2015 nebula award best novel

In the year 2000, In the Cosmos, Neo-Spacians on a Planet known as Neos face war. Strict regulations on Planet Neos ignite an uprising. As tensions escalate, war becomes inevitable, leading to a battle that will determine the destiny of their worlds. Join our heroes on an epic journey through a universe where powers collide, secrets are unveiled, and the fate of planets hangs in the balance. Will they be able to navigate the treacherous path of rebellion and bring about change, or will their actions unleash catastrophic consequences?

This… Is his Nebula! Hailed as Rayloria’s finest detectives, General William Raylor Mellis Sr. tasks Othniel Goodman, Zahra Melech, and Francis Karr with an important mission. As new recruits of the secret Time Travelers Administration, they are to find the mastermind behind the Evanston Massacre of 2021. This tragedy rocked California to its core as the wealthy family brought much stability to their economy. The ones responsible for the entire family’s untimely deaths were never found but with the advent of time travel, things have changed. As they embark on this journey, Othniel and his team will dive into the unknown, unearthing secrets long forgotten. The success of the mission will hang in the balance as they learn how to function as a unit.

Ultimately, humanity triumphed. As the last of the Nimian fleet vanished from Earth's sky, a glimmer of dawn appeared on the eastern horizon. Scholars of later generations would call this "The Battle of Dawn." The Battle of Dawn marked humanity's escape from colonization and their entry ticket into an era of advanced cosmic warfare. And for this, we owe our gratitude to the extraterrestrial beings who brought us hope. They called themselves the Aedahwans! The summer of 2031 heralded a new epoch for Earth. The survivors united to form the Earth Federal Government. This year also marked the first of the Dawn Era. The story, however, was far from over. On the contrary, it was just beginning.

In a distant future where Earth has become a pivotal hub in the galactic alliance known as the United Star Coalition, humanity stands at the forefront of technological advancement and interstellar diplomacy. The protagonist, Captain Xander Drake, leads the renowned Nebula Vanguard—an elite squadron of super-powered individuals clad in advanced alien battle suits known as Celestial Armor. As the story unfolds, Captain Drake and his team navigate a universe teeming with diverse alien species, each with their own agendas and capabilities. The currency of this universe, Fluxium Credits, fuels the economy across countless star systems and is coveted by both traders and criminals alike. The United Star Coalition governs through a hierarchical structure of ranks, from Sector Admirals to planetary Governors, ensuring order amidst the vast expanse of space. Technology reigns supreme in this era, with advanced light weaponry like photon blasters and plasma disruptors commonplace. Celestial Armor suits not only provide formidable combat prowess but also integrate seamlessly with the wearer's neural interface, enhancing reflexes and granting access to an array of alien-derived abilities. The Nebula Vanguard's flagship, the Arcadia, is a marvel of engineering housing not only their combat ship, the Stellar Phoenix, but also serving as a mobile command center and diplomatic envoy across the galaxies. Combat isn't limited to the ground, as sleek combat ships like the Skyfire Interceptor and transport vessels equipped with hyper warp engines enable rapid response and exploration. Buildings on Earth and other developed planets are towering spires of crystalline architecture, blending alien aesthetics with human ingenuity. Weapons of mass destruction, like quantum disruptors and singularity cannons, stand as deterrents against rogue factions and cosmic threats. Xander Drake's team comprises a diverse cast of heroes, including the tech-savvy engineer Zara Khan, the telekinetic warrior Kaelin Voss, and the enigmatic alien diplomat known only as Solara. Together, they face off against formidable adversaries like the cybernetic warlord Lord Nexus and the shape-shifting mercenaries of the Void Syndicate, all while unraveling the mysteries of an ancient alien artifact that threatens to disrupt the fragile peace of the galaxy. In "Nebula Vanguard: Legacy of the Void," readers will embark on a thrilling journey through starlit realms, where the fate of worlds hinges on the courage and cunning of those willing to protect the light of civilization against the encroaching darkness of cosmic chaos.

When Wes Kirby gets a glass bottle with a shapeshifting blob from his father, an employee at legendary lab 'Dreamweaver', he does what any 17 year old would do. Put it in his bedroom with the rest of the awesome Sci-Fi stuff! But when he's dared to open the bottle, some of the blob decides it wants a more fleshy home, specifically, the arm of Wes. His right arm is now constantly changing from the coldest, hardest metals to the most potent acids imaginable, gooey, jagged, and everything in between! With this newfound 'ability', having his arm behaving like a normal arm is now a task that takes active focus. What will happen when the government discovers his arm and catches wind? Will he be able to protect his father from being punished for a mistake he had nothing to do with? Will he ever live normally again?

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Thousands of stars are ever-present in the vast emptiness of space, always shining all around, for there is no day and night cycle in the cosmos. Wherever one looks, there is always a different star, a different constellation, and sometimes a rock floating through space. Some of these rocks are called asteroids, but there are also those huge rocks called planets. Some of them are habitable and hold life, and wherever there is life, there will be desire. Desire for growth, power, knowledge and whatever has value. Thus spacefaring civilisations expand, taking other star systems, building star bases and fleets, mining asteroids and colonizing suitable planets. But as a consequence of the never-ending expansion and desire, war exists, a never-ending conflict between the civilisations. As so, what exactly should a lone human do? A human, who wasn't born in this galaxy, but instead one day woke up as a part of it. He did not know the language, he did not know the customs and he did not know anything about the politics of space. But yet he is there, and he too has a desire.

Ryo, an expert in racing games, found himself at a crossroads as the popularity of racing games waned, and new releases became scarce. However, his friend invited him to delve into a Populer VR MOBA game called "NEBULA WAR," a space-themed MOBA where players control spacecraft. "Spaceships, you say?" Yes, intriguing, isn't it? Witness Ryo's adventure as he faces his new game, can he emerge as the best there?

Man meets a girl of his dreams, literally a girl form his dream.

If you had the power to traverse dimensional planes, what would you do first? Would you travel to worlds with unlimited possibilities, or gain unimaginable power?