Ripples in Space

· Samak Press
Ebook
272
Pages
Eligible
This book will become available on September 2, 2025. You will not be charged until it is released.

About this ebook

Humanity has sought evidence of intelligent life beyond Earth since we first peered through a telescope. Space holds the answers to an enduring mystery of whether we are alone in the universe. We want to make first contact with extraterrestrial life.


What if making first contact takes a dangerous or deadly turn? 


Ripples in Space, the first science fiction anthology from Samak Press, presents new compelling first contact tales from fourteen talented science fiction authors. From sinister aliens to rogue artificial intelligence, these stories explore first contact scenarios that will take readers to unexpected destinations. Travel with these authors on captivating journeys from derelict spaceships to strange hidden worlds at the edge of the galaxy. Meet truly strange creatures who fit the definition of alien perfectly. 


Ripples in Space features original stories from Jean Marie Bauhaus, Phillip Carter, David Castlewitz, Charles Chin, Sarah Connell, John Coon, Angelique Fawns, Katherine Kerestman, Winston Malone, Christopher W. McGuiness, K.L. Mill, Mike Morgan, Brian Reindel, and Darren Todd.


If you’re a fan of intelligent and suspenseful science fiction, this anthology will keep you turning the pages. 

About the author

John Coon is an accomplished author and journalist. As a journalist, he has written for the Associated Press, the Washington Post, the Boston Globe, the Los Angeles Times, and many other distinguished publications worldwide. John has covered many major sporting events including March Madness and the NBA Playoffs. As an author, he has published several popular novels including the Alien People Chronicles trilogy. John is a graduate of the University of Utah and currently resides in Utah.

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