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Wenn du die ersten beiden Fragen mit Ja beantwortet hast, dann ist dies das richtige Buch für dich. Wenn du die dritte Frage mit "Ja" beantwortet hast, nun ja... meine Mutter lehrte mich, nicht gemein zu den Leuten zu sein... auch wenn sie es verdient haben!

Formed from cold steel and superpowered computing brains, these gigantic tanks with the firepower of an entire army have been the decisive factors in interplanetary battle. But are humans worthy of the extraordinary instruments of war that they have created? Are the Worldbreakers the greatest protector of human liberty, or its worst threat?

For Sci-Fi and fantasy enthusiasts who want to escape to unknown worlds.

With their spacecraft, the Delorean, parked nearby, Dan and Jefke embarked on a new adventure, their destiny once again intertwined with the mysterious forces of the Flux. Little did they know that their journey would take them to uncharted worlds, facing new challenges, and uncovering secrets that would reshape the very foundation of their understanding.

In a floating city of the future, a mother comes to grips with a harsh reality as she faces a difficult decision. Rich with imagery and imagination, this story proves that the final frontier is neither in space nor in the ocean, but in the depths of the human heart.

Sure, men fight for their beliefs, their country, and their ways of life. And often times the battles are hard fought and devastating. But more often than not, the outcome is decided by who has the better gear.

Named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Clifford D. Simak was a preeminent voice during the decades that established science fiction as a genre to be reckoned with. Held in the same esteem as fellow luminaries Isaac Asimov, Robert A. Heinlein, and Ray Bradbury, his novels continue to enthrall today's audiences. And his short fiction is still as gripping and surprising now as when it first entertained an entire generation of fans.

Open the Writers of the Future and be carried away by stories—and illustrations—that will make you think, make you laugh, and make you see the world in ways you never imagined. Twelve captivating tales from the best new writers of the year as selected by Writers of the Future Contest judges accompanied by three more from L. Ron Hubbard, Nancy Kress, S.M. Stirling.

Der Kraya Kalin kann es nicht fassen. Dacan Gor DaVitt hat seinen Tod vorgetäuscht und lebt auf der Erde in Finnland? Kalin muss die Wahrheit erfahren und fliegt heimlich dorthin. Doch statt auf Dacan, trifft er auf Aira. Eine äußerst wehrhafte Menschenfrau, die ihn gleich bei ihrer ersten Begegnung überrumpelt und gefangen nimmt. Als Dacan endlich auftaucht, kann Kalin die Wahrheit kaum glauben. Ebenso wenig wie die Gefühle, die er plötzlich für das Alien Aira empfindet. Denn nichts anderes ist dieser Mensch für ihn. Oder sollte es sein...

Nachdem er Katrine gerettet, sich in einen manalosen Zustand versiegelt und gegen die gefährlichste Bestienflut verteidigt hat, die die Welt je gesehen hat, hat John nur eines im Sinn. Zu heiraten und in die Flitterwochen zu gehen. Ach ja, und einen Weg zu finden, die Welt zusammenzuhalten.

The New Mythic: the new voice of 21st century speculative fiction. An all-new anthology of chilling horror, apocalyptic science fiction and awe-inspiring fantasy, by an award winning ensemble of international writers.

A coffee is more than just a morning pick-me-up; it's a journey. A journey that starts with a humble coffee cherry, like Kikti, who lives in the lush hills of Ethiopia. Kikti is a special coffee cherry. She loves the feel of the wind blowing on her skin, the sound of birds singing in the trees, and the warmth of the sun. But Kikti is also concerned about climate change and other threats that coffee farmers face. One day, from her hometown in Ethiopia, Kikti is harvested alongside her friend Mulu and taken to a bustling city, where she is processed before being transported to faraway places.

Dylan Kline, salesman extraordinaire, eyes Saturn's moons as his ultimate cosmic jackpot. As global attention turns towards the first launch of the billionaire's ambitious project, the stakes could hardly be higher. Kline's advanced rocketry has finally enabled heavy long-distance transit, opening up a new frontier of unimaginable revenue opportunities.

Quattro splendidi racconti del pluripremiato autore Richard Larson vengono pubblicati per la prima volta in italiano insieme alla versione originale inglese: Fate la conoscenza de La ragazza fantasma e del suo guardiano artificiale in una discarica di Bujumbura. Festeggiate insieme a degli edonisti post-umani in “Facciamolo virale.” Scoprite cosa succede a un prodigio del basket quando si rifiuta di essere “Reticolato.” E guardate un ragazzo legarsi al fantasma digitale di suo nonno in “Il ritorno.”

E. E. Isherwood presents Books 1-3 of the Neighborhood Watch series.

Light, Laugh, and Human Folly is a collection of novellas centered around anti-heroes living in a society that makes a straight road to success impossible. Alexander Belyaev’s reality-set stories with a touch of science fiction are chillingly close to home. They present the listener with scenarios that are very plausible and easy to imagine witnessing in today’s world. Instead of introducing a traditional hero, who comes and saves the world, Belyaev centers his narrative around individuals who are not only far from heroic but are decidedly unlikable at times.

In this audio, lies 11 short stories of horror and science fiction, of old gods and new gods. Be it on a sinking cruise ship whose passengers have been influenced by an ancient stowaway, or a soft drink marketing board room as they genetically engineer a new spokesperson, you will travel the world and experience the insanity that arises when the human mind is given over to a force greater than itself.

Die Reisenden erreichen ihr Ziel. Der Kreis schließt sich. Und die Welt endet. Heute // Hier. Professor Chomskys Probleme nehmen neue Dimensionen an, als die Welt auf ihr Ende zutaumelt. Sarah Barrett hat einen ungewöhnlichen, nächtlichen Besucher. Morrow erfährt endlich, wer sie ist und was alles zu bedeuten hat, und sie muss eine schwierige Entscheidung treffen. Doch dazu muss sie zunächst lernen, Wahrheit von Lüge zu unterscheiden, und Freund von Feind. Heute // Dort. Ein zynischer Fremder taucht vor den Toren von Morgans Burg auf und fordert den König zu einem Duell auf Leben und Tod heraus.

A mutated rabies virus is sweeping through the world’s dog population, and no one is safe. With over 90 million domestic and tens of millions more wild and feral dogs in the United States, Rabies 2.0 is about to unleash hell. The infected animals aren’t just rabid, they have mutated into ugly, insatiable, and very large killing machines and Captain Crowley is about to lead a team into an overrun town to rescue a group of civilians trapped in a school.

Things In The Water: A science experiment goes terribly wrong, transforming a peaceful beachfront home into the most dangerous place on Earth. As the shadows grow darker, evil lurks beneath the surface.