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Ripples in Space by John Coon

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Ripples in Space

by John Coon

Humanity has sought evidence of intelligent life beyond Earth since we first peered through a telescope.

Fiction
Author John Coon
Published 2025
Format ebook

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About Ripples in Space

Humanity has sought evidence of intelligent life beyond Earth since we first peered through a telescope. Space holds the answers to an enduring mystery of whether we are alone in the universe. We want to make first contact with extraterrestrial life. What if making first contact takes a dangerous or deadly turn? Ripples in Space, the first science fiction anthology from Samak Press, presents new compelling first contact tales from fourteen talented science fiction authors. From sinister aliens to rogue artificial intelligence, these stories explore first contact scenarios that will take readers to unexpected destinations. Travel with these authors on captivating journeys from derelict spaceships to strange hidden worlds at the edge of the galaxy. Meet truly strange creatures who fit the definition of alien perfectly. Ripples in Space features original stories from Jean Marie Bauhaus, Phillip Carter, David Castlewitz, Charles Chin, Sarah Connell, John Coon, Angelique Fawns, Katherine Kerestman, Winston Malone, Christopher W. McGuiness, K.L. Mill, Mike Morgan, Brian Reindel, and Darren Todd. If you’re a fan of intelligent and suspenseful science fiction, this anthology will keep you turning the pages.

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