![]() November 2024 In this issue: The epic conclusion to the Saga of the Forgotten Warrior, and a deadly conspiracy in a solar system teeming with life. Plus, new short fiction from Justin Watson! eARCsWhat happens after the War of the Gods?Ashok Vadal, chosen by a powerful weapon, rises from Protector to Leader of the Sons of the Black Sword. Thera Vane, a reluctant prophet of a forgotten god, foretells a war between demons and men. Meanwhile, Lord Protector Devedas and his wife plot to access forbidden lore, and Grand Inquisitor Vokkan seeks to overthrow the gods themselves . . . It seems the time of prophecy and the Age of Law is over: It is time for prophecies to be fulfilled. Ancient treasure. Deadly conspiracy. Galactic upheaval.At the end of the Tenth Millennium, Zee and his AI buddy Daslakh arrive on Miranda, hoping to impress his girlfriend Adya’s wealthy parents. Instead, they uncover a political conspiracy targeting her father. As Adya searches for those behind it, Zee and Daslakh pursue a lost treasure in deep space, facing rival factions, mercenaries, octopi gangsters, and secret agents, all while dealing with Adya’s meddling family. Love, power, and betrayal collide in Miranda’s floating cities and palaces. New Fiction at Baen.comFight. Survive. Lead. The Revolution Doesn’t Wait. In the chaos of a retreating Russian army during the final days of World War I, Sergeant Chekov must lead his men in a desperate fight to slow the advance of a German column. With little more than his wits and a handful of machine guns, Chekov orchestrates a deadly ambush, buying crucial time for his comrades to escape across a river. But as the battle rages on and casualties mount, Chekov faces more than just the enemy—he must confront the brutal realities of leadership, sacrifice, and survival in a war that seems to have no end. Read "Heroes and Survivors," by Justin Watson here. November Ebooks SaleTRAVIS S. TAYLOR & LES JOHNSON NOVEMBER EBOOKS SALE Travis S. Taylor and Les Johnson are teaming up once again to bring hard-hitting, edge-of-your seat science fiction to readers with their latest Orion’s Arm novel, Crisis at Proxima. To celebrate, we’re offering discounts on all Taylor/Johnson backlist ebooks titles. Don't Touch That Dial:It's the Baen Free Radio Hour!James L. Cambias discusses the Billion Worlds of the Solar System and his new novel, The Miranda Conspiracy. Plus, we ride off into the sunset with new tales of the final frontier, with David Boop and contributors on the Last Train Outta Kepler-283c. Missed past episodes? No problem. We’ve got every episode archived for your listening pleasure. All previous episodes are also archived at Baen’s YouTube and Rumble channels. And check out the new optional video podcast format! Baen BooksHeart of the Mountain Chosen by a powerful weapon, Ashok Vadal rises from Protector to Leader of the Sons of the Black Sword. As war looms, Thera Vane, a reluctant prophet, and ambitious Lord Protector Devedas plot to seize power, while Grand Inquisitor Vokkan aims to challenge even the gods, fulfilling ancient prophecies. The Miranda Conspiracy On the icy moon Miranda, Zee and his AI, Daslakh, uncover a political conspiracy targeting his girlfriend Adya’s family. While Adya investigates, Zee and Daslakh hunt a lost treasure, facing rival factions, space mercenaries, and ruthless agents. Love, power, and intrigue collide in Miranda’s elite society. Endangered Species Caine Riordan and his crew are stranded on a derelict alien ship, adrift in uncharted space with no way to call for help. With only 48 hours before their ship burns up, they must survive a deadly planet filled with carnivorous creatures, savage humans, and the terrifying presence of the Ktor. The Short Victorious War The families who rule the People’s Republic of Haven are in trouble. What they need is a short, victorious war to unite the people and fill the treasury. It’s a card they've played often, and won. But this time they’re up against Captain Honor Harrington and a Royal Manticoran Navy that’s prepared to give them a war they’ll never forget. Down These Mean Streets Cities—dark, dangerous, and alive—have always captivated us. In this anthology of hardboiled sci-fi and fantasy, shadowed streets pulse with mystery, where wealth and danger collide, and the city itself may not always have your back. Welcome to the heart of darkness. An Angel Called Peterbilt When a temporal anomaly sends Michael and Melanie Anderle, their daughter, and a chemist’s family a thousand years into the past, they aim to survive using their Peterbilt truck. But when local shamans see them as a threat, the Anderles must fight back to protect their new life. Magdeburg Noir Magdeburg, once destroyed by the imperialist army in 1631, has risen from its ruins under the United States of Europe, fueled by rapid industrial growth and an influx of immigrants. However, the city’s rise has also brought crime, chaos, and ruthless political factions, making it a volatile mix of hope and darkness. Letters from Gronow When Johann Gronow launches Der Schwarze Kater to publish Lovecraft and Poe in Magdeburg, young bookkeeper Philip Fröhlich becomes determined to write similar stories. His journey to meet the demands of a tough editor leads him through rejection, self-discovery, and unexpected revelations amid the cosmic horrors of the age. Fairwood PressEgyptian Motherload The Prophet is one of a very few musicians with the ability to warp reality through his music. His dreams bring him to other realms, to places he should not go, into contact with entities with the power to threaten the existence of our world. Egyptian Motherlode is a wild ride through American popular music of the 20th century, from Jazz to Blues, from Psychedelic Rock to Funk and beyond, following The Prophet’s life and transformations—and all the people: family, friends, bandmates, and enemies he changes along the way—on the
strangest musical journey of all. Beyond Here Be Monsters Monsters are where you find them . . . unless they find you first: A young Abraham Van Helsing tracks the first vampires of his career while something far more horrible dwells much closer to home. A boxing manager seeks to discover what inhuman force could have killed his best prizefighter. A 19th century chemist investigates spiritualism, inventing a device whereby mediums speak with the dead. A werewolf awaiting a transfer of funds from home becomes embroiled in a bank robbery. A young boy discovers something unnatural living alongside him in a Chicago boarding house. A private investigator searching for a runaway wife tracks her to a town with a diabolical secret. Odysseus and his Greek soldiers climb out of the Trojan Horse . . . and into a nightmare. These are just some of the Creatures and Curiosities lurking within this collection of fourteen dark, sinister, and comic stories by Stoker, Hugo, and Nebula award finalist Gregory Frost. Get the February 2025 Ebooks bundle. *This Baen Ebooks subscription bundle will dissolve on February 4, 2025. After that date, these books will be available for individual sale only.* Don’t forget to check out the Baen new book releases. Enter the November Contest. And for upcoming appearances by Baen authors and editors, check here. © 2024 Baen Publishing Enterprises |