BLAIR FREEDMAN drückte leicht auf die Düsensteuerung und schickte die X26 in einem weiten, langsamen Bogen auf den Asteroidentunnel zu. Er seufzte und warf einen Blick auf die Karte auf dem Schreibtisch. Reise Nummer siebentausendzweiundzwanzig. Für den Rest seines Lebens. 'Komm her, Jerry', rief er. Jerry Graham, klein und von schlanker Statur, lächelte und verließ den Navigationsschalter. Grahams Gesicht war schwarz, wo sein Rasierapparat dicht unter der Hautoberfläche dichtes Haar hinte...

The title conjures images of intrigue, danger, and perhaps even magical elements. It could involve journeys through exotic lands, encounters with mythical creatures, or clashes with adversaries vying for control of the Flaming Diamond. Additionally, themes of power, ambition, and the nature of leadership might be explored through the character of the queen and her pursuit of the diamond.Ultimately, "Queen of the Flaming Diamond" sounds like the kind of book that transports readers to a viv...

Ein hölzerner Schaft bohrte sich in seine Seite und er kippte rückwärts in den Schnee. Der Schmerz trübte seine Augen, als er versuchte, den Pfeil herauszuziehen. Er wagte nicht um Hilfe zu schreien, damit sie nicht merkten, dass er noch lebte und erneut schossen. Schließlich lag er still und keuchte vor Angst. Die erste Reihe von Reitern galoppierte über den Bergrücken, die Lanzen schimmerten im Mondlicht. Es waren seltsame Männer mit hohen, gekrönten Helmen und ummantelten Schwertern. Di...

Set against the backdrop of a remote woodland area, "Phantom of the Forest" delves into themes of superstition, legend, and the human psyche. The titular character, the Phantom, is rumored to be a ghost or other supernatural entity, with sightings and encounters causing widespread panic and speculation among the townsfolk.As the story unfolds, a group of intrepid individuals - perhaps including a brave protagonist or a team of investigators - sets out to uncover the truth behind the Phanto...

The story centers around a space pilot who embarks on what he believes to be a routine mission. However, he soon discovers that his journey is far from ordinary. As he navigates through the vast expanse of space, he encounters unexpected dangers and mysterious phenomena that challenge his skills and sanity. The title hints at a potentially ominous or futile voyage, suggesting themes of isolation, existential dread, and the unknown.Leroy Yerxa's writing style in "One-Way Ticket to Nowhere" ...

"Through the Asteroids—To Hell!" is a science fiction novel set in a future where space travel is advanced enough to navigate through the asteroid belt. The story follows a group of astronauts or space travelers on a dangerous mission through this treacherous region of space.The plot revolves around the crew's journey as they encounter various challenges and obstacles within the asteroid belt. These could include navigating through dense asteroid fields, dealing with space hazards, and pos...

Die Alten nannten es das Auge der Magie - dieses seltsame Stück Rubinglas. Und wenn Sie zu lange hineingeschaut haben, haben Sie.... Ich habe viele Wochen lang gezögert, diese Worte aufzunehmen. Jetzt bin ich gezwungen, es zu tun. Warum bin ich gezwungen, der Welt eine Geschichte mitzuteilen, die mir gehört und nur mir? Warum muss ich gegen meinen Willen etwas an Sie weitergeben, das ich lieber für mich behalte? Wenn Sie Ron Crawford hießen und am zwanzigsten Juni ein altes Antiquitätenges...

Leroy Yerxa delivers a gripping pulp-style science fiction adventure in Through the Asteroids—To Hell!, where deep space becomes a corridor of relentless danger and survival is never guaranteed. The story thrusts readers into a high-risk journey through treacherous asteroid fields, where navigation, courage, and split-second decisions determine who lives and who is lost. Yerxa’s writing embraces the energy of classic space adventure fiction, blending suspe...

Phantom of the Forest by Leroy Yerxa invites you into a world where the line between reality and illusion quietly disappears, drawing you deeper with every page. This captivating story weaves together mystery, suspense, and the haunting beauty of nature, creating an atmosphere that feels both mesmerizing and unsettling. From the very first moment, readers are pulled into a forest that seems alive—watching, waiting, and holding secrets that refuse to stay buried.Wha...

Leroy Yerxa was an American science fiction and fantasy writer who lived from 1915 to 1946. He wrote over 30 stories for various pulp magazines, such as Amazing Stories, Fantastic Adventures, and Planet Stories. He was known for his imaginative and colorful plots, often involving alien worlds, lost civilizations, and ancient secrets. He died of tuberculosis at the age of 31, leaving behind a legacy of creative and adventurous stories that influenced many later writers in the genre.T...

Like a ghost in the night a whole Mono train vanished. And it was up to Jeff Blake to find out where it had gone...

Like a ghost in the night a whole Mono train vanished. And it was up to Jeff Blake to find out where it had gone...