Fletcher Pratt, a master of science fiction and fantasy, co-author of the acclaimed "Incomplete Enchanter" and "Gavagan's Bar" series, presents 7 of his novels and stories. Included are:INTRODUCTION, by John BetancourtOFFICIAL RECORDDANGERDR. GRIMSHAW’S SANITARIUMTHE ONSLAUGHT FROM RIGEL [novel]THE OCTOPUS CYCLE [short novel]EXPEDITION TO PLUTO [short novel]THE BLUE STAR [novel]If you enjoy this MEGAPACK® and want to see mor...

The novel is set in a parallel world in which the existence of psychic powers has permitted the development of witchcraft into a science; in contrast, the physical sciences have languished, resulting in a modern culture reminiscent of our eighteenth century. Witchcraft is hereditary but the ability to use it can be held by only one member of a family line at a time, being passed from mother to daughter at the daughter's loss of virginity. The daughter's lover then gains possession of her m...

In the novel, Earth faces a formidable threat from technologically advanced beings from Rigel who launch a devastating attack on humanity. The storyline likely explores themes of interstellar conflict, human resilience, and the implications of first contact with extraterrestrial civilizations.Fletcher Pratt's writing typically includes elements of adventure, scientific speculation, and exploration of social and political themes. "The Onslaught from Rigel" is expected to reflect his skill i...

The Blue Star is set in a world that combines elements of fantasy and science fiction. The story follows the adventures of its protagonist, who becomes entangled in a quest involving a mysterious and powerful artifact known as the Blue Star.The novel's narrative unfolds as the protagonist navigates a series of challenges and encounters various characters, each with their own motivations and secrets. The plot is characterized by its blend of action, intrigue, and speculative elements, offer...

Director Unterbaum of the Intercolonial Office rose from his chair as the pair came in.I take it you haven't met before? he said.Mr. and Mrs. Lanzerotti, this is Ann Starnes, the recording photographer, and Robert Heidekopfer, one of our better writers.There were smiles and acknowledgments. Unterbaum touched a pair of buttons on his desk and two chairs slid out of the walls to make a group of five.Sit down, please, he said.Now I'm not going to mince words. The reason you're here is because...

Welcome to Black Cat Weekly #58.This issue kicks off our Halloween celebrations with a holiday-inspired tale. An incomplete draft of “Had a Wife...” was found in Janet Fox’s papers following her death, and I completed it. I hope you enjoy it. Keeping up the fantasy theme, we have a powerful tale by Craig Laurance Gidney inspired by the music of Joni Mitchell (selected by our acquiring editor Cynthia Ward). Our other acquiring editors have been busy, too—Michael Bracken pre...

POTEMKIN VILLAGE by FLETCHER PRATT offers a concentrated, compelling experience within fiction / literary. This concise work presents carefully drawn characters and purposeful plotting that together explore themes of choice, consequence, and human connection. The prose is precise and economical, balancing vivid scenes with clear pacing to maintain narrative momentum. Ideal for readers seeking a thoughtful, accessible read, the book is well-suited to book clubs and classroom discussion. Its...

Easter Island is one of the world's great mysteries. Why did nobody live there when the island was discovered? Where did the giant statues come from? And why are the waters around the island —the mysterious Agassis Triangle — devoid of life?

We know that many scientists believe that life may originally have come to earth in the form of spores, from other solar systems and other universes. We therefore might really have had our home dim ages ago, on worlds distantly removed from our earth.

We know that many scientists believe that life may originally have come to earth in the form of spores, from other solar systems and other universes. We therefore might really have had our home dim ages ago, on worlds distantly removed from our earth. The ability to travel the interstellar spaces, however, might also be possessed by other creatures-creatures driven by fear, necessity and by the will to conquer. And if they come, in mighty waves, with scientific powers far beyond us, to dom...

A jagged beam of flame, intenser than the hottest furnace leaped through the air, struck the green globe and reached the earth in a thousand tiny rivulets of light. A fantastic futuristic tale of science fiction awesomeness, brought to you by Fletcher Pratt!

This early work by Fletcher Pratt and Irvin Lester was originally published in 1928 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Octopus Cycle' is a short story about towering octopuses that walk out of the sea and into the jungles of Madagascar. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London...