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“Cry From a Far Planet” by Tom Godwin

M.G. Herron · Mar 21, 2021 · Leave a Comment

The problem of separating the friends from the enemies was a major one in the conquest of space as many a dead spacer could have testified. A tough job when you could see an alien and judge appearances; far tougher when they were only whispers on the wind.

The Big Reading List of Indie Published Portal Fiction

M.G. Herron · Mar 7, 2021 · Leave a Comment

Portals in sci-fi and fantasy One of the oldest and most beloved tropes in science fiction and fantasy is the portal story. It goes like this: Hero discovers a portal to a new world and steps through it. Sometimes the stepping through is an accident, other times a choice. Either way, when they land on […]

“Panic at the Tomb” on Audible

M.G. Herron · Mar 1, 2021 · Leave a Comment

A few years ago when Podium produced the audiobook of The Translocator, they also produced a bonus audio short story to help promote the big audiobook during launch. That story is called “Panic at the Tomb”, and it takes place between book 1 and 2 of the trilogy. It follows Eliana to Cairo where she […]

10+ Best Sci-Fi Short Stories in the Public Domain

M.G. Herron · Feb 26, 2021 · 4 Comments

These days, it can be difficult to get your hands on many of the most famous classic science fiction short stories. Even outside of the famous names like Isaac Asimov and Robert Heinlein, the majority of stories are still under copyright, and will be for years to come. Some are available as overpriced paperback collections […]

Casting “Culture Shock”

M.G. Herron · Feb 23, 2021 · Leave a Comment

If Culture Shock ever got made into a film, who would you cast? Last night we met friends who had listened to Culture Shock’s audiobook on a road trip and surprised me by showing up to Austin with all the characters cast as famous actors. Needless to say, I was delighted. In their version of […]

The Auriga Project joins the Century Club

M.G. Herron · Feb 21, 2021 · Leave a Comment

It’s been over five years since I published The Auriga Project, which recently joined the three-figure ratings club. Average rating is currently sitting at a 4.2 stars. If you’ve read these books or shared them with your friends, thank you. I’m thrilled that people continue to enjoy some wild story I dreamed up on a […]

The Our Heroes Sci-Fi Bundle

M.G. Herron · Jan 16, 2021 · Leave a Comment

The hero is at the core of every great story—facing fierce foes, defying death, fighting for the greater good… The Our Heroes Sci-Fi StoryBundle celebrates the men and women who undertake an epic journey, sacrificing so that others may be spared pain and suffering.

Our collection features a robust range of science fiction books from subgenres ranging from space opera to time travel to galactic exploration. These novels have been handpicked based on their excellent reviews, professional editing and covers, and, of course, superior storytelling—all curated especially for you, our loyal readers.

Merry Christmas ❄️

M.G. Herron · Dec 27, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals. Just wanted to drop you a note on this fine, bright day after Christmas to say thank you.

6 Hilarious Science Fiction Novels You Don’t Want to Miss

M.G. Herron · Oct 25, 2020 · 2 Comments

Whenever I’m feeling down or overwhelmed with life, it helps to remember how to laugh. Few things do the trick like a funny science fiction novel.

Alt History… in Space!

M.G. Herron · Oct 3, 2020 · Leave a Comment

You ever have one of those weeks where you feel like you’re drowning in work and there’s no room for anything else, let alone space to breathe? I’ve had two. In a row. Still, I somehow managed to find time to finish beta edits to Starfighter Down. I finally feel like I can write those posts […]

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The Big Reading List of Indie Published Portal Fiction

March 7, 2021 by M.G. Herron | Leave a Comment

10+ Best Sci-Fi Short Stories in the Public Domain

February 26, 2021 by M.G. Herron | 4 Comments

6 Hilarious Science Fiction Novels You Don’t Want to Miss

October 25, 2020 by M.G. Herron | 2 Comments

5 Beautifully Illustrated Pulp-Era Science Fiction Stories

October 27, 2019 by M.G. Herron | 2 Comments

6 Impactful Science Fiction Novels of the Twentieth Century

May 22, 2019 by M.G. Herron | 8 Comments

5 Soundtrack Artists of Science Fiction and Their Inspirations

February 2, 2019 by M.G. Herron | Leave a Comment

3 Great Sci-Fi Mystery Novels Worth Reading

November 19, 2017 by M.G. Herron | Leave a Comment

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