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Science Fiction and Fantasy
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The Zombie Survival Guide
The Zombie Survival Guide
by Max Brooks
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Fully illustrated and exhaustively comprehensive, "The Zombie Survival Guide"is one's key to survival against the hordes of undead who may be stalking thestreets right now.... (read more)

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In Other Worlds: SF and the Human Imagination
In Other Worlds: SF and the Human Imagination
by Margaret Eleanor Atwood
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The author of The Handmaid’s Tale and Oryx and Crake engagingly explores her lifelong relationship to science fiction, both as a reader and as a writer.   At a time when the borders between literary genres are increasingly porous, Margaret... (read more)

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The Zombie Code: Keys to Unlocking Your Undead Destiny
The Zombie Code: Keys to Unlocking Your Undead Destiny
by Mark Raby
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Delving into a world where the living dead really do walk the earth, this exploration turns the myth of zombies into a frightening—and hilarious—reality. Whether in an alternate universe or 100 years into the future, this entertaining... (read more)

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Vampire Haiku
Vampire Haiku
by Ryan Mecum
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You hold in your hands a recently discovered poetry journal—the poetry journal of a vampire. William Butten was en route to a new land on the Mayflower when he was turned into a vampire by a fellow passenger, a beautiful woman named Katherine. These... (read more)

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Star Wars: The Millennium Falcon Owner's Workshop Manual
Star Wars: The Millennium Falcon Owner's Workshop Manual
by Ryder Windham
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The Millennium Falcon is a legendary spaceship, made famous by its adventures under the command of smugglers Han Solo and Chewbacca, who made numerous special modifications to transform the beat-up Corellian light freighter into one of the fastest ships... (read more)

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The Hobbit and Philosophy: For When You've Lost Your Dwarves, Your Wizard, and Your Way (Blackwell Philosophy & Pop Culture)
The Hobbit and Philosophy: For When You've Lost Your Dwarves, Your Wizard, and Your Way (Blackwell Philosophy & Pop Culture)
by Gregory Bassham
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A philosophical exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved classic—just in time for the December 2012 release of Peter Jackson's new film adaptation, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is one of the best-loved fantasy books... (read more)

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Cheek by Jowl
Cheek by Jowl
by Ursula K Le Guin
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Cheek by Jowl is a collection of talks and essays on how and why fantasy matters by Ursula K. Le Guin. In these essays, the author argues passionately that the homogenization of our world makes the work of fantasy essential for helping us break through... (read more)

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Writing Science Fiction & Fantasy
Writing Science Fiction & Fantasy
by Gardner Dozois
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Professionals and beginners alike will find a wealth of helpful information on the craft of writing in this handy reference covering plotting, dialogue, characterization, inspiration, comedy, imaginary worlds, imaginary beings, futuristic settings, and... (read more)

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How to Survive a Robot Uprising: Tips on Defending Yourself against the Coming Rebellion
How to Survive a Robot Uprising: Tips on Defending Yourself against the Coming Rebellion
by Daniel H. Wilson
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An inspired and hilarious look at how humans can defeat the inevitable robot rebellion—as revealed by a robotics expert. How do you spot a robot mimicking a human? How do you recognize and then deactivate a rebel servant robot? How do you... (read more)

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So Now You're a Zombie: A Handbook for the Newly Undead
So Now You're a Zombie: A Handbook for the Newly Undead
by John Austin
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All aspects of the zombie lifestyle are surveyed in this satirical take on an orientation manual for the newly undead. From how one became a zombie in the first place and the stages of zombification to survival mechanisms, this handbook... (read more)

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The Writer's Complete Fantasy Reference
The Writer's Complete Fantasy Reference
by Writers Digest Books
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Do you know what a murder hole is? Or why a chimera is three times worse than most monsters? What would be better for storming castles, a trebuchet or a kopesh? To find the answers to these questions, you need this fascinating guide to transport yourself... (read more)

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Game of Thrones and Philosophy: Logic Cuts Deeper Than Swords (Blackwell Philosophy & Pop Culture)
Game of Thrones and Philosophy: Logic Cuts Deeper Than Swords (Blackwell Philosophy & Pop Culture)
by William Irwin
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An in-depth look at the philosophical issues behind HBO's Game of Thrones television series and the books that inspired it George R.R. Martin's New York Times bestselling epic fantasy book series, A Song of Ice and Fire, and the HBO television show... (read more)

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So You Created a Wormhole: The Time Traveler's Guide to Time Travel
So You Created a Wormhole: The Time Traveler's Guide to Time Travel
by Phil Hornshaw
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Welcome, intrepid temporal explorers, to the world's first and only field manual/survival guide to time travel! DON'T LEAVE THIS TIME PERIOD WITHOUT IT! Humans from H. G. Wells to Albert Einstein to Bill & Ted have been fascinated by time travel... (read more)

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The Cyborg Handbook
The Cyborg Handbook
by Chris Hables Gray
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The Cyborg (short for cybernetic organism) is an entity that mixes the mechanic and the organic, for example people who have implanted pacemakers. The Cyborg Handbook is an initial look at cyborg society and at the range of cyborg technologies.... (read more)

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The Steampunk Bible: An Illustrated Guide to the World of Imaginary Airships, Corsets and Goggles, Mad Scientists, and Strange Literature
The Steampunk Bible: An Illustrated Guide to the World of Imaginary Airships, Corsets and Goggles, Mad Scientists, and Strange Literature
by Jeff VanderMeer
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Steampunk—a grafting of Victorian aesthetic and punk rock attitude onto various forms of science-fiction culture—is a phenomenon that has come to influence film, literature, art, music, fashion, and more. The Steampunk Bible is... (read more)

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Zombie CSU: The Forensics of the Living Dead
Zombie CSU: The Forensics of the Living Dead
by Jonathan Maberry
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In the tradition of bestsellers "World War Z" and "The Zombie Survival Guide" comes this irresistible, tongue-in-cheek guide to the forensic science of the walking dead.... (read more)

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The Zombie Handbook: How to Identify the Living Dead and Survive the Coming Zombie Apocalypse
The Zombie Handbook: How to Identify the Living Dead and Survive the Coming Zombie Apocalypse
by Rob Sacchetto
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“The Zombie Handbook is a must-have for anyone who wants to make it home alive.” —Jonathan Maberry, author of Patient Zero A few years ago, building an acid pit and stocking skull-splitting machetes would have been seen as an... (read more)

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100 Must-Read Science Fiction Novels: Bloomsbury Good Reading Guides
100 Must-Read Science Fiction Novels: Bloomsbury Good Reading Guides
by Nick Rennison
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Want to become a science fiction buff? Want to expand your reading in your favourite genre? This is a good place to start! From the publishers of the popular Good Reading Guide comes a rich selection of some of the finest SF novels ever published. With... (read more)

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The Dreams Our Stuff is Made of: How Science Fiction Conquered the World
The Dreams Our Stuff is Made of: How Science Fiction Conquered the World
by Thomas M Disch
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From acclaimed science fiction writer Thomas M. Disch comes "The Dreams Our Stuff Is Made Of", a keenly perceptive account of the impact science fiction has had on American culture. As only a consummate insider could, Disch provides a fascinating view of... (read more)

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V Is for Vampire: An Illustrated Alphabet of the Undead
V Is for Vampire: An Illustrated Alphabet of the Undead
by Adam Troy Castro
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A Is for Arterial Spray, B Is for Bedroom Window, C Is for Children of the Night . . . A humorous and wonderfully illustrated A-to-Z guide that takes us inside the world of bloodsuckers. Learn all about that violent nut Van Helsing, the art of undead... (read more)

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