Tag Archives: Science Fiction

The Order

Posted on October 17, 2018 by

A month after the Wertiger Insititute opened with its Space Communications Array, the aliens contacted humanity. “For one month, we will monitor Earth’s transmissions, then give our Final Order.” That was it. What did it mean? To be safe, TV … Continue reading →

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The Emissary

Posted on September 5, 2018 by

“The aliens demanded total capitulation of Earth,” said President Soares. “We sent an emissary with our reply.” “Who did you send?” shuddered Meghan, the First Lady. “There were human volunteers, but we sent Alexa.” “You sent a household robot on … Continue reading →

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A Memory Rejected

Posted on August 8, 2018 by

Evan was starting to regret bringing Julian to the museum. The boy just couldn’t relate. He pointed to a display of plants, “Julian, look! That’s grass.” Julian squinted. “Is that an herb?” “No! It used to grow everywhere. People used … Continue reading →

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The Tradeoff

Posted on July 25, 2018 by

The trio shuffled towards the boat. At their advanced age they proceeded slowly. “It’s a shame Human bodies wear out so quickly,” said Bernice. “True,” said Wade. “But we saw so much. The Pyramids, The Afghan markets.” “The living bridges … Continue reading →

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Kerpow!

Posted on July 5, 2018 by

After Officer Moynihan started walking his new beat, crime rose for about two weeks. The crooks knew he had a prosthetic leg, and they figured he could never catch anyone. Unknown to them, Moynihan was a world-class sprinter before his … Continue reading →

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The Decision

Posted on June 27, 2018 by

Piper worked on her latest music composition, looping parts through her keyboard while adding another part on guitar. An alien crashed through her door, blasters raised in tentacles. “Ohmigosh!” squeaked Piper. “Are you abducting me?” Hah’zul’s mission was indeed to … Continue reading →

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The Solo Effort

Posted on June 26, 2018 by

Captain Jones stood upon a hilltop of the newly colonized planet, New Montana. A team of his hand-picked men helped him raise the massive flagpole. Soon the United States flag flapped proudly in the breeze. “I claim New Montanta for … Continue reading →

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