Horror
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.
Sci-Fi
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.
Reviving Snack-size Fiction
All Lt. Biggs wanted was a shipboard bouquet for his wife, but the seeds grew a little too well!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A science fiction tale involving Valnar, a time traveler who inadvertently influences the rise of a mental dictator, Dodson. In an attempt to rectify this, Valnar and Joel Barlow, a member of a resistance organization, embark on a mission to confront Dodson.
A sci-fi adventure about Ajax Calkins, who dreams of becoming a great explorer. Landing on a newly discovered planet, Midplanet, he declares himself Emperor, only to find the world inhabited by kangaroo-like beings and intelligent fleas.
This story explores the boundaries between reality and illusion, questioning the nature of both as Burke experiences a vividly alternative existence within the virtual world.
Set on Mars, this story revolves around Saknarth, a Master Astrologer at the Imperial Observatory. Despite skepticism towards astrology, Saknarth discovers lights on the dark side of Earth, challenging his and his society's beliefs.
This story delves into themes of trust, deception, and the unforeseen consequences of advanced warfare technology, as the line between friend and foe becomes dangerously blurred.