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Mechanicum

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As the flames of treachery spread throughout the Imperium, Horus plots to subvert or destroy all those who would stand against him. On Mars, home world of the Mechanicum priesthood, the great manufactory-cities have long produced much of the weaponry required for the expeditionary fleets across the galaxy - making the world invaluable to whoever controls it in the coming war. Now, the Warmaster's agents begin to stoke the fires of rebellion, turning the loyalist forges and the mighty Titan Legions against one another. And, with whispers spreading of an ancient terror lurking beneath the Red Planet's surface, the Dark Mechanicum rises...

The Forerunner Factor

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Two Andre Norton novels in her Forerunner series featuring young alien/human hybrid Simsa, collected for the first time in one volume. A heroic young woman seeks her origins as she comes of age on worlds of peril and alien mystery.Forerunner:On the ancient planet Kuxortal, young Simsa grows up among the ancient ruins of a fallen galactic civilization—the Forerunners. But Simsa has always been different, with iridescent blue-black skin and a telepathic bond with her bat-like zorsal. When her mentor dies, her future looks bleak—until Thom, a star ranger, arrives and leads Simsa on a new path that takes both through danger to the ultimate revelation, which will change her life, and perhaps galactic civilization itself, forever.Forerunner: The Second Venture:Simsa has been captured by starfaring humans intent on discovering the secrets of the Forerunners. With the aid of her pet zorsal, Simsa escapes her captors and crash lands on another world touched by ancient Forerunner civilization. Now Simsa must battle the spirit within her that seeks to transform her into something utterly inhuman. But the ancient Forerunners, however scientifically advanced, have not reckoned with the courage of this young woman who is determined to keep her freedom and write her own destiny among the stars.At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).Called "a superb talent"" by The New York Times, Andre Norton was a legend in science fiction, and one of our greatest storytellers. She wrote science fiction novels of very high quality for nearly five decades, beginning with the now-classic novel Star Man's Son in 1952. Many of today's top writers, including C.J. Cherryh and Joan D. Vinge, have cited her as a primary influence on their own work. She was Guest of Honor at the 1989 World Science Fiction Convention, and received the Grand Master award from the Science Fiction Writers of America and the Lifetime Achievement Award of the World Fantasy Convention. Astoundingly prolific, with over thirty books in her celebrated "Witch World" series alone, she introduced three generations of SF readers to SF and fantasy, both through her critically acclaimed YA novels and her adult works, and remains today as one of the most popular authors in both fields.

Lords and Tyrants

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A Warhammer 40,000 anthology Many are the horrors of the 41st Millennium, from alien tyrants to dark lords in the grip of Chaos. But arrayed against them are champions of humanity, who fight to defend all that is good in the galaxy. READ IT BECAUSE These 16 short stories showcase some of the many heroes of the Imperium, from humble Imperial Guardsmen to the mightiest among the Space Marines – and many of their vilest enemies, in adrenaline-fuelled tales of action and adventure. DESCRIPTION Wracked by the ravages of war, the galaxy has known no peace for untold millennia. To exist is to fight. To thrive is to conquer. Once-proud worlds lie in ruins at the hands of traitorous warlords and vile alien despots. Cowed by the unstoppable march of the Ruinous Powers, humanity stands on the precipice of oblivion. All hope is banished. Yet, there are many who take up arms against these horrors. Noble heroes of the Imperium sally forth to do battle while enigmatic Inquisitors explore the shadowy secrets of this benighted era. In the terror of the 41st Millennium, righteous lords and iron-willed tyrants clash to decide who is worthy of inheriting the galaxy. This Warhammer 40,000 anthology features stories from Chris Wraight, Ian St Martin, Gav Thorpe, Justin D Hill, Josh Reynolds and many more. CONTENTS Argent by Chris Wraight Lucius: Pride and Fall by Ian St Martin Whispers by Alec Worley The Battle for Hive Markgraaf by Justin D Hill A Brother's Confession by Robbie MacNiven Rise by Ben Counter Flayed by Cavan Scott A Memory of Tharsis by Josh Reynolds Left for Dead by Steve Lyons Unearthed by Rob Sanders The Aegidan Oath by L J Goulding Hidden Treasures by Cavan Scott Carcharodons: The Reaping Time by Robbie MacNiven The Greater Evil by Peter Fehervari The Path Unclear by Mike Brooks Shadows of Heaven by Gav Thorpe

Unidentified Funny Objects 6

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SCIENCE FICTION, FANTASY, HUMOR* Cranky Goblin Cooks* Unscrupulous Chemists* Lecherous Space Pirates* Disagreeable Alien Symbiotes* Soul-Searching Snot ElementalsThe Unidentified Funny Objects series serves an annual dose of funny. zany, and unusual science fiction and fantasy stories. All-new fiction from the genre's top voices! Our sixth volume features a Mad Amos story by Alan Dean Foster, a Harry the Book tale by Mike Resnick, and an Alexander Outland short by Gini Koch. Jim Hines reimagines a Game of Thrones with goblins in it, Ken Liu begs a sentient AI to spare him, and Esther Friesner takes us on a tour of Chelm, complete with dragons and gratuitous footnotes. There are also tales of an interdimensional secret agent, a warrior-writer on a quest from an evil god, a necromancer intent on rehabilitating the image of his profession, and many more.

A sötét erdő

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A Föld teljes lakossága tisztában van vele, hogy az idegenek hajói úton vannak a naprendszerünk felé. Négyszáz év múlva fognak megérkezni, és akkor elözönlik és leigázzák a bolygónkat. Az idegenek földi segítőit már sikerült legyőzni, de itt vannak közöttük a sophonok. Ezeknek a szubatomi részecskéknek a segítségével a trisolarisiak mindent le tudnak hallgatni, így sebezhetővé válik az érkező flotta elleni védelmi terv is. Az emberi elme marad egyedül hozzáférhetetlen az idegenek számára – erre épül a falképző projekt.Négy kiválasztott ember megkap minden létező erőforrást, hogy egyenként előálljanak egy-egy titkos tervvel, melybe senkit sem avatnak be - nehogy a sophonokon keresztül az ellenség is megneszelje a részleteket.Mi jár a falképzők fejében? Azt még földiek sem tudhatják, hiszen csak így lehet megőrizni a bolygó biztonságát.A négy falképző közül hárman befolyásos államférfiak és tudósok, egyet azonban előzőleg senki se ismert. A kínai Luo Ji csillagász és szociológus számára hamar kiderül, hogy a négy falképző közül ő az egyetlen, akinek a trisolarisiak a halálát kívánják.

The Science Fiction Crime Megapack®: 26 Criminally Futuristic Stories!

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Science fiction and crime go hand-in-tentacle, if you’ll pardon the expression. Many of the science fiction field’s greatest writers also wrote mysteries…and vice versa. And sometimes the science fiction stories were mysteries. Our latest MEGAPACK® contains nothing but those blended SF-and-Mystery stories, by some of the greatest writers in the field. Included are: ORIGINS OF GALACTIC LAW, by Edward Wellen DragNeuroNet, by John Gregory Betancourt DON'T GET TECHNATAL, by Ron Reynolds THE CEREBRAL LIBRARY, by David H. Keller, M.D. THE FIVE WAY SECRET AGENT, by Mack Reynolds LICENSE TO STEAL, by Louis Newman DELAYED ACTION, by Charles V. De Vet THE MAGIC OF JOE WILKS, by Robert Moore Williams LIFE GOES ON, by Nelson Bond MURDER FROM MARS, by Richard Wilson WOBBLIES IN THE MOON, by Frank Belknap Long THE FREELANCER, by Robert Zacks NO ESCAPE FROM DESTINY, by Arthur Leo Zagat SWEET DREAMS, by Edward Wellen THE LOCUS FOCUS, by Richard Wilson TRACK OF THE BEAST, by Charles V. De Vet THE VOICES, by Edward Wellen THE TOWER, by Kristine Kathryn Rusch THE MIRACLE OF KICKER MCGUIRE, by Robert Moore Williams OSCAR, DETECTIVE OF MARS, by James Norman OSCAR SAVES THE UNION, by James Norman DEATH WALKS IN WASHINGTON, by James Norman OSCAR AND THE TALKING TOTEMS, by James Norman DOUBLE TROUBLE FOR OSCAR, by James Norman THE THIEF OF THOTH, by Lin Carter If you enjoy this ebook, don't forget to search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see more of the 300+ volumes in this series, covering adventure, historical fiction, mysteries, westerns, ghost stories, science fiction -- and much, much more!

The Crimson King

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After the razing of Prospero, Magnus the Red spirited the Thousand Sons away to the aptly un-named Planet of the Sorcerers, deep within the Eye of Terra. Removed from the concerns of the galaxy at large and regarding the Warmaster’s unfolding Heresy with cold detachment, he has dedicated his hollow existence to the preservation of all the knowledge once held in the great libraries of Tizca, should mankind ever seek such enlightenment again. But his sons can see the change in their primarch – he is a broken soul, whose mind and memories are slipping away into the tumult of the warp. Only by returning to the scenes of his greatest triumphs and tragedies can they hope to restore him, and allow the Crimson King to be crowned anew by the Ruinous Powers. Read it Because Graham McNeill's long awaited follow-up to 'A Thousand Sons' is finally here! It sets Magnus and his Legion firmly on the road to treachery and lays the groundwork for the infamous acts that will curse them forever.

Codex

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On the world of Sycorax, the Ultramarines muster to liberate the world from ork invaders. Attempting a rescue of important prisoners, Captain Uriel Ventris and his warriors enact a daring plan. The risks are great, but Ventris knows no fear, for he trusts in the wisdom of his primarch and the tenets of the Codex. A 1,000 word Ultramarines story by Graham McNeill

Flatland

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Flatland is the story of A. Square and his travels through the multiple dimensions of his world. Flatland was written by Edwin Abbott in 1884 and has been in the public domain for many years.

The Talon of Horus

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When Horus fell, his Sons fell with him. A broken Legion, beset by rivalries and hunted by their erstwhile allies, the former Luna Wolves have scattered across the tortured realm of the Eye of Terror. And of Abaddon, greatest of the Warmaster’s followers, nothing has been heard for many years. But when Horus’s body is taken from its resting place, a confederation of legionaries seek out the former First Captain, to convince him to embrace his destiny and continue what Horus began. Read it because... This is the first novel in a brand new series that deals with the ultimate bad guy of the 41st millennium, written by the master of Warhammer 40,000 anti-heroes Aaron Dembski-Bowden. The Talon of Horus is the beginning of the most anticipated new Black Library series of 2014 and a must read for any fan of Warhammer 40,000 or the Horus Heresy.

The Last Remembrancer

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In a secret fortress on the dark side of Titan, Rogal Dorn and Iacton Qruze meet with a prisoner. That prisoner has a tale to tell, of heroes and monsters, of honour and treachery, of life and death. He has stood at the side of the Warmaster himself, and he has a message for the Imperial Fists primarch. But can he be trusted? And can he be allowed to live? Rogal Dorn must decide the fate of the last remembrancer. A story from the Age of Darkness anthology.

La Guerre de Sabbat

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Une anthologie des Mondes de Sabbat Tandis que les forces du Chaos sont repoussées d'une douzaine de mondes, celles de l'Imperium progressent toujours plus loin dans les Mondes de Sabbat en une âpre campagne de reconquête. POURQUOI LIRE CE LIVRE Vivez 10 histoires inédites de la fameuse Croisade des Mondes de Sabbat, écrites par un aréopage de vos auteurs Black Library préférés sous la houlette de Dan Abnett. DESCRIPTION La Guerre de Sabbat est une féroce croisade impériale, qui s'ouvre un sillage sanglant et embrasé à travers une grande portion de l'Imperium. Sur le front, les fidèles régiments de l'Astra Militarum, dont le vaillant Premier de Tanith – dit aussi des Fantômes de Gaunt – se confrontent à l'implacable menace du Chaos, ennemi juré du genre humain. Il n'y a, et il n'y aura à jamais, que la guerre. SOMMAIRE – Le Parfum de la Victoire par Dan Abnett – Celui Que Nul n'Entend Plus par Graham McNeill – Les Ailes de la Gloire par Robert Rath – La Mort du Prophète par Marc Collins – Dix-neuf-Trois, Cap sur le Cœur Galactique par Matthew Farrer – La Tombe de Vichres par Justin D Hill – Dans le Tréfonds par Edoardo Albert – Armaduke par John French – L'Indomptable par Rachel Harrison – Celui qui Part Revient par Dan Abnett

The Ultimate Weapon

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The star Mira was unpredictably variable. Sometimes it was blazing, brilliant and hot. Other times it was oddly dim, cool, shedding little warmth on its many planets. Gresth Gkae, leader of the Mirans, was seeking a better star, one to which his people could migrate. That star had to be steady, reliable, with a good planetary system. And in his astronomical searching, he found Sol. With hundreds of ships, each larger than whole Terrestrial spaceports, and traveling faster than the speed of light, the Mirans set out to move in to Solar regions and take over. And on Earth there was nothing which would be capable of beating off this incredible armada - until Buck Kendall stumbled upon . . . The Ultimate Weapon . . .

Traitor by Deed

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Black Library Novella Series 3 On the isolated world of Kepris, a Primaris Space Marine Chapter deploys to break the bloodthirsty cult that rules the world. But will this new Chapter's name spell its doom? After all, the universe has never been kind to the Soul Drinkers… READ IT BECAUSE The Soul Drinkers are reborn! Whether you're a long-time fan of the Chapter or hearing the name for the first time, you're sure to enjoy this tale of a Primaris Space Marine Chapter haunted by sins past. THE STORY In the galaxy-spanning conflict of the Indomitus Crusade, an Imperial force is sent to bring the Emperor’s rule back to the isolated world of Kepris. They are the Soul Drinkers, Primaris Space Marines bearing the name and heraldry of a Chapter lost to Imperial history. This strike force finds the planet ruled by a bloodthirsty cult – its cities seized and loyal shrines under siege by the mysterious arch-heretic Yeceqath, the Voice of All. Striking swiftly and with cold fury, only the Soul Drinkers can unravel the heretic’s foul machinations and break Yeceqath’s hold over the world… but there is more at play here, as one of mankind’s oldest enemies lies at the heart of a conspiracy to see Kepris fall, taking the Soul Drinkers with it. Written by Ben Counter

Starman's Quest

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The Lexman Spacedrive gave man the stars -- but at a fantastic price. Interstellar exploration, colonization, and trade became things of reality. The benefits to Earth were enormous. But because of the Fitzgerald Contraction, a man who shipped out to space could never live a normal life on Earth again.

Destiny's Forge: A Man-Kzin Wars Novel

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Pride, Prejudice - and Vengeance!Weed-eaters. Monkey-spawn. Honorless herbivores. Individually weak, humans have proved most difficult to conquer and enslave. Now the young heir to the Kzinti patriarchy is forced into a desperate wilderness exile as his empire cracks and the contentious Great Prides attempt to rip one another apart while facing total war with humanity. Annihilation looms unless the young patriarch can ally with two human warriors to battle his way back to his rightful place as Leader of the Prides, keeper of pride strahk, and upholder of sacred Kzinti honor.A masterful addition from popular contributor Paul Chafe to the Man-Kzin Wars" shared universe created by multiple New York Times best-seller, incomparable tale-spinner, and Nebula- and five-time Hugo-Award-winner, Larry Niven!"At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

Man-Kzin Wars XIII

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Larry Niven's bestselling Man-Kzin series continues! The kzin, formerly invincible conquerors of all they encountered, had a hard time dealing with their ignominious defeat by the leaf-eating humans. Some secretly hatched schemes for a rematch, others concentrated on gathering power within the kzin hierarchy, and some shamefully cooperated with the contemptible humans, though often for hidden motives. In war and in uneasy peace, kzin and humans continue their adventures with a masterful addition to the Man-Kzin Wars shared universe created by multiple New York Times best seller, incomparable tale-spinner, and Nebula- and five-time Hugo-Award-winner, Larry Niven. Stories by Jane Lindskold, Charles E. Gannon, and more. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

The First Heretic

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A Horus Heresy novel Chastised by the Emperor, the Word Bearers set out on their own path - one that will eventually lead them to damnation and heresy and plunge the galaxy into war. READ IT BECAUSE The dramatic backstory to the Horus Heresy is revealed at last. Discover the manipulations that led to Horus' fall and mankind's civil war. And where does it start? With the Emperor himself forcing an entire Legion to kneel before him in a scene that will stay with you for a long time... THE STORY Amidst the galaxy-wide war of the Great Crusade, the Emperor castigates the Word Bearers for their worship. Distraught at this judgement, Lorgar and his Legion seek another path while devastating world after world, venting their fury and fervour on the battlefield. Their search for a new purpose leads them to the edge of the material universe, where they meet ancient forces far more powerful than they could have imagined. Having set out to illuminate the Imperium, the corruption of Chaos takes hold and their path to damnation begins. Unbeknownst to the Word Bearers, their quest for truth contains the very roots of heresy... Written by Aaron Dembski-Bowden

Vaults of Obsidian

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A Blackstone Fortress anthology Many are the adventurers brave or mad enough to enter the Blackstone Fortress in search of riches, relics and secrets. Ratlings, robots and rogue traders – and more would-be heroes besides – all pursue their own agendas in a collection of action-packed short stories. READ IT BECAUSE Venture into the treacherous depths of the Blackstone Fortress in a collection of tales that showcase the many explorers in the alien labyrinth and their greatest – and most dangerous – adventures. DESCRIPTION For uncountable ages the Blackstone Fortress has kept its watchful silence. It patiently waits, willing those brave enough to gamble everything exploring its halls. Only the most determined of adventurers will return with riches – the unworthy are never seen again. But to many, the rewards far outweigh the risks. Among the denizens of Precipice, ratlings, robots, and rogue traders all pursue their own agendas, pitting themselves against the myriad forces of darkness that have claimed the fortress as their own. Deadliest of all is Obsidius Mallex, who aims to twist another Talisman of Vaul to Chaos’ unholy cause. Unless this traitor is stopped, the galaxy will burn beneath the wrath of the Ruinous Gods. CONTENTS Talisman of Vaul by Darius Hinks Shapes Pent in Hell by Josh Reynolds Fates and Fortunes by Thomas Parrott Past in Flames by J C Sterns Negavolt by Nicholas Wolf The Three-Edged Blade by Denny Flowers Motherlode by Nick Kyme Purity is a Lie by Gav Thorpe The Oath in Darkness by David Annandale Man of Iron by Guy Haley The Beast Inside by Darius Hinks The Last of the Longhorns by Nick Kyme

Uriel Ventris: The Swords of Calth

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A Uriel Ventris novel Uriel Ventris returns! Newly ascended to the ranks of the Primaris Space Marines, Ventris leads the Ultramarines Fourth Company – the famed Swords of Calth – to war against the ancient necrons. Old enemies arise, as Ventris' past and present collide in brutal battle. READ IT BECAUSE One of Black Library's longest-running series continues – and the hero's been given a new lease of life as a Primaris Space Marine. Discover how Ventris adapts to his new life even as his past comes back to haunt him. THE STORY Uriel Ventris, newly ascended to the ranks of the Primaris, leads warriors of the Fourth Company from the Indomitus Crusade of Roboute Guilliman to a world on the frontiers of Ultramar. Once a battleground against the orks, Sycorax is now under furious assault from an enemy of ancient times – the necrons. The Ultramarines have faced these baleful xenos before, but Uriel senses the hand of a foe from his past at work on Sycorax, a tally unfinished and a debt to the Imperium finally come due. Trapped deep in a devastated city, Uriel leads the Swords of Calth into battle, and must adapt to his new incarnation as one of the Primaris – a challenge that will test his soul as much as it will test him as a warrior. Written by Graham McNeill

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