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Adventures in Dystopia

by Anna Call

A rich patchwork of global perspectives provides a dizzying bird’s-eye view of class divisions. "Adventures in Dystopia" is a patchwork collection of experiences by loosely connected characters set in various developing countries. Each... Read More

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Viscoelastic Duende of Life

by Anna Call

"Viscoelastic Duende of Life" is an impressively thoughtful alternative to the cut-and-dried theory of natural selection. Viscoelastic Duende of Life: Evolution of Chaos in Living Matter. presents new theories, founded in biochemistry,... Read More

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The Stranger and the Time Machine

by Anna Call

Classic time travel story motifs aid an alien stranger in his mission to save the future. Dealing with time travel and personal transformation, "The Stranger and the Time Machine" is a collection of four adventures through time. Each of... Read More

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My CIA

by Anna Call

Fresh, sharp, and funny, Costanzo comes in from the cold to reveal a CIA far more interesting than any Hollywood fiction. "My CIA" is an unexpectedly fresh and interesting take on a system obscured as much by Hollywood representations as... Read More

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Fault Lines

by Anna Call

Enlightening and heartfelt, this call to political action is perfect reading for liberal academics. "Fault Lines" examines current culture and politics in the light of liberal and conservative philosophy, especially as they relate to the... Read More

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Brittle Star

by Anna Call

Dualities of hot and cold, zealous and level-headed, distinguish characters and their flaws in this hilarious sci-fi work. Set in a universe where all work is academic, "Brittle Star" follows the journey of a shipload of prisoner... Read More

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The Children Who Time Lost

by Anna Call

Though many male writers struggle with female perspectives on motherhood, Marvin Amazon carries the theme flawlessly. His smart, engaging style speaks to his confidence as a writer. Fast, gripping, and completely believable in its... Read More

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Digi

by Anna Call

Father-son relationships drive both the young protagonist and antagonist on their journey through the digital world. A solid juvenile science-fiction adventure, digi follows computer-illiterate Peter as he acquires the power to... Read More

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