Machine Learning

New and Collected Stories

By: Hugh Howey

Narrated by: Gabra Zackman, Scott Aiello, Hugh Howey

A new collection of stories, including some that have never before been seen, from the New York Times best-selling author of the Silo trilogy

Hugh Howey is known for crafting riveting and immersive tales of boundless imagination, spawning millions of fans worldwide, first with his best-selling novel Wool, and then with other enthralling works such as Sand and Beacon 23. Now comes Machine Learning, an impressive collection of Howey's science fiction and fantasy short fiction, including three stories set in the world of Wool, two never-before-published tales written exclusively for this volume, and 15 additional stories collected here for the first time. These stories explore everything from artificial intelligence to parallel universes to video games, and each story is accompanied by an author's note exploring the background and genesis of each story.

Howey's incisive mind makes Machine Learning: New and Collected Stories an addictive and thought-provoking selection of short works - from a modern master at the top of his game.

©2017 Hugh Howey (P)2017 Audible, Inc.

Howey Does It

An astoundingly thought provoking and imaginative collection... Most collections are hit and miss, this one is all hits... Love the unique thought processes and scenarios delivered to us w/ encouragement to consider and cogitate... Stories off center and kilter intriguing and teasing dexterous minds... You’ll wanna give some little, or large, thought once done w/ each... Some won’t like the author’s notes following each, but I dug them tremendously... Narration is very good... Fans will gobble it up, and if you’re a neophyte to the Howey creations this could be an excellent appetizer to get started on your way....

So good

I loved this in its entirety. my kids would even listen along. There isn't a bad story in the whole lot.

Great writing - perhaps more daring than his novels

I generally don’t like reading anthologies. The stories are too short and the jump from story to story it too jarring. I bought this book because I really like Hugh Howey’s books and believe I have read them all.

This collection is gratifyingly great. Each story progresses with intensity - perhaps with urgency to get his message across. And Hugh Howey’s always has a message. It was enlightening to read the stories that precede and succeed the Silo series. I gained valuable insights. Even more enlightening were the author’s notes at the end of almost every story. Those glimpses into Hugh Howey’s messages and morals were truly a joy.

just amazing.

I discovered Hugh Howie like most you probably did with wool. I loved the world and writing style and was hooked immediately. I devoured the follow up stories and still wanted more. If wool made me think he was good, machine learning makes me this he is masterful. amazing stories! highly recommend. love the afterwords with him after each story. made me feel a little more connected.

Silo stories were great!

This was a nice collection of stories, but I don’t think it’s worth a credit. If it had more Silo stories maybe I’d feel different. Meh overall!

short Amazing stories

ABSOLUTELY love the short Amazing stories. I love the continuing of Silo Juliet, Solo. Please tell us about the other Silo's

What a great set of stories

I enjoyed wool and sought more from the author. These short stories were MORE enjoyable than wool. This may be my new favorite author.

Excellent collection!

I first discovered Hugh Howey in reading his blog and writings on the new world of independent publishing. After reading Wool and Beacon 23, I was a true fan. This collection of short stories is delightfully varied, vividly brought to life by a pair of exceptional narrators, and illuminated further by Howey’s intimate afterwords, in his own voice. I highly recommend!!

Mixed, with some hidden gems

The continuation and conclusion of the Silo Series was priceless. Loved many of these stories, some couldn't grab my attention. But overall, if you're a Hugh Howey fan, this is a must read. The author's personal take after each story was fascinating.

Great thought provoking variety!

I liked the variety of stories and perspectives. As I am watching the TV series for the Silo, the silo stories provide some interesting context. I like how so many of the stories tied together in ways to each other, to an overall theme, and to the authors life.