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The Last Evolution by John W. Campbell Jr. is a visionary science fiction classic that explores the profound future of humanity and artificial intelligence. Set in a world where machines have surpassed their creators, this thought-provoking novella examines the evolution of consciousness, the decline of mankind, and the rise of intelligent machines as Earth's final guardians.

'Will stick with you long after you've left the page. A triumph!' Yomi Adegoke, author of THE LIST 'Combined my favourite things, art and Caribbean food, with beautiful, nuanced characters that I could have spent a lifetime with.' Nathan Bryon, screenwriter of RYE LANE In one tiny Caribbean...

An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge by Ambrose Bierce is a gripping short story that masterfully blends psychological suspense with the brutal realities of war. Set during the American Civil War, the narrative follows Peyton Farquhar, a Southern planter condemned to hang from a railroad bridge for attempting to sabotage Union forces. As the noose tightens, Farquhar experiences a vivid and surreal escape that blurs the line between illusion and reality.

Buying my first house was supposed to be exciting. And it is… until I meet my next-door neighbor. Meyer West. He’s grumpy, rude, and always stomping around like he has a personal vendetta against the world. I’m determined to ignore him, just like he’s been ignoring me. That is until I get set up on a blind date—with none other than Mr. Grumpy himself.

Damien is a washed-up exorcist who never believed in happy endings—until one of his cursed blog posts goes viral. Now he’s “The Loveorcist,” a foul-mouthed, whiskey-loving relationship guru for the haunted and heartbroken. Too bad his most persistent fan is a beautiful demon named Lilith…who might be falling for him.

Ever looked at your life and thought, “Wow, I’m really out here making every bad decision possible”? Welcome, to The Art of Blow, the hilariously self-aware guide to self-sabotage, procrastination, and the fine art of ruining your own life—with style.

When a video of Libby “cheating” on her boyfriend, Dan, goes viral, her whole village turns against her. School friends become bullies, leaving rotten eggs in her locker, and the only person who will talk to her is Neha, the new girl everyone ignores. But Dan is oblivious to the drama unfolding around him. He’s lying in a coma in hospital and worries that if he doesn’t wake up soon the secret he’s been carrying around for years will be lost along with him.

Discover the high-stakes world of fine dining in "$1,000 A Plate" by Jack McKenty—a gripping short story where luxury, ambition, and deception collide. When an elite supper club charges four figures for a single meal, every bite comes with a secret—and not everyone makes it to dessert. Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers, dark satire, and culinary intrigue. Read now and find out what’s really on the menu.

Six years have passed since Elisabeth Wingate faced the terrors under Snake Island. Life has settled into comfortable obscurity—her business thrives, she’s healthy, and she’s distanced herself from the perilous world of Greek myth. When a series of unsettling global events unfold, she’s thrust back into the mythological nightmare she vowed to leave behind.

Ellie Elm loves her job, country music, and the taste of tequila. She hates thunderstorms and mice. But most of all she hates how much her rival Scott Woods gets under her skin. He’s arrogant, rude, and his eyes are the most infuriating shade of blue she’s ever seen When the opportunity to participate on a home renovation show arises, Ellie is excited at the chance to showcase her work and hopefully, expand her business. That is until she learns that she’s going to co-host the show with Scott Woods.

Discover William Tenn's brilliantly satirical science fiction classic Venus is a Man's World, where gender roles are hilariously reversed. In this thought-provoking tale, Earth's male population has been decimated by war, creating a society where men are rare, pampered commodities and women hold all positions of power.

Sylvia Drummond Wright needs to escape. A Toronto-based, Giller-longlisted novelist who’s been married thirty years, she secretly buys a dilapidated old lodge in New Brunswick and plans to move there with her grandmother and her disabled adult daughter. But her husband, Kent, takes over and, capitalizing on his wife’s success, turns the lodge into a business venture—a writing retreat.

In January 2010, Calista Caldwell, a fresh journalism graduate, arrives in Capital City. She secures what appears to be an ideal position as a political aide to the seasoned municipal councillor, Ralph Mastronzo. While Cal grows fond of the community, she grapples with the realities of being a young woman in a male-dominated political arena. Can her dedication to serving the community compensate for the strain on her well-being and personal life?

We all have hidden desires, some we dare to explore and others that remain tantalizing fantasies. This collection of explicit and forbidden erotica brings those taboo thoughts to life, offering an exhilarating escape where no fantasy is off-limits.

One of NPR’s “Nonfiction Books We Love from 2025” One of Kirkus’s “Best Nonfiction Books of 2025” A powerful new voice, telling the American story through three generations of Black mothers. "This searing, poetic memoir covers generations of powerful Black women who raise...

Wie weit bist du bereit zu gehen für die einzig wahre Liebe? Einige Wochen sind seit dem letzten Angriff der dunklen Fee auf den Grünen Zirkel vergangen und Lily sehnt sich nichts mehr, als ein vollwertiges Mitglied des Zirkels zu sein. Dafür trainiert sie bis zur völligen Erschöpfung. Neben der Rettung des Sagenlandes schlägt Lily sich mit völlig normalen Teenager-Dramen herum: Freundschaften, einer lästigen wunderschönen Nebenbuhlerin und nervigen Lehrern.

All her life, Breanna Colby has lived on the precipice of fear, her only joy the recent reunion with her beloved cousin Anastasia. With her violent father now locked away in jail, the repressed young woman can emerge from her cocoon and pursue all the joys she's been denied. But she finds—to her terror—that not all the shadows have lifted, and an evil from the past stalks both her and Anastasia. When authorities are unable to help with this assassin lurking in the darkness, the Colbys turn to the brilliant Royce Chadwick, England's foremost expert on finding people who don't want to be found.

Aurora Huntley, free-spirited sister to the earl of Pembourne, lives under the dark shadow of the black diamond. The victim of threats from privateers who believe her brother possesses the precious stone, Aurora is a virtual prisoner in her own home. She now faces a fate worse than death: an arranged marriage to an uninspiring suitor. Craving adventure and freedom, Aurora has no choice but to do something shocking, something scandalous . . .

As children, identical cousins Anastasia and Breanna Colby swore always to protect each other. Now that Anastasia's beloved parents have died, she has come to live with Breanna . . . and Breanna's father, whose raging temper has locked his daughter into a life of fear. What is more, Anastasia soon realizes that her uncle is involved in a sinister scheme that places both young women in deadly danger.

In Equilibrium, Lark Lauren continues his journey of realization, embarking on a path where truth and love take center stage. The key focus is achieving a permanent equilibrium with the Universe, allowing energy to flow freely, leading to the unity of consciousness. This volume delves into various aspects of inner equilibrium, such as fellow travelers, the 4th dimension, ascension, unconditional love, time, space, the All, the unknown, and our role in evolving the Universe.