Even the Score

A novel of the Dream'verse

One, two, three,
How many will my victims be?
One, two, three, four,
How many more to even the score?

When Taro Hibiki leads a survival class into the backwoods, he has two goals: to prove himself as an instructor, and to propose to his beloved Rafe before he loses his nerve completely. In the wilds might seem a strange place for that, but it's where Taro feels most at home—and the only place the couple can escape all their other responsibilities.

On BFR, proud colonists say the name stands for “Big Effing Rock,” and brag about their planet's dangers. More treacherous than bomb bugs or sight scamps, though, is a human seeking vengeance. Soon Taro's students are dropping one by one, and no matter what Taro does, the killer stays a step ahead. Worst of all, Taro comes to suspect that the students are targets of opportunity—that the ultimate goal is Rafe.

Taro would die for Rafe in a heartbeat, but who's going to take care of Rafe if he does?

As it happens, the killer has a plan for that, too.

The Best of Turtleduck Press Vol I

Turtleduck Press is proud to present our first "Best of" collection, as voted by our members. This anthology features:

The Dangers of Creation; or, a Machine to Rival Man by Siri Paulson - Gothic/steampunk, 19th century setting.

Fanged Bunny Slippers by KD Sarge - comedic Dream 'verse character sketch, far-future off-planet setting

To the Waters and the Wild by Kit Campbell - contemporary (but not urban) fantasy with a fairytale feel, 21st century setting

Imprint, a poem by Erin Zarro regarding brokenhearted love

And a special sneak peek at Kit Campbell's upcoming novel, Shards!

Seasons Eternal

Seasons Eternal: Stories of a World Frozen in Time

Imagine a world where the seasons are frozen in place. How does a land change when the seasons stay the same?

Turtleduck Press releases our second anthology, featuring Kit Campbell, Siri Paulson, Erin Zarro, and KD Sarge. Proceeds benefit UNICEF.

The Wasteland: After an airship crash in a land charred by summer, two very different people must learn from each other to survive.

Stasis: In a world where it is eternally autumn, a lonely woman escapes to virtual reality where she can command the seasons. She finds her deceased husband there and refuses to leave.

The Hope of Spring: When danger comes over the glacier to threaten her tribe, Shishiri fights and wins. But she can't fight the glacier itself.

A Chance of Change: Spring, a time of renewal and life. It's something that should belong to everyone--isn't it?

Shards

Eva Martinez isn’t sure why she’s pursuing a master’s degree in religious studies, except that something about the material resonates in the depths of her soul. But when her dreams start to be invaded by lost gardens, forbidden fruit, and a strangely familiar mystery man, even she has to wonder if she’s taking her schoolwork too seriously.

Then Eva starts to notice the strangeness seeping into everyday life. The man from her dreams is real and Eva feels a curious connection with him. Her classmate, someone she’s known for years, starts to act increasingly volatile. And it seems like everyone, including her bosses, is keeping secrets…secrets that have something to do with her. Eva’s determined to find out what’s going on, how it involves her, and why she’s transforming into someone buried deep in her memories.

The deeper in that Eva gets, the more she feels like she should understand what’s happening around her. The secrets conceal real dangers, and if she can’t untangle them and find the truth in time, she--and all those she’s come to care for--will face defeat at the hands of an ancient enemy, one who recognized Eva long before she learned to recognize herself.

For a sneak peek at Shards, go here. Shards is availble on Amazon for Kindle and in paperback. Also available in many formats from Smashwords, and you can even get a signed copy!