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The World Above Us

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In a futuristic Martian colony run by a shady corporation, everyone has something to hide. Robert and DeShawn Carson are frantically trying to secure their future there. Elizabeth Mitchell is hiding from Earth law under a fake identity. Allison Hernandez is an astronaut who is questioning her dreams. Anthony Hale is a father and a husband who will do anything to see his family again. All of them have been summoned by a mysterious CEO to take part in an experimental drug trial. When something goes tragically wrong, they are all forced to confront the pain of their pasts. Someone knows everything, and they'll be lucky to make it out alive.All Rights Reserved

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ONE: Epilogue of Hermesh by IndianYorker

How do you defeat an enemy you cannot reason with, you cannot hide from, you cannot escape, you cannot kill? For they are not truly alive. *They are coming. They keep coming. They keep coming.* (No they are not zombies. They were never truly alive.) ********************** Epilogue of Hermesh ********************** In a galaxy called Hermesh, Commodore Reemon Erra, an Amarthian by birth, is a decorated war hero. He is the best Hermesh has! But when the Kaya, a life devouring alien species attacks Hermesh, shattering 100 years of hard-won peace, Reemon Erra has to unite the four sentient, space-faring species of the galaxy, if he has any hope of saving Hermesh. But all is not as it seemed. When faced with extinction, secrets come to light, that alters the very history of the galaxy, and threatens to unravel its future. Caught in the crossfires of a fight between the most evolved beings in all of Creation, only Reemon Erra has what it takes to save his galaxy. But in this genre-bending military space opera, soaked in philosophy and existential horror, victory is not what it seems. **************** A new chapter or two will be added every alternate day. This story is complete. It is only being uploaded in parts.

Stellar Oblivion by ELChandler

In the dark corners of political intrigue, betrayal, and interplanetary secrets, a gripping tale unfolds in "Stellar Oblivion." When the President of the United States is brutally assassinated, the shadows of conspiracy stretch beyond Earth's borders, leading two elite agents, Jonathan Fredricks and Tara O'Donnell, on a heart-pounding chase to the Red Planet. As the assassins escape to Mars, Jonathan and Tara embark on a relentless pursuit, navigating the treacherous terrain of the Martian landscape. Little do they know that this mission will unravel a web of deception that reaches far beyond political motivations. The duo soon discovers a sinister plot that threatens not only the stability of nations but the very fabric of reality itself. Amidst the crimson dunes and futuristic cityscapes of Mars, our agents must confront their own demons while racing against time to expose the truth. In "Stellar Oblivion," loyalty will be tested, alliances shattered, and the fate of worlds hangs in the balance. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of suspense, unexpected twists, and a pulse-pounding adventure that will leave you questioning the boundaries of power, and the true nature of the cosmos. Welcome to a world where the line between hero and villain blurs, and the stakes have never been higher.

Seventeen Crimes by TaraRafacz

Open Novella Contest 2024 writing prompt #83: Earth's climate is becoming increasingly inhospitable. Humans have located another planet to live on, but there's not enough room on the spacecrafts for everyone. Who stays and who goes? One wrong question has the power to condemn . Following the Martian discovery of a jump drive, the United Nations of Earth formulated a plan. There is a rumored list of seventeen crimes - modeled after the nineteen crimes that could get one sent to Australia. It seems a very similar one would get white collar corporate criminals, fringe political activists, terrorist operatives, bigots and climate law violators sent to Mars. Publicly, it's all denied. Then Brie Reyes (nee Hodges), finds herself arrested after a contentious briefing with the United States Climate Initiative Czar. Researching her absent father - who long ago left to be among the first settler of the Martian colony Selah - caused a cataclysmic shift in her life and her thinking. Meeting the half-brother born to her father after he settled on Mars may either bring her salvation or condemnation. Either way, Brie Reyes is going to Mars. Its either as a political prisoner. Or political refugee.

The Silent Veil by CyberPixy

Their job was never easy, but at least assassination was comfortable for Lanada. Now Sam Bones from the STAR agency has evidence of their crimes. The agency isn't seeking punitive justice though; Lanada is wanted for their specific skillset in silent, tactical murder. While uncovering a corporate and government conspiracy, Lanada and Sam's rocky partnership grows stronger as they fight under the STAR agency, forced to face the ethics of their careers and the consequences of their decisions. After a chilling discovery about their war with a co-opted political movement, they must make a choice between their career comforts, or risking it all to reconcile with their pasts-both packed full with death. What to expect: Aliens in a grounded, realistic world; no space. A universe not reliant on capitalism, where stateless societies are the norm. Military escapades criticizing state control and its corrupting nature. Nonbinary protagonist who's sorting out some personal issues. Their gay best friend. The world's shittest dad, but the world's best STAR agent. This book is finished, has been edited several times, beta read, and is basically ready for querying. I'm holding off until I get some more feedback, and do some more editing.

Supernal by MattMacBride

A discredited biologist joins the fight to keep Earth safe when aliens reveal the shocking origins of mankind ... and their evil intentions are uncovered. Dr Toby Jardine's much-derided theory of 'Intelligent Design' is proven correct when he takes part in a clandestine meeting with extra-terrestrials. The encounter aboard the USA's Orbital Construction Facility results in a sensational disclosure; an ancient race of highly intelligent super-rodents played God to create and exploit life on Earth as a food source. With Darwinism debunked and the world's religions undermined, the danger of worldwide upheaval is extreme. A worried US President decides the revelations, and the very existence of the aliens must be kept secret at all costs. But when Toby discovers the seemingly benign visitors have an evil ulterior motive for their visit, he and his colleagues are forced to take drastic action. The unarmed team on the facility must find a way to eliminate the threat while maintaining complete secrecy ... or risk plunging the population of Earth into chaos.

Operation S.A.L.V.A.T.I.O.N. by LiethaS03

Far in the future when lightspeed space travel is possible; wars, poverty, and crime rage throughout Earth; and the line between survival and humanity is blurred as the corrupt government conducts terrifying experiments, gifted teenager Lantroupa struggles to survive the hostile environment she finds herself facing, all while protecting her brother, Sappheer. In the shadowy ruins of New Orleans, the twins labor away in their daily lives, unaware of the impending threat as the tyrannical government starts a new project; one which will dictate the siblings' very existence. When they near the line of life or death, right or wrong, will the siblings stand firm and survive, or will they go down in utter ruin, victims to yet another government attempt at heroism? A young astronaut mechanic on the space station STARDUST leads a simple life, completely oblivious to the tyrannical experiments conducted on the station he works in. He reports to his captain, goes to work for 12-hour shifts, and spends time with his friends. He never thought that life could change so easily, but when a rent in the ship causes havoc in the lower levels, he finds himself face to face with a truth he doesn't want to accept... When these two very different people cross paths, everything they know to be reality shatters to pieces, and the fight for survival only becomes more dangerous.

White Crystal Butterflies | Wattys 2021 Shortlist | ✔ by SmokeAndOranges

❖ Interstellar pilot and ex-adventurer Alex Gallegos must keep their team safe on an icy moon as sentient storms threaten to repeat the tragedy that ended their last career. ❖ Everyone in the United Inhabited Solar Systems (for some reason, UIS for short) knows to stay away from Mahaha. The icy moon is notorious for failed probe landings and research missions that end in tragedy: the only people to ever venture to its surface needed rescuing after just two weeks. When a prestigious research group decides they want a turn, they ask Alex Gallegos to lead the team. Perfectly qualified and haunted by their past, Alex accepts, hoping to make up for old mistakes and get just a little further from the earth they've left behind. Two months into the seven-month mission, the team is struggling with discontent, damaged equipment, and blizzards acting less and less like normal weather. As Mahaha moves out of range of help and the storms take on a more malicious character, Alex must face the one foe they could never have prepared for. Mahaha may or may not be alive. ❖❖❖ Complete. Wattys 2021 Shortlister. Standalone sequel (Rocks Can Dance) coming in 2023. Comments and critiques are both welcome and appreciated. I write characters from many different backgrounds, with many different experiences. If you share those traits and find that I have misrepresented anything, please let me know! I am feedback-friendly and here to learn :)

Find Violet Hyde: Secrets In Space by LauraSlate

After the Ship Masters arrive Violet seizes her chance to experience life beyond the Farm. She learns that a planet nestled in the stars is waiting for her. But will her love, Zia, be welcome there? In the Moon Colony, Lucille rises to Presidency from humble beginnings. She enacts a plan to save humanity's dwindling population but is torn between two warring classes. Life in Genesis is luxurious and technology has slowed aging. Underground, in Ickwall, citizens serve the city above and scrape by however they can. *** This book is written in third person with multiple points of view. There are roughly six key characters with their own focuses, inner dialogues, and story lines. You'll get to watch them weave their lives together. *** Featured in Science Fiction Winner of @LGBTQ July Book of The Month 2016 Highest Rank: #21 in Sci-Fi *** I've added a chapter oriented playlist and note from me to the end of the book. Your votes, comments, and encouragements are appreciated. I love feedback and suggestions for improvement. Thank you in advance for taking a chance with this book. I hope you love reading it as much as I loved writing it for you. *** Here's a review from the fantastic @HunterTheWriter: "Find Violet Hyde: Secrets In Space is a superb book. When you read this you will go on adventures you have never dreamed, you get to live lives of characters who seem real. You will feel things only unique to this book. You're going to fall in love with new places and characters while finding the secrets only this book holds." *** Cover by the amazing @RachelS8766

There Is No Peace - The EOS Chronicles, Book One | SAMPLE by smagnuspran

**SAMPLE** NOW PUBLISHED AS PAPERBACK & EBOOK ON AMAZON. (Link In Bio) Her father's secrets saved her. Her mother's secret poisoned her. Her secret may kill her. Her world is dying, poisoned and ravaged by war, and there's only one way to survive. Sixteen-year-old Valora steps up to lead her people in an evacuation, scattering them among the stars in a desperate hope to preserve Zerian life. The new world where they seek refuge-a place that harbors a powerful and mysterious energy, and native lifeforms that are far from welcoming-proves to be no less treacherous. But Valora soon realizes that the greatest danger her people will face is the one they brought with them. The locket her father gifted her before she left carries the secrets about what happened to her world, about what happened to her mother-whose mysterious death still troubled her-and about the enemy that is closer than she ever imagined. Valora must make a heartbreaking choice in order to save not only the lives of her people, but their souls as well.

Astronomicon: Icarus by Astronomicon

A standalone novel set in the Astronomicon Universe. ( REVAMPED in 2016 ) In 2078, whilst working the Trojan asteroid cloud, Captain Taylor and the crew of the deep space mining vessel Icarus discover a mysterious prototype ship left adrift in space by a catastrophic failure. Battling the dangers of the asteroid field, the Icarus crew attempt to rescue the survivors of the stricken ship. Meanwhile, a vessel from Earth is coming to deal with the damaged prototype but with a conflicting agenda. After unwittingly discovering the bizarre secret of the prototype vessel, the crew of the Icarus end up fighting for their very survival. This standalone sci-fi novel is set in the epic Astronomicon Universe and will appeal to fans of Science Fiction and Thrillers alike. Please don't forget to vote on any chapters you enjoy. Every single vote matters and they really do make a difference! It's an effortless way to show your appreciation for my efforts. Also, if you're enjoying my work, PLEASE let your friends, family and followers know about it. It's a great way to say thank you! :)

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White Crystal Butterflies | Wattys 2021 Shortlist | ✔ cover

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ONE: Epilogue of Hermesh

How do you defeat an enemy you cannot reason with, you cannot hide from, you cannot escape, you cannot kill? For they are not truly alive. They are coming. They keep coming. They keep coming. (No they are not zombies. They were never truly alive.) **** Epilogue of Hermesh In a galaxy called Hermesh, Commodore Reemon Erra, an Amarthian by birth, is a decorated war hero. He is the best Hermesh has! But when the Kaya, a life devouring alien species attacks Hermesh, shattering 100 years of hard-won peace, Reemon Erra has to unite the four sentient, space-faring species of the galaxy, if he has any hope of saving Hermesh. But all is not as it seemed. When faced with extinction, secrets come to light, that alters the very history of the galaxy, and threatens to unravel its future. Caught in the crossfires of a fight between the most evolved beings in all of Creation, only Reemon Erra has what it takes to save his galaxy. But in this genre-bending military space opera, soaked in philosophy and existential horror, victory is not what it seems. A new chapter or two will be added every alternate day. This story is complete. It is only being uploaded in parts.