The 54th Golden Age of Science Fiction MEGAPACK® collects Doomesday Eve, a classic novel, plus 9 great short stories by Robert Moore Williams. Complete contents include:Dooomsday EveDark RealityJohn Holder's WeaponLord of the Silent DeathMiss Tweedham's ElogarsnNew LampsQuest on IoSecret of the PaintingWhat Inhabits Me?

Robert Moore Williams (1907–1977) was an American writer, primarily of science fiction. He wrote not only under his own name, but as John S. Browning, H. H. Hermon, Russell Storm and E. K. Jarvis (a house name shared with other writers). Rereading his work in preparation for assembling this volume, we were impressed by how well much of his fiction holds up today. His writing style is smooth and crisp, and he avoids scientific lectures, preferring to let the plots speak for himself. Include...

Here for your reading delectation, are 25 outre tales of crime. Since history has proven that there is nothing unusual or unexpected about the human (or inhuman) drive to break the law, it should come as no surprise that the weird, the strange, the supernatural, and the just plain odd often, in fictional form, manifest themselves allayed to the criminal element. Included are:INTRODUCTION, by Shawn GarrettTHE WINDOW OF HORRORS, by H.L. MenckenTHE FOOTSTEPS ON THE STAIR...

Worlds of If was a three time winner of the Hugo Award for best science fiction magazine. Worlds of If discovered many talented writers who would go on to dominate genre fiction. This is the third in our Worlds of If series with even more memorable stories from its tremendous run. ‘The Yillian Way’ by Keith Laumer ‘Homo Inferior’ by Mari Wolf ‘The Talkative Tree’ by H.B. Fyfe ‘Show Business’ by Boyd Ellanby ‘The One and the Many’ by Milton Lesser ‘The Stowaway’ by Alvin Heiner ‘Sound of Te...

The story follows the protagonist, Dr. John Marco, a scientist who discovers the existence of this mysterious planet. Intrigued by the possibility of interacting with an advanced alien civilization, Dr. Marco embarks on a journey to explore the planet and uncover its secrets.As Dr. Marco and his team delve deeper into the planet's secrets, they encounter strange phenomena and powerful beings that challenge their understanding of the universe. The novel delves into themes of exploration, di...

Science fiction and crime go hand-in-tentacle, if you’ll pardon the expression. Many of the science fiction field’s greatest writers also wrote mysteries…and vice versa. And sometimes the science fiction stories were mysteries. Our latest MEGAPACK® contains nothing but those blended SF-and-Mystery stories, by some of the greatest writers in the field. Included are:ORIGINS OF GALACTIC LAW, by Edward WellenDragNeuroNet, by John Gregory BetancourtDON'T GET TECHNATAL, by ...

In the midst of the war - that terrible conflict that threatened humanity's total destruction - the "new people" suddenly appeared. Quietly performing incredible deeds, vanishing at will, they were an enigma to both sides. Kurt Zen was an American intelligence officer among the many sent to root them out. He found them. Taken captive in their hidden lair, he waited as the enemy prepared to launch the super missile, the bomb to end all bombs - and all life. If only he could find the source ...

Fantastic Universe' started publishing in 1953 and continued until March 1960. It was one of the better magazines to launch during the boom in science fiction magazines publishing. It published many important stories' by some of the fields best known writers. Collected in this over sized edition are more than 175,000 words of science fiction and fantasy. Escape back to the golden age of science fiction! 'Exile from Space' by Judith Merril 'Cogito, Ergo Sum' by John Foster West 'Grove of th...

Planet Stories was an American pulp science fiction magazine, published between 1939 and 1955. It featured interplanetary adventures, both in space and on other planets, and managed to obtain work from well-known names, including Isaac Asimov and Clifford Simak.In 1952 Planet published Philip K. Dick's first sale, and went on to print more of his stories over the next years.This Super Pack features 31 of the very best stories from the magazine, and is guaran...

The novel begins with Dr. Raymond Talbot working on a groundbreaking project that involves creating a new type of energy source, referred to as "new lamps." These lamps are symbolic of a broader technological revolution that promises to solve many of the world’s energy problems, bringing light and power to even the most remote parts of the world.As Talbot and his team make progress, the world watches with a mix of hope and fear. The new technology has the potential to bring about incredibl...

In "Dark Reality," Williams likely presents a speculative narrative that explores themes of science fiction and the unknown. The title suggests that the story may delve into darker or more ominous aspects of reality, perhaps involving elements of mystery, suspense, or horror.The narrative may follow characters who encounter a reality or situation that defies conventional understanding, leading to a journey of exploration and discovery as they attempt to uncover the truth behind the dark re...

This science fiction novel is set on Io, one of Jupiter's moons, known for its extreme volcanic activity and harsh environment. The story follows a group of explorers or colonists who embark on a mission to uncover the secrets of the moon and the potential for human habitation.As the narrative unfolds, the characters encounter various challenges, including the dangers posed by Io's volatile landscape, potential alien life forms, and the internal conflicts that arise within the group. The q...