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The world is increasingly unthinkable, a world of planetary disasters, emerging pandemics, and the looming threat of extinction. In this book, Eugene Thacker suggests that we look to the genre of horror as offering a way of thinking about the unthinkable world. To confront this idea is to confront the limit of our ability to understand the world in which we live - a central motif of the horror genre. In the Dust of This Planet explores these relationships between philosophy and horror.

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The Secret of the Ninth Planet is a thrilling sci-fi adventure where high schooler Burl Denning must stop an alien race from stealing the sun’s energy—a catastrophe that could destroy Earth. With a desperate space mission aboard the Magellan, Burl and his crew race against time to uncover the aliens' sinister plan. A classic blend of adventure, science, and heroism.

In a galaxy on the brink of annihilation, two planets stand poised for nuclear war, threatening to obliterate one of them and claim millions of lives. Enter Brion Brandd, an outsider chosen by the Cultural Relationships Foundation, who holds the key to preventing this catastrophe. With the weight of the universe on his shoulders, can he navigate the complexities of interplanetary politics and stop the inevitable? Discover this timeless 1962 science fiction gem by the brilliant Harry Harrison, brought to life by M. Nelson.

In a future where humanity has colonized countless worlds across the galaxies, the key to sustainable colonies lies in recreating the complete ecology of their original home Earth. This ambitious endeavor involves transplanting everything from vibrant flora to pesky pests, creating a delicate balance that must be carefully managed. But what happens when that balance is disrupted? Join Moran and the crew aboard the space yacht Nadine as they stumble upon a mysterious world that has been brewing chaos for over a century. Can they survive the unpredictable and perilous environment that threatens ...

In this thrilling sequel to Plague Ship, the Solar Queen finds herself unexpectedly grounded from trade, embarking on a seemingly uneventful two-year journey as an interstellar mail carrier. However, her crews curiosity leads them to the exotic safari planet of Khatka, where they become embroiled in a fierce confrontation between rationality and the dark magic wielded by Khatkas mind-controlling wizard. Join us as we delve into a world of adventure, intrigue, and the battle for autonomy. (Summary by Mark Nelson)

Welcome to Cinema the Magic Vehicle Podcast, a weekly deep-dive into the masterpieces, legends, and forgotten gems that shaped the history of cinema. Based on the acclaimed book Cinema, the Magic Vehicle – A Comprehensive Guide, this podcast takes you on a chronological journey through the formative decades of world cinema — from the birth of silent film to the emergence of modern storytelling.

A comic book podcast bringing comic book news, reviews, interviews with creators and more. Starring Nerdtooine (Writer and Creator of Here Walks Monsters) and Year of the Collector (Nerd Initiative Writer), two life long nerds bringing their opinions and experiences of over the 2 plus decades.

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A HISTÓRIA DA BANDA DE ROCK MAIS POLÊMICA DO BRASIL CONTADA ATÉ A ÚLTIMA PONTA Como um terremoto, o Planet Hemp abalou as estruturas do rock nacional nos anos 1990. A mistura explosiva de rap e rock e o discurso de legalização da maconha fizeram a cabeça de milhões de jovens brasileiros...

Two explorers, Christian and Erik, welcome you to their outpost on PLANET ZERO where they gather information on comics and manga from planet E-4RTH. Listen as they challenge each other to explore new horizons in the fine art of illustrated literature. To keep up with all things PLANET ZERO: Follow the facebook page @The Book Club from Planet Zero Follow the instagram page @bookclubfromplanetzero Christian on Instagram @ChristianRiceComedy, The Creature on Instagram @kylerussomusic, and you can find Erik hiding in the Great Crater on Planet Zero reading the Walking Dead. Intro and Outro Music ...

In Planet Wermut geht es um Literatur aus der Ukraine. Wir beschäftigen uns mit Büchern, die zuallererst lesenswert sind. Sie reflektieren allgemeine Fragen des Lebens und nehmen uns darüber hinaus mit in ukrainische Alltagswelten jenseits tagesaktueller Nachrichten. Zwangsläufig ist der Krieg jedoch in vielen von ihnen präsent. Die Gäste von Kati Brunner haben durch ihre intensive Auseinandersetzung mit Texten und Kontexten ein tiefes Verständnis für die Ukraine, ihre Kultur sowie gesellschaftliche Prozesse. Kati spricht mit Übersetzerinnen und Übersetzern über jüngst publizierte ...

Welcome to Planet Ink, a literary haven for both writers and readers alike. Here, we passionately educate and empower authors from every genre, whether you're just starting out or have penned multiple masterpieces. Our episodes delve deep, offering insights, advice, and techniques tailored for all experience levels. But that's not all — we recognize the power of a good story, and how it's received by its audience. For our devoted readers, we explore the world behind the pages, offering a unique perspective that aims to elevate your reading journey. Join us as we celebrate the beautiful dance...

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Newly commissioned Planeteer Rip Foster is launched into space on a high-stakes mission. From hazing on the spaceship to battling space enemies, Rip and his team face danger and excitement at every turn.

Journey Planet, the 2015 Hugo-winner for BEst Fanzine, presents interviews with editors, artists, writers, and more!

Eric Elder reviews inspirational books to give you a boost in your faith! Get the books at https://InspiringBooks.com. Learn more about Eric at https://ericelder.com

First published by Ace Books in 1961. This reading is from the text available through the Project Gutenberg. MARS FOR THE MARTIANS! Dark Kensington had been dead for twenty-five years. It was a fact; everyone knew it. Then suddenly he reappeared, youthful, brilliant, ready to take over the Phoenix, the rebel group that worked to overthrow the tyranny that gripped the settlers on Mars. The Phoenix had been destroyed not once, not twice, but three times! But this time the resurrected Dark had new plans, plans which involved dangerous experiments in mutation and psionics. And now the rebels ...

A mysterious visitor from outer space arrives as pure energy. Tom must protect Exman from spies and disasters in one of his most thrilling space-age missions.

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