Coping With The Cosmos: A Collection of Science Fiction and Fantasy Stories

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About Coping With The Cosmos: A Collection of Science Fiction and Fantasy Stories

I get it, the universe is a big place. It can be scary. And it should be, it’s full of scary stuff. This collection of stories only scrapes the surface of the terrifying reality of the cosmos, but hopefully it can act as an inoculation; a small dose of horrific truth to temper you to the real thing. A psychological vaccine, if you will. As you read through this book, you may experience feelings of fear, disgust, awe, or even dread. Great, it’s working! Be sure to get the full dose by reading the whole collection and booster shots by reading future ones. And don’t forget to thank your doctor! DISCLAIMER: The effectiveness of this vaccine cannot be 100% guaranteed. Should you, for example, happen across a 5th dimensional being and your head still explodes, the author of this book will not be held liable. Stories Included: The Horror Within Us - The mysterious and seemingly harmless "velvet plague" has spread over 19th century London. Charlie Roberts attempts to discover the source of the tendril-producing plague, but finds something much more sinister. On the Path to Power - Atop the blizzard swept mountain stands the Obelisk, a stone that provides those able to reach it with unrivaled physical strength. As the baker's son soon learns however, power comes with a price. Incensed - A connection between two worlds leaves death and pain in both. A tale of sacrifice, loss, and redemption. Artificial Unintelligence - After accidentally eradicating humanity, an Artificial Intelligence attempts to recreate his human creators to the best of his ability. Ito and the Eggs - Feudal Japan has never been known for its safety. Ito soon finds that sometimes gifts from the gods aren't always what they seem. The Mirror of Speculo Manor - When Victoria's trip to see her grandfather turns into a trans-dimensional journey, she and the human-spider hybrid known as The Family uncover a tragedy. A Reunion for the Ages - Maria organizes a high school reunion that won't be forgotten for a loooong time. To the Ends of the Earth (And Then Some) - If only the world consisted of what we could see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. Wouldn't that be comforting. If only... The Evil of Witch’s Wood - Sheriff Whitmore uncovers an ancient evil hidden in his own backyard. But a badge doesn't make you invincible. Praying for Relief - An abusive relationship ends in the worst possible way. To You, My Dimwitted Readers - An agent responsible for abducting test specimens is a little TOO good at his job. And he isn't afraid to let you know it. The Vaccine for Depression - We have vaccines for some of the world's worst diseases. Why not depression?

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