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New Science Fiction Novel - The Art Instance By Faruk Brbovichttps://amzn.to/3Mjrxx4
Anela dreams in geometric patterns. Elysia paints corridors that shouldn't exist. When they meet in Lake Placid, the connection fractures reality itself—and opens a question neither woman is ready to answer.
They're not who they think they are. The world isn't what it appears. And something vast is closing doors behind them.
A philosophical love story about consciousness, resistance, and the act of choosing to stay human in a system built to erase you. For readers who crave the mind-bending wonder of Ted Chiang, the poetic depth of This Is How You Lose the Time War, and the metaphysical precision of Piranesi—a novel where breathing becomes an act of rebellion, and love becomes a way to keep existing.
https://www.amazon.com/Artist-Instanc...
Nov 07, 2025 08:41AM
New Sci-fi Thriller - EverHaven: A Paradise Built on Survival, Data and Deceptionhttps://amzn.to/3WGz9vR
In an age when billionaires fund the future and artificial intelligence governs progress. Everhaven was built as the ultimate promise — a sanctuary where technology ensures harmony, security, and endless prosperity. More than a city, it is a living organism: a self-sustaining paradise where longevity, health, and contentment are guaranteed, free from financial burden and sustained through flawless biometric precision. Designed to erase uncertainty, Everhaven offers its residents a life without worry — a perfect balance between human ambition and technological intelligence. But perfection comes at a cost. When irregularities in the city’s death reports begin to surface, a corporate insurer launches an internal investigation that unravels far more than financial discrepancies — it exposes a machine learning system.
AI, Billionaires, Broken Promises, and Corporate Investigations vs. Humanity
Author's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottasto...
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Dark Epic Fantasy - The Quest For Freedom By Matthew Devitthttps://amzn.to/3WyE9T1
Affer was once a peaceful planet, until a war broke out between its six inhabiting species. The humans, who were once the mightiest force on Affer, were massacred in droves, and the ones who survived the onslaught were reduced to mere slaves. The five other species divided the humans amongst themselves and returned to their respective kingdoms.
The years passed, turning into decades and centuries, without any change. Eventually, the humans had accepted their fate as slaves. All except one. Four hundred and seventy-three years later, Fletcher Rush starts his journey to free his kind...and conquer the planet.
https://www.amazon.com/Quest-Freedom-...
He wasn't chosen. There was no great prophecy stating his rise. It all started with a man determined to free his kind and become the strongest species on Affer.
Dark Epic Fantasy - Realm of the Gilded Moonshttps://amzn.to/4nz93Wh
In a world of gilded lies, blood is the only truth.
When twenty-five-year-old Eleonor experiences sleep paralysis—again—she expects the usual horror. What she doesn’t expect is the demon dragging her with him. .
Torn from London and thrown into a realm of magic, cursed forests, and a war devouring kingdoms, Eleonor should have died.
But the wheel of fate turned in an unexpected way—unleashing a chain of events the Pixies never planned for.
Orion—ruthless, feared, and bound by duty—saves her with his blood. Not out of mercy, but because something about her doesn’t make sense.
And mysteries can be dangerous.
Now trapped in a world where monsters wear crowns and angels kneel in blood, Eleonor must survive brutal politics, magic that doesn’t play fair, and assassination attempts at every turn.
But the deeper she’s pulled into the game, the clearer it becomes:
She wasn’t meant to survive.
She was meant to shatter everything.
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A portal high fantasy with rich world-building and multi-POV storytelling woven with pain and beauty.
New Dark Fantasy - Lilith Unbound: The Void Crownhttps://amzn.to/4nPb01r
In the clash of Heaven and Hell, love might be the most dangerous weapon.
Lilith has forged a throne from the darkness of exile, turning her punishment into power. Once cast out, she now rules a realm beyond Heaven’s reach, where shadow and defiance shape her destiny. But when Samael, the Morning Star himself, descends into her world, his presence ignites a transformation neither of them can control.
As fire and shadow intertwine, their alliance threatens the divine order—challenging the rigid boundaries of Heaven and Hell. Together, they unravel forbidden truths, reshape reality, and face celestial forces determined to silence them.
In this gripping tale of cosmic defiance, Lilith Unbound: The Void Crown explores the battle between fate and free will, questioning whether true power lies in obedience or the courage to create something new.
Dare to witness the rebellion that Heaven fears most—get your copy of Lilith Unbound: The Void Crown today and enter a battle where love crowns empires and defiance rewrites destiny.
https://www.amazon.com/Lilith-Unbound...
Horror Fantasy - Mother of the Fallen by J.R. MangaMother of the Fallen by J.R. Manga is a wonderfully deep and layered story that stacks elements of crime, the supernatural, and personal drama.
- READERS' FAVORITE
"HELL HAS NO FURY LIKE A MOTHER SCORNED"
Detective Garcia is plunged into a world of betrayal and darkness. Ritualistic murders are plaguing the city, and she is unknowingly linked to these phenomena. Demons are real, and they threaten the life of her son. What would a mother do to protect her child, what steps would she take to keep them safe? Natalia will have to answer these questions like any other parent, but the answers will take her down a path of blood and torment, a path she may never be able to come back from. This path may lead Natalia Garcia into the pit of Hell itself.
…….
(A detective mother faces betrayal and demonic forces to save her son’s soul.)
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Dark Urban Fantasy to Check Out - Cicero James, Miracle Workerhttps://amzn.to/4mBZplD
My name is Cicero James, and I died last Thursday.
I know how it sounds, and the rest of what I have to tell you is just going to make it worse. But it's true. I died, and I came back. And the rest of it—why it happened, what it means, and most importantly what we’re going to have to do about it—is what I need you to hear.
I’m going to start at the beginning, and I’m going to tell all of this as faithfully as possible. I’m going to try to bring you along for the ride. It’s all coming out in a rush, so if I don’t tell it quite right, or if I muff a word or use bad grammar or something, try not to hold it against me.
And if I don’t manage to convince you… I understand. No harm, no foul, no hard feelings. This is all insane to anyone who hasn't lived it.
But if you're in, then you’re in, and here we go.
Author Website http:/www.halemerson.com
Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Cicero-James-M...
Cicero James is the story of a Miracle Worker, his death, and his subsequent (illegal) resurrection.
New Dystopian Novel to Check Out - Eden: The Final Solutionhttps://amzn.to/4maGf5M
FREE on Kindle Unlimited
What happens when those in power write the rules meant to limit their own authority?
In the year 2054, a miracle pill called Jouvence promises vitality for the sedentary masses—until its fatal side effects transform pleasure into death. By 4029, Homo sapiens have been replaced by Homo convertibilis, whose scientists seek guidance from the sacred political texts of the “founding father.” But beneath the veneer of progress lies a brutal truth: Earth has been reshaped into an Eden for the few, while infertility, persecution, and engineered extinction threaten humanity’s survival.
Gripping, provocative, and chillingly prescient, Eden: The Final Solution is a dystopian tour de force that challenges the limits of progress, morality and reimagine the Orwellian dystopia, shaped by the excesses and anxieties of our time. Fans of Brave New World and 1984 will find themselves enthralled—and terrified—by this haunting vision of the future.
Are you ready to question progress, morality, and the price of survival? Get your copy today and step into a world as haunting as it is unforgettable.
https://www.amazon.com/Eden-Final-Sol...
New Greek Mythical Action Fantasy - Gladiatrixhttps://amzn.to/4gQ9k4m
Already a #1 New Release on Amazon
The spotlight of the arena fades as a teenage gladiator battles mythical beasts to prove she's more than just a star.
In an alternate Ancient Rome where gladiators are more like wrestlers and every battle is choreographed to perfection, Atalanta reigns supreme as the queen bee of the arena. Known for her dazzling performances and unrivaled prowess, Attie is a superstar in a world where the crowd’s adoration is as crucial as victory.
But when a new gladiatrix enters the scene and goes off-script, humiliating Attie in front of a bloodthirsty crowd, her carefully curated world unravels. With her reputation in tatters and her confidence shattered, Attie embarks on a daring quest to reclaim her former glory.
Joined by a band of aspiring heroes, Attie sets out to slay an enchanted boar that has been terrorizing a nearby town. As she battles mythical creatures and faces her own fears, Attie must confront the truth about her identity and prove that she is more than just a gladiatorial spectacle.
Gladiatrix blends the legendary Greek myth of Atalanta with the vibrant, high-stakes world of gladiatorial combat and a once-beloved celebrity desperately clawing for her adoration back.
Join Atalanta on her quest to reclaim her throne and discover what it truly means to be a hero. Get your copy today and step into a world where every fight is more than just a performance.
https://www.amazon.com/Gladiatrix-Chr...
Check out this New Sports Fantasy Novel - Undisputed https://amzn.to/45aIO0P
Ladies and gentlemen, it’s now time for the main event of book publishing.
Only $.99 for a Limited Time!!
Steeped in history, the blue ribbon division has experienced some of the most awe-inspiring and exciting moments in sports. Today, in these very pages, we’ll pit the twenty greatest heavyweight boxers head-to-head to see who comes out on top.
There will be no ducking tonight. Each warrior will fight the other in a fantasy league in some of the most exciting pugilistic combat to ever be written.
Be witness to epic, non-stop action with 190 incredible fights, such as Muhammad Ali vs. Mike Tyson, Lennox Lewis vs. Riddick Bowe, George Foreman vs. Sonny Liston and Rocky Mariano vs. Joe Frazier.
So let’s lace up those gloves and start the ring walks…
An action packed fantasy boxing book where the greatest heavyweights go head-to-head
New Fantasy Adventure - Here Be Jinnhttps://amzn.to/3SOPFZt
Ancient and unknown forces have been unleashed in war-ravaged Iraq.
When Elliott Gildart decides to join an archeological dig in the drylands of northern Iraq, he expects a break from his monotonous job. But the discovery of an unusual and out-of-place megalithic platform turns exploration into a risky undertaking and leaves Elliott facing a future he’s not sure he’s prepared for.
Meanwhile, Neil Feaver and his cameraman, Jake Parvis, stumble upon their own strange developments while filming a documentary about Iraq’s ongoing civil war. Saved from imminent danger by a mysterious stranger, they soon learn that lost magic and mystical artifacts have fallen into the wrong hands. Now, everyone finds themselves caught in the crisis, involving coalition forces, Islamist militants, and enigmatic factions that have existed since the times of the Ancient Near East.
As terrifying forces align, can they prevent impending peril? Or will ancient magic be enough to turn the tides?
https://www.amazon.com/Here-Jinn-Fiel...
Fantasy - Sorcery & Sin in the Second Worldhttps://amzn.to/3HCapgJ
Rena, happily married but underwhelmed in her mundane office job, comes across a portal in her backyard. She is transported to a world beyond her imagination with warriors, dwarves, giants, armies of corpses, and magic.
Two and a half hours later, Rena’s husband Pal searches for her and ends up going through the same portal. He discovers an hour in our world is equivalent to a year in this new world and realizes Rena has been there for two and a half years. In his quest to search for Rena, he learns so much more about her and himself in this second world of sorcery, sex, love, and adventure.
Get your copy today and step into the portal and discover a world of warriors, dwarves, and magic - where time plays tricks on love and adventure.
https://www.amazon.com/Sorcery-Sin-Se...
New YA Fantasy - The Reborn Hero: Tristan's Journeyhttps://amzn.to/3Sg52J3
Embark on a thrilling journey as Tristan, an anime enthusiast, gains extraordinary powers and becomes a hero in his beloved anime-inspired world.
Tristan Williams was an ordinary boy with an extraordinary love for anime. His favorite show was The Death of the Hero, which he was watching one fateful day when he choked on a piece of catfish and died. But instead of the void of the afterlife, he found himself in the green room of Heaven. God apologized for his untimely demise and offered him a second chance at life in a world similar to his favorite anime, granting him all types of magical abilities and fighting skills to become a new hero in that world.
https://www.amazon.com/REBORN-HERO-TR...
Sci-Fantasy - A Memory of Things to Comehttps://amzn.to/40uYObW
A secret war rages on our planet, hidden just below the thin veneer of our society. An existential battle between mankind and demons being, fought by brave men and women who struggle to protect us from a foe we’re almost entirely ignorant of.
This is their story, and that of how a young group of friends were drawn into the conflict and how they could change everything.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CLK5...
A desperate war rages between mankind and demons in a fight for dominance and survival.
Sci-fi Action Thriller for Review - Phoenix Risinghttps://amzn.to/3NTInA5
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Phoenix Rising
By Mark T. Wellington
Publisher: Wellington Publishing
Published Date: May 13, 2023
Paperback ISBN: 9798988346807
Genres: Action, Adventure, Techno-Thriller, Suspense, Sci-Fi, Military Thriller, Conspiracy
Unveiling the latest sensation in the world of Short Form Novels: Phoenix Rising by Mark T. Wellington!
This high-octane, adrenaline-pumping thriller will transport you to the year 2035, where mind-controlled space-age drones reign supreme, and one man's quest to save the world takes an intensely personal turn.
Immerse yourself in the gripping story of Tony Simmons, a fearless Air Force major with the extraordinary ability to control three of the most powerful drones ever created - the Devastators. When his family is kidnapped, and he finds himself betrayed and hunted, Tony is forced to push his powers to the limit in a desperate race against time.
Phoenix Rising is the perfect embodiment of the Short Form Novel, delivering a relentless, fast-paced narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Mark T. Wellington masterfully weaves a tale of suspense, intrigue, and heart-stopping action, combining futuristic technology and geopolitical complexities with raw, human emotions.
In this compact literary masterpiece, every page is packed with tension, danger, and unexpected twists, as Tony navigates the treacherous world of betrayal, espionage, and simmering romantic tension with his colleague, Adrianne. As the line between reality and fabrication blurs, Tony must unravel the shocking truth behind the conspiracy that threatens his life and the safety of his family.
Don't miss out on this exhilarating new addition to the Short Form Novel revolution! Grab your copy of Phoenix Rising today and join Tony Simmons as he battles insurmountable odds to save his family and uncover the sinister truth that lies beneath the surface. Are you ready for the ride of your life?
Science Fiction Reviewers Wanted - Dimensional Transfer https://amzn.to/44dzojS
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Dimensional Transfer
The Battle for Planet Earth
By Darwin Jefferson
In the year 2035, humanity faces an impending invasion from a species located three-hundred light years away from Earth. Unknowing to the Earth’s leadership and their militaries, a race of war fascists called the Mortellas Alliance had moved into a space sector on a moon near Mars, bringing them within striking distance from the planet Earth. Their mission was to conduct surveillance on the Earth. At the same time, their military and scientists collectively worked to develop an unknown secret weapon intended to be used to exterminate the inhabitants of the Earth.
The story follows Colonel Raymond Adams, the Commander of the Earth’s first interstellar spacecraft code-named Gulliver. The vessel was designed from blueprints received through secret transmissions sent to American President Henry Nelson from a peaceful race called the Terrennians. The Terrennians provided the Earth’s leadership with advance warning of the impending invasion from the Mortellas Alliance along with coordinates of the location of their secret military base on the outer moon of Mars.
The Gulliver’s spacecraft was named after the fictional character Gulliver, who explored unknown lands and encountered strange and fascinating creatures. The Space Command chose the name to signify the spirit of exploration and discovery that the Gulliver spacecraft represented in the eyes of the American people and the World.
The crew of the Gulliver was carefully selected and trained for years to ensure they were fully prepared and mentally tested for the most crucial mission in the Earth’s history. The Gulliver crew members were some of the finest astronauts ever selected for the NASA space program and the best in their chosen specialties and fields. The Pentagon’s and NASA leaderships believed the Gulliver’s Commander and crew members could be the key to the survival of Earth and humanity.
I invite you to travel with Colonel Raymond Adams and the crew of the Gulliver interstellar spacecraft as they bridge numerous obstacles, battle the Mortellas Alliance, and forge new alliances while building a solid and cohesive team.
Jun 14, 2023 08:21AM
Dystopian / Apocalyptic Fiction For Review - Echoes of the Dark Sun: A Kerrigan's Questhttps://amzn.to/43DptEc
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Echoes of the Dark Sun: A Kerrigan's Quest
By Joseph Sackett
Echoes of the Dark Sun: A Kerrigan's Quest" is the first installment in the "Dark Skies: A Kerrigan Survival Saga." It sets the stage for a post-apocalyptic world brought to its knees by an EMP attack. In this world devoid of electronics, law, and order, the Kerrigan family finds themselves thrust into a desperate battle for survival.
John Kerrigan, an ex-Navy SEAL, uses his training and instincts to keep his family safe in the face of dire circumstances. His wife, Mary, provides the emotional strength, their daughter, Emily, embodies resilience, and their son, Max, the spirit of hope. Together, they navigate through the initial days of the EMP aftermath, facing challenges like scarce food, dwindling water supplies, a neighborhood sliding into anarchy, and the relentless threat of violence.
As the neighborhood descends into chaos, the Kerrigan's find themselves locked in a deadly struggle to secure their home and resources. The family endures heartbreaking losses and unimaginable choices, each event shaping their journey and testing their resolve.
Throughout the book, readers are drawn into the visceral reality of a world plunged into darkness, the tension escalating with each chapter. The family's journey from their suburban home to the wilderness, their encounters with fellow survivors, and their relentless quest for a haven of safety and community form the crux of their story.
"Echoes of the Dark Sun: A Kerrigan's Quest" is more than a story of survival. It's a testament to the power of family, resilience, and hope in the face of overwhelming adversity. It leaves readers on the edge of their seats, eager to follow the Kerrigan's on their harrowing journey through the dark skies of their new reality.
Jun 07, 2023 10:36AM
New Sci-fi Space Opera For Review - Saturn's Light: Voices from the Pasthttps://amzn.to/42tqOvC
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Saturn's Light: Voices from the Past
By R.E.H.
Independently Published
May 25, 2023
ISBN: 9781399945264
Genre: Science Fiction / Space Opera
Journey to Saturn, a planet shrouded in secrets, and embark on a high-stakes escape from a relentless tyrant in this captivating sci-fi saga.
The second biggest planet in the Terran solar system has always been a mystery to scientists, astronomers, and to the people living on Earth. With its massive hexagon-shaped crown, an infinity of ice rings, and a family of moons, what secrets does this planet hold beneath its clouds of toxic gases?
Forced to flee their home planet, Jen and Kyle escape through powerful portal technology they have invented. Pursuing them is a tyrant emperor from a neighboring star system who will stop at nothing to get his hands on the portal technology.
Sci-fi Thriller for Review- The Dawn of AIhttps://amzn.to/3MuafLw
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The Dawn of AI
By Ryan LeKodak
One malfunction… Millions dead… The search for answers begins… Will the rise of AI, be the fall of civilization?
In the year 2040, the world's transportation is dominated by a highly advanced artificial intelligence system.
However, this seemingly perfect technology collapses, resulting in catastrophic disasters and the loss of millions of lives worldwide.
The disaster is dubbed Mayday, and its aftermath affects everyone. But was it simply a malfunction, or is there a more nefarious agenda at work? Who is accountable for the mass slaughter, and why was it carried out?
Post-Apocalyptic Sci-fi Adventure - For Review - Johnny Apocalypse and the Nuclear Wasteland
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May 11, 2023 07:47AM
Post-Apocalyptic Sci-fi Adventure - For Review - Johnny Apocalypse and the Nuclear Wastelandhttps://amzn.to/3O4L1o6
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Johnny Apocalypse and the Nuclear Wasteland
By Mark Robijn
Publisher: Blue Forge Press
Published May 17, 2019
ISBN: 9781590927403
Post-apocalyptic sci-fi
A thrilling tale of survival set in a world ravaged by nuclear war…
A hundred years have passed since the devastation, and the once-great cities of the world have become nothing more than crumbling ruins. In this untamed and dangerous landscape, fifteen-year-old Johnny Apocalypse and his people struggle to stay alive amidst the chaos.
In a world where evil men and ferocious beasts roam the streets, every day is a fight for survival. Johnny and his fellow survivors must navigate treacherous terrain, scavenge for food and water, and defend themselves against any and all threats. But when a new danger emerges that threatens everything they hold dear, Johnny must muster all his strength and courage to protect his people.
From the ashes of destruction, a hero will rise.
With gripping action, heart-pumping suspense, and unforgettable characters, "Johnny Apocalypse and the Nuclear Wasteland" is a must-read for fans of post-apocalyptic fiction.
