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The Sci-Fi and Fantasy of Tomorrow Selected by Masters of Today Award-winning Authors and Illustrators Get ready to get carried away . . . to places no one has ever gone before. Turn the page . . . from dark fantasy to dystopian nightmare, from magical realism to military science, from paranormal urban fantasy to post-apocalyptic power trips . . . and beyond. Take flight on a starship powered by a godlike being, willing to go to any length to know what it is to be human. Delve into the psyche of a scientist who must choose between ambition and compassion while compelled to participate in a secret and sadistic government project. Get lost in the chilling Museum of Modern Warfare, where one woman is about to discover life-changing secrets. Experience the stories that challenge our sense of self-and our sense of the world. And that's just the beginning of your journey. . . . Discover the mesmerizing power of these new stories, thought-provoking new ideas, brilliant new horizons, and astounding new writers and illustrators-the chosen ones, selected by today's bestselling science fiction and fantasy authors and artists. ___________________________3 Bonus Short Stories byL. Ron Hubbard Jody Lynn Nye Kristine Kathryn Rusch"e;The Dangerous Dimension"e; by L. Ron Hubbard: Meek Dr. Henry Mudge has a dramatic personality change after discovering a mathematical equation that transports him to any place in the universe he can think of. . . . "e;The Phoenixes' War"e; by Jody Lynn Nye: When a lover's gift to her king turns out to be a perilous trap, the Phoenixes and their priestess face a test that will decide the fate of two realms. . . . "e;Museum of Modern Warfare"e; by Kristine Kathryn Rusch: When an ambassador is asked to inspect the controversial Museum of Modern Warfare, she discovers life-changing secrets. . . . ___________________________Art and Writing Tips by L. Ron Hubbard Orson Scott Card Craig Elliott "e;Magic Out of a Hat"e; by L. Ron Hubbard: From a challenge to write a story inspired by a completely uninspiring wastebasket, Ron provides timeless insight on generating a solid story idea and also reveals a bit of the effusive spirit that he brought to the magic of writing. "e;On Magic Out of a Hat"e; by Orson Scott Card: Card discusses and expands upon Hubbard's article breaking down the techniques Ron used to create a story from a simple object. Card also explores the history of memorable speculative fiction and what makes it great. "e;The Rewards of Imagination"e; by Craig Elliott: In addition to his fine-art work, Craig has had a hand in designing many of today's most popular animated films. Here Craig expounds on the value and need for creative artists and their impact on our society.

Boldly go to times where no one has gone before. While transporting a contraband Russian time machine and developmental weaponry, Private Everett Dumphee finds himself cast into new settings when the device suddenly activates. What follows are fantastic high-tech experiences that might be called the ultimate off-road adventure. For the determined Dumphee - narrowly escaping with his life and three beautiful women - it is not necessarily a matter of will he make his destination, but when. These four vivid characters trek through this fun and fast-moving journey like there's no tomorrow. Wherever that may be. A wild, high-tech ride through time. Read it to have a rollicking good time. Brian Herbert, co-author Dune: House Attreides

A rollicking and unpredictable adventure through the world of spies and double agents, lovers and enemies (often one and same). It has been said that somewhere in the world you have an exact double. This rocket-ride of a novel ignites with the sudden cry of Ai! Pedrito!, as Naval Lieutenant Tom Smith discovers that his exact look-alike is the notorious South American revolutionary and spy, Pedrito Miraflores. Inspired by a real incident in the life of L. Ron Hubbard, Ai! Pedrito! is a fun-to-read, compelling novel of what can sometimes happen when intelligence goes wrong.All the fast pacing of James Bond and the adventure of Indiana Jones. Mystery Scene

The world is in the throes of economic decay and at the mercy of terrorists. Across this post-apocalyptic landscape marches one extraordinary soldier and his band of brothers. In a novel as disturbingly plausible as it is powerfully gripping, they are headed into a battle in which they will have to come to grips with the power of technology and the true price of freedom. Compelling . . . riveting . . . Hubbard's best. Publishers Weekly

Science Fiction & Fantasy Anthology and Advice to Writers--the 33rd edition of Writers of the Future may be the best book yet! Brand-new adventure through space, time, and possibility. The answers, the stories, the visions, and the mind-stretching possibilities are all waiting inside. "Stories that intrigue us and involve us." --Orson Scott Card BONUS: Stories and articles on how to write by New York Times best selling authors Anne McCaffrey, Robert J. Sawyer, Todd McCaffrey, Larry Elmore, and Bob Eggleton.

Soar to new heights of Science Fiction & Fantasy. Who are the top science fiction writers and illustrators of the future? The answer is here. Get to know tomorrow's brightest creative talents chosen by some of today's bestselling authors and celebrated artists including Kevin J. Anderson, Orson Scott Card, Larry Elmore, Brandon Sanderson, Dan dos Santos, and Robert J. Sawyer. Enter brilliantly realized worlds of dystopian politics, magical realism, post-apocalyptic adventure and romance, dark fantasy and more. Explore universes of unlimited possibility in which a cereal box becomes a Pandora's box of good and evil . . . a troupe of artistic androids risk everything to catch the eye of a critic . . . and the foundation of a family, the very key to their existence, is not only inhabiting a home, but becoming it. Discover the writers who push the boundaries-and break beyond them . . . the illustrators who envision the impossible-and render it real . . . the stories that challenge the way we see ourselves-and see the world in a new way. The future of science fiction and fantasy is in your hands. Anthology includes: 12 award-winning stories, 16 full-color illustrations, 4 bonus stories, and 4 articles offering art and writing tips.___________________________4 bonus short stories by L. Ron Hubbard, Katherine Kurtz, Jody Lynn Nye and Nnedi Okorafor. "e;Borrowed Glory"e; by L. Ron Hubbard: For a single day of glory and the settlement of a dispute among immortals, a life can be a satisfactory price. "e;The Green Tower"e; by Katherine Kurtz: The magic is strong in the Green Tower, and two young girls struggle to discover its secrets. "e;The Phoenix's Peace"e; by Jody Lynn Nye: The Phoenix has always been the guardian of Dembia. Now there's trouble in the land, and mysteriously, the Phoenix has left two golden eggs. "e;The Winds of Harmattan"e; by Nnedi Okorafor: A young woman seeks her destiny in the African winds of Harmattan.___________________________Art and writing tips by Echo Chernik, L. Ron Hubbard, Mike Perkins, and Sean Williams. "e;The Illustrators of the Future Contest and the Art of This Anthology"e; by Echo Chernik: As a successful advertising and publishing illustrator, Illustrators of the Future Coordinating Judge and art director, Echo gives the story behind the cherished art included in this anthology. "e;Steps in the Right Direction"e; by L. Ron Hubbard: In this interview, Ron describes the practical philosophy and energetic disciplines he applied with such telling success to his own career as a professional author. "e;Breaking In"e; by Mike Perkins: Marvel and DC artist for Captain America, Thor, and Spider-Man shares valuable advice for anyone wanting to make it as a professional artist and illustrator. "e;Making Collaboration Work for You or Co-writing with Larry and Sean"e; by Sean Williams: New York Times bestselling author, provides insight on the pitfalls and advantages of collaborating with another author.___________________________"e;Science fiction as a genre has always looked to the future and the Writers of the Future looks to the future of science fiction."e; -Kevin J. Anderson"e;Writers of the Future has my heartiest support and unqualified recommendation."e; -Terry Brooks"e;Writers of the Future, as a contest and as a book, remains the flagship of short fiction."e; -Orson Scott Card"e;L. Ron Hubbard ignited the spark of imagination, which in the minds of these new artists has become a blaze."e; -Bob Eggleton "e;Some of the most excellent speculative fiction that you can find anywhere. They're cutting edge. They're new."e; -Nnedi Okorafor"e;Without Writers of the Future, I wouldn't be where I am today."e; -Patrick Rothfuss"e;These are the people who are going to be creating trends."e; -Brandon Sanderson"e;The Illustrators of the Future is an amazing compass for what the art industry holds in store for all of us."e; -Dan dos Santos"e;Packed with brilliant stories and thoughtful essays, all wonderfully illustrated by the artist winnersalways a joy to behold."e; -Robert J. Sawyer

Do you love a good whodunit? Detectives and mobsters, newshawks and murderersΓÇôall ingredients for disaster in this murder mystery collection. Whether it was sending a detective after zombie killers on the prowl or chasing down headhunters at a grisly carnival, Ron knew how to thrill readers and keep them guessing until the end.The 4-audiobook collection includes 10 short stories for 8 hours of immersive entertainment. All audiobooks are unabridged, full-cast productions with cinematic quality sound effects that bring the stories and characters to life.The titles and short stories in this collection are:False Cargo (includes:ΓÇ£GroundedΓÇ¥), Hurricane, Mouthpiece (includes: ΓÇ£Flame City,ΓÇ¥ ΓÇ£Calling Squad Cars!ΓÇ¥ and ΓÇ£The Grease SpotΓÇ¥) and The Slickers (includes: ΓÇ£Killer ApeΓÇ¥ and ΓÇ£MurderAfloatΓÇ¥).ΓÇ£One of the great pulp writers, with colorful prose, lively action writing, exotic locales, fresh variations on standard characters and situations, and well-constructed plots.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöEllery Queen

Ride a trail of blazing guns and two-fisted action in the Wild West as L. Ron Hubbard brings American history to life. Growing up in Montana provided him with the first-hand experience that added a tone of authenticity to his western tales. Readers will feel the heat, taste the dust and hear the thunder of horsesΓÇÖ hooves in these tales from a master storyteller of the genre.The 4-book collection includes 10 short stories along with illustrations from the original publications and glossaries of historical terms.The titles and short stories in this collection are:King of the Gunmen (includes: ΓÇ£The No-Gun GunhawkΓÇ¥), The Magic Quirt (includes: ΓÇ£Vengeance Is Mine!ΓÇ¥ and ΓÇ£Stacked BulletsΓÇ¥), The No-Gun Man (includes: ΓÇ£Man for BreakfastΓÇ¥) and Shadows from Boot Hill (includes: ΓÇ£The Gunner from GehennaΓÇ¥ and ΓÇ£Gunman!ΓÇ¥).ΓÇ£With the flair of a Louis LΓÇÖAmour or Zane Grey.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöTrue West Magazine

Ride a trail of blazing guns and two-fisted action in the Wild West as L. Ron Hubbard brings American history to life. Growing up in Montana provided him with the first-hand experience that added a tone of authenticity to his western tales. Readers will feel the heat, taste the dust and hear the thunder of horsesΓÇÖ hooves in these tales from a master storyteller of the genre.The 4-audiobook collection includes 10 short stories for 8 hours of immersive entertainment. All audiobooks are unabridged, full-cast productions with cinematic quality sound effects that bring the stories and characters to life.The titles and short stories in this collection are:King of the Gunmen (includes: ΓÇ£The No-Gun GunhawkΓÇ¥), The Magic Quirt (includes: ΓÇ£Vengeance Is Mine!ΓÇ¥ and ΓÇ£Stacked BulletsΓÇ¥), The No-Gun Man (includes: ΓÇ£Man for BreakfastΓÇ¥) and Shadows from Boot Hill (includes: ΓÇ£The Gunner from GehennaΓÇ¥ and ΓÇ£Gunman!ΓÇ¥).ΓÇ£With the flair of a Louis LΓÇÖAmour or Zane Grey.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöTrue West Magazine

For SF and fantasy enthusiasts who love to escape to unknown worlds.As a master of the art of narrative and one of the leaders in the Golden Age of Science Fiction, L. Ron HubbardΓÇÖs Sci-Fi and Fantasy stories helped reshape the future of speculative fiction. The universe is yours as you explore fabulous worlds of unfolding mystery and unlimited potential.Discover the herald of possibility in these out-of-this-world adventures.The 4-audiobook collection includes 10 short stories and 8 hours of immersive entertainment.The titles and short stories in this collection are: The Great Secret (includes: ΓÇ£Space Can,ΓÇ¥ ΓÇ£The BeastΓÇ¥ and ΓÇ£The SlaverΓÇ¥), If I Were You (includes: ΓÇ£The Last DropΓÇ¥), One Was Stubborn (includes: ΓÇ£A Can of VacuumΓÇ¥ and ΓÇ£240,000 Miles Straight UpΓÇ¥) and The Tramp.ΓÇ£A super-writer of the Golden Age of Science Fiction.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöA. E. van Vogt

Writers of the Future Vol 34: #1 Bestselling Sci-Fi & Fantasy Short Stories of the Year Paperback - April 10, 2018 24 Award-Winning Authors and Illustrators Accompanied by Orson Scott Card, Brandon Sanderson, Jody Lynn Nye, Jerry Pournelle, Ciruelo and Echo Chernik Edited by David Farland Your search for something new and different in sci-fi and fantasy ends here. Presenting this year's collection of fresh voices, fabulous worlds, and fantastic new characters. Each year, the Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests' blue-ribbon judges search the world to discover and introduce to you the very best new talent in sci-fi and fantasy. Created by L. Ron Hubbard, whose commitment to helping new writers and artists gave rise to the annual Writers of the Future anthologies--a launching pad for writers and artists who are sure to command our attention for decades to come.

2015 Best Science Fiction and alien anthology, Publisher''s Weekly Science Fiction Best SellerThe future is here…the future is now! Orson Scott Card, Kevin J. Anderson and Larry Niven have seen the future. Now, you can, too.A constellation of the brightest lights in the Science Fiction and Fantasy firmament have judged these authors to be the best, the brightest, the truest emerging stars in the field.From Alien Invasion to Alternate History, from Cyberpunk to Comic Fantasy to Post-Apocalyptic Worlds, these are the winning writers who have mastered every version and vision of sci-fi and fantasy.Don’t be left behind. Get a read on what’s next.“The Writers of the Future contest looks for people with the best imaginations who can see through the possibilities of the strangest and best ideas and tell stories that intrigue us and involve us.” —Orson Scott Card

Science Fiction & Fantasy Anthology and Advice to Writers 2016You are about to meet:YOUR NEXT FAVORITE AUTHORThe 32nd edition of Writers of the Future may be the best new book yet! Brand-new adventure through space, time and possibility.Along the way these new authors will introduce you to fascinating characters such as Nate, a very loyal companionΓÇölike most werewolves would be. Keanie has a parasite that lets her morph and so transform into anyone. Liz owns a dinosaur maker, but raw ingredients can be a problem. Anna slaves away in a factory but her magic leaves her unfulfilled. These authors take creative writing to a whole new level!The answers, the stories, the visions, and the mind-stretching possibilities are all waiting inside.Welcome to the future of Science Fiction and Fantasy. It gets better every year. These are the award winning short stories of the international contest that have launched the writing careers of some of the best new books!BONUS stories and articles on how to write by New York Times best sellers Tim Powers, Sean Williams, Brandon Sanderson, Sergey Poyarkov & L. Ron HubbardΓÇ£The Writers of the Future contest looks for people with the best imaginations who can see through the possibilities of the strangest and best ideas and tell stories that intrigue us and involve us.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöOrson Scott CardCelebrate the 32nd anniversary of the Writers of the Future contest and the 27th anniversary of the Illustrators of the Future contest

CelebrateNew WritersNew WinnersNew WorldsThis is your window into incredible worlds of wizardry, warfare and wonder.This is your escape into fantastic realms of the human mind lurking just beyond your imagination…and reaching deep into your wildest dreams.This is your ticket to tomorrow.Celebrate the future of science fiction and fantasy…now.“Keep the Writers of the Future going. It’s what keeps sci-fi alive.” —Orson Scott Card

Science Fiction short stories from the freshest, most talented new voices in Science Fiction and Fantasy, each illustrated by the best new artist in the genreTurn the page…open your eyes...and look into the futureThey unleash the power of dreams and unlock the secrets of the universeThey bend time, twist perception, and put a new spin on the laws of physics They show us who we are, what we may become, and how far we can go They are the Writers of the Future. Experience their vision: In twelve seconds you will catch one last glimpse of the worldA Love Story...with DeathAlien Contact has meaning deep beneath the ads ... don't trust what you readThe Steampunk Clock is not only broken, so is TIME itselfShe is not a dream weaver or a dream catcher... She is a dream eaterHero Duty calls.... all the way from the DeadLove and War know no bounds ... or do they?Writing Contest Judges: Kevin J. Anderson, Doug Beason, Gregory Benford, Orson Scott Card, Eric Flint, Brian Herbert, Nina Kiriki Hoffman, Dr. Yoji Kondo, Anne McCaffrey, Rebecca Moesta, Larry Niven, Frederik Pohl, Jerry Pournelle, Tim Powers, Mike Resnick, Kristine Kathryn Rusch, Robert J. Sawyer, Robert Silverberg, Dean Wesley Smith, K.D. Wentworth, Sean Williams and Dave Wolverton (AKA David Farland).Illustrating Contest Judges: Robert Castillo, Vincent Di Fate, Diane Dillon, Leo Dillon, Dave Dorman, Bob Eggleton, Laura Brodian Freas, Ron Lindahn, Val Lakey Lindahn, Stephan Martiniere, Judith Miller, Cliff Nielsen, Sergey Poyarkov, Shaun Tan, H.R. Van Dongen and Stephen Youll.“Keep the Writers of the Future going. It’s what keeps sci-fi alive.” —Orson Scott Card

Science Fiction short stories from the freshest, most talented new voices in Science Fiction and Fantasy, each illustrated by the best new artist in the genreBehold ... A magical woven man who holds the keys to the Kingdom...Discover ... gateways to alternate universes.Explore ... on Mars to unravel the fantastic mystery of a an ancient civilization. Clone Wars ... can a clone become human when she her soul.Paranoia ... post apocalyptic kindle fiction.Alien Infestation ... To stop these deadly aliens, she must die repeatedly, like a vivid chapter of ΓÇ£All You need is Kill.ΓÇ¥ΓÇ£The offerings are thought provoking and varied, with a trend towards excellence...The future is in good hands.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöPublishers WeeklyΓÇ£The Writers of the Future ... Long may it continue!ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöNeil GaimanWriting Contest Judges: Kevin J. Anderson, Doug Beason, Gregory Benford, Orson Scott Card, Eric Flint, Brian Herbert, Nina Kiriki Hoffman, Dr. Yoji Kondo, Anne McCaffrey, Rebecca Moesta, Larry Niven, Frederik Pohl, Jerry Pournelle, Tim Powers, Mike Resnick, Kristine Kathryn Rusch, Robert J. Sawyer, Robert Silverberg, Dean Wesley Smith, K.D. Wentworth, Sean Williams and Dave Wolverton (AKA David Farland).Illustrating Contest Judges: Robert Castillo, Vincent Di Fate, Diane Dillon, Leo Dillon, Dave Dorman, Bob Eggleton, Laura Brodian Freas, Ron Lindahn, Val Lakey Lindahn, Stephan Martiniere, Judith Miller, Cliff Nielsen, Sergey Poyarkov, Shaun Tan, H.R. Van Dongen and Stephen Youll.

Discover Imaginative New Worlds of Tomorrow. Discover the new visionaries of imagination in the Writers of the Future. Let tomorrow''s masters of science fiction and fantasy books take you on a journey.Meet a female warrior created to fight horrific, high-tech future wars, who discovers her humanity.Get lost in a magic room that comes to life, in the midst of rivaling magicians.Can an unlikely friendship with an exotic Alien race save an injured human girl.What would happen if you shared your mind with a terrorist, and their violence started to seep through?Can an android marked for death become human instead in a twist of fate?Established in 1983 by L. Ron Hubbard expressly for the aspiring writer, Writers of the Future has become the most respected and significant forum for new talent in all aspects of speculative fiction. Never before published first-rate science fiction and fantasy stories selected by top names in the field. Authors and artists discovered by Writers of the Future have gone to publish more works than other Writing Contest. It is a leading showcase of Creative Writing.ΓÇ£Not only is the writing excellent...it is also extremely varied. There''s a lot of hot new talent in it.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöLocus MagazineWriting Contest Judges: Kevin J. Anderson, Doug Beason, Gregory Benford, Orson Scott Card, Brian Herbert, Nina Kiriki Hoffman, Eric Kotani, Anne McCaffrey, Rebecca Moesta, Larry Niven, Frederik Pohl, Jerry Pournelle, Tim Powers, Robert J. Sawyer, Robert Silverberg, K.D. Wentworth, Sean Williams and Dave Wolverton (AKA David Farland).Illustrating Contest Judges: Vincent Di Fate, Diane Dillon, Leo Dillon, Bob Eggleton, Frank Frazetta, Laura Brodian Freas, Ron Lindahn, Val Lakey Lindahn, Stephan Martiniere, Judith Miller, Cliff Nielsen, Sergey Poyarkov, H.R. Van Dongen and Stephen Youll.

Your passage to unforgettable worlds of imagination and escapism. From the farthest reaches of the universe to the innermost workings of the human heart and mind... Let tomorrow''s masters of science fiction and fantasy books take you on a journey that will capture your imagination.A peaceful warrior tries to impose peace on warring alien races, even if that means destroying the world to save it.From survivors on a sky city to salvage specialists hunted by space pirates...biological warfare to an immortal woman cursed for eternity, this is a non-stop look into the Science Fiction & Fantasy greats of tomorrow.ΓÇ£Keep the Writers of the Future going. It''s what keeps sci-fi alive.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöOrson Scott CardWriters of the Future has become the most respected and significant forum for new talent in all aspects of speculative fiction. Never before published first-rate science fiction and fantasy stories selected by top names in the field. Authors and artists discovered by Writers of the Future have gone to publish more works than other Writing Contest. It is a leading showcase of creative writing.Writing Contest Judges: Kevin J. Anderson, Doug Beason, Gregory Benford, Orson Scott Card, Eric Flint, Brian Herbert, Nina Kiriki Hoffman, Dr. Yoji Kondo, Anne McCaffrey, Rebecca Moesta, Larry Niven, Frederik Pohl, Jerry Pournelle, Tim Powers, Mike Resnick, Kristine Kathryn Rusch, Robert J. Sawyer, Robert Silverberg, Dean Wesley Smith, K.D. Wentworth, Sean Williams and Dave Wolverton (AKA David Farland).Illustrating Contest Judges: Robert Castillo, Vincent Di Fate, Diane Dillon, Leo Dillon, Dave Dorman, Bob Eggleton, Laura Brodian Freas, Ron Lindahn, Val Lakey Lindahn, Stephan Martiniere, Judith Miller, Cliff Nielsen, Sergey Poyarkov, Shaun Tan, H.R. Van Dongen and Stephen Youll.

Imagine a young Laurence Olivier cast as a scholarly Oxford professor—an academic snatched out of his bookish world and pressed into service aboard Lord Nelson’s legendary British fleet—in the position of schoolmaster. Such is the life of the land-loving, seafaring Mister Tidwell, Gunner.Thrust into service at the height of the Napoleonic Wars, Tidwell soon finds himself directly in the line of fire and way out of his depth. Fate has cast him into a terrible and terrifying spot—alone on deck to face the fearsome approach of a French man-o’-war.The professor is about to get an object lesson in war, self-reliance … and survival. Overwhelmed by the smell of gunpowder, the sound of cannons, and the sight of death, he will either experience the sweet taste of victory … or the bitter taste of his own blood.In an essay called Search for Research Hubbard wrote about how he came up with story ideas: “I want one slim, forgotten fact. From there a man can go anywhere.… In one old volume, for instance, I discovered that there was such a thing as a schoolmaster aboard Nelson’s ships.… When did this occur? The Napoleonic Wars.” Drawing on this single obscure discovery, Hubbard delved deeper into the history and let his remarkable imagination do the rest. “Complete after a few days of search, I had my Mister Tidwell, Gunner.”Also includes the sea adventures The Drowned City, the story of two deep-sea divers who set out in search of a long-lost treasure only to find that the waters are full of treacherous currents and even more treacherous men; and Submarine, in which a young sailor on leave enjoys a quiet interlude with his girlfriend—only to have it interrupted by a call to duty and danger.

Embark on Voyages of Imagination and Wonder. Discover the new visionaries of imagination in the Writers of the FutureΓÇöcelebrating 25 years of showcasing the best new talent. Established in 1983 by L. Ron Hubbard expressly for the aspiring writer, Writers of the Future has become the most respected and significant forum for new talent in all aspects of speculative fiction. Never before published first-rate science fiction and fantasy stories selected by top names in the field. ΓÇ£Some of the best Sci Fi of the future comes from Writers of the Future and you can find it in this book.ΓÇ¥ ΓÇöDavid Hartwell, Editor Includes essays written by professionals of the craft: L. Ron Hubbard, Robert Silverberg and Ron Lindahn

Lynn Taylor and his kid brother Frank may not be angels, but they're not devils, either. They're just a couple of mentwo-fisted Texans who have landed on the wrong side of a corrupt lawman. And like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, they're up to their necks in trouble.Young Frank's been framed for robbery, rustling and murder, and if Lynn doesn't think fast, his brother's going to end up the guest of dishonor at a hanging party. Lynn cooks up a daring plan to clear his brother's name and rope in the real outlaw.But it means Lynn will have to turn outlaw himself, and if he's caught, it'll be his neck on the lineand in the noose.Hailing from the western states of Nebraska, Oklahoma and Montana, Hubbard grew up surrounded by grizzled frontiersmen and leather-tough cowboys. When he chose to write stories of the Old West, Hubbard didn't have to go far to do his research, drawing on his own memories of a youth steeped in the life and legends of the American frontier.Also includes the Western adventures, Ride 'Em Cowboy, the story of a man and woman's rodeo rivalry that leads to romance, and Boss of the Lazy B, in which a lady gets swindledand the swindler ultimately gets justice. ';Rough and tumble action with a twist, and all are a great read.' True West magazine* International Book Awards Finalist for best Western fiction 2012

Imagine a young Laurence Olivier cast as a scholarly Oxford professoran academic snatched out of his bookish world and pressed into service aboard Lord Nelson's legendary British fleetin the position of schoolmaster. Such is the life of the land-loving, seafaring Mister Tidwell, Gunner.Thrust into service at the height of the Napoleonic Wars, Tidwell soon finds himself directly in the line of fire and way out of his depth. Fate has cast him into a terrible and terrifying spotalone on deck to face the fearsome approach of a French man-o'-war.The professor is about to get an object lesson in war, self-reliance . . . and survival. Overwhelmed by the smell of gunpowder, the sound of cannons, and the sight of death, he will either experience the sweet taste of victory . . . or the bitter taste of his own blood.In an essay called Search for Research Hubbard wrote about how he came up with story ideas: ';I want one slim, forgotten fact. From there a man can go anywhere. . . . In one old volume, for instance, I discovered that there was such a thing as a schoolmaster aboard Nelson's ships. . . . When did this occur? . . . The Napoleonic Wars.' Drawing on this single obscure discovery, Hubbard delved deeper into the history and let his remarkable imagination do the rest. ';Complete after a few days of search, I had my Mister Tidwell, Gunner.'Also includes the sea adventures The Drowned City, the story of two deep-sea divers who set out in search of a long-lost treasure only to find that the waters are full of treacherous currents and even more treacherous men; and Submarine, in which a young sailor on leave enjoys a quiet interlude with his girlfriendonly to have it interrupted by a call to duty and danger.

Forged in the hot sun and sand of the Arizona desert, Chinook Shannon is as tough as they comeas steely-eyed and tall in the saddle as Randolph Scott. But Chinook is far from homein the north country of Montanaand facing a challenge as big as the territory itself.Following his grandfather's suspicious death, he's come to Montana to claim his inheritancethe family's cattle ranch. But the territory's crawling with bandits and bankers, and they all want a piece of Chinook's land. With foreclosure hanging over the ranch, Chinook's got exactly twenty-four hours to find out who killed his grandfather and become the Cattle King. He'll follow a trail of forgery, cattle rustling and murder to find the truth, knowing he has only one allyhis Colt Peacemaker.L. Ron Hubbard's detailed knowledge of ranch life and mining techniquesas well as the economics and legal issues surrounding mining and water rightsinforms Cattle King for a Day. He wrote: ';I became thoroughly acclimated to Montana ranch life and the very rough and tough atmosphere. . . . It was also a mining area, and I used to pan in these streams for pocket money.' It's no wonder, then, that these stories are pure gold.Also includes the Western adventure Come and Get It, the story of an Easterner who comes to Wyoming to find out who killed his fatherbut discovers that the only way to get justice is to cook up a new identity for himself.* An International Book Awards Finalist

Every man walks with a shadow . . . but what happens when he acquires a second one? Just ask Brazosa dead ringer for Jack Palance who's a cold-blooded killer for hire with blood on his hands and a posse on his tail. Desperate for cash, Brazos accepts $200 to gun down a local man named Brant. He'll earn every penny . . . but in the end there'll be the devil to pay. Because to put a bullet in Brant means putting one in his partner as wellan eerie stranger schooled in the black art of witchcraft. This is one killing that brings with it a deadly curseand a second shadow.As Brazos is about to discover, the Wild West doesn't get any wilder than when a man is damned to liveand diein the Shadows from Boot Hill. A note from L. Ron Hubbard, written many years ago, that could as well be addressed to you, today's reader: ';Dear Range Boss: Four million of my words have been published in fifty different magazines. . . . Just now I'm larruping fantasy fiction more than anything else, though I've been writing Westerns for some time, too. Hope your readers like Shadows from Boot Hill. The Old West was superstitious in the extreme and . . . reeks with more fantasy than The Arabian Nights.'Also includes the Western adventures The Gunner from Gehenna, in which a plot to steal a miner's gold reveals how a good man can go bad . . . and a bad man can do good, and Gunman!, the story of an aging gunfighter turned lawman who shows his town what a real man is made of.';A minor masterpiece.' author Will Murray