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The fifteenth anniversary of the hit science fiction podcast Escape Pod, featuring new and exclusive stories from today's bestselling writers.
Celebrate the fifteenth anniversary of cutting-edge science fiction from the hit podcast, Escape Pod. Escape Pod has been bringing the finest short fiction to millions of ears all over the world, at the forefront of a new fiction revolution.
This anthology gathers together sixteen stories, including new and exclusive work from writers such as N. K. Jemisin, Ted Chiang, Cory Doctorow, Ann Leckie, Ken Liu, Charlie Jane Anders, and more. From editors Mur Lafferty and S.B. Divya comes the science fiction collection of the year, bringing together bestselling authors in celebration of the publishing phenomenon that is Escape Pod.
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The anthology has been praised as an excellent showcase of diverse voices in short science fiction, offering a taste of the genre's breadth and innovation. Reviewers appreciate its quality and range, noting its appeal to both seasoned fans of the Escape Pod podcast and newcomers to the world of speculative fiction. It is recognised for its expertly curated content, providing a satisfying read that's highly recommended for sci-fi enthusiasts.
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ISBN: 9781789095012
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 20 October 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Titan Books Ltd
Contributors:
- Edited by S.B. Divya
- Edited by Mur Lafferty
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 336
About the Author
S.B. Divya is the author of the Nebula nominated novella, RUNTIME (Tor.com, 2016) and has published short fiction in Analog and Uncanny. She is co-editor of the Hugo nominated weekly science-fiction podcast, Escape Pod, with Mur Lafferty. She holds degrees in Computational Neuroscience and Signal Processing, and has worked for 20 years as an electrical engineer. Mur Lafferty is a writer, podcast producer, gamer, geek, and martial artist. She is the host of the award winning podcast I Should Be Writing, and the host of the Angry Robot Books Podcast. She is the winner of the 2013 John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer.
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Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb marks the beginning of an extraordinary adventure in the rich and immersive world of the Six Duchies. Set against the backdrop of a kingdom teetering on the brink of civil war, this gripping tale introduces readers to FitzChivalry Farseer, a royal bastard whose existence threatens the stability of the crown. When the crown prince's secret...Paperback$1900Elsewhere:$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today
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Lizzy's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
Fran’s Top 10 Fantasy Reads
Dive into cozy worlds, or bewitching scams! Here are 10 titles of fantasy that Fran is in love with! Do you have...View the list -
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Amelia's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
The Empyrean Wing & Claw Collection
With Threshing Day finally here, we thought we'd make it easy to find all the beautiful editions in the The Empyrean: Wing...View the list -
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Lizzy's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
Romantasy reads that deserve more hype
For everyone who's read the Fourth Wings, the ACOTAR, even the Quicksilvers - if you're now looking for your next romantasy obsession,...View the list -
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Lizzy's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
Have you tried... Dark Romantasy?
Dark Romantasy or Dark Fantasy Romance - it's a combination of everything you love about romantasy, with some extra morally grey characters,...View the list -
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Lizzy's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
Lizzy's Favourite Standalone Fantasy and Romantasy Reads
For when you're in the mood for fantasy or romantasy but don't want to commit to a long epic series!View the list -
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Lizzy's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
Are you looking for a cozy romantasy read?
You're in luck. Here's a whole bunch of them ready to warm you up and sooth the soul. You should also check...View the list -
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Shirl's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
10 Sci-Fi Novels that won both the Nebula and Hugo Awards
Discover ten of the greatest science fiction novels ever written each recognised with both the Hugo and Nebula Awards. These awards are...View the list -
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Lizzy's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
Fantasy Special Editions we are lusting after
It's no secret that here at Book Hero we love a special edition - preferably one with sprayed edges, beautiful artwork, and...View the list -
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Edd's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
2026 Hugo Award for Best Novel Finalists
Every year at the World Science Fiction Convention (Worldcon), members vote on the best Science Fiction or Fantasy works of the previous...View the list -
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Edd's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Special Editions
With physical books making a comeback in recent years, there are more gorgeous special editions out there than ever before. Here’s a...View the list -
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Lizzy's listSci-Fi & Fantasy
Lizzy's Cozy Fantasy Reads
Life can be cold and harsh, so why not escape into the comforting pages of a cozy fantasy novel for a while?...View the list
