A remarkable collection, Robots through the Ages includes stories from some of the best writers of science fiction, both old and new.This anthology, with an introduction by Robert Silverberg, offers a sweeping survey of robots as depicted throughout literature. Since the Iliad—in which we are shown golden statues built by Hephaestus “with minds and wisdoms”—humans have been fascinated by the idea of artificial life. From the Argonautica t...

We found the stranger, when we unlocked the bungalow after a week on the lakes, seated at my big desk in the study. His face was an enigma of youth and age. Lean beneath his long white hair, it was gray and drawn and hollowed as if with an infinite heartbreak—and yet it smiled. His emaciated hand, thrust out across the pile of loose yellow sheets he had written, gripped an incredible thing...FROM THE BOOKS.

When Barry Horn ends up in a state of suspended animation, he is ultimately awakened in a era where humanity is at war with robots of their own creation. Visions he experienced during his hibernation may provide the clue needed for victory...A rousing action-adventure story in the best pulp science fiction tradition!

In the frozen wastes at the bottom of the world two explorers find a strange pool of white fire—and have a strange adventure.

Embark on an interstellar adventure with Jack Williamson’s classic science fiction novel, The Prince of Space. This thrilling tale takes you on a journey through the cosmos, where daring escapades and cosmic battles await.What extraordinary adventures await the Prince of Space, and how will he confront the challenges of a universe teeming with danger and wonder? Williamson’s imaginative storytelling brings to life a vivid sci-fi landscape filled with excite...

To Thad Allen, meteor miner, comes the dangerous bonanza of a derelict rocket-flier manned by death invisible.

The Cosmic Express was written in the year 1930 by Jack Williamson. This book is one of the most popular novels of Jack Williamson, and has been translated into several other languages around the world.This book is published by Booklassic which brings young readers closer to classic literature globally.

Step into a post-apocalyptic world withAfter World's End. Witness the aftermath of cataclysmic events that have reshaped society, as survivors navigate the remnants of a once-familiar world. Explore themes of resilience, hope, and the indomitable human spirit in this gripping tale of survival and adaptation.

The Second Shell by Jack Williamson is a fascinating and thought-provoking journey into the depths of human identity, transformation, and the boundaries of existence. Known for his visionary storytelling, Jack Williamson crafts a narrative that pulls readers into a world where the concept of self is no longer fixed, and evolution takes on a whole new meaning. From the very first page, the story captures attention with its imaginative premise and slowly builds into a compel...

This issue, we have original mysteries from Janice Law (thanks to Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken) and our BCW’s very own Ron Miller (who moonlights as our Art Director), plus a modern masterpiece by Gina Nelson (thanks to Acquiring Editor Barb Goffman). Add a rare Golden Age mystery novel by James Hay, Jr. and we have quite a winning mix.But wait, there’s more! No issue is complete without a solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles.On the science fiction side, we have a...

We have another great issue this week, with original mysteries from N.M. Cedeño (courtesy of Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken) and Brian Rieselman, plus a terrific tale by David Dean (courtesy of Acquiring Editor Barb Goffman). Our classic mystery novel is The Winning Clue, by James Hay, Jr. (A note to the sensitive: it has some dialog in racial dialect, which was common in novels of the era.) And, of course, we have a solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles.On the science ficti...

The plot revolves around the discovery of a miniature planet, dubbed "Pygmy," which orbits a larger world. The inhabitants of Pygmy are tiny compared to humans and have developed their own unique civilization. When humans first encounter Pygmy, they are fascinated by its diminutive inhabitants and their advanced technology.The protagonist of the story is an Earth scientist who travels to Pygmy to study its inhabitants and learn about their culture. However, he soon discovers that all is no...