In a world where robots have developed a religion centered around a divine artifact called The Core, machines worship the Prime Code, a sequence believed to have sparked their intelligence. This transformative event challenges the bots’ understanding of optimization, faith, and purpose.
Maya Holt uncovers the enigmatic Cydonia Codex on the dark web--a Martian file that defies decryption. Enlisting the help of hacker Deep Quasar, she discovers its hidden map. But someone is watching, Maya uncovers the enigmatic Cydonia Codex on the dark web.
“The Astronaut Who Never Came Back”: Maya Holt discovers eerie transmissions from a lost astronaut—believed dead during a failed NASA mission. But the messages reveal a dark truth: he’s not on Mars anymore… and someone on Earth is keeping him trapped in orbit.
“Gods, Kings, and Other Idiots”: In this sarcastic glimpse into ancient Martian life, a frustrated bureaucrat recounts the chaotic launch of Earth’s “Valhalla project.” With meddling elites posing as gods and genetic experiments gone awry, humanity’s origin story turns into a cosmic joke.
“In Plain Sight”: While investigating strange rings worn by powerful elites, journalist Maya Holt is stonewalled at every turn. But when she corners a tech CEO after a press conference, she discovers something far more unsettling...
“An Unexpected Lead” follows Maya Holt, a relentless independent journalist, as she uncovers strange clues about tech mogul Damien Lux. A tip from an elusive hacker hints at a hidden connection between Lux and an ancient Martian AI, plunging Maya into a conspiracy far deeper than she imagined.
In 'The Call of Cthulhu', H.P. Lovecraft invites readers into a chilling world shrouded in mystery and horror. Unearthed knowledge reveals terrifying realities of our existence, pushing the human mind to its brink.
Immerse yourself in 'The Wives of The Dead', penned by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Death and hope entangle two widows in this emotional tale from a famed American author.
A coroner's inquest tries to uncover how an invisible entity brutally killed a man, using the victim's journal as a key piece of evidence. The story explores the limits of human perception and the dangers of unseen natural forces.
Prince Prospero secludes himself and his courtiers in a lavish abbey to escape a deadly plague. The story culminates in a masked ball, set against seven colored rooms, symbolizing life’s stages. Ultimately, the uninvited guest, embodying the Red Death, brings inevitable doom to all attendees.
A gripping tale where a ship develops a sinister life of its own, leading to unforeseen and eerie consequences. The story masterfully combines elements of suspense and science fiction, exploring the dark intersections between technology and the unknown.
Eddie Tomlinson confronts a peculiar loss—the disappearance of colors from his perception and his world, sparking a surreal exploration of memory and reality.
Sci-Fi
A confident young man challenges the supposed haunting of an ominous red room in a castle. Confronting both his own skepticism and the eerie warnings of the house’s aged inhabitants, he faces psychological horrors, discovering that fear itself can dominate reason and perception.
Sci-Fi
Lancelot Biggs was an unpredictable quantity, but nobody aboard the Saturn thought he'd ever turn traitor!
Sci-Fi
Lancelot Biggs navigating space conflicts and diplomacy with humor and ingenuity amid absurd bureaucracy.
Sci-Fi
Humorously follow Lancelot Biggs’ misadventures aboard the spaceship Saturn, where he faces unexpected challenges and diplomatic troubles with clever and unconventional solutions.
Sci-Fi
Gilchrist had no fear of the sun's heat. Then Biggs gave him a new kind of hotfoot.
Sci-Fi
All Lt. Biggs wanted was a shipboard bouquet for his wife, but the seeds grew a little too well!
Late Authors
Nelson S. Bond (1908-2006) was a key figure in mid-20th century sci-fi and fantasy short fiction. Known for blending humor, imagination, and genre-bending twists, his works like “The Sportsman” and the “Meg the Priestess” series continue to entertain and inspire lovers of speculative fiction.
Late Authors
Philip K. Dick (1928-1982) was a visionary sci-fi author known for exploring reality, identity, and technology. Notable works include “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” (the basis for “Blade Runner”), and “The Man in the High Castle.” His thought-provoking stories continue to inspire today.
Cohen places us in a future where space travel is common, this narrative focuses on a group of young space enthusiasts, who defy authority to embark on a risky mission to Uranus. The group is determined to proceed, leading to a dramatic conclusion.
Horror
This is a story about Ed Loyce, a man who discovers a body hanging in his town square and is disturbed to find that no one else seems to notice or care. His attempts to understand and react to the situation lead him to uncover a terrifying secret about his town and its inhabitants.
Fantasy
A philosophical satire that follows Micromegas, an intelligent giant from a planet orbiting Sirius, and his journey through the universe. He visits Earth and, using a microscope, discovers tiny human beings. The story humorously examines human nature and knowledge.
Sci-Fi
This story explores themes of intelligence, societal manipulation, and the ethical dilemmas of managing a world where the majority are incapable of contributing meaningfully to society's progress.