Travel Fiction Classics

H.G. Wells' seminal work of science fiction is the first in a new chronological series, brought to you by Spoken Realms and Stuart Gauffi. A century and a quarter after its original publication, this timeless classic still holds up as an extraordinary adventure into the distant future. Whether you're experiencing it for the first time or enjoying a visit with an old friend, this new narration is sure to become a favorite.

"Ours is not the only world!" A country law officer discovers this in the Ozark Mountains while looking for a teenage girl who was reported to have literally disappeared into thin air while hiking there. Luke is a shy and reclusive Arkansas constable. Elected as the butt of a joke, he has never done anything to warrant being a law officer. However, when his cousin, Tyler, is implicated in his own girlfriend's disappearance, Luke must become a real lawman. The case would be strange even for a seasoned law officer.

Jonathan Swift's classic novel about the loveable Lemuel Gulliver is one that is taught in high schools around the country, and for good reason. Gulliver, who is a surgeon aboard a ship, thinks that he is about to embark on a run-of-the-mill voyage to different ports. Throughout his journey, however, there are a few events that take place that redirect his ship to unfamiliar islands. Not only are they unfamiliar to him, but they are inhabited by natives who are shaped and sized much differently than he is.

From the shores where the gulf wind blows to travels around the world, Nessa takes us on a journey with Leann O'Reilly as she learns much about life and much more about love. Working in a fast-paced job in Houston, Texas, she does not expect to find love. Tom Richardson soon changes her expectations, and they soon find themselves swept away on a worldwide romance. Book One: Beautiful Passion unfolds on the Texas Gulf Coast with Leann working for the Port. She is a native of the area and has seen the city she grew up in just south of Houston become a thriving economic engine. Leann is a self...

En La Máquina del tiempo el autor narra la historia de cómo un científico de finales del siglo XIX viajó a través del tiempo con la intención de conocer el futuro de la humanidad, se desplazó hasta el año 802.701, pero lejos de encontrar una sociedad en la plenitud de su desarrollo, ve un mundo en decadencia habitado en su superficie por unos seres hedonistas, los Eloi, sin escritura, ni inteligencia ni fuerza física.

Um cientista londrino viaja, a bordo de uma máquina do tempo, do século XIX para o ano de 802.701. Chegando no que seria a Londres do futuro, o viajante do tempo encontra duas espécies que evoluíram do ser humano: os Eloi, que viviam na superfície, e os Morlocks, que se escondiam da luz no subterrâneo.

In the far future the ruler of the world is losing as the rebels fight their way into his palace. He retreats upwards to the room where his newly developed time machine sits waiting. His plan is to jump back in time to recruit an unstoppable army which he’ll use to take back the entire world. Of course, plans don’t always come off without a hitch.

Sandra returns to Woodpine Bay, pregnant and alone. She knows the gossip will start—but she doesn’t have a choice. She’s lost everything to her ex and here she is, in her mother’s dilapidated house, trying to figure out her next move. Michael, a lifelong Woodpine Bay resident, is still hurting from the break up of his engagement when he runs into Sandra at the store. He hasn’t seen her since highschool. He makes a comment that, while in his mind he was trying to help her, only causes more trouble for Sandra. Michael tries to apologize and realizes the trouble Sandra is in. He ...

Isabel has experienced unrequited love for so long, she doesn’t ever think the object of her affection will see her for who she is—the woman who truly loves him. She has been in love with her boss, Patrick, for almost twenty years. There has never been a man that lived up to Patrick, in Isabel’s eyes, so she has continued her one-sided fantasy for years. Patrick, however, is thinking about anything but love. His sudden and unexpected divorce has thrown him into a depression and every moment is a struggle. He didn’t see it coming and the shock has been too much to bear. Isabel sees ...

"Gulliver's Travels" (1726, amended 1735), officially "Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World", is a novel by Jonathan Swift that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the "travellers' tales" literary sub-genre. It is widely considered Swift's magnum opus and is his most celebrated work, as well as one of the indisputable classics of English literature.

Haley Chase is wild about the Fifties. From the cars to fashion, rock n’ roll, dining, and dancing, she wishes she may have experienced the innocent, mid-century decade. Immersing herself in reading, Haley romances her favorite books and ideas, imagining the fun of record hops and malt shops. What could be better than cruising Main in an incredible fleet of fins? She’s set to star in a dance review, titled The Fabulous Fifties. After dress rehearsal, Haley doesn’t have time to change out of her costume before going to Book Club. Dr. Lachele Simpson, the facilitator, observes Haley’s...

Looking for an escape from reality? Look no further than Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 03 by The Shadowplay Collective. This collection of short stories will take you on an adventure through the depths of space and the unknown depths of the human mind. With each turn of the page, you'll find yourself transported to a different world, filled with wonder, danger, and excitement. In Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 03, The Shadowplay Collective has created a universe that is both familiar and completely alien. From the bustling streets of a futuristic metropolis to the endless expanse ...

Experience the timeless allure of the Golden Age of Science Fiction with "Science Fiction Novels Vol. 01: Five Science Fiction Novels" - an extraordinary anthology penned by the visionary authors of the Shadowplay Collective. Journey through five captivating tales that push the boundaries of imagination, captivating readers with their compelling narratives and evocative themes. In "The Poachers of Sato," enter a world of intergalactic intrigue as a team of renegade adventurers battles against ruthless foes in a race to uncover the truth behind a mysterious alien species. With high-stakes ...

On the run from a psychotic ex-girlfriend, Matteo falls asleep at the wheel. Callie, a determined woman who is committed to remaining single forever, is on her way home in the middle of the night. The two collide in more ways than one. Find out what happens as Matteo and Callie discover a new world in Callie’s Woodpine Bay house. Callie finds herself wondering more and more about this unexpected addition to her life. Here she was, happily single, and now she has a man living in her house while he finishes her renovation. How did this happen? Are the feelings she is beginning to have for ...

'When you come to the house, you will hear strange tales. They will tell you in the village that it is haunted, but you must not be afraid. When the time comes ... you will know what to do.' Mr Blunden's words echoed through Lucy's ears as she explored the house. It was such an old house that it seemed to Lucy as if all the past was gathered up inside it as if in a great box; as though it had a life of its own that continued to exist just beyond the reach of her eyes and ears.

The Complete Baron Trump Novels Collection step into a world of adventure, intrigue, and fantastical discoveries. Follow the curious and brave young Baron Trump as he embarks on mind-bending journeys that will take him to places both strange and mysterious. Perfect for lovers of adventure, historical fiction, and timeless storytelling, this collection is an unforgettable journey filled with mystery, excitement, and wonder.

A wickedly clever satire uses comic inversions to offer telling insights into the nature of man and society. Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read. Gulliver's Travels describes the four voyages of Lemuel Gulliver, a ship's surgeon. In Lilliput he discovers a world in miniature; towering over the people and their city, he is able to view their society from the viewpoint of a god. However, in Brobdingnag, a land of giants, tiny Gulliver himself comes under observation, exhibited as a curiosity at markets and fairs.

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with "Gulliver's Travels," the timeless satire by Jonathan Swift, brought to life by the engaging narration of Ram Ranjini. This classic tale follows Lemuel Gulliver, a ship’s surgeon who finds himself cast away on strange and fantastical lands, each with its own unique culture and peculiarities. From the miniature people of Lilliput to the giant inhabitants of Brobdingnag, Gulliver's journeys offer a sharp and witty commentary on human nature, society, and the absurdities of the world.

Gulliver's Travels is a classic satire on human nature and a parody of the "travelers' tales" literary genre. Lemuel Gulliver travels to the remote country of Lilliput where he encounters the six-inch-tall Lilliputians. On his next journey, he is captured by a 60-foot-tall native of Brobdingnag.

Temi stood in stunned silence at the sight before her. She had finally come face to face with the man from her dreams. Having slipped through time as a child, she had seen this man on three occasions. Destiny now seemingly fulfilled, this man she recognized from her past travels through time was standing right in front of her, in a small general store, at the foot of the mountain that she called home. But Temi has a secret. She is inextricably linked to the spirit that resides in the heart of the mountain.