“A map for men...[Moore and Gillette] are handing men concrete images and explicit ways of thinking and being, ways to mature and still remain fully masculine.”—Chicago Sun-TimesThe classic guide to the four essential male archetypes.Masculinity is on trial, leaving many men feeling lost, threatened, or unable to clearly express themselves. Instead of leading to internal growth and maturity, paradigms like “toxic masculinity” and “man up!” ultimately lead to men and boys fe...

The incredibly amazing 9th volume of Golden Age Science Fiction! Featuring: The Protector, by Betsy Curtis Jaywalker, by Ross Rocklynne Picture Bride, by William Morrison Two Weeks in August, by Frank Robinson Queen of the Flaming Diamond, by Leroy Yerxa

Worlds of If was a three time winner of the Hugo Award for best science fiction magazine. Worlds of If discovered many talented writers who would go on to dominate genre fiction. This is the third in our Worlds of If series with even more memorable stories from its tremendous run. ‘The Yillian Way’ by Keith Laumer ‘Homo Inferior’ by Mari Wolf ‘The Talkative Tree’ by H.B. Fyfe ‘Show Business’ by Boyd Ellanby ‘The One and the Many’ by Milton Lesser ‘The Stowaway’ by Alvin Heiner ‘Sound of Te...

Fantastic Universe' started publishing in 1953 and continued until March 1960. It was one of the better magazines to launch during the boom in science fiction magazines publishing. It published many important stories' by some of the fields best known writers. Collected in this over sized edition are more than 175,000 words of science fiction and fantasy. Escape back to the golden age of science fiction! 'Exile from Space' by Judith Merril 'Cogito, Ergo Sum' by John Foster West 'Grove of th...

The 54th Golden Age of Science Fiction MEGAPACK® collects Doomesday Eve, a classic novel, plus 9 great short stories by Robert Moore Williams. Complete contents include:Dooomsday EveDark RealityJohn Holder's WeaponLord of the Silent DeathMiss Tweedham's ElogarsnNew LampsQuest on IoSecret of the PaintingWhat Inhabits Me?

Here for your reading delectation, are 25 outre tales of crime. Since history has proven that there is nothing unusual or unexpected about the human (or inhuman) drive to break the law, it should come as no surprise that the weird, the strange, the supernatural, and the just plain odd often, in fictional form, manifest themselves allayed to the criminal element. Included are:INTRODUCTION, by Shawn GarrettTHE WINDOW OF HORRORS, by H.L. MenckenTHE FOOTSTEPS ON THE STAIR...

Galactic empires. Mighty heroes blasting their way to victory. Galaxy-spanning quests. They're all essential ingredients for a space opera! Here are 6 classic novellas from the pulps, showcasing galaxy-spanning adventures. Included are:"Thunder to Venus," by Joseph J. Millard"The Last Outpost," by Nelson S. Bond"Martian Adventure," by Robert Moore Williams"A Planet Named Shayol," by Cordwainer Smith"The Superstition Seeders," by Edward Wellen"And ...

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • The inspiration for the major motion picture The Command, this riveting, brilliantly researched account details the deadliest submarine disaster in history and its devastating human cost.“Fast-paced . . . an emotion-packed and ultimately heartbreaking story that also sheds light on the Soviet military’s decline.”—The Washington PostOn a quiet Saturday morning in August 2000, two explosions—one so...

Planet Stories was an American pulp science fiction magazine, published between 1939 and 1955. It featured interplanetary adventures, both in space and on other planets, and managed to obtain work from well-known names, including Isaac Asimov and Clifford Simak.In 1952 Planet published Philip K. Dick's first sale, and went on to print more of his stories over the next years.This Super Pack features 31 of the very best stories from the magazine, and is guaran...

Three beautiful girls face days and days of pain and terror when they are held hostage by three escaped cons bent on making up for years without female company.

Hamilton, alongside a small group of rebels, fights against the mind-controlling force to free the people of Vidir and uncover the truth behind the planet's enigmatic rulers. The novel blends themes of adventure, mystery, and psychological manipulation, typical of mid-20th-century science fiction.Williams, a prolific writer in the genre during the 1940s and 1950s, is known for his ability to create engaging plots with unexpected twists and thought-provoking concepts. "Sinister Paradise" re...

The story follows the protagonist, Dr. John Marco, a scientist who discovers the existence of this mysterious planet. Intrigued by the possibility of interacting with an advanced alien civilization, Dr. Marco embarks on a journey to explore the planet and uncover its secrets.As Dr. Marco and his team delve deeper into the planet's secrets, they encounter strange phenomena and powerful beings that challenge their understanding of the universe. The novel delves into themes of exploration, di...