in some cases even alchemical significance.
Planetary Fiction explores the themes associated with these heavenly bodies as well as their astronomical, mythological, and in some cases even alchemical significance.
297 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 14, 2018
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About the author
Jon Del Arroz
78 books450 followersJon Del Arroz is a powerhouse in speculative fiction and comics, celebrated as "the leading Hispanic voice in science fiction" by PJ Media, and a #1 Amazon bestselling author whose works resonate with fans craving bold, unapologetic storytelling. His novels, like the swashbuckling steampunk adventure For Steam And Country and the space opera The Stars Entwined, have earned accolades for their fast-paced plots and richly drawn characters. He is a Dragon Award finalist and 2018 CLFA Book of the Year Award winner, as well as N3F Speculative Fiction winner for best graphic novel.
Beyond the page, Jon Del Arroz is a prolific journalist and cultural commentator, with incisive pieces in outlets like The Federalist and Fandom Pulse that tackle the intersections of pop culture, gaming, and politics with fearless clarity. His investigative work and YouTube livestreams have built a loyal following, offering a sharp alternative to mainstream narratives.
Beyond the page, Jon Del Arroz is a prolific journalist and cultural commentator, with incisive pieces in outlets like The Federalist and Fandom Pulse that tackle the intersections of pop culture, gaming, and politics with fearless clarity. His investigative work and YouTube livestreams have built a loyal following, offering a sharp alternative to mainstream narratives.
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September 2, 2018
This is the second collection of short stories in the Planetary series from Superversive Press. Just excellent, so many memorable stories. Very strong collection
August 16, 2018
I admit I'm horribly biased with this book. However, I fulfilled one of my author goals of writing with one of my childhood heroes (Kevin J. Anderson) by being accepted into this book. It's really a fun set of stories and I'm pleased to be included among them. The fact Chuck Dixon is also among them is huge but every author of every story did a great job talking about Mars. There's fantasy, science fiction, and more here that all works out well. Jon Del Arozz has done a great job collecting authors and I think people who pick this anthology up will enjoy it.
April 15, 2018
More Splendid Stories From the Curators at Superversive Press.
There is much to recommend the entire Planetary Anthologies series, with its array of tales and imagery by so many writers. Of particular note here are Kevin J. Anderson's "The Human, Martian - One Two Three" which lives up to the quality of his Seven Suns and Terra Incognita books, "S-T-Valdis" by K. M. Carroll with its autistic heroine both believable and relatable (a rare feat!), and Kai Wai Cheah's "Hostile Takeover" to show what happens on Mars when we have to call in the Marines.
We have aliens and pirates, dystopian feminists and steampunk burglars, ancient gods, pre-historic starships, feral beasts and Kim Jong Un. I almost downgraded this to four stars for weak copyediting, but the strength of the stories themselves more than made up the difference.
There is much to recommend the entire Planetary Anthologies series, with its array of tales and imagery by so many writers. Of particular note here are Kevin J. Anderson's "The Human, Martian - One Two Three" which lives up to the quality of his Seven Suns and Terra Incognita books, "S-T-Valdis" by K. M. Carroll with its autistic heroine both believable and relatable (a rare feat!), and Kai Wai Cheah's "Hostile Takeover" to show what happens on Mars when we have to call in the Marines.
We have aliens and pirates, dystopian feminists and steampunk burglars, ancient gods, pre-historic starships, feral beasts and Kim Jong Un. I almost downgraded this to four stars for weak copyediting, but the strength of the stories themselves more than made up the difference.
August 15, 2021
( Format : Audiobook )
"Pereption is Reality."
Twenty short stories, ranging from a little over nine minutes to one hour twenty minutes in length, and varying in interest - though none of them were poor. An anthology of this sort is a great way to possibly discover an new and favourite author.
The titles are:-
- The Martian Princess : J.Barneson
- The Decision : Shaun Patrick Hazelit
- To open the Gate :Emily Jerome
- S.T.Valid : K.M.Carol
- Invaders on Mars : John Mullison
- Rebirth : Julie Thropp
- Body is Takeover : Kai Wai Chad
- Beware the Dawn : Dawn Whitskey
- The C!McLeod King of Mars :C.T.Phipps
- City of the Sleepers : A.M.Freeman
- Abandoned Children : Donna Bell
- Death March of Cambreath : Dehklan Finn
- The Girl Who Died Twice : Lou Antonelli
- Coughing Fit : Benjamin Wheeler
- Ares in the Morning : Beaukera Baimley
- The Rusted Fortress : David Hawkwhist
- Bellicus : Chap Dixon
- The Human Martian, One, Two, Three: Kevin J.Anderson
- Three Billion Year Love : James Likes
- Far Away the Pale Blue Dot : Lucca DeJardins
The narrator, Gareth Richards, gives a good pefformance, though a slight pause between the conclusion of the story and the short note about the author which follows would have been allreciated.
I was fortunate in receiving a freely gifted complimentary copy of Mars Planetary Anthology 7, downloaded from Free Audiobook Codes previously provided to the site by the rights holder. My thanks to the proprietors of this excellent site.
If you enjoy S.F.or fantasy, are looking for new authors to follow or like to stargaze at the Red Planet, this is worth a read.
"Pereption is Reality."
Twenty short stories, ranging from a little over nine minutes to one hour twenty minutes in length, and varying in interest - though none of them were poor. An anthology of this sort is a great way to possibly discover an new and favourite author.
The titles are:-
- The Martian Princess : J.Barneson
- The Decision : Shaun Patrick Hazelit
- To open the Gate :Emily Jerome
- S.T.Valid : K.M.Carol
- Invaders on Mars : John Mullison
- Rebirth : Julie Thropp
- Body is Takeover : Kai Wai Chad
- Beware the Dawn : Dawn Whitskey
- The C!McLeod King of Mars :C.T.Phipps
- City of the Sleepers : A.M.Freeman
- Abandoned Children : Donna Bell
- Death March of Cambreath : Dehklan Finn
- The Girl Who Died Twice : Lou Antonelli
- Coughing Fit : Benjamin Wheeler
- Ares in the Morning : Beaukera Baimley
- The Rusted Fortress : David Hawkwhist
- Bellicus : Chap Dixon
- The Human Martian, One, Two, Three: Kevin J.Anderson
- Three Billion Year Love : James Likes
- Far Away the Pale Blue Dot : Lucca DeJardins
The narrator, Gareth Richards, gives a good pefformance, though a slight pause between the conclusion of the story and the short note about the author which follows would have been allreciated.
I was fortunate in receiving a freely gifted complimentary copy of Mars Planetary Anthology 7, downloaded from Free Audiobook Codes previously provided to the site by the rights holder. My thanks to the proprietors of this excellent site.
If you enjoy S.F.or fantasy, are looking for new authors to follow or like to stargaze at the Red Planet, this is worth a read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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