“The Tunnel” by Matt Cowens
His home colony faltering under an inhuman attack, Gregor’s world is rocked by a greater threat when he visits “The Tunnel.” [6min] Excerpt: Gregor slipped through the gap in the fence and into the open space of the park. He dashed forward and dive-rolled behind a steel climbing frame, then sprang up into a crouch. [...]
“Complete Artistic Control” by Bruce Boston
Lester’s state-of-the-art software gave him complete artistic control. He was just about to finish his first novel and become a best-selling author. Then, he got a call from the Publishers Bureau of Investigation. [7min] Excerpt: My implants were sizzling. I was on a roll. Words flashed through my mind. I watched as they transposed to [...]
“Hailing Frequency” by Matthue Roth
Aliens have invaded Earth, and my girlfriend might be breaking up with me. [27min] Excerpt: An hour after she leaves, I am climbing the walls. What do I do? Am I really supposed to look for jobs? Would anyone seriously consider a resume from someone who’s applying for jobs in the middle of an alien [...]
“Outsourced” by Shelly Li
Alienation: looking around and wondering when the footsteps of humanity had cooled from the earth. [6 min] Excerpt: The sign in the window says: “Offering Jobs to Non-Humans Only.” Oh my God, I think as I trudge along the street, walking and walking to find an employer that will hire a human. It’s been three [...]
“Nothing Left to Salvage” by Jennifer Brozek
Esda and Seairth believe they have found the salvage of a lifetime. It is a derelict ship that promises riches and an easy life. What they find is a horror beyond imagining that will end their salvaging days forever. [16min]
“Honoring the Dead” by Jennifer Brozek
War is hell. No one knows that better than Guard Commander Waithe. What people do not talk about is the hell that comes after for those in command who survive. Not one to shirk his duty, Waithe performs his duty and honors his dead. (26 min)
“The Derby” by Ripley Patton
Audio version now available! Homer, Alaska will always have its rumors about what happened to Paul and Jimbo that fateful night. – Nominated for the 2009 Sir Julius Vogel award for New Zealanders. (27 min)
“A Speck in the Universe” by Ripley Patton
Freshmen are notorious for chasing alien tail, and I was no exception. (13min) WARNING: Adult themes. … ….
