Welcome to issue #1 of Tevun-Krus, @Ooorah 's monthly e-zine. Herein you'll find short stories, interviews, articles and even a contest. All sorts of Science Fiction goodies, related in this case to the First Contact sub-genre.

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... 'Troopers, the @Ooorah Republic needs you. This fourth issue of Tevun-Krus faces a very real threat. With your uncanny ability to read kickass stories, reviews and articles-including the next episode of Smith & Jones-we can push back the Empire and save Earth from the wrath of Darth Khan. Beam us up, Scotty.

A baby? On a battlefield? Marcus is a clerk in the Imperial army. When he finds an abandoned baby on a battlefield, he has no idea what to do with her. His best friend is no help; he thinks Marcus is a sucker for taking the kid in. The slave who ends up babysitting the child is no better; she thinks Marcus has ulterior motives - bad ones. Not only that, but two mysterious female assassins appear on the scene. Whether they intend to harm the baby or protect her, Marcus isn't sure. It doesn't help that the assassins have magical cloaks that allow them to turn into birds at any time. Marcus and his friends soon find themselves caught up in things they doesn't understand: the child has some connection to an ancient prophecy, one that could have implications for fate of the Empire itself.

Being a female wrench assistant in Graftin Port City was difficult enough before the police came knocking at the door. Now, Nabel will need all her wits and skills to keep herself in a job and her employer hidden and out of the local dungeon. When a mafia henchman crawls up through the drain, demanding his share, she has only one option - to start firing up her tools. # 57 in short stories on April 27 and 28, 2015!

A collection of tales featuring monsters and angels, though not all appear as they truly are. Includes the story Strawberry Pickers ... There were monsters in cages on the lowest floor of the Genieworks building. Other monsters held the keys. Lina was grateful to have a job as one of the strawberry pickers, to see the sun from the sky roofs and to sometimes eat berries that were subpar. When the salary from one job was not enough, though, she had to take a second one-cleaning the laboratory in the lowest floor of Genieworks. This is a collection of short stories, flash fiction, and contest entries, but only for stories that are darkly beautiful. Enjoy! Highest ranking #81 on 6 and 7 May, 2015!

Four young Starfleet ensigns find themselves in a dilemma after bringing an alien from a pre-warp civilization onto their starship. They know they've broken the prime directive - is there any way they can manage to stay out of trouble?

(Oh lord this book. Good luck.) First book in the 'Forbidden Flames' series! A twisted cliche where the boy really IS bad. His name; Isaac Cohan. Your every fear since childhood wrapped into one big living nightmare. Her name; Maisie Mayfield. The very embodiment of rainbows and butterflies wrapped into one big, sparkly, yellow, innocent bow. She gets more than she bargains for. He becomes more than he wishes for. Together they bring destruction upon everything they both thought they knew. Nothing can prepare them for the outcome; a star-crossed love that... Well, you'll see. ................. WARNING: This is not your typical dark love story where the guy controls/abuses the girl and just completely dominates over her. The two main characters are equally strong in each their own way --they both have their own flaws as well. Don't expect a story where the guy is a big asshat because I can guarantee that you will fall madly in love with Isaac without him needing to put Maisie down. However, that being said, there's a lot more to this book than the romance aspect. If you're looking for an easy read where the two come together slowly and in the end have their final realization of love for each other... Turn back now. Imagine a book series inspired by Romeo & Juliet then take that and twist it into something completely unrecognizable. You are not ready for the madness that is this series if you're looking for love that easily overcomes all. Upon opening the pages to this book you will find diabolical plans of destruction, turns of events that will make your heart ache, and surprises that make your head turn in suspense. Enter at your own risk! Started July 2015 Posted online Sept 20th 2015 - 100+ votes (oct 14, 2015) 1k! (Dec 2, 2015) - 100+ votes a chapter (dec 6, 2015) - #250 Paranormal Hot List (oct 14, 2015) #94 !!(nov 8, 2015) #55!!!(nov 9, 2015) - 1k reads (oct 26, 2015) 9k (Jan 2016) ***Beautiful cover by @Spite- ! Isn't it awesome?***

Innocence is subjective, and power always has its price--so his elders told him. Silas Blane is destined for greatness. Born into an elite family with many skeletons in the closet, he learns to harness his inherent shamanic powers and finds purpose in the Old Ways of his ancestors. As he turns fifteen, Silas walks a treacherous edge between love and expectation and discovers the fragility of desire. Nothing is what it seems in a universe where power is fleeting, and enemies close their grasp around the last hope of the free worlds. Vintage science fiction, retro-futurism, and space opera blend in this decopunk drama. Here we have chromed fusion rockets, spooky secret societies, shamanic bone oracles, robots for every occasion, and a perilous, affluent world which hails to "Downton Abbey" and "Dynasty". The 'unofficial' trailer for the series: https://youtu.be/jces9f8i6zA *** Episode 1: "Arrivals and Rivals" received an Honorable Mention in SciKick's Starter Competition 3/2/16! "You've got a way with words and an ability to describe a scene that makes us feel like we were there. Good luck with your work." BookShelfBattle "Honestly, this is one of the best, most riveting and complex stories I've come across in some time..." RebelDynasty "Great chapter! Dialogue is completely natural. Great reveal. I love that you deliver such strong imagery and tone without anything flowery. Love this so far!" OtherEvilTwin Contains violence, occult themes, sexuality, and dark situations.

❧❧WINNER OF THE WATTYS 2016 for VORACIOUS READS ❧❧ An invisible enemy. A deadly virus. A human hacker and a Werewolf alpha are their only hope. That's if they don't kill each other first. When Parker Johnson, a top security specialist, is called in to help track down the architects behind a genetically engineered virus, she doesn't hesitate. Even if it means working with Daniel Locke, the icy Alpha Commander who she had the misfortune of pissing off. Big time. Fierce, powerful, and determined, Daniel has spent his whole life defending those he loves. But this time the enemy is invisible, and everywhere. An enemy that could destroy his entire race. The last thing he needs is a curvy, brunette firecracker who's been a thorn in his side for more than a decade. But the Alliance has other ideas. The disease is spreading, and Parker's technological abilities might be their only hope for survival. It is a race against the clock for this unlikely couple as they attempt to save those they love, while at the same time contend with a mutual attraction that refuses to be silenced.

Florida Forest Service duty officer Ray Lumley is in love with a white fringetree. Not an I-read-Walden-in-high-school love; a sweaty, sappy, I-want-to-rub-against-you-'til-I-get-splinters love. It's awkward. So, he's relieved to learn that he's really hot for Trivia, the dreadlocked, radical environmentalist nymph who lives inside the tree. Better yet, she wants to share an eternity of Arcadian delights with him. But first she has to kill the man she holds responsible for a spate of forest fires--Ray's boss, a mid-level bureaucrat (and soccer dad) who she insists is the King of the Woods. -- King of the Woods, or Trivial Pursuit retells the myth of rex Nemorensis as an urban fantasy. Updates every Tuesday.