Best Selling Books by James H. Schmitz

This is a classic science fiction short story by James H. Schmitz and illustrated by Schoenherr that first appeared in Analog Science Fact and Fiction. The following passage is part of its intriguing intro: 'A novice is one who is inexperienced—but that doesn't mean incompetent. Nor does it mean stupid!' This work is part of our Vintage Sci-Fi Classics Series, a series in which we are republishing some of the best stories in the genre by some of its most acclaimed authors, such as Isaac Asimov, Marion Zimmer Bradley, and Robert Sheckley. Each publication is complete with a short introduction to the history of science fiction.

(Excerpt): "He was already a thief, prepared to steal again. He didn't know that he himself was only booty! Phil Garfield was thirty miles south of the little town of Redmon on Route Twelve when he was startled by a series of sharp, clanking noises. They came from under the Packard's hood. The car immediately began to lose speed. Garfield jammed down the accelerator, had a sense of sick helplessness at the complete lack of response from the motor. The Packard rolled on, getting rid of its momentum, and came to a stop."

A must read sci-fi short. With the evil that is descending on us this story shows just what it would take to get us together again. Many religions have some variation of Do Unto Others as You Would Have Them Do Unto You but that's never the part that makes the news, that's never what you hear chanted...(Goodreads)

The Seventh Star Hotel has ben rigged to explore after an illicit transaction has taken place involving the hijacking of fifty Hlats, remarkable creatures something like a cross between Chewbacca and a ghost.(Goodreads)

Set well into the future where the human race has spread throughout the galaxy, this follows Trigger Argee as she tries to unravel the disappearance of Tate and the various plasmoids that have been found in the past. In doing so she jumps from one dilemma to another and exposes conspiracy, corruption and deceit wherever she turns. (Goodreads)

(Excerpt): "Gefty Rammer came along the narrow passages between the Silver Queen's control compartment and the staterooms, trying to exchange the haggard look on his face for one of competent self-assurance. There was nothing to gain by letting his two passengers suspect that during the past few minutes their pilot, the owner of Rammer Spacelines, had been a bare step away from plain and fancy gibbering."

(Excerpt): "There is a limit to how perfect a counterfeit can be—a limit that cannot be passed without an odd phenomenon setting in....". Intriguing book leads you to think beyond where you are or are not.(Goodreads)

(Excerpt): "In addition, Perrie and Dexter were volunteers for what Dr. Aloys Ormond referred to cryptically as "very advanced experimentation." The group at large had not been told the exact nature of these experiments, but the implication was that they were mental exercises of such power that Dr. Al did not wish other advanced students to try them, until the brave pioneer work being done by Perrie and Dexter was concluded and he had evaluated the results."

The Geest gun — the Gunderland Battle trophy on the wall — attracts plotters and generates a plot. Like Rudyard Kipling's bejeweled elephant-goad in "The King's Ankus", the Geest gun stirs ambition in people. More than in the Kipling though, these seem competent, thoughtfully dangerous men.(Goodreads)

Financier, blackmailer/conman Barney Chard is sure he's got mark Dr. Oliver McAllen right where he wants him. He knows McAllen's secret. He just needs to politely apply the right pressure. McAllen spends too much time fishing to be a threat.(Goodreads)

Embark on an Exciting Journey into the Unknown with "Schmitz's Sci-Fi Adventures: Exploring the Boundaries of the Mind and Beyond" Prepare to be captivated by the thrilling worlds of James H. Schmitz with this exhilarating 2 Ebook combo, featuring two captivating works of science fiction. Book 1: Rogue Psi by James H. Schmitz Step into a universe where psychic abilities reign supreme in "Rogue Psi," a pulse-pounding adventure that pushes the boundaries of human potential. Follow the enigmatic Telzey Amberdon as she navigates a dangerous world of intrigue and betrayal, using her extraordinary psychic talents to uncover hidden truths and protect the innocent. With its fast-paced action and imaginative world-building, "Rogue Psi" is a thrilling ride from start to finish. Book 2: Left Hand, Right Hand by James H. Schmitz Enter a realm of mystery and wonder in "Left Hand, Right Hand," as James H. Schmitz weaves a tale of cosmic proportions that challenges the very fabric of reality. Follow the intrepid explorers as they journey across the stars in search of answers to the universe's greatest mysteries, encountering strange beings and ancient artifacts along the way. With its mind-bending twists and thought-provoking themes, "Left Hand, Right Hand" is a journey into the unknown that will leave readers questioning the nature of existence itself. Immerse yourself in the mind-bending worlds of James H. Schmitz, where every page is filled with wonder, excitement, and the limitless possibilities of the cosmos. Will you dare to unlock the secrets of the universe and expand your understanding of reality, or will you remain bound by the constraints of conventional thought? Embark on a Journey Through the Cosmos! As you delve into "Schmitz's Sci-Fi Adventures," one question beckons: Can we unravel the mysteries of the universe and unlock the full potential of the human mind, or are we destined to remain forever in the dark? Join Schmitz's characters as they push the boundaries of science and explore the far reaches of the cosmos, and discover the wonders that await those who dare to dream. Don't miss this extraordinary 2 Ebook combo – Your Ticket to the Stars Awaits!

The robbery of the Dosey Asteroids Shipping Station in a remote and spottily explored section of space provided the newscasting systems of the Federation of the Hub with one of the juiciest crime stories of the season. In a manner not clearly explained, the Dosey Asteroids Company had lost six months' production of gem-quality cut star hyacinths valued at nearly a hundred million credits. It lost also its Chief Lapidary and seventy-eight other company employees who had been in the station dome at the time. All these people appeared at first to have been killed by gunfire, but a study of their bodies revealed that only in a few instances had gun wounds been the actual cause of death. For the most part the wounds had been inflicted on corpses, presumably in an attempt to conceal the fact that disaster in another and unknown form had befallen the station. he raiders left very few clues.(Goodreads)

Welcome to "Amazing Tales Volume 175", a captivating collection that explores the vast realms of science fiction and the human condition through stories filled with mystery, adventure, and humor. This anthology invites readers to journey through the cosmos and beyond, where each tale offers a unique perspective on the challenges and wonders of the universe. In "Captives of the Thieve-Star" by James H. Schmitz, newlyweds Peer and Channok find their romantic voyage interrupted by a spectral derelict, leading them into a labyrinthine encounter with the elusive Yomm and the clandestine Mysterious Nine. This thrilling narrative explores themes of love, intrigue, and cosmic secrets. Transitioning from the shadows of the Thieve-Star, "Feet of Clay" by Robert Hoskins takes us to the distant planet Kash. Here, seasoned trouble-shooter Cassidy faces off with Dillon, a manager grappling with an enigmatic problem. Hoskins skillfully unravels a tale of hidden complexities beneath a veneer of simplicity, challenging perceptions and loyalties. Next, "Left Hand, Right Hand", also by James H. Schmitz, immerses readers in a world where Earth Scientists confront the mysterious Tareeg. This gripping sci-fi narrative delves into themes of discovery and conflict, as humanity seeks to understand and engage with the unknown. Finally, lighten your journey with "Dear Nan Glanders", a whimsical short story that humorously addresses age-old dilemmas in a futuristic setting. Through the lens of tomorrow's advice columns, it playfully tackles issues of interplanetary etiquette and cosmic conundrums, offering a delightful blend of wit and wisdom. "Amazing Tales Volume 175" is a rich tapestry of storytelling that promises to entertain, provoke thought, and inspire wonder in every reader who dares to explore its pages.

Blazing interstellar adventure by the creator of Telzey Amberdon and Trigger Argee. Captain Pausert thought his luck had finally turned-but he did not yet realize it was a turn for the worse. On second thought, make that a turn for the disastrous! Pausert thought he had made good with his battered starship, successfully selling off odd-ball cargoes no one else could sell. And then he made the mistake of freeing three slave children from their masters (who were suspiciously eager to part with them). No good deed goes unpunished, and those harmless-looking young ladies were just trying to be helpful, but those three adorable little girls quickly made Pausert the mortal enemy of his fiancée, his home planet, the Empire, warlike Sirians, psychopathic Uldanians, the dread pirate chieftain Laes Yango-and even the Worm World, the darkest threat to mankind in all of space. And all because those harmless-looking little girls were in fact three of the notorious and universally feared Witches of Karres. A rollicking novel from the master of space adventure.

Ape Man, Space Man Earth's colonists have spread throughout the cosmos, and have almost divided into two separate species. One is the Swimmers, who have adapted to living in zero-gravity, and regard themselves as the next step in evolution, and those who prefer to live on the surface of a planet as little better than apes. The latter group, the Walkers, are not about to say farewell to the planets they grew up on, and think the Swimmers are not so much advanced as deranged. Crowell, born a Swimmer but now a Walker by choice, is caught in the middle as the two sides seem headed for war. Then he discovers the true cause of the altercation: a hidden alien race moving behind the scenes to provoke a war so that they can pick up the pieces after the two sides have obliterated each other. And if Crowell cannot head off the war and convince both sides of the existence of the real enemy, both branches of the human race may be headed for untimely extinction. This full-length novel and much more, fill a huge volume from the master of science fiction adventure. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). "Much has been made of the 'sense of wonder' that science fiction evokes, and believe me, there was nothing to evoke that sense quite like the worlds of James Schmitz. . . . Thank you, James Schmitz, wherever you are. And thank you, Eric Flint and Jim Baen, for bringing his Right Stuff back again." ¾Mercedes Lackey "Take my advice and buy TWO copies of this book! You'll want to lend it to friends and (trust me on this: I have years of experience to back up the observation) once people get their hands on a Schmitz book, they don't let go!" ¾ Janet Kagan, Hugo-winner and author of Uhura's Song

THEY'RE DYNAMITE Telzey Amberdon is one of the most powerful xenotelepaths in the known galaxy. Trigger Argee is a crack shot, with reflexes that make lightning look lethargic, and also a top agent of the galaxy's Federation of the Hub. Separately, they have been making life miserable for human criminals, unfriendly aliens, and nefarious members of all species. But when a danger to the entire Hub civilization brought these two together, the galaxy would never be the same! At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). "Here, read this-you'll love it!" -Janet Kagan, Hugo-Winner and author of the bestseller Uhura's Song "Wonderfully fresh." -The Horn Book "Telzey Amberdon ... is strong, competent, and fun to be with." -A Reader's Guide to Science Fiction "[A] typical James Schmitz mix of humor, strange mental powers, and mild anarchy. Delightful." -The Ultimate Guide to Science Fiction

IF BUREAUCRACIES HAD STARSHIPS Con games Corrupt governors. Deadly rivalries between departments of the same government. And, of course, the long arm of the Mob. Even in our future among the stars, some things never change-except that the governors run (and ruin) planets, the rivalries are fought with spacecraft and energy bolts, and the mobsters smuggle real illegal aliens and make their getaways with subspace portals. It's all just another day in that bastion of galactic peace and democracy, the Federation of the Hub -and somebody has to clean up this mess! Join secret agent Trigger Argee, scout adventurer Heslet Quillan and Holati Tate, master of intrigue, as they battle the criminal element on its own interstellar turf ... and make the future a little safer for the rest of us. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). "Take my advice and buy TWO copies of this book! You'll want to lend it to friends and (trust me on this: I have years of experience to back up the observation) once people get their hands an a Schmitz book, they don't let go!" - Janet Kagan, Hugo-winning author of Uhura's Song "Wonderfully fresh." -The Horn Book 'A. typical James Schmitz mix of humor, strange mental powers, and mild anarchy. Delightful."-The Ultimate guide to Science Fiction

Time travel is one of the staples of science fiction, right up there with aliens, space opera, and robots. Most science fiction authors have written at least one time travel story. This collection samples some of the best. TIME OUT, by Edward M. Lerner THESE STONES WILL REMEMBER, by Reginald Bretnor PROJECT MASTODON, by Clifford D. Simak 12:01 P.M., by Richard A. Lupoff TIME CONSIDERED AS A SERIES OF THERMITE BURNS IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER, by Damien Broderick TIME AND TIME AGAIN, by H. Beam Piper TRY, TRY AGAIN, by John Gregory Betancourt THE ETERNAL WALL, by Raymond Z. Gallun THE MAN FROM TIME, by Frank Belknap Long OF TIME AND TEXAS, by William F. Nolan THE EDGE OF THE KNIFE, by H. Beam Piper THROUGH TIME AND SPACE WITH FERDINAND FEGHOOT (10), by Grendel Briarton TIME BUM, by C.M. Kornbluth NEBOGIPFEL AT THE END OF TIME, by Richard A. Lupoff UNBORN TOMORROW, by Mack Reynolds LOST IN THE FUTURE, by John Victor Peterson THE WINDS OF TIME, by James H. Schmitz ARMAGEDDON -- 2419 A.D., by Philip Francis Nowlan THE MAN WHO SAW THE FUTURE, by Edmond Hamilton A TRAVELER IN TIME, by August Derleth THROUGH TIME AND SPACE WITH FERDINAND FEGHOOT (71), by Grendel Briarton FLIGHT FROM TOMORROW, by H. Beam Piper IN THE CRACKS OF TIME, by David Grace SWEEP ME TO MY REVENGE!, by Darrell Schweitzer THE SOLID MEN, by C.J. Henderson THROUGH TIME AND SPACE WITH FERDINAND FEGHOOT (Epsilon), by Grendel Briarton And don't forget to search this ebook store for "Wildside Megapack" to see many more entries in this series, covering westerns, mysteries, science fiction, pulp fiction, and much, much more!

Trade Paperback Halloween-themed science fiction anthology. Featuring a mix of classic science fiction reprints where the scary stuff happens in space. THE UNIVERSE MAY NOT BE A NICE NEIGHBORHOOD . . . _The oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown,Ó the grand master of horror, H.P. Lovecraft, once wrote. And the greatest unknown is the vast universe, shrouded in eternal cosmic night. What things might be on other planets¾or in the dark gulfs between the stars? Giving very unsettling answers to that question are such writers as Arthur C. Clarke, George R. R. Martin, Theodore Sturgeon, Tony Daniel, Robert Sheckley, James. H. Schmitz, Clark Ashton Smith, Neal Asher, Sarah A. Hoyt, and more, all equally masters of science fiction and of terror. One might hope that in the void beyond the earth will be found friendly aliens, benevolent and possibly wiser than humanity, but dont be surprised if other worlds have unpleasant surprises in store for future visitors. And in vacuum, no one will be able to hear your screams¾as if it would do any good if they could . . . At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

When Peer and Channok grappled the derelict Ra-Twelve, they hooked a death-prize—haunted by the Yomm, stalked by the Mysterious Nine!

This issue, we have our usual eclectic mix. Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken has a new Ecuadoran story by Tom Larsen. We have more original shorts by Michael Haynes, Paula Messina, Simon Kewin, John Leahy, and Veronica Leigh. And classics by Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett (who originally wrote as “Mrs. George Corbett”), Ray Cummings, and James H. Schmitz. And there’s a brand new solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles, too. Here’s the complete lineup— Cover Art: Stephen Hickman NOVELS The Adventures of Dora Bell, Detective, by Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett A lady detective solves cases police dare not touch… The Sea Girl, by Ray Cummings An underwater world holds a civilization that threatens humanity! NOVELLA “The Beacon to Elsewhere,” by James H. Schmitz A hijacked shipment of alien material opens doors best left closed… SOLVE-IT-YOURSELF MYSTERY “A Roll of the Dice,” by Hal Charles Can you solve the mystery before the detective? All the clues are there SHORT STORIES “The Lost Innocence of Ernesto Guillén,” by Tom Larsen [Michael Bracken Presents short story, Ernesto Guillén series] Some crimes demand justice beyond the law’s reach. “Prank Frank,” by Michael Haynes A harmless prank escalates into something darker… “The Little Girl,” by Paula Messina A house full of ghosts hides a family secret… “The Destruction of Gianthome,” by Simon Kewin When the giants vanish, who’s left to guard ancient secrets? “After the Dulling,” by John Leahy When the sun begins to dim, where can you run for safety? “Two Against Time,” by Veronica Leigh Some encounters transcend time itself. But why?

The story of one young woman, trapped on an island where the invading Parahuans are preparing to take over the planet, her only allies three mutated and intelligent otters. Her problem is to say alive long enough to get a message away from the island to the rest of the population and the warships of the Federation.

THE HUB IS A VERY DANGEROUS PLACE- BUT SO ARE ITS CITIZENS. The Federation of the Hub: thousands of rough, ornery and tough-minded human worlds with only the subtlest of interstellar governments holding them all together. Stable at last after centuries of war, the Hub is now prime real estate ... making it a merciless arena for the conflicting schemes of criminals, unscrupulous corporations, and invaders from beyond the edges of Federation space. But the Hub is well-defended, and not only by professional heroes such as Telzey Amberdon and Trigger Argee. In Hub Space a citizen is expected to stand up for herself, blaster in hand, as needs must; so when Trouble comes Hubward in large doses, there are an awful lot of armed citizens waiting for it.... At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). "Old-fashioned space opera is alive and well [in] David Weber's The Honor of the Queen. . . ." ¾Science Fiction Age "The Honor of the Queen . . . is worth shouting about. . . . I want more!" ¾Philadelphia Weekly Press "In terms of space combat, I think David Weber may be the best writer around . . . a top-notch read." ¾FosFax

The future of earth and control of the universe is at stake when a highly intelligent fifteen-year-old becomes involved in a game played by her protean kidnappers