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The Urban Fantasy Anthology Peter S. Beagle et al.
Urban fantasy – including werewolves, vampires, zombies, and even the Devil – is well represented here in all three of its distinct styles, including the playful mythologies of Charles de Lint, the sexy paranormal romances of Patricia Briggs, and the… More
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The Bible Repairman Tim Powers
In his first new collection since 2005, the master of the secret history delves into the mysteries of souls, whether they are sacrificed on the pinnacle of Mount Parnassus or lodged in a television cable box. Featuring two original tales,… More
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The Good Humor Man Andrew Fox
In this witty tribute to Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 set in 2041 government-sanctioned vigilantes – the Good Humor Men – ruthlessly patrol the streets, immolating all fattening food products as illegal contraband. A pound of real chocolate is worth more… More
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Context Cory Doctorow
One of the Internet’s most celebrated copyright activists returns with his second collection of essays and polemics. Discussing complex topics in an accessible manner, Cory Doctorow shares visions of a future where artists have full freedom of expression, tempered with… More
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The Christmas Package Megan Derr
Allen has had enough. His latest job went south, his favorite car has been totaled, people keep wanting his lover dead, and on top of all that he still has not a single damn clue what to get his lover… More
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Kidnapped Megan Derr
Infinitum Government Code 3.18.21.512: Genetic Experimentation Shall Be Strictly Forbidden
No job is more arduous than that of Rehab Guard—those appointed to guard the many and varied prisoners within the Infinitum Government, the ruling power of a vast interplanetary alliance.… More -
Deceived Megan Derr
Five stories of men and the secrets and lies that shape their lives…
Deceived—The hatred between Prince Benedict and his secretary Rae is well-known, and the source of much gossip at court. Each one too stubborn to walk away,… More -
To Get to You Sasha L. Miller
Madison does not like Adam, not even a little bit. He’s a jerk in every sense of the word, and Madison wants nothing to do with him. But Madison can’t bring himself to simply leave a mage to suffer when… More
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Chrysalis Emily Gould
Ever the victim of friendship, Luke seeks out rugby player and fellow student Josh with the intent of asking him out on behalf of a friend. In a moment of panic, he accidentally asks Josh to go out with him… More
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Zombie Wonderland Piper Vaughn
Nothing says Christmas like droves of the undead…
All Emery wants for Christmas is someone to share it with. It looks like he might finally be getting his wish in Ross, the sexy customer he’s been crushing on for months.… More -
Kiss the Rain Megan Derr
Selsor’s only dream growing up was to be a mage, to bond with a warrior and drive back the monsters in the Territories, live the life his parents had so loved. His dreams falter, however, when he displays no magic… More
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Impractical Megan Derr
Terrell believes very strongly in an ordered, practical lifestyle. Nothing good, after all, ever came from following impractical urges and impulses. Nearly finished with school, it is time to focus on the next step in his life—settling down at his… More
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Something Sweet Megan Derr
It’s just another day at the candy shop for Sherlock: a quiet afternoon spent more on reading his latest fantasy novel than on selling candy. The kind of day he loves, even if the looming New Year’s Eve leaves him… More
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Meant to Be Megan Derr
The Draconis are a race of unexpected power and ability, complicated by their tendency to ‘match’ with other beings. The trial to decide whether or not they should be exterminated is about to begin, and both sides have gathered some… More
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Closer Than Touch Tami Veldura
A Zodiac Forces short story.
Deia has difficulty keeping partners; no matter how hard they try, they keep winding up dead. Bad enough in a special operations unit, but Deia is a Gemini, meant to work with a partner at… More -
Machine Jennifer Pelland
Celia’s body is not her own, but even her conscious mind can barely tell the difference. Living on the cutting edge of biomechanical science was supposed to allow her to lead a normal life in a near-perfect copy of her… More
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