Fletcher Pratt, a master of science fiction and fantasy, co-author of the acclaimed "Incomplete Enchanter" and "Gavagan's Bar" series, presents 7 of his novels and stories. Included are:INTRODUCTION, by John BetancourtOFFICIAL RECORDDANGERDR. GRIMSHAW’S SANITARIUMTHE ONSLAUGHT FROM RIGEL [novel]THE OCTOPUS CYCLE [short novel]EXPEDITION TO PLUTO [short novel]THE BLUE STAR [novel]If you enjoy this MEGAPACK® and want to see mor...

Among those who have studied it the Civil War has the peculiar quality of arousing strong partisanship for or against particular figures. In addition, there is a good deal of controversy as to the exact sequence of events, especially in some of the battles.The present one-volume history of the war is written for the man-in-the-street who, perhaps justifiably, has not the time to follow out the details of such controversies...

Fletcher Pratt's fantasy classic. "The Well Of The Unicorn is one of the finest novels in the field of heroic fantasy."-- L. Sprague de Camp.

"99 Science Fiction Short Stories" brings together some of the finest sci fi short stories ever crafted. Featuring gems from masters of the genre, such as H.G Wells , Robert Barr , PKD, Marion Zimmer Bradley, Norton, and many, many more!

Director Unterbaum of the Intercolonial Office rose from his chair as the pair came in.I take it you haven't met before? he said.Mr. and Mrs. Lanzerotti, this is Ann Starnes, the recording photographer, and Robert Heidekopfer, one of our better writers.There were smiles and acknowledgments. Unterbaum touched a pair of buttons on his desk and two chairs slid out of the walls to make a group of five.Sit down, please, he said.Now I'm not going to mince words. The reason you're here is because...

We know that many scientists believe that life may originally have come to earth in the form of spores, from other solar systems and other universes. We therefore might really have had our home dim ages ago, on worlds distantly removed from our earth. The ability to travel the interstellar spaces, however, might also be possessed by other creatures-creatures driven by fear, necessity and by the will to conquer. And if they come, in mighty waves, with scientific powers far beyond us, to dom...

We know that many scientists believe that life may originally have come to earth in the form of spores, from other solar systems and other universes. We therefore might really have had our home dim ages ago, on worlds distantly removed from our earth.

A jagged beam of flame, intenser than the hottest furnace leaped through the air, struck the green globe and reached the earth in a thousand tiny rivulets of light. A fantastic futuristic tale of science fiction awesomeness, brought to you by Fletcher Pratt!

Welcome to Black Cat Weekly #58.This issue kicks off our Halloween celebrations with a holiday-inspired tale. An incomplete draft of “Had a Wife...” was found in Janet Fox’s papers following her death, and I completed it. I hope you enjoy it. Keeping up the fantasy theme, we have a powerful tale by Craig Laurance Gidney inspired by the music of Joni Mitchell (selected by our acquiring editor Cynthia Ward). Our other acquiring editors have been busy, too—Michael Bracken pre...

In the novel, Earth faces a formidable threat from technologically advanced beings from Rigel who launch a devastating attack on humanity. The storyline likely explores themes of interstellar conflict, human resilience, and the implications of first contact with extraterrestrial civilizations.Fletcher Pratt's writing typically includes elements of adventure, scientific speculation, and exploration of social and political themes. "The Onslaught from Rigel" is expected to reflect his skill i...

The Blue Star is set in a world that combines elements of fantasy and science fiction. The story follows the adventures of its protagonist, who becomes entangled in a quest involving a mysterious and powerful artifact known as the Blue Star.The novel's narrative unfolds as the protagonist navigates a series of challenges and encounters various characters, each with their own motivations and secrets. The plot is characterized by its blend of action, intrigue, and speculative elements, offer...

When psychologist Harold Shea attempts to transport himself into the world of Edmund Spenser's Faerie Queene, something goes catastrophically wrong. Instead of landing in the relatively familiar realm of knights and chivalry, he finds himself trapped in the iron-walled fortress of Atlante, deep within the savage world of Ariosto's Orlando Furioso. Here, in a castle that defies both logic and escape, Shea must navigate a realm where madness reigns supreme, hippogriffs soar through crimson s...