For self-taught engineer Ben Griminski, life is perilous and hard. Living on the junk world of Torrent Four, Ben scours the vast fields of trash, wreckage, and derelict ships in search of anything of value while avoiding the Salvage Scalpers, a gang that takes whatever it wants and enslaves anyone with a knack for finding valuables in the endless mounds of trash. For many people in his position, life is unbearable, but Ben has a secret. Buried deep in the salvage fields, hidden by mounds of rubbish, lies a Kestrel class starship. And after a decade of tireless work, she's almost ready to fly.The Royal Imperium rules the galaxy with an iron fist. Freedom is just a dream on the hundreds of worlds under their domain. But in space, a person with a fast ship, an able crew, and the right connections can enjoy the last vestiges of liberty, as long as they stay under the radar. Ben Griminski has a ship, but he'll need a crew and plenty of Zexum to fuel her if they hope to escape their dreary lives on Torrent Four. It's a challenge worth taking on, and if his luck holds, he might just discover what life is like among the stars.Kestrel Class is the first novel in a new science fiction saga by master storyteller Toby Neighbors. Drawing inspiration from Firefly, The A-Team, and even Star Wars, Kestrel Class is a fast-paced mix of action and character-driven drama. Take the pilot's seat in the Modulus Echo, join the crew in a heist for fuel, and learn just how depraved the Imperium has become to ensure unquestioning obedience from the masses under their control. If you love space opera, or you're just looking for the next story that will sweep you away from your ordinary existence, Kestrel Class is the book for you.

Life among the stars isn't always glamorous.The Modulus Echo is a Kestrel class starship, a rare hybrid that can fly in space and in almost any planetary atmosphere. Her crew consists of four very different people who have forged a friendship through trials and triumphs. But there's a lot to learn about living life off the galactic grid, and if they aren't careful, the Echo's crew will have to learn it the hard way.With newly installed weapons and shields, the Echo is ready for her next run. But Confederation jobs are dangerous, and other parties may be willing to pay more--the only catch is knowing whom to trust. With plenty of fuel and a job lined up that will take them across the galaxy, it's time to find out if they truly have what it takes to avoid the Royal Imperium and keep on flying.Jump Point is the second novel in the Kestrel Class saga. The small crew is just learning what they can do, but they face an uphill battle just to stay alive and keep their precious ship flying. It's exciting space opera at its best that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Filled with nonstop science-fiction action, Jump Point is a must-have novel for fans of Firefly, Star Wars, and Ender's Game.

The Modulus Echo is the most wanted ship in the galaxy.When Ben rebuilt the Echo from salvaged parts on the junk world of Torrent Four, he never imagined that he would become a wanted man, or that he would ever return to his home planet. Yet somehow, that is exactly what happened. After staying off the grid and avoiding the Royal Imperium Fleet, a new passenger on the Echo is changing everything. It could be a way out for the beleaguered crew, or maybe the end of civilization as they know it. Only time will tell, and the Modulus Echo will undoubtedly be at the center of it all.The thrilling third installment in the Kestrel Class saga, Gravity Flux is space opera at its finest. Join Ben, Kim, Nance, and Magnum as they try to avoid the Fleet and keep their beloved ship flying. If you love action, a fast pace, and a story full of twists and turns, this book is what you've been looking for--perfect for fans of Firefly, Star Wars, and Ender's Game.

Fans have long wondered what happened to Ahsoka after she left the Jedi Order near the end of the Clone Wars and before she reappeared as the mysterious Rebel operative Fulcrum in Rebels. Finally her story will begin to be told. Following her experiences with the Jedi and the devastation of Order 66, Ahsoka is unsure she can be part of a larger whole ever again. But her desire to fight the evils of the Empire and protect those who need it will lead her right to Bail Organa - and the Rebel Alliance.

Equal parts Hatchet and The Martian, Sovereign is a fast-paced and visceral story of family and survival. Micah Cole has been in deep space for three years while his parents chase their obsession with finding intelligence to the far corners of the universe, but Micah dreams of the friends he left behind and counts the days until they return home. When a devastating meteor shower nearly destroys their ship, Micah is separated from his family and stranded on Sovereign, a vast planet of raging rivers, towering forests, and deadly creatures. If Micah ever wants to see his family or his home again, he'll have to learn to how to survive on a hostile alien world, all alone. Armed with only his wits and determination, Micah will battle the elements, his own deepest fears, and a frightening presence that might just hold the key to his parents' obsession and be his ticket back home. Jeff Hirsch is the USA Today best-selling author of four young adult novels including The Eleventh Plague, Black Water Falls, and the most recent, Unnatural Disasters. This is his middle grade debut.

Izzy and Jules were best friends until Izzy's family abruptly left Batuu when she was six. But now she's back, and Jules, the boy who never left, is unsure what to make of her. While on the run from vengeful smugglers and an angry pirate, Jules and Izzy will come to terms with who they are and what they mean to each other. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

***The Star Force Universe has over 85 million KU pages read to date.***Archons are the key to a lightside empire. A key that has to be painstakingly forged.An ancient alien archaeological discovery buried under the ice in Antarctica confirms that we are not alone in the galaxy, but nobody expected this.There isn't one alien race out there, but millions spread across the Milky Way that are dominated by dreadfully advanced Coreward empire known as the V'kit'no'sat that no one else will dare challenge. It is an evil empire skilled in the art of war and bloodshed, but one whose focus is on another threat at the heart of the galaxy, and they care little for the Rim.Earth is a lost colony of that empire, and one that does not have permission to exist. If they ever come out to the edge of the Rim again and find us here, we will be exterminated without hesitation. Why? Because the V'kit'no'sat have no use for weak slaves, so they gave Humans great psionic powers. Powers that have gone dormant due to our unregulated breeding. And those powers are not allowed to exist outside of V'kit'no'sat service.So how do we defend ourselves? We can't any more than the rest of the galaxy, and even the weakest of those races would bulldoze us over if we got in their way. Our only slim chance is to study the V'kit'no'sat technology left buried on Earth and slowly use it to upgrade our own. But even if we could catch up one day, we'd be hilariously outnumbered by an empire of over a million planets. There is no way for us to win against those numbers.The only chance to confront a darkside empire of such power is with a lightside one. Even the V'kit'no'sat could not achieve that, and therein lies their Achilles heel. In order to survive Earth must become better than them, and not just in technology. We must build a full blown lightside empire...or cross our fingers and hope they never find out we exist.The first step to build a lightside empire is the training of Archons, for on them everything hinges, and that is where Earth must start. To do so you have to find very specific people, train the hell out of them, then test them over and over again to confirm that they are incorruptible before you turn them loose and hope for the best.Darkside power is quick and easy. Lightside power requires the highest difficulty and takes forever to grow, but in the long run it has no equal. Lightside power is Earth's only hope of survival. Let the forging of the Archons begin... ---*Reader Reviews for Star Force*"Author is an absolutely AMAZING storyteller...""I've been reading sci fi since the pulp fiction serial days and this has become the required reading now. This is the new I robot.""Jyr is my favorite author. The story lines are interesting and inspiring. The worlds built in my mind by him are vivid and exciting. I highly recommend Star Force.""Buy these. Story lines are great. Always a new twist or story line to consider. The author keeps your attention.""By far the best science fiction I've ever read...""His imagination is wicked good."---Genres: science fiction, space opera, galactic empire, space team, space war, military science fiction, dinosaurs, young adult, starship, action, adventure, space fleet, space marines, colonization, space exploration, aliens, litrpg, empire building.

In Avengers: Infinity War, a threat emerged from the cosmos - Thanos, a ruthless warlord who plans to collect all six Infinity Stones. Joined by his formidable allies, he will be near-unstoppable at achieving his goal. The Avengers, the Guardians of the Galaxy, Doctor Strange, and Spider-Man must join forces and fight side by side to stop Thanos, while the fate of the Earth and the universe lays in the balance. In this new, original novel by best-selling author Barry Lyga, learn the origins of the most feared force in the universe, and discover how Thanos became the Titan consumed by his quest for power.

"This satire offers a thought-provoking and scathing indictment that may prod readers to examine the more sinister possibilities of corporate - and media-dominated culture." (Publishers Weekly (starred review) For Titus and his friends, it started out like any ordinary trip to the moon - a chance to party during spring break and play with some stupid low-grav at the Ricochet Lounge. But that was before the crazy hacker caused all their feeds to malfunction, sending them to the hospital to lie around with nothing inside their heads for days. And it was before Titus met Violet, a beautiful, brainy teenage girl who has decided to fight the feed and its omnipresent ability to categorize human thoughts and desires. Following in the footsteps of George Orwell, Anthony Burgess, and Kurt Vonnegut Jr., M. T. Anderson has created a not-so-brave new world - and a smart, savage satire that has captivated listeners with its view of an imagined future that veers unnervingly close to the here and now.

In this Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker young adult novel set just before The Force Awakens, a restless teenager sets out to discover what connection his mysterious Force powers have to the fabled Jedi and what the Force has in store for him.

The multiple Eisner Award-winning series returns with a spacefaring adventure about fake news and genuine terror. Get ready for the most shocking, most impactful SAGA storyline yet. Collects SAGA #49-54

THE ULTIMATE BINGE-READCollecting the first nine volumes of the critically acclaimed, New York Times bestselling series into one massive paperback, this compendium tells the entire story (so far!) of a girl named Hazel and her star-crossed parents. Features over 1,300 pages of gorgeously graphic full-color artwork, including a new cover from Eisner Award-winning SAGA co-creator FIONA STAPLES. Collects SAGA #1-54

At long last, it's finally time for the THIRD massive hardcover collection of SAGA, the critically acclaimed sci-fi/fantasy series from the multiple Eisner Award-winning team of artist FIONA STAPLES and writer BRIAN K. VAUGHAN. Collecting 18 of the most shocking and impactful issues from the epic tale of Hazel and her star-crossed parents, this deluxe edition features a striking, all-new original cover from Fiona Staples, as well as exclusive, never-before-seen extras.Deluxe Hardcover format - 7.25" x 10.875"Collects SAGA #37-54Age Rating: Mature

This engaging, collectible, miniature hardcover of the Orson Scott Card classic and worldwide bestselling novel, Ender's Game, makes an excellent gift for anyone's science fiction library."Ender's Game is an affecting novel."--New York Times Book ReviewOnce again, Earth is under attack. An alien species is poised for a final assault. The survival of humanity depends on a military genius who can defeat the aliens. But who?Ender Wiggin. Brilliant. Ruthless. Cunning. A tactical and strategic master. And a child.Recruited for military training by the world government, Ender's childhood ends the moment he enters his new home: Battle School. Among the elite recruits Ender proves himself to be a genius among geniuses. He excels in simulated war games. But is the pressure and loneliness taking its toll on Ender? Simulations are one thing. How will Ender perform in real combat conditions? After all, Battle School is just a game. Isn't it?THE ENDER UNIVERSEEnder seriesEnder's Game / Ender in Exile / Speaker for the Dead / Xenocide / Children of the MindEnder's Shadow seriesEnder's Shadow / Shadow of the Hegemon / Shadow Puppets / Shadow of the Giant / Shadows in FlightChildren of the FleetThe First Formic War (with Aaron Johnston)Earth Unaware / Earth Afire / Earth AwakensThe Second Formic War (with Aaron Johnston)The Swarm /The HiveEnder novellasA War of Gifts /First Meetings

Building a New Empire is supposed to be dangerous, but training the next generation of leaders? That's not supposed to be dangerous, right? Get the complete Etheric Academy story in this boxed set at a discounted price.Follow us as the people in the Etheric Empire set up a special academy to train the first set of teens on a leadership track. They are supposed to learn about the different groups in the Etheric Empire and areas (including R&D, Weapons, Operations and others). Unfortunately, some of the members of those teaching teams tapped to train the kids don't realize how ... adventurous... the teens can be. Especially if the teachers are Team BMW. Travel with us as we are introduced to Alpha Class, one of the teams in the new Etheric Academy as they merge human's and Wechselbalg (Were's) in a group of five young adults as they learn to become the first cohesive group on their first assignment. With Team BMW as their teachers, nothing could go wrong, right?This boxed set includes the complete Etheric Academy Series, which includes Alpha Class, Alpha Class Engineering, Alpha Class Discovery, and Alpha Class Graduation. ***A Kurtherian Gambit Adventure for Younger Readers.... Or those who are young at heart.***

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The worldwide bestseller, Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card comes to the screen at last in a major motion picture event in November 2013. Starring Hugo's Asa Butterfield, Harrison Ford, and Ben Kingsley, the movie is sure to inspire a new audience of fans to read the book that started it all. Once again, Earth is under attack. An alien species is poised for a final assault. The survival of humanity depends on a military genius who can defeat the aliens. But who?Ender Wiggin. Brilliant. Ruthless. Cunning. A tactical and strategic master. And a child.Recruited for military training by the world government, Ender's childhood ends the moment he enters his new home: Battle School. Among the elite recruits Ender proves himself to be a genius among geniuses. He excels in simulated war games. But is the pressure and loneliness taking its toll on Ender? Simulations are one thing. How will Ender perform in real combat conditions? After all, Battle School is just a game. Isn't it? THE ENDER UNIVERSEEnder seriesEnder's Game / Ender in Exile / Speaker for the Dead / Xenocide / Children of the MindEnder's Shadow seriesEnder's Shadow / Shadow of the Hegemon / Shadow Puppets / Shadow of the Giant / Shadows in FlightChildren of the FleetThe First Formic War (with Aaron Johnston)Earth Unaware / Earth Afire / Earth AwakensThe Second Formic War (with Aaron Johnston)The Swarm /The HiveEnder novellasA War of Gifts /First Meetings

The Scourwind family legacy brought the empire to the height of its power and prosperity and defended it against all enemies. Now one man's machinations aim to shift the balance of power--with violent and devastating consequences.When the trusted General Corian launches a coup against Emperor Scourwind, he hurls the planetary kingdom into chaos. To secure his claim as ruler, Corian will need the strength of the Scourwind name behind him, and he will stop at nothing to bring under his grasp the young Scourwind heirs, twins Lydia and Brennan. Barely into adulthood, the two are thrust into the crossfire. Battling new obstacles at every turn, they eventually find refuge with Mira Delsol, pirate and former member of the elite empire forces.As the stakes rise, loyalists, mercenaries, and political opportunists rally around the heirs in a desperate bid to unseat the usurper. But if their risky gambit fails, will the empire crumble into oblivion?

Sixteen-year-old Princess Leia Organa faces the most challenging task of her life so far: proving herself in the areas of body, mind, and heart to be formally named heir to the throne of Alderaan. She's taking rigorous survival courses, practicing politics, and spearheading relief missions to worlds under Imperial control. But Leia has worries beyond her claim to the crown. Her parents, Breha and Bail, aren't acting like themselves lately; they are distant and preoccupied, seemingly more concerned with throwing dinner parties for their allies in the Senate than they are with their own daughter. Determined to uncover her parents' secrets, Leia starts down an increasingly dangerous path that puts her right under the watchful eye of the Empire. And when Leia discovers what her parents and their allies are planning behind closed doors, she finds herself facing what seems like an impossible choice: dedicate herself to the people of Alderaan--including the man she loves--or to the galaxy at large, which is in desperate need of a rebel hero...

From the worldwide bestselling team of FIONA STAPLES and BRIAN K. VAUGHAN, "The War for Phang" is an epic, self-contained SAGA event! Finally reunited with her ever-expanding family, Hazel travels to a war-torn comet that Wreath and Landfall have been battling over for ages. New friendships are forged and others are lost forever in this action-packed volume about families, combat and the refugee experience. Collects issues 37 through 42.

Barnes & Noble's Best Books of 2018Thrillist's Best Comics & Graphic Novels of 2018Paste Magazine's 25 Best Comic Books of 2018Book Riot's Best Comics of 2018Powell's Best Science-Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, and Graphic Novels of 2018At long last, it's finally time for the second hardcover collection of SAGA, the New York Times bestselling series praised by everyone from Alan Moore to Lin-Manuel Miranda! Created by the multiple Eisner Award-winning team of artist FIONA STAPLES (Mystery Society, North 40, Archie Comics) and writer BRIAN K. VAUGHAN (THE PRIVATE EYE, PAPER GIRLS, WE STAND ON GUARD), SAGA BOOK TWO continues the action-packed education of Hazel, a child born to star-crossed parents from opposite sides of a never-ending galactic war. Collecting 18 issues of the smash-hit comic, this massive edition features a striking original cover from Fiona Staples, as well as a brand-new gallery of exclusive, never-before-seen SAGA artwork from legendary creators including CLIFF CHIANG, PIA GUERRA, FAITH ERIN HICKS, KARL KERSCHL, JASON LATOUR, SEAN GORDON MURPHY, STEVE SKROCE, and MORE!Deluxe Hardcover format - 7.25"" x 10.875Collects SAGA #19-36

After the traumatic events of the War for Phang, Hazel, her parents, and their surviving companions embark on a life-changing adventure at the westernmost edge of the universe.Collects issues 43 through 48.

Fans have long wondered what happened to Ahsoka after she left the Jedi Order near the end of the Clone Wars, and before she re-appeared as the mysterious Rebel operative Fulcrum in Rebels. Finally, her story will begin to be told. Following her experiences with the Jedi and the devastation of Order 66, Ahsoka is unsure she can be part of a larger whole ever again. But her desire to fight the evils of the Empire and protect those who need it will lead her right to Bail Organa, and the Rebel Alliance....

For fans of Marie Lu comes the first book in an epic series that bends the sci-fi genre into a new dimension. "A truly beautiful novel that redefines the form." --Victoria Aveyard, bestselling author of Red Queen This morning, Kady thought breaking up with Ezra was the hardest thing she'd have to do. This afternoon, her planet was invaded. The year is 2575, and two rival megacorporations are at war over a planet that's little more than a speck at the edge of the universe. Now with enemy fire raining down on them, Kady and Ezra--who are barely even talking to each other--are forced to evacuate with a hostile warship in hot pursuit. But their problems are just getting started. A plague has broken out and is mutating with terrifying results; the fleet's AI may actually be their enemy; and nobody in charge will say what's really going on. As Kady hacks into a web of data to find the truth, it's clear the only person who can help her is the ex-boyfriend she swore she'd never speak to again. Told through a fascinating dossier of hacked documents--including emails, maps, files, IMs, medical reports, interviews, and more--Illuminae is the first book in a heart-stopping trilogy about lives interrupted, the price of truth, and the courage of everyday heroes. "Prepare yourselves for Illuminae." --EW.com "[Y]ou're not in for an ordinary novel experience. . . ." --Bustle.com "A truly interactive experience. . . . A fantastically fun ride." --MTV.com "[O]ut-of-this-world awesome." --Kirkus Reviews, starred "...stylistically mesmerizing." --Publishers Weekly, starred "[A]n arresting visual experience."--Booklist, starred "[A] game-changer." --Shelf Awareness, starred"Brace yourself. You're about to be immersed in a mindscape that you'll never want to leave." --Marie Lu, bestselling author of the Legend trilogy "Genre: Undefinable. Novel: Unforgettable." --Kami Garcia, bestselling coauthor of Beautiful Creatures & author of Unbreakable "An exuberant mix of space opera, romance, zombies, hackers, and political thrills." --Scott Westerfeld, bestselling author of Zeroes and Uglies "Stunningly creative. Smart, funny, and romantic." --Veronica Rossi, bestselling author of Under the Never Sky "This is one of those rare books that will truly keep your heart pounding." --Beth Revis, bestselling author of Across the Universe "This book is xxxxing awesome." --Laini Taylor, bestselling author of Daughter of Smoke and Bone

"Suspenseful sci-fi with complex world-building and a tough-as-nails heroine you'll want to root for!"-- Elizabeth Briggs, New York Times Bestselling Author of Future Shock"In this bleak world, one spark of hope soon turns into an inferno. And just like a fireball, once this story is ignited, it just doesn't stop." -- Maria V. Snyder, New York Times bestselling author of Navigating the Stars.From USA Today Bestselling Author Aileen Erin In an all-too-plausible future where corporate conglomerates have left the world's governments in shambles, anyone with means has left the polluted Earth for the promise of a better life on a SpaceTech owned colony among the stars.Maité Martinez is the daughter of an Earther Latina and a powerful Aunare man, an alien race that SpaceTech sees as a threat to their dominion. When tensions turn violent, Maité finds herself trapped on Earth and forced into hiding.For over ten years, Maité has stayed hidden, but every minute Maité stays on Earth is one closer to getting caught.She's lived on the streets. Gone hungry. And found a way to fight through it all. But one night, while waitressing in a greasy diner, a customer gets handsy with her. She reacts without thinking.Covered in blood, Maité runs, but it's not long before SpaceTech finds her...Arrested and forced into dangerous work detail on a volcano planet, Maité waits for SpaceTech to make their move against the Aunare. She knows that if she can't somehow find a way to stop them, there will be an interstellar war big enough to end all life in the universe.There's only one question: Can Maité prevent the total annihilation of humanity without getting herself killed in the process?"Erin's world-building is excellent and her characters are big and bold..." -- Escape Into Worlds