By Steve Carr Image by GKingSword Connely had his eyes on the console screen where equations and numbers quickly rolled upward in what seemed like never-ending sequences. He asked Hazel to alert him when anything unusual appeared, but… Continue Reading
By Dwain Campbell Image by Joan Greenman “Rot my socks, another GD axe job.” Matt’s calloused, grimy fingers traced the gaping hole in the bottom of an overturned punt. “Brother Delacey and his Reclamation goons are working overtime.”… Continue Reading
Image by James Lipson. The Stray are physically powerful aliens that serve as muscle in military campaigns. You can read about the Stray in Help Wanted- a new story by James Lipson. Share This:
By James Lipson Image by Louella938 I WORKERS NEEDED: Full-time, off-world positions. Medical, dental, vision and full limb replacement benefits. Experience preferred, military training a bonus. Contact – The Array. That was the holo-ad running every 45 decks in… Continue Reading
By Clay Waters Image by Zastolskiy Victor “Good morning, crew. I appreciate everyone reporting on such short notice this morning. As you can see we are short-staffed but ready to launch.” Science Officer Demmaline’s voice echoed in the… Continue Reading
By Eric Lewis “This is the worst day of my life!” Calli slumped on the couch and flipped through the holo feeds without actually watching any of them, her eyes still puffy and red from crying. “Oh, don’t… Continue Reading
By Matthew R. Doherty Image by M-SUR T minus 90 Days “My Great-Great-Great-Great-Great Grandfather Willis bought his first acre on Mars in the summer of 1993. Behind, there’s a picture of him on the wall. What does… Continue Reading
By Nick Perilli Image by Vadim Sadovski A bat is listening this whole time. Commander Archambault had space madness by the time the Intermission exited the mesosphere, but he kept that to himself and carried on. The solar… Continue Reading
By Steve Carr Image by GrandeDuc The shimmering silver underbelly of the enormous ship broke through the dense, dark clouds as it descended into the gale force winds that swept the planet’s surface. Eight large metallic legs with… Continue Reading
By Andrew Johnston Image by mixmagic There wasn’t much in that tiny little orange-beige room, just a metal table and a couple chairs and an oversized clock that made a soul-shuddering noise every time its hands moved. Tick.… Continue Reading