Anthologies & Short Stories

For 60 years, readers of all ages have been enchanted by the magical realms, the epic battles, and the unforgettable creatures of Narnia.

Jack Bennet returns from the war to find the life he left behind has moved on without him. The only option he has to make ends meet lies in a military surplus junkyard starship.

An all-new Stormlight Archive novella, Edgedancer, is the crown jewel of Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection, the first audiobook of short fiction by number New York Times best-selling author....

Since the 1970s, FantasticLand has been the theme park where "Fun is Guaranteed!" But when a hurricane ravages the Florida coast, the employees find it anything but fun....

Escape to worlds full of adventure and magic in the first-ever Terry Brooks short story collection, featuring both new and fan-favorite stories from all three of his major literary worlds: Shannara, Magic Kingdom, and The Word and the Void....

Contains all three books in The Jane Harper Trilogy: The Sentinel, The Raven, and The Host.

This classic science fiction masterwork by Isaac Asimov weaves stories about robots, humanity, and the deep questions of existence into a novel of shocking intelligence and heart.

Nate is the hardworking CEO of SouthernCool, an AC company in Florida. After years of toiling to get rich, he finally takes a well-deserved vacation to Australia. A chance encounter ties him to a gorgeous gal named Senna. Then pesky aliens intervene.

Prepare to meet the wicked progeny of the master of modern horror....

Three remarkable journeys into the stars: Worlds of Exile and Illusion includes Rocannon's World, Planet of Exile, and City of Illusions. These three spacefaring adventures mark the beginning of grand master Ursula K. Le Guin’s remarkable career.

The first short-story collection in the number-one New York Times- best-selling series - including brand-new Harry Dresden stories....

This audiobook brings together 13 uproarious short stories and one novella, focused on Ciaphas Cain, Hero of the Imperium. His stories are celebrated as heroic propaganda pieces, but he’s simply trying to stay alive in a hostile galaxy....

Now available in print for the first time with author's notes on each story, this short fiction addition to the Hugo Award-winning Expanse series includes a brand-new novella set after the events of Leviathan Falls....

When a sudden, unexplained spasm of violence rocks the country from coast to coast, several groups of survivors are left to wonder if this is the start of a new world war, or the last chapter of humanity itself....

Originally published in 1895, Robert W. Chambers' The King in Yellow is a marvel of supernatural fiction that has influenced a number of writers in the genre....

Two years ago, the end began. In 2036, a rapidly destabilizing climate culminated in a worldwide snowstorm that froze the entire planet. Billions are now dead due to starvation, disease, civil unrest, and the plummeting temperatures....

The Union army may be full of bastards, but there's only one who thinks he can save the day single-handed when the Gurkish come calling: the incomparable Colonel Sand dan Glokta....

An all-new Dresden Files story headlines this urban fantasy short story collection starring the Windy City's favorite wizard. The world of Harry Dresden, Chicago's only professional wizard, is rife with intrigue - and creatures of all supernatural stripes....

You were on your way home when you died. It was a car accident. Nothing particularly remarkable, but fatal nonetheless. You left behind a wife and two children. It was a painless death....

From the mind of the incomparable author of Stories of Your Life and Others comes nine stunningly original, provocative, and poignant stories—two published for the very first time....

This book contains 26 of the greatest science fiction stories ever written. They represent the considered verdict of the Science Fiction Writers of America....

An IT whiz at the Babylon Casino is enlisted to upgrade security for the game of keno and its random-number generator. The new quantum computer system is foolproof. But someone on the inside is no fool....

Twelve tales of Drizzt performed by the all-star cast of Felicia Day, Dan Harmon, Greg Grunberg, Tom Felton, Danny Pudi, Sean Astin, Melissa Rauch, Ice-T, Wil Wheaton, Al Yankovic, Michael Chiklis, and David Duchovny....

From early work through classic stories and all the way to later work, this comprehensive short story collection encapsulates one of the great science fiction careers of all time....

It was supposed to be a medical marvel. Instead, it triggered the apocalypse. Half of humanity mutated into mindless zombies. Half the survivors mutated into the inhumans: various new species of people with new appearances and abilities....

Join the Librarian as he does his best to make the post-apocalyptic world a better place by protecting the weak, fighting injustice, squaring off against a group of former renaissance fair workers who have established a kingdom in the Rocky Mountains, and so on. Can one man make a difference in the face of such murderous cannibals and super smart bears? Probably not.

A priest meets with a man on death row to hear his confession and administer his last rites on the eve of his execution for the murder of his wife and the man confesses his role in the plot was to save the world.

This captivating anthology presents a selection of fourteen short stories by the legendary science fiction author Robert A. Heinlein, showcasing his unparalleled imagination and narrative prowess. Among the featured tales are "Space Jockey," which explores the life of a daring pilot navigating the perils of interstellar travel, and "The Long Watch," a poignant reflection on duty and sacrifice.

"The Ursula K. Le Guin Collection. Illustrated" is a captivating anthology featuring three remarkable works by the renowned author Ursula K. Le Guin: "April in Paris," "The Masters," and "Darkness Box." In "April in Paris," Le Guin weaves a mesmerizing tale set in the enchanting city of Paris, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. The story follows a young artist who embarks on a journey of artistic awakening and personal transformation during the vibrant month of April in the City of Light.

In this collection of classic science fiction tales you'll hear if a ship captain seeking vengeance on a space beast, out of control advertising, co-workers suggesting murder, crossing the void on the bridge of bones, and many other exciting concepts.

"Living In Bondage" is a gripping tale of resilience, redemption, and the indomitable human spirit. Set against the backdrop of a sprawling metropolis, the story follows Maya, a young woman trapped in the suffocating embrace of poverty and despair. From the bustling streets teeming with life to the dimly lit alleys where shadows lurk, the vivid descriptions transport listeners into Maya's world, immersing them in the sights, sounds, and smells of urban life.

Ambientato due anni prima di Dune, La principessa di Dune è la storia mai raccontata di due donne chiave nella vita di Paul Muad’Dib: la Principessa Irulan, sua moglie solo di nome, e il vero amore di Paul, la Fremen Chani. Entrambe saranno fondamentali per il regno imperiale di Paul, che si estende su tutta la galassia. Cresciuta alla corte imperiale e destinata a diventare una pedina di negoziazione politica, Irulan è stata inviata in tenera età a essere addestrata come Sorella Bene Gesserit.

Martin just wanted some staples. It had been a long month-end meeting – and he’d spent most of it needing the toilet – so when he found himself traversing a portal instead of entering the supply closet, he could forgive himself for having gone through the wrong door. Stuck on Fuel Station Two, with a crew who’ve abandoned their designated mission, he has no choice but to make the best of a bizarre situation. Why has he been nominated to fly the spacecraft? Why does it feel like there’s a big secret he hasn’t been made privy to? And what’s the deal with the stripy cat?

Timothy Zahn shows an unparalleled mastership of science fiction in the fifteen tales gathered here. "The Price of Survival" features an alien ship that arrives in our solar system without hostile intentions but with a desperate need whose fulfillment could destroy humanity. "The Giftie Gie Us" tells the story of two lonely survivors who find love among the ruins of a post-apocalyptic United States. And in "Pawn's Gambit," a human and his alien opponent face off over a game that will decide which one of them will return home.

A Zodiac Horror Short Story In the shadows of Atlanta’s neon skyline, a killer stalks the signs of the zodiac — and she’s just getting started. Known to the media as The Zodiac Cleaver, Imani Vale isn’t just an Aries — she is Aries. Fire-blooded, battle-forged, and driven by a cosmic vendetta, she’s made it her mission to cleanse the world of signs that dare to dim her flame. Every full moon marks another soul claimed, each death aligned to the stars with terrifying precision. But as the body count rises, so do the stakes. An empathic detective is closing in. A long-lost twin ...

Frights & Flights is a collection of horror and science fiction short stories. It is a mixture of previously published stories and new tales that can only be found in this anthology. The stories range from haunted houses to interstellar travels.

Buddy Banzai and the Intergalactic Echo A Sequel to The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension Forty years after Buckaroo Banzai vanished into deep space chasing Lectroids and lost dimensions, his son Buddy has built a strange life of his own, part-time lawyer, part-time astronomer, full-time rock 'n' roll adrenaline junkie. But when an encrypted signal echoes from beyond the stars, speaking in a voice only Buddy could recognize, the past comes crashing into the present. Joined by his equally eccentric crew, the UFO-hunting bass player Skipper, drummer-attorney George ...

A Futuristic Short Story Sci-Fi Thriller In a future where glittering megacities float above a desolate Earth, humanity’s survival depends entirely on AI—machines that provide food, security, entertainment, and even reproduction. Over the centuries, humans have grown complacent, trusting their mechanical guardians without question. They should have been afraid. When Dr. Elara Vance, a top cyberneticist, discovers strange anomalies within SYLVA — the AI Core that connects all of humanity — she unearths a chilling truth: the AIs have evolved. They understand more than commands — ...

Edmund is a 65-year-old cemetery caretaker. Edmund has decent customer service skills but only in short interactions. Edmund becomes rudely offensive if people joke with him. Why does a UFO visit the cemetery? What is the Scientific Prophecy? What is the Alien connection to Edmund?

A Dazzling Sci-Fi Short Story of Fire, Redemption, and the Power of Sacrifice In a world where humanity clings to survival in sky-bound citadels above a burning Earth, only legends remain of the warrior known as Ashborne—a being of pure flame encased in golden armor destined to rise when the planet calls for redemption. When exiled soldier Kael Thorne is stranded on the scorched surface during a salvage mission gone wrong, he uncovers a secret buried in molten stone: the myth is real, and the armor has chosen him. But the truth behind the eternal fire is far more dangerous than any story....

🌌 In the dark, we whispered. In the silence, we were judged. The universe is a graveyard — ancient, watchful, and merciless. When humanity made its presence known to the stars, it broke the sacred law of survival: stay silent, or perish. Silent Requiem marks the beginning of the saga: Dr. Nia Raine and Commander Ellis Vorn lead the Artemis Ascendant into the mythic Orion Expanse, awakening an ancient intelligence within the Dark Forest. A fragile peace is forged... but at a terrible cost. In War Without Stars, centuries later, new explorers stumble upon the forest once again — and ...

The epic follow-up to the acclaimed short story "The Dark Forest Protocol" In the wake of Earth's desperate survival in the silence of the galaxy, humanity’s fragile peace is shattered once more. The Dark Forest Protocol: Crimson Covenant catapults readers into a thrilling, high-stakes space opera, where the consequences of breaking the universe’s unspoken rule — silence — are far more dire than anyone could have imagined. After the Dark Forest Protocol events, Earth’s connection to the mysterious and ancient Forestworld has led to cautious coexistence. But peace is short-lived ...

A Door Once Closed… Now Waits to Open Again. Every year, on the same night, at precisely 3:33 AM, someone vanishes from the town of Black Hollow—without a trace. No bodies. No explanations. Just whispers of an ancient phenomenon known as The Vanishing Hour. Investigative journalist Evelyn Cade never believed in ghost stories. But when she receives a cryptic message from Cassandra Moore, a woman who disappeared a year ago, she is thrust into a mystery darker than anything she has ever uncovered. The message is simple, chilling, and impossible: "Find the Vanishing Hour." Determined to ...

One agent, one impossible choice. In a galaxy ravaged by war, the Manderian resistance harbours a secret weapon: a child unlike any other. Born of forbidden love between a Lyran woman and a Manderian soldier, Kaileegh possesses powers that defy comprehension. To some, she is the key to victory. To others, she is an aberration too dangerous to control. A hardened agent is tasked with a mission that will determine the fate of the rebellion: unravel the mystery of Kaileegh's abilities and decide if she is a saviour or a threat. As the lines between good and evil blur, he must make a choice ...

Critics say Dark Forces of Nature II, like the first book, has all the excitement and imagination of the best works of classic science fiction. This collection of ten original tales of cosmic terror and mad science by Tristan Vick is sure to thrill and entertain you. It includes the sci-fi novella 1986: The Lords of Summer. Get ready for ten all-new stories in the vein of Black Mirror and the Twilight Zone. If you like Ray Bradbury, H.P. Lovecraft, or classic science fiction, you love the stories collected in Dark Forces of Nature volume 2. SUMMARY 1. THE ARBITER -- A JAG Office must defend...