Far Orbit (eBook)

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Modern space adventures crafted by a new generation of Grand Tradition science fiction writers. 

Edited by Bascomb James
Series: Far Orbit Anthology Series
Science Fiction Anthology / Space Opera
Release Date: April 29, 2014

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Anthology: Approx. 80,000 words / 280 pages
Also available as a trade paperback

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Titles in the Far Orbit Anthology Series: Far Orbit, Far Orbit Apogee

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Description

Modern space adventures crafted by a new generation of Grand Tradition science fiction writers. 

Smart, engaging stories that take us back to a time when science fiction was fun and informative, pithy and piquant—when speculative fiction transported us from the everyday grind and left us wondrously satisfied. Showcasing the breadth of Grand Tradition stories, from 1940s-style pulp to realistic hard SF, from noir and horror SF to spaceships, alien uplift, and action-adventure motifs, Far Orbit’s diversity of Grand Tradition stories makes it easy for every SF fan to find a favorite.

Contents

Dear Speculative Fiction, I'm Glad  We Had This Talk An open letter to SF by Elizabeth Bear
Introduction by Bascomb James
Open for Business by Sam S. Kepfield
Composition in Death Minor by K. G. Jewell 
Spaceman Barbecue by Peter Wood
Obsidianite by Kat Otis 
Starship Down by Tracy Canfield
Backscatter by Gregory Benford 
A Game of Hold’em by Wendy Sparrow
From a Stone by Eric Choi 
Charnelhouse by Jonathan Shipley 
Bear Essentials by Julie Frost
The Vringla/Racket Incident by Jakob Drud 
A Trip to Lagasy by Barbara Davies 
Saturn Slingshot by David Wesley Hill 

Anthologist

Bascomb James is a clinical virologist, author, and editor who lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He has authored a hat-full of scientific papers, authored or edited four scientific textbooks, contributed numerous textbook chapters, and presented countless scientific lectures and workshops. A science fiction fan since childhood, Bascomb credits his interest in science, engineering, and invention to the sci-fi stories he read as a child. Stories matter. They shape our lives, expectations, and dreams. They are the warp and weave of our human existence, binding us into a fabric far stronger than any individual element. 
bascombjames.com

Praise

“Daring adventure, protagonists who think on their feet, and out of this world excitement! Welcome to FAR ORBIT, a fine collection of stories in the best SF tradition. Strap in and enjoy!”
— Julie E. Czerneda, author of SPECIES IMPERATIVE

“Successfully captures the kinds of stories that were the gateway drugs for many of us who have been reading science fiction for a long time. Well done!” 
— Tangent

"FAR ORBIT is definitely a spectacular sci-fi anthology that is sure to entertain readers and keep them coming back for more. This is definitely one anthology that no sci-fi library should be without!" 
— Night Owl Reviews (Five Stars)

“Need a quick fix of good old-fashioned science fiction? Far Orbit is it!”
— Sporadic Reviews

"Put aside all of your preconceived notions of what 'sci-fi' is — whether you think you love it or hate, it doesn't matter — pick up this book and get to reading!"
— Good Choice Reading