Please, readers, do take the time to vote as this is really your award choice and your voice matters.īest Science Fiction Escaping Infinity by Richard Paolinelli If you haven’t seen the Dragon Awards before, they are the premier award for Science Fiction and Fantasy, given at Dragon*Con, arguably the best convention that exists. and there’s a humorously glitched portable AI in the mix, too, breaking into song at odd moments.Ran a poll yesterday on which blog my readers would like to see next, and the winner by no uncertain terms was my recommendation for Dragon Award nominations. A disgraced ex-military thief, the thief’s snide former shipmate, a special operative who isn’t that good with guns, and the resentful son of an arrogant corporate executive attempt an impossible mission. “This game-related novel is a lively, action-filled tale that should appeal to those who want a space adventure romp with intrigue and a touch of romance.

“Jon Del Arroz is a promising new writer with a knack for story and an interesting voice.” - Jody Lynn Nye, author of the Wolfe Pack series From his strong female lead to her amusing AI, I think Star Realms fans and sci-fi fans in general will be eager for Jon to write a sequel.” - Darwin Kastle, Star Realms creator Fans of the Star Realms deckbuilding game will appreciate this look into the Star Realms universe, with its fast-paced story and intriguing characters. I think Jon’s entry into this realm is an excellent and compelling read. “I’ve long been a big fan of epic science fiction and space opera. Star Realms: Rescue Run is the first novelization of the critically acclaimed Star Realms spaceship combat deckbuilding game. With no one else to help, Dario must take it upon himself to rescue the workers of Mars.Ĭan two heroes from warring factions come together to make a difference in the galaxy? The megacorporations of the Trade Federation have kept the population in horrible working conditions, violating their human rights. On the opposite side of the galaxy, Regency BioTech manager Dario Anazao sees an unsustainable situation brewing that promises a full-scale revolution.

Recruited to perform the heist of a lifetime, the fate of the Star Empire rests in her hands.

When a new client’s mission goes sideways, Joan finds herself caught in the middle of dueling gambits between the Star Empire and the Trade Federation. Since being court-martialed by the Star Empire, smuggler and thief Joan Shengtu has done what she needed to do in order to survive - gaining a reputation along the way.

Star Realms by Jon Del Arroz