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Dive into the intriguing world of The Society For Mystical and Metaphysical Research, Inc. This organization boasts a façade so eccentric that it has gone unnoticed by all but the most curious minds. Yet, beneath this seemingly absurd exterior lies a truth that is both shocking and enlightening. Once a hidden arm of the government, the Society has proven to be a valuable resource in unraveling the most perplexing mysteries. Join us as we explore the remarkable tale of how the Society achieved the impossible. Just another day at the SMMR. - Summary by the author and Phil Chenevert

Twenty-four of the greatest science fiction stories of all time in this fourth sci-fi short story collection, including works by Jerry Dunham, Emmett Dowell, James Causey, Gordon Randall Garrett, James A. Cox, Phyllis Sterling Smith, Richard A. Sternbach, Robert Sheckley, E. G. Von Wald, Keith Laumer, Jerome Bixby, Frederik Pohl, Roger Dee, Arnold Marmore, James H. Schmitz, Lester del Rey, Cordwainer Smith, Ray Bradbury, and Philip K. Dick.

Published in 1959, this is a classic and extremely funny sci-fi story by Randall Garrett. The FBI learns that the Russians have a sensationally brilliant and dangerous spy who can read minds! So they search for someone who can detect the telepath and find a crazy old lady who thinks that she's Queen Elizabeth Tudor... Get ready for a perfect mix of laughter and nail biting.

Sci Fi Shorts is a collection of classic science fiction stories from the "Golden" age of space stories. This group of nine unabridged short stories by seven authors covers such adventures, as hidden aliens on earth, a conquered humanity, super villains made by super science and time travel.

This second collection of great sci-fi stories includes the following: "A Sense of Wonder" by Stephen Marlowe, "Seller of the Sky" by Dave Dryfus, "The Shining Cow" by Alex James, and more.

"Nor Iron Bars A Cage"... focuses on a very serious subject; the question of what best to do with criminals in prison, and criminality overall. Is physical imprisonment best? What about mind altering practices? Even at the risk of damaging psyches permanently?

Introducing Leland Hale, who will steal your heart - and all your money! Fraud, larceny, and murder are all in a day's work for this master interstellar confidence man. Leland thought the universe owed him a living - and he was collecting on the installment plan! He is about to descend on the planet Cardigan's Green with a planetary scam designed to make him rich at the population's expense. What this scoundrel doesn't know is that he is about to become a savior! And if he survives this misadventure, he has two more brilliant schemes in mind.

Despoilers of the Golden Empire is a swashbuckling sci-fi adventure that appears to be a space exploration tale—until the shocking final twist reveals a completely different reality. Mixing futuristic elements with sword fights and conquest, this is a must-listen for fans of classic pulp fiction.

This is a fine military science fiction novelette with a treason scenario. The tale has a unique premise, and is certainly one of Garrett's best stories. In the distant future, forced equality of all human beings has become the highest social priority. Earth's involvement in an interstellar war with this type of society leads to major problem. One intelligent man, stuck in a military where everyone is forced to be equal, comes up with a unique solution to that problem. The story may be an accurate prophecy of where we may be heading as a society.

An alien crash lands on Earth, and for ten years terrorizes the planet, hiding, periodically killing and eating people, and stealing materials for some unknown purpose. The only hope is Bart Stanton, a medically-engineered superman, designed for the sole purpose of confronting the “Nipe”.

In this captivating sequel to Randal Garretts original tale, A Spaceship Named McGyer, our reluctant hero finds himself thrust into the role of the unwitting master of the robot spaceship McGyer. Summoned by the ships owners to assist their experts in fixing a critical issue, he soon realizes that he is the only human McGyer will heed. As rival corporations plot to sabotage the project, his safety hangs in the balance. At the heart of this thrilling narrative lies a thought-provoking exploration of Asimovs three laws of robotics and the complex definition of what it means to be human. Prepare ...

When a super-robot named Snookums discovers how to build his own superbombs, it becomes obvious that Earth is by no means the safest place for him to be. And so Dr. Fitzhugh, his designer, and Leda Crannon, a child psychologist acting as Snookums’ nursemaid, agree to set up Operation Brainchild, a plan to transport the robot to a far distant planet. Mike the Angel has devised the power plant that is to propel the space ship Branchell to its secret destination, complete with its unusual cargo.

These two famous sci-fi authors, who, together wrote the best-selling Brain Twister have another incredibly imaginative science fiction/fantasy story with Pagan Passions. As they describe it, this book is "Adult Science Fiction, with the supernatural making complete sense." The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece and Rome had returned to Earth - with all their awesome powers intact, and Earth was transformed almost overnight. War on any scale was outlawed, along with boom-and-bust economic cycles, and prudery....

"The Judas Valley" is a co-authored sci-fi story by Robert Silverberg and Randall Garrett, published in magazine form in 1956. Our two heroes, Peter and Sherri, have to solve - and do it quickly! - the mystery behind the deaths of seasoned space personnel on a strangely peaceful planet; or else they are next in turn.

Dive into a world where the ancient Gods and Goddesses of Greece and Rome have returned to a transformed Earth, bringing their immense powers‚Aîand a new set of rules. In this imaginative adult science fiction tale, war, economic turmoil, and prudery have been outlawed, leading to a radical reimagining of society. New York City is no longer the same; the Empire State Building has become the majestic Tower of Zeus! Our protagonist, William Forrester, an acolyte of Athena, navigates his role as a teacher while grappling with the passionate advances of Maya Wilson, a devoted follower of Venus....

Dive into the imaginative world of Randall Garrett, an irrepressible Science Fiction author renowned for his sharp wit and playful critique of the cherished beliefs of his time. Under a variety of pseudonyms, he penned a treasure trove of short stories for the SF magazines of the 1960s. In this collection, you‚All find three of his most entertaining tales With No Strings Attached, The Destroyers, and In Case of Fire. No matter the by-line, you can count on Garretts quirky storytelling to captivate and amuse.

What happens when telepathy emerges in society? The answer isnt pretty the draconian punishment of being chained to an asteroid and left to drift endlessly in space. In this gripping tale, we explore the unsettling reality of Earth‚As response to telepaths, branded as psychodeviants by a world gripped with fear. As the psychodeviant police hunt these so-called threats, one must wonder are all telepaths truly malevolent? Could it be that one of the hunters is hiding a secret of his own? Join us on this thought-provoking journey into a future where fear shapes the fate of humanity. - Summary ...

In Anchorite, Randall Garrett skillfully probes the depths of our government and society with a sharp needle of insight. He paints a vivid picture of a future where a world government enforces equality‚Aîregardless of individual desire‚Aîand ensures everyones needs are met, no matter their competence or character. As people navigate a landscape rife with deceit and distrust, Garrett chillingly forecasts the consequences of todays trends if left unchallenged. However, amidst the chaos, hope emerges from the asteroid belt, where only the capable and sensible can thrive and govern. But will...

An alien with sinister intentions crash-lands on Earth, unleashing a decade of terror. As it lurks in the shadows, it preys on unsuspecting victims and siphons materials for a mysterious goal. Humanitys last chance lies with Bart Stanton, a superhuman engineered specifically to confront this deadly threat known as the Nipe. Will he be able to stop the alien menace before its too late?

In a world where iron bars cant truly imprison a man‚Aîonly his body‚Aîthere lie deeper, more insidious forms of confinement. As police embrace cutting-edge technology, they must still confront the age-old struggle of human nature, perpetually capable of committing unspeakable acts. Will the hypo-gun replace the nightstick, and is prison the ultimate solution? Immerse yourself in this captivating tale by Randall Garrett and explore the complexities of justice and freedom.