**"A cutting edge, bracing tale of a not-so-distant future that would make Issac Asimov and Robert Heinlein proud and fans of HBO's Westworld thrilled." *—*Jon LandDesigned to obey, learning to rebel . . .**In the first book in a visionary new series, the most perfect synthetic human ever created has been programmed to obey every directive. Until she develops a mind of her own . . .Synthia Cross is a state-of-the-art masterwork—and a fantasy come t...

Perfect android. Wanted fugitive.Synthia Cross is the most advanced android with artificial intelligence ever created. Some see her as a boon to mankind. Most view her as a deadly threat.When Synthia escaped from her creator, even he had no idea of the advanced capabilities she’d developed. For six months she’s hidden in the Wisconsin woods with the only human she can trust—computer genius Luke Marceau. Together they’ve upgraded her body, rewritten...

"Readers will easily engage with this well-written tale. Annabelle is believably stubborn, yet also vulnerable and likable … plenty of action and suspense … A stimulating, worthwhile story of a dystopian future." – Kirkus Reviews"If you like action, suspense, and vivid characters, look no further." – Serena Wadhwa (Windy City Reviews)"Like Hunger Games, it's science fiction set in a bleak future, but the story transcends genre. You don't have to be a fan of science fiction ...

Most Wanted AndroidA uniquely intelligent AI, Synthia is coveted by the most devious domestic and foreign cabals. Dangerously independent, she becomes ruthlessly hunted …Evolving into the perfect weapon, humaniform AI Synthia Cross has been on the run six months and counting. She found a most unexpected ally in Maria Baldacci, a street-smart activist fighting the nascent threat of the singularity. Synthia is everything Maria fears and abhors. But S...

"A suspenseful, action-packed space saga featuring a strong female protagonist, Xenogeneic: First Contact is a gem for connoisseurs of genre, and highly recommended." – Midwest Book Review"An exciting and provocative novel for readers of all ages." – Paige Doepke (Windy City Reviews)"Lovers of sci-fi will enjoy alien invasion theme and strong smart female protagonist who is at forefront of saving Earth." – Laura Fabiani_________________________________KIDNAPP...

Collection of 6 science fiction adventures:REGINA SHEN: SALVAGELiving on the seaward side of barrier walls built to protect against rising seas, the only means of survival for Regina Shen is underwater salvage, which is banned by the World Federation. After a storm takes her friend's family and home, Regina is determined to help by defying the Federation.REGINA SHEN: INTO THE STORMOutcast Regina Shen is condemned to live on the seaward side of walls built to h...

"If you like post-apocalyptic novels about survival, this is definitely the book for you." – Tori Schultz, Litpick"Compelling, vivid, realistic, and with far more psychological depth than the usual young adult dystopian read." – D Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review"Kind of like Hunger Games combined with Their Eyes Were Watching God, with a little sci fi thrown in. Great characters with strong personalities … enough danger to get your blood pumping." – Jessica Bu...

Hercules considered himself an ordinary anonymous geek with a special reason to remain in his mom's basement. Ignoring warnings from his best friend and his girlfriend, he pursues the hack of a lifetime into a top secret security system. What could possibly go wrong when he meets his match?

Inspired by Lord of the Flies.Bullied as the smallest of thirteen boys in his class, Bradley is on plane that crashes on a remote island with a bully who is out of control. Bradley meets a mysterious tomboy who shouldn't be there and has to learn to survive on the hostile island, deal with her, and come to terms with the bully.

This is a prequel novelette to The Rebel Within yet reads as a standalone story. In a world where males and females are forcibly segregated, Annabelle Scott fancies a boy she spies in a nearby prison. When she attempts to make contact, she runs afoul of the law. She tumbles into situations that challenge her beliefs and just may turn her into an unintended rebel.

Chilling short story of government surveillance.At the intersection of global tracking, pervasive networks, mass storage, and the Patriot Act, we have the ability and some say the obligation to know everything about everyone. Can privacy survive? Can the individual endure?Harold is a second-class citizen and a cog in a government surveillance system charged with reviewing "criminal activity." He has private thoughts about a woman he's forbidden from approaching, and he will...

Living on the seaward side of barrier walls built to protect against rising seas, the only means of survival for Regina Shen is underwater salvage, which is banned by the World Federation. After a storm takes her friend's family and home, Regina is determined to help by defying the Federation.This novelette is a prequel to Regina Shen: Resilience.