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The classic far-future novel about the telepathic bond of friendship between human and animal from the grande dame of science fiction and fantasy. Exiled after his home planet was turned into a military outpost following an interstellar war, Troy Horan is relocated to the planet of Korwar. Under the watchful eye of the police state, he lives in the slums in a restricted area for sub-citizens. He works as a day laborer in an interplanetary pet shop and has no idea why the Terran animals have been imported to Korwar or why he has the ability to silently communicate with them.

If it is possible to conquer space, then perhaps it is also possible to conquer time. At least that was the theory American scientists were exploring in an effort to explain the new sources of knowledge the Russians possessed. Perhaps Russian scientists had discovered how to transport themselves back in time in order to learn long-forgotten secrets of the past.

Simon Tregarth, a man from our own world, escapes his doom through the gates to the Witch World. There he aids the witch Jaelithe's escape from the hounds of Alizon, only to find himself embroiled in a deeper war against an even deadlier foe: the Kolder.

A SFWA Grandmaster Reimagines a Fantasy Masterpiece. Humans wear collars and Elves wear crowns. Dragons watch from the shadows while the world burns. Shana is the forbidden child of an immortal Elvenlord and a human slave. She was raised in secret by dragons who taught her mind-magic that makes...

In the heart of the Civil War, Drew Rennie faces a challenging journey as a cavalry scout under Confederate General John Hunt Morgan. After leaving home in 1862, Drew struggles with the weight of his grandfather's disdain, stemming from family secrets and a difficult past. As he navigates the tumultuous landscape of war, he takes on the responsibility of his spirited fifteen-year-old cousin, Boyd, who has defied his family to join the fight. Together, they encounter the harsh realities of military life, testing their courage and brotherhood. This gripping story explores themes of loyalty, ...

In the aftermath of the Civil War, Tubacca, Arizona, is a town filled with veterans seeking a fresh start. Amid this backdrop, Drew Rennie arrives with his thoroughbred stud, Shiloh, a mare close to giving birth, and a mule. As a recently discharged soldier from Forrest’s Confederate scouts, Drew carries the weight of his past. In a place where every newcomer is scrutinized, he must navigate the complexities of a town that mirrors his own shattered spirit. Drew's struggle is not just for survival but for redemption. He encounters others like him, each with their own burdens and stories, as ...

Embark on a journey through resilience and rebellion with "Defiant Agents (Version 2)," a podcast that delves into the complexities of resistance against oppressive forces. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that explores themes of courage, identity, and the struggle for freedom in the face of overwhelming odds. Listeners will encounter characters who challenge the status quo, navigating treacherous landscapes both physical and psychological as they fight for their autonomy and the fate of their worlds. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate ...

Venture into the enigmatic world of "People of the Crater," where the allure of ancient prophecies and the thrill of adventure collide in a hidden land shrouded in mist. This podcast invites listeners to explore a rotating collection of complete audiobooks that delve into themes of destiny, exploration, and the struggle against darkness. Each episode features a unique narrative that draws upon the rich tapestry of myth and mystery, inviting you to accompany brave protagonists on their quests to uncover secrets long buried. As they confront strange creatures and navigate uncharted territories, ...

When a Terran outpost is destroyed by the menacing insectoid Throgs, two human (and two wolverines) survivors must find a way to survive being hunted on a hostile planet. Only an unlikely alliance with the telepathic saurian inhabitants—and the wisdom to distinguish between dreams and reality—will lead them out of darkness and towards a united future.

Even the coming of an autumn dusk could not subdue the color of this land. Shadows here were not gray or black; they were violet and purple. The crumbling adobe walls were laced by strings of crimson peppers, vivid in the torch and lantern light. It had been this way for days, red and yellow, violet—colors many had hardly been aware existed back in the cool green, silver, gray-brown of Kentucky. So this was Tubacca! Back in ‘59 this had been a flourishing town, well on its way to prominence in the Southwest.

Three generations of people have been raised on Astra, a colony established by people escaping from the tyrannical government of Terra. Dalgard is embarking on his coming-of-age exploration of the unknown northern lands. In his canoe with a friendly merman native he travels north and discovers proof that Those Others, the evil master race that formerly ruled the planet, are still a danger.

The Patrol has a strict policy of pushing any star ship infected with unknown plagues straight into the sun, no questions asked. When the crew of the Queen start dropping like flies with no explanation, rival traders start crying, 'Plague Ship!'

Centuries after the civilized world destroyed itself in a dimly-remembered final war, a few rebels courageously searched through the shattered cities-trying to regain old knowledge.

None loves the land as well as Lorcan, orphaned at birth, who has sought his birthright for as long as he can remember. Exiled from his native land when it was invaded by Alizon, he spent his youth in Paltendale where he was treated as an outsider, especially by Hogeth, an heir of that dale, who resented Lorcan’s presence when both were still young men.

Eydrth is a Master Songsmith...who has no magic. She will do anything to save her father from the evil that has stolen his mind. But the paths to the magic of the Witch World are many — and to save the ones you love, the truest magic must come from the heart.

The heritage of the Gryphon will choose its own. The time of choice is now. The urge within him is overwhelming, and Kerovan - he of the cloven hooves and amber eyes - is driven toward the mountains - toward the dark. With him goes the Lady Joisan, who carries with her secrets unknown to Kerovan.

The story of how humanity first came to the Witch World — and almost doomed themselves as they discovered the dangers of their new home. Long ago, after the Elder People deserted the place known as Witch World, a portal opened from another realm, bringing the people of Hallack to colonize the...

Kerovan of Ulmsdale has long borne the curse of his ancestors’ depredations. After pillaging a sanctum of the Old Ones, his bloodline has been forever marred by painful sickness and death. Kerovan was born strong and hardy, but he walks on hooves instead of human feet and sees through eyes of amber - just as the Old Ones had. Bound in marriage to the beautiful Joisan of Ithkrypt, Kerovan seeks to claim his rightful place as lord-heir of Ulmsdale. But first, the couple - separated by distance, yet linked in spirit - must unlock the powers held within a mystical necklace Joisan wears.

Two outstanding and moving novels concluding Andre Norton's legendary Moonsinger series are together in one volume. In Flight to Yiktor, Farree is a hunchback orphan in the slum of a tough, lawless world on the edge of the known galaxy. His only friend? A war-beast rescued from starvation and the fighting pits with whom he has a telepathic connection. In Dare to Go A-Hunting, Farree has discovered a portion of his true heritage as one of the ancient Little People, the Faery Folk, of legend - but so far as he knows, he is the only one of his kind to survive.  

Intelligence agents have uncovered something which seems beyond belief, but the evidence is incontrovertible: The USA's greatest adversary on the world stage is sending its agents back through time! And someone, or something, unknown to our history is presenting them with technologies - and weapons - far beyond our most advanced science. We have only one option: Create time-transfer technology ourselves, find the opposition's ancient source...and take it down.