Dystopian Short

Are you ready to embark on a journey through the vast expanse of the universe? Look no further than Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 11 by The Shadowplay Collective. This collection of short stories will transport you to distant worlds and introduce you to characters that will leave a lasting impression on your mind. In this volume, The Shadowplay Collective takes readers on a thrilling ride through the depths of space and time. From the far reaches of the galaxy to the depths of the human psyche, these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat. The settings are vividly described, ...

The balloons fell. The trains derailed. The shelves went bare. We got sick. We died. Survival in the midst of an unknown threat, one that appears on the brink of ending life as we know it.

The dark dimension is under attack! Lacey and her friends discover giant black spaceships hovering over the kingdom. The ships are the source of the radiation that sickened the villagers and caused the devastating death of the Voice. With Matt's assistance, Lacey and Alex cross to the dark dimension once again. They must find out who these invaders are and what they want. Without the help of the Voice, will they be able to defeat this new enemy? Can they do it in time to save the kingdom? This is the second book of The Lost Voice of the Dark World series. Recommended reading after Series "...

Leto II Atréides, l'Empereur-Dieu de Dune, est désormais un ver de sable à face humaine. À peu près invulnérable et immortel, il a entrevu dans l'avenir l'extinction de l'espèce humaine. Pour la conjurer, il fait respecter son ordre, le Sentier d'Or. L'empire a connu trente-cinq siècles de paix. La Guilde et le Bene Gesserit ont les mains liées : c'est Leto qui contrôle sur Dune les dernières réserves de l'indispensable épice. Les Ixiens lui envoient une femme parfaite, issue d'une éprouvette et chargée à son insu de le séduire et de le détruire.

Ecological disaster on a worldwide scale What happens when the entire supply of Iron and Steel worldwide collapses? Do We Survive? How do we survive? Will we continue to function as a society or will everything fall apart? Iron rusts and the world collapses. The release of an iron-eating bacteria throws the entire world into chaos and mayhem. Industrial society collapses and the world is forever changed. Can this happen, or has it already happened and we just don't realise it yet?

Miccah Blu I finally found my naughty princess. It was only a matter of time before I discovered her hiding place. Now it is time to destroy her universe, so she has no choice but to turn to me. I am not too worried, though. I brought her a consolation prize: her beloved unicorn. Neev My friends call me prude, even innocent. And a human. However, I’m actually a fallen Fey princess, banished from my home and a villain to many. But I’ve left the past behind and adore my human life in Jewel, Oregon. All is good until my childhood love crashes the party and threatens to burn the entire ...

In my second collection of short stories (February), I take readers on a journey across magical lands, dystopian futures, and the intricate landscapes of the human experience. Crafted through a collaborative process with an AI companion, these flashes of fiction emerged from a simple daily ritual: each morning, I would propose an imaginative premise, then let the AI build upon my ideas to spin them into fully realized tales. The stories within capture a dazzling array of concepts, characters, and settings. We meet an explorer traversing the multiverse, a ninja warrior forced to choose ...

This collection of post-apocalyptic stories features three short tales. The first, Lindisfarne, is a snapshot of a world where genetic modification and magic are common, and all that is changing. The second story, Sign Your Death Away, chronicles the story of Carl who decides to try to avert death by lung cancer with cryogenesis. The third story, Extended, chronicles a day and night in the life of Joey, a man trying to stay alive as well as find answers. Get your copy today!

Night Portals is a metaphysical anthology series that explores the hidden secrets of life around us. Twelve "What If" short stories from the mind of Ernie Howard. Immune is the third story in the series. Jakob the motel clerk opened a door one day. A door that should have stayed closed. Being immune to a virus that will kill off most of the world's population seems like winning the lottery at first. That is until you realize you killed most of the people you loved just by being around them. Sometimes the virus is in your mind. What would you do if you were the last person on Earth?

In the parking lot of a rural Renaissance Faire, a young girl learns that the world has changed. In this short story, the world of the breakthrough novel, Age of Mystics, is given more depth and perspective. This is the tale of the storm that comes right after the Event in Age of Mystics, that causes such cataclysmic effect in that story.

Are you ready for a journey through the universe? Look no further than Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 14, the latest collection from The Shadowplay Collective. This anthology of short stories will take you on a thrilling ride through the unknown, as you explore new worlds, meet alien species, and witness the wonders of advanced technology. Within the pages of Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 14, you'll find tales that will transport you to distant galaxies, where battles are fought between robotic armies and where time travel is possible. You'll meet characters who struggle to survive...

“Smart, original, and brilliantly creepy.” ~Bestselling author Kristen Mae IN MATTERS OF LIFE AND DEATH, THERE ARE NO SECOND CHANCES. Along the fault, a spa day becomes a claustrophobic nightmare for five sisters. The perfect afternoon turns bloody for one suburban neighborhood. A husband’s journey through a frozen hellscape tests every inch of his resolve. One man’s life changes course after discovering an animal in the swamp—one different from all others. And each diabolical tale is as twisted and hypnotic as you’ve come to expect from Meghan O’Flynn. This “gripping and ...

A runaway biological effect begins to rapidly increase oxygen levels across the planet, transforming the very air we breathe into a ticking time bomb. Forests ignite spontaneously, and fires rage unchecked as the increased oxygen feeds their voracious appetites. The world plunges into chaos, with cities becoming infernos and the natural order spiralling out of control. High above the stricken planet, two astronauts aboard the International Space Station bear witness to the unfolding catastrophe. Ellie and Sergei, left alone in orbit due to the increasingly hazardous atmosphere, have little ...

Chicken Little was right after all. The sky literally is falling. In a cataclysmic turn of events, the ambitious venture of asteroid mining spirals into a nightmarish scenario that no one saw coming—except perhaps, the fabled Chicken Little. It began with a boom as colossal machines drilled deep into the heart of a massive asteroid, seeking the treasures within. But what followed was a catastrophe of cosmic proportions. The failure was spectacular, an explosive mishap that sent the asteroid shattering into a million pieces, unleashing a torrent of carbon flakes upon the Earth. These ...

The title of this book means ‘broken door’ in Latin, and within these pages you’ll definitely find doorways to other worlds, some of them broken and some… perhaps better left closed. Dive through a wormhole into the interstellar adventure of Anomalies, or visit the international space station in the surreal Patchouli Puke. Empathize with the protagonist in Five Minutes From Now who knows when people are going to die, or learn how a life lived poorly can still ultimately make a difference in The Horizon Behind. Perhaps you’re an action or horror fan? Then How Bhutan Became the ...

Before you start. I wrote this science fiction adventure in the hopes of leading young people into the joys of sci-fi possibilities and fun. But it's not limited to youth. I've encountered many older readers that felt the memories of their younger years. So, don't exclude yourself because it's about a genetically altered youth and his struggles in a world that's unique, yet troubled just as is our own. In a mutant sci-fi world, the rebellious son of surface trader Captain Radoon Gydlin, endures dreams of places he hasn’t seen and disasters that haven’t happened. When he visits Below, a ...

A captivating dystopian thriller short story, Crimson Snow will hold you hostage until you finish every last word. If you like Jennifer McMahon, Melinda Leigh, and Emily St. John Mandell, you’ll love Crimson Snow. "A gripping ride into frozen insanity." ~New York Times Bestselling Author Andra Watkins How far could you go to survive? Whom could you sacrifice? Green Valley was once known for its fertile farming, picturesque mountains, and abundant wildlife. Now snow and ice cover all but the tallest homes. The only sounds are Maverick's boots clumping through the snowdrifts and the frigid ...

"How do you form a more perfect union?" Unlock the continuing mind-bending possibilities of ethical and moral dilemmas with "After Dinner Conversation - Season Six," the next (and final) installment (look for the After Dinner Conversation - Best of" series) of the must-read collection of the best short stories from the critically acclaimed After Dinner Conversation magazine series. Spanning all genres, from science-fiction to historical fiction and everything in between, each story is guaranteed to captivate you and leave you questioning your own beliefs. Perfect for philosophy students and...

Welcome to future-shock. Hold on tight and buckle yourselves in, because the future is on a relentless onslaught, for better or worse. This is a collection of the short speculative fiction of Gabriel Walker Land. Most stories are flash fiction, meaning less than 1000 words. Each contains a story of mystery, action, romance, and suspense.

Locked in a losing war with an alien race that regards humans as a delicacy, a military strategist learns revenge is a dish best shared.