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No human had ever landed on the hidden planet of Arisia. A mysterious space barrier turned back both men and ships. Then the word came to Earth; "Go to Arisia!" Samms of the Galactic Patrol went—and came back with the Lens, the strange device that gave its wearer powers no man had ever possessed before. Samms knew the price of that power would be high. But even he had no idea of the ultimate cost, and the weird destiny waiting for the First Lensman.

From mid-August to mid-September 1863, Union major general William S. Rosecrans's Army of the Cumberland maneuvered from Tennessee to north Georgia in a bid to rout Confederate general Braxton Bragg's Army of Tennessee and blaze the way for further Union advances. Meanwhile, Confederate reinforcements bolstered the numbers of the Army of Tennessee, and by the time the two armies met at the Battle of Chickamauga, in northern Georgia, the Confederates had gained numerical superiority.

A bear-shifter on a mission. A human leader with secrets. Together, they must rewrite the fate of two worlds. When ancient enemies collide, can love bridge the divide or will it ignite the ultimate betrayal? She’s a shifter determined to protect humanity’s last hope. He’s a human leader who doesn’t believe in hope. Sparks—and danger—fly. Survival, love, and trust: the only weapons in a battle against the greed that could destroy them all.

When Ariel mentions another human holiday, the women get excited. They aren't the only ones, though. The Dragon Lords and their friends, Vox and Ha'ven, decide they want to be part of the planning this time. Things get a little out of hand when the men begin competing with each other to create the best Christmas ever for the Dragonlings, Roam and Alice. Filled with tales of St. Nick, Rudolph, and Frosty and the newest tale of the Old Dragon of the Mountain, they are determined to light up the palace like never before and turn it into the new North Pole.

When the older dragonlings share a magical tale of unfulfilled love and Thanksgiving, Morah Reykill and the younger dragonlings vow to find Thanksgiving and help her heal. Unaware of the twists of fate awaiting them, the young dragonlings’ path intersects with more than a lonely young human woman, but also with a fugitive dragon warrior burdened by a haunting past. In the dragon-shifting world of Valdier, Crystal Anderson seeks solace from the dangers that threatened her on Earth.

Tracy Bearclaw, an anthropologist dedicated to studying the extinct human race, has explored the harshest and most remote locations on Earth. Her world is turned upside down when her brother discovers an injured human right in their backyard. Driven by her passion for humanity, Tracy ventures into the wilds of Olympic National Park in search of a reclusive human clan.

Still recovering from a toxic relationship, Alice realizes she has allowed life to become too predictable, while Julie has just ended things with the man she was due to marry. The two friends decide to throw caution to the wind, coming back to Cornwall, where they spent a long, happy summer before life got serious. As they return to the same small flat in the center of town, and seasonal jobs at the Sail Loft Hotel, Alice harbors both hopes and fears of finding Sam, while Julie is determined to enjoy the freedom she’s been missing.

Lieutenant Commander Ashton "Ash" Haze has always embraced two things in his life: adventure and women. But when he awakens on an alien planet, there's no time for anything other than survival - or so he thinks.

Dick Seaton and Marc DuQuesne are the deadliest enemies in the universe. Their feud has blazed among the stars and changed the history of a thousand planets. But now a threat from outside the galaxy drives them into a dangerous alliance as hordes of strange races drive to a collision with mankind.

A son of poor Jamaican immigrants who grew up in Depression-era Harlem, Harry Belafonte became the first Black performer to gain artistic control over the representation of African Americans in commercial television and film.

Soon to be a feature film starring Jordan Fisher! On the night before they leave for college, Clare and Aidan only have one thing left to do: figure out whether they should stay together or break up. Over the course of twelve hours, they retrace the steps of their relationship, trying to find...

Brenda's adventure memoir, Becoming Amazed, will sweep you off your feet and plunge you into a world where the thrill of the unknown reigns supreme. Her journey began with a heart-pounding initiation—rafting and mountain climbing through the untamed Tanzanian wilderness chronicled in her book Becoming Fearless: Finding Courage in the African Wilderness. What started as a step outside her comfort zone soon became an insatiable quest for the extraordinary, pushing her to explore some of the most remote and breathtaking corners of the globe.

Join the Vortex Blaster, the brilliant hero created by Doc Smith, as he faces new challenges in a world threatened by atomic vortices. With his extraordinary computing mind and unwavering courage, hes ready to take on even greater heroics. This gripping pulp science fiction thriller, originally published in 1942 in Astounding Stories, promises an exhilarating ride! (Summary by phil c)

Join Sean Smith, our host, on a hilarious, unfiltered reunion show with the graduates of Wantagh High School. Dive into the secrets, surprises, and stories that never made it to the yearbook. In this show, you'll discover the laughter, the lessons, and the moments that shaped a generation. Catch the stories, the laughs, and the drama when old friends collide.

In a galaxy ravaged by chaotic and deadly Atomic Vortices, civilization teeters on the brink of destruction. Despite the valiant efforts of the lensmen, these uncontrollable forces wreak havoc across every human planet. When one such vortex obliterates the home and family of the brilliant atomic physicist known as Storm Cloud, he is propelled into a relentless battle against these monstrous phenomena. Witness the rise of Storm Cloud as he becomes THE Vortex Blaster, determined to confront the horrors that have shattered his world. (Summary by book cover and Phil Chenevert)

Originally serialized in Amazing Stories in 1934, Triplanetary became the foundation for the beloved Lensman series. After its initial success, author E.E. Smith expanded the story into a full-length novel, adding six new chapters that transformed it into a prequel, enriching the backstory of the protagonists in the Lensmen saga. This revised edition, published 14 years later, delves into an eons-long eugenics project orchestrated by the super-intelligences of Arisia, who are engineering two genetic lines to forge the ultimate weapon in their cosmic conflict against the Eddore. The narrative ...

Dive into another thrilling pulp science fiction adventure by E.E. Doc Smith. In a galaxy where civilization thrives and lensmen guard every world, the threat of devastating Atomic Vortices looms large. The only hope lies with the brilliant human computer known as Storm Cloud, who finds himself caught in a web of intrigue involving nefarious villains and alluring femme fatales. Join us for a captivating tale filled with action, suspense, and a touch of the unexpected. - Summary by Phil Chenevert

Dive into an exhilarating blend of far-future science fiction and classic sword and sorcery with Tedric. This gripping tale follows the formidable hero, Tedric, a quintessential mans man who stands firmly against the cruel demands of the god Sarpedion, who seeks human sacrifices. Determined to thwart this malevolence, Tedric embarks on a quest to uncover long-lost secrets of metallurgy, aided by future social scientists. But his journey takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the enchanting Lady Rhoaan, who captivates him like no other. Written by the legendary E. E. Doc Smith, creator of ...

When the Inter-Planetary Corporations (IPC) state-of-the-art liner, the “IPV Arcturus,” embarks on what was supposed to be a routine journey to Mars, it quickly spirals into an unexpected and perilous adventure. With numerous reports of navigational discrepancies flooding in from the Check Stations, brilliant physicist Dr. Percival (“Steve”) Stevens joins the crew on a mission to uncover the truth and defend the honor of the dedicated pilots. They believe in their skills, knowing the Check Stations are the ones at fault. However, as the Arcturus approaches Mars, the ...

Dive into the thrilling universe of Skylark Three, the second installment in the legendary Skylark of Space series. Experience the breathtaking adventures filled with daring escapades and the epic clash of unimaginable forces across galaxies, masterfully crafted by the renowned Doc Smith. The stakes are higher, the technology more advanced, and the battles more spectacular than ever before. Continuing the saga from the first book, The Skylark of Space, originally penned between 1915 and 1921, serialized in Amazing Stories in 1928, and published in 1946, this sequel was serialized in 1930 and ...