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Featured Sci-fi: Broken Glass (The Glass Complex Book 1) by John Hindmarsh

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Featured Sci-fi: Broken Glass (The Glass Complex Book 1) by John Hindmarsh

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Betrayed by his own, hunted by his enemy, he’ll rewrite the fate of his planet.

A small planet, its wealth hidden – or so they thought; peaceful, but ready to defend and fight for what is theirs. They call it Homeworld.

Disaster comes in the form of treachery.

One of their own betrays his people and the planet is attacked for its natural resources. The ruling family leads the fight back, but most are killed or captured.

Steg de Coeur, directed by The Glass Complex, an ancient and self-aware computer network, flees the planet. He gradually learns of his ability to communicate with computers, friendly, hostile, or alien. It’s a powerful gift.

He is pursued by false warrants and traitorous Imperial forces.

They want his death. He wants his revenge.

The Glass Complex is a series of action-packed adventures in space. If you like interspecies intrigue, space opera, military sci-fi, and a touch of fantasy, then you’ll love this intergalactic space opera.

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Featured Sci-fi: Wayward Stars (Intrepid Saga Book 1) by Tim Rangnow

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Featured Sci-fi: Wayward Stars (Intrepid Saga Book 1) by Tim Rangnow

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Captain Lyle Kerrigan leads Earth’s inaugural colony ship, Intrepid, on a historic mission that holds the dreams of five hundred hopeful colonists. Battling challenges beyond the vastness of space, Kerrigan must ensure the safety of his diverse crew.

Amidst the monotony of her duties, Chief Petty Officer Alina Ballard’s life takes an unexpected turn after a mysterious alien encounter. Thrust into a role she never anticipated, Alina must navigate challenges that test not only her skills but also her understanding of the universe.

For seasoned political consultant Paine Wingate, the journey to the new colony was envisioned as a stepping stone to a future governorship. However, as the unexpected unfolds on the outskirts of our solar system, Wingate grapples with the realization that true leadership surpasses political gamesmanship.

Wayward Stars is a gripping tale of exploration, survival, and the indomitable human spirit. As Intrepid hurtles towards the unknown, the crew must unite against a cosmic mystery that defies their every expectation. The destiny of humanity hangs in the balance as they embark on a journey that will redefine their understanding of the cosmos.

Featured Sci-fi: The Dark Lady by Mike Resnick

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Featured Sci-fi: The Dark Lady by Mike Resnick

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An alien art expert is caught in a dangerous hunt for an enigmatic beauty in this science fiction classic by a five-time Hugo Award–winning author.

For thousands of years the Dark Lady has appeared in portraits across the galaxy, but very little is known about her. She wears only black. She has been seen by many but known by few. And if you do see her, it will be after you’ve taken your last breath . . .

Alien art historian Leonardo has seen paintings of the Dark Lady before and sees her image again when he comes to work at a human art gallery. There he meets a wealthy old collector who hires him to track down portraits of the mysterious woman. However, Leonardo is not alone in his search. There’s an art thief out to make some money, and a man desperate to see the model herself in the flesh.Legend says that the Dark Lady summons men to great deeds or to their demise. As Leonardo’s search begins, his obsession with the woman grows. She will either be the key to his salvation or his destruction . . .

Featured Sci-fi: Dark Space by Jasper T Scott

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Featured Sci-fi: Dark Space by Jasper T Scott

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HUMANITY IS DEFEATED
Ten years ago the Sythians invaded the galaxy with one goal: to wipe out the human race.

THEY ARE HIDING
Now the survivors are hiding in the last human sector of the galaxy: Dark Space—once a place of exile for criminals, now the last refuge of mankind.

THEY ARE ISOLATED
The once galaxy-spanning Imperium of Star Systems is left guarding the gate which is the only way in or out of Dark Space—but not everyone is satisfied with their governance.

AND THEY ARE KILLING EACH OTHER
Freelancer and ex-convict Ethan Ortane is on the run. He owes crime lord Alec Brondi 10,000 sols, and his ship is badly damaged. When Brondi catches up with him, he makes an offer Ethan can’t refuse. Ethan must infiltrate and sabotage the Valiant, the Imperial Star Systems Fleet carrier which stands guarding the entrance of Dark Space, and then his debt will be cleared. While Ethan is still undecided about what he will do, he realizes that the Imperium has been lying and putting all of Dark Space at risk. Now Brondi’s plan is starting to look like a necessary evil, but before Ethan can act on it, he discovers that the real plan was much more sinister than what he was told, and he will be lucky to escape the Valiant alive. . . .

Featured Sci-fi: Ad Astra (Adventures of the Starship Satori Book 1) by Kevin McLaughlin

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Featured Sci-fi: Ad Astra (Adventures of the Starship Satori Book 1) by Kevin McLaughlin

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Exploring space was Dan Wynn’s dream, but after years of work won him a berth on the first mission to Mars, a tragic accident left him too injured for NASA’s space program.

Second chances don’t come along every day, so when an old friend offered him one, he grabbed on with both hands. Little did Dan know that simple offer was anything but! John has a secret other people will kill to learn. His discovery will change humanity’s fate forever.

Soon Dan finds himself on the moon, piloting humanity’s first starship while fighting his way through one peril after another.

The risks are vast – but given one last chance at his dream, Dan could choose no other path.

Read the exciting first novel in the bestselling Starship Satori series today, now in a special 10th anniversary edition with bonus content!

Featured Sci-fi: Destroyer (Destroyer Trilogy Book 1) by Brian G Turner

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Featured Sci-fi: Destroyer (Destroyer Trilogy Book 1) by Brian G Turner

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Hugh Howey’s SPSFC semi-finalist: “A solid piece of space opera. The confines of a spaceship made for a tense setting, and the strong characterisation and well-handled plot twists made this a winner for our judges.”

Jaigar expected to wake up after thirty years to start building a new world in another star system. Instead, he finds himself one of a handful of survivors on an abandoned colony ship.

With no food or water, and only emergency power, his first challenge is to keep everyone alive. The next is to try and solve the mystery of their situation, by figuring out what happened to the original crew and other colonists.

But Jaigar will find survival more difficult than he expects, especially when each of the other survivors has a secret that could help him – or kill him.