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Worlds of Adventure #2
WORLDS OF ADVENTURE – ISSUE 2
Fall into seven tales of speculative wonder in this second e-zine from T Spec Fiction!
RUNNER'S ALLIANCE
Al Thibeaux
A corporate informant tries to complete a dangerous mission, but is hunted mercilessly by a skilled bounty hunter. When the inevitable confrontation comes—who will be the survivor?
ADVENTURE FOR TWO
Al Thibeaux
A book of fairy tales inspires a young shepherd to leave his dull village in search of adventure—but a legendary dragon stands in his way.
THE AIM HIGH
Tor Thibeaux
When the crew of the star cruiser Aim High decides to salvage a deserted cargo ship, first officer Saska is less enthusiastic – especially when she starts to hear and see things.
STAR HARVEST
Tor Thibeaux
When ten-year-old Carrie gets the opportunity she’s been waiting for - a chance to help in the yearly harvest of blue stars – she is over the moon with excitement. But when disaster strikes and her family’s life is endangered, can Carrie save them?
To A Better Time
Al Thibeaux
In an atmospheric reimagining of the story of King Arthur, a bard saves the son of his dead master by fleeing into an enchanted wood—encountering a mysterious stranger that may hold the very key to the future.
Raid On The Zone — Part 2
Tor Thibeaux
With her father gone to buy parts, Cre is left to defend the family oil field from packs of ferrals. Cre had taken all the precautions she can, but will she be able to save the zone, as the night and the ferrals close in?
THE TRENT AND FEATHERSTONE JOURNALS — EPISODE 2
Tor Thibeaux
With their vacation on Venus concluded, Cordelia and Blanche are ready to journey home to Mars. But when an acquaintance asks them to transport a shipment back to Mars, the two cousins find themselves responsible for a strange and delicate cargo.
Whether it’s the eerie and chilling discoveries in an Arthurian forest, the tense peril of a young girl participating in her first star harvest, or the misadventures of two Victorian ladies and their escapades through space, T Spec’s second issue has a story for everyone.
RUNNER'S ALLIANCE
Al Thibeaux
A corporate informant tries to complete a dangerous mission, but is hunted mercilessly by a skilled bounty hunter. When the inevitable confrontation comes—who will be the survivor?
ADVENTURE FOR TWO
Al Thibeaux
A book of fairy tales inspires a young shepherd to leave his dull village in search of adventure—but a legendary dragon stands in his way.
THE AIM HIGH
Tor Thibeaux
When the crew of the star cruiser Aim High decides to salvage a deserted cargo ship, first officer Saska is less enthusiastic – especially when she starts to hear and see things.
STAR HARVEST
Tor Thibeaux
When ten-year-old Carrie gets the opportunity she’s been waiting for - a chance to help in the yearly harvest of blue stars – she is over the moon with excitement. But when disaster strikes and her family’s life is endangered, can Carrie save them?
To A Better Time
Al Thibeaux
In an atmospheric reimagining of the story of King Arthur, a bard saves the son of his dead master by fleeing into an enchanted wood—encountering a mysterious stranger that may hold the very key to the future.
Raid On The Zone — Part 2
Tor Thibeaux
With her father gone to buy parts, Cre is left to defend the family oil field from packs of ferrals. Cre had taken all the precautions she can, but will she be able to save the zone, as the night and the ferrals close in?
THE TRENT AND FEATHERSTONE JOURNALS — EPISODE 2
Tor Thibeaux
With their vacation on Venus concluded, Cordelia and Blanche are ready to journey home to Mars. But when an acquaintance asks them to transport a shipment back to Mars, the two cousins find themselves responsible for a strange and delicate cargo.
Whether it’s the eerie and chilling discoveries in an Arthurian forest, the tense peril of a young girl participating in her first star harvest, or the misadventures of two Victorian ladies and their escapades through space, T Spec’s second issue has a story for everyone.
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Published October 25, 2020
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December 16, 2020
So . . . I might have mentioned to you that my sisters and I launched OUR VERY OWN E-ZINE?
Well, Issue 2 is finally out in the world and I couldn't be more excited!
T Spec Fiction is a quarterly e-zine dedicated to creating clean speculative fiction for YA and MG readers (though adults and most middle graders would enjoy it, too!) You can find out more at our new website T SPEC FICTION.
Note: This e-zine is also the launch of my new pen name, Al Thibeaux, so if you are wondering who that is on the website, that's me. My older sister is Tor and my twin is Jaq.
MY REVIEWS:
Runner’s Alliance: This is one of my stories, so I might be a tad prejudiced, but I really enjoyed writing this setting and I’m a sucker for twist endings.
Adventure For Two: I am pretty attached to this one. When I finished writing this story, I found myself wanting to go on adventure with the main characters of my own yarn. This is a tribute to the old-fashioned and charming little adventure stories we read as children that blend thoughtful narration with cute characters. Hope you enjoy!
The Aim High: Get ready to chew your nails for this one – my sister hit it out of the ball park with this creepy and suspenseful tale. When a sassy crew tries to salvage a ghost ship – WEIRD THINGS HAPPEN. I love this atmospheric tale and the little glimpses we get of this quirky trio.
Star Harvest: Harvest. Time. In. Space. HARVESTING STARS. Do I really need to say anything more? Oh, except to add that it’s a brother and sister story and I absolutely love it.
To A Better Time: Raise your hand if you like ARTHURIAN LEGENDS. I do, and I had a smashing good time writing this one. I really wanted to do something new with these tales and combine them in a unique way and I’m pretty pleased with the results, if I do say so myself. Think Rosemary Sutcliff . . . plus . . . time travel.
Night Raid On The Zone – Part 2: CRE AND HER ADORABLE ANIMALS ARE BACK IN ONE RIP-ROARING AND EXCITING CONCLUSIVE. I love this world my sister has created so much. Again, I have to say, until this moment I never thought I would want a pet lizard – BUT HERE WE ARE.
Trent and Featherstone Episode 2 – Hatching A Side Job: CORDELIA AND BLANCHE ARE ICONS, I’M TELLING YOU. COMPLETE ICONS. Every single episode of Trent and Featherstone just gets better and better. I am utterly enamored with this plucky pair and their mad adventures that have a tendency to involve chaos and get-rich-quick schemes. I think you’ll find the play-on of this title “Hatching A Side Job” a particularly diverting subject…. :)
Note: If you want to check out the official blurbs where a little more detail is shared about the stories within - just check out the Goodreads listing!
CONTENT GUIDE:This is an e-zine dedicated to clean fiction, so there is no sex, swearing, or gore. Adventure For Two falls easily under a G rating and I would rate the other stories in this e-zine PG for action, peril, and thematic elements (think monsters).
In conclusion, it is my deepest hope that you enjoy the next issue of T Spec Fiction. Thanks for reading!
Well, Issue 2 is finally out in the world and I couldn't be more excited!
T Spec Fiction is a quarterly e-zine dedicated to creating clean speculative fiction for YA and MG readers (though adults and most middle graders would enjoy it, too!) You can find out more at our new website T SPEC FICTION.
Note: This e-zine is also the launch of my new pen name, Al Thibeaux, so if you are wondering who that is on the website, that's me. My older sister is Tor and my twin is Jaq.
MY REVIEWS:
Runner’s Alliance: This is one of my stories, so I might be a tad prejudiced, but I really enjoyed writing this setting and I’m a sucker for twist endings.
Adventure For Two: I am pretty attached to this one. When I finished writing this story, I found myself wanting to go on adventure with the main characters of my own yarn. This is a tribute to the old-fashioned and charming little adventure stories we read as children that blend thoughtful narration with cute characters. Hope you enjoy!
The Aim High: Get ready to chew your nails for this one – my sister hit it out of the ball park with this creepy and suspenseful tale. When a sassy crew tries to salvage a ghost ship – WEIRD THINGS HAPPEN. I love this atmospheric tale and the little glimpses we get of this quirky trio.
Star Harvest: Harvest. Time. In. Space. HARVESTING STARS. Do I really need to say anything more? Oh, except to add that it’s a brother and sister story and I absolutely love it.
To A Better Time: Raise your hand if you like ARTHURIAN LEGENDS. I do, and I had a smashing good time writing this one. I really wanted to do something new with these tales and combine them in a unique way and I’m pretty pleased with the results, if I do say so myself. Think Rosemary Sutcliff . . . plus . . . time travel.
Night Raid On The Zone – Part 2: CRE AND HER ADORABLE ANIMALS ARE BACK IN ONE RIP-ROARING AND EXCITING CONCLUSIVE. I love this world my sister has created so much. Again, I have to say, until this moment I never thought I would want a pet lizard – BUT HERE WE ARE.
Trent and Featherstone Episode 2 – Hatching A Side Job: CORDELIA AND BLANCHE ARE ICONS, I’M TELLING YOU. COMPLETE ICONS. Every single episode of Trent and Featherstone just gets better and better. I am utterly enamored with this plucky pair and their mad adventures that have a tendency to involve chaos and get-rich-quick schemes. I think you’ll find the play-on of this title “Hatching A Side Job” a particularly diverting subject…. :)
Note: If you want to check out the official blurbs where a little more detail is shared about the stories within - just check out the Goodreads listing!
CONTENT GUIDE:This is an e-zine dedicated to clean fiction, so there is no sex, swearing, or gore. Adventure For Two falls easily under a G rating and I would rate the other stories in this e-zine PG for action, peril, and thematic elements (think monsters).
In conclusion, it is my deepest hope that you enjoy the next issue of T Spec Fiction. Thanks for reading!
November 4, 2020
The latest issue of T Spec Fiction does not disappoint!! The Thibeaux sisters continue to deliver adrenaline-packed adventures with a fresh, bracing note of moral responsibility.
"Runners' Alliance"--strongly reminiscent of The Mandalorian! I definitely enjoyed this one!
"Adventure for Two"--reminded me of a children's storybook come to life, cheerful pastel-colored illustrations and all. There's a strong theme of unlikely friendship pairs in all of these stories, and "Adventure for Two" is perhaps the clearest example.
"The Aim High"--without a doubt, MY FAVORITE adventure in this whole issue. The minute the story opened, the minute I was thrown into the setting of this eerie, silent ship whose passengers and crew have all disappeared--hoooooooooooooooo, boy. I am OBSESSED with "The Mary Celeste," and this was so strongly a call-back to the Mary Celeste mystery while still being entirely its own thing with its own sassy, spunky characters, there's no way I couldn't love it. And I did. A++++.
"Star Harvest"--delightful imagery (harvesting tiny blue stars for their energy??? yes please???) and an absolutely heartwarming brother-sister character arc. I Love.
"To A Better Time"--one of the most unique pieces I have ever read, and I do not bestow that description lightly. It's King Arthur, in Roman Britain, but it's also a full-on science fiction time travel aesthetic with electric gadgets 'n stuff. Just, read it. You won't be disappointed.
"Raid On the Zone: Part Two"--A most satisfactory conclusion to Cre's adventure with her talking animal pals! *hugs them all*
"The Trent-Featherstone Journals, Episode Two"--CORDELIA IS MEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE, also, I will never look at eggs the same way again. *shudders slightly* I've said it before and I'll say it again: Cordelia and Blanche's exploits thoroughly deserve their own TV show. Victorian ladies in space!!! Tell me how you could possibly top that!!! I nominate Haley Atwell as Blanche and Anna Maxwell-Martin as Cordelia.
I love how clean and appropriate T Spec Fiction always is; I let my baby sister read along with me with zero qualms. Truly, there's something here to entertain everyone in your family.
"Runners' Alliance"--strongly reminiscent of The Mandalorian! I definitely enjoyed this one!
"Adventure for Two"--reminded me of a children's storybook come to life, cheerful pastel-colored illustrations and all. There's a strong theme of unlikely friendship pairs in all of these stories, and "Adventure for Two" is perhaps the clearest example.
"The Aim High"--without a doubt, MY FAVORITE adventure in this whole issue. The minute the story opened, the minute I was thrown into the setting of this eerie, silent ship whose passengers and crew have all disappeared--hoooooooooooooooo, boy. I am OBSESSED with "The Mary Celeste," and this was so strongly a call-back to the Mary Celeste mystery while still being entirely its own thing with its own sassy, spunky characters, there's no way I couldn't love it. And I did. A++++.
"Star Harvest"--delightful imagery (harvesting tiny blue stars for their energy??? yes please???) and an absolutely heartwarming brother-sister character arc. I Love.
"To A Better Time"--one of the most unique pieces I have ever read, and I do not bestow that description lightly. It's King Arthur, in Roman Britain, but it's also a full-on science fiction time travel aesthetic with electric gadgets 'n stuff. Just, read it. You won't be disappointed.
"Raid On the Zone: Part Two"--A most satisfactory conclusion to Cre's adventure with her talking animal pals! *hugs them all*
"The Trent-Featherstone Journals, Episode Two"--CORDELIA IS MEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE, also, I will never look at eggs the same way again. *shudders slightly* I've said it before and I'll say it again: Cordelia and Blanche's exploits thoroughly deserve their own TV show. Victorian ladies in space!!! Tell me how you could possibly top that!!! I nominate Haley Atwell as Blanche and Anna Maxwell-Martin as Cordelia.
I love how clean and appropriate T Spec Fiction always is; I let my baby sister read along with me with zero qualms. Truly, there's something here to entertain everyone in your family.
June 6, 2021
While I've enjoyed all three issues of T Spec Fiction so far, I have to say my two favorite stories overall are here in Issue 2. "Aim High"—is it just me or are there strong Wreck of the Mary Deare vibes about this one? The Mary Deare with an action sci-fi twist, tight and suspenseful with a streak of wry humor. And then "To a Better Time"—an Arthurian retelling that is beautiful and yet so difficult to briefly sum up in a review that I can only encourage you to read it.
September 21, 2023
A great collection of short adventures in sci-fi and fantasy settings.
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