Audiobooks by Mary Carlson

Tomorrow Belonged to Her: Classic Science Fiction Written by Women

"Science fiction has always belonged to bold imaginations—and many of the boldest belonged to women whose stories helped shape the genre from its earliest days. Tomorrow Belonged to Her brings together eighteen classic science fiction stories written by remarkable women whose ideas continue to inspire readers decades later. These pioneering authors explored distant worlds, impossible inventions, alien encounters, time travel, and the mysteries of human nature long before science fiction became a worldwide phenomenon. This extraordinary collection features The Mortal Immortal by Mary Shelley, Time Enough at Last and Homesick by Lynn Venable, The Moon That Vanished by Leigh Brackett, Flowering Evil by Margaret St. Clair, The Most Sentimental Man and The Good Husband by Evelyn E. Smith, All Cats Are Gray and The Gifts of Asti by Andre Norton, The Time of Cold by Mary Carlson, Collision Orbit by Katherine MacLean, and unforgettable stories by Miriam Allen DeFord, Gerda Rhoads, Dorothy Quick, and Francis Stevens. From lonely frontiers and distant planets to timeless questions about love, identity, sacrifice, and survival, these stories demonstrate the extraordinary range of voices that helped define classic science fiction. Some are adventurous, others humorous, suspenseful, or deeply thought-provoking—but each offers a unique vision of tomorrow. Tomorrow Belonged to Her is more than a collection of great stories. It’s a celebration of the women whose imagination, creativity, and storytelling helped build the foundation of classic science fiction. Discover eighteen unforgettable adventures from the writers who proved that the future has always belonged to those bold enough to imagine it first."

Andre Norton, Dorothy Quick, Evelyn E. Smith, Francis Stevens, Gerda Rhoads, Katherine MacLean, Leigh Brackett, Lynn Venable, Margaret St. Clair, Mary Carlson, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Miriam Allen DeFord (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Encounters From Beyond 4: Classic Tales of Alien Contact: Where Humanity Meets the Unknown

"Aliens and Nothing But Aliens 4 - Eighteen Lost Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60s - The Weapon by Isaac Asimov  - The Monsters by Robert Sheckley - The Portable Star by Isaac Asimov - The Mystery of Deneb IV by Robert Silverberg - Farewell Message by David Mason - The Time of Cold by Mary Carlson - Derelict by Alan E. Nourse - Second Census by John Victor Peterson - The Ultimate Vice by A. Bertram Chandler - Membership Drive by Murray F. Yaco - Spawning Ground by Lester Del Rey - Arena by Fredric Brown - Come Home From Earth by Edmond Hamilton - S as in Zebatinsky by Isaac Asimov - In The Walls of Eryx by H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Sterling - The One Who Waits by Ray Bradbury - Gunnison’s Bonanza by Dick Purcell  - Quarantined Species by J. F. Bone"

A. Bertram Chandler, Alan E. Nourse, David Mason, Dick Purcell, Edmond Hamilton, Fredric Brown, H.P. Lovecraft, Isaac Asimov, J. F. Bone, John Victor Peterson, Kenneth Sterling, Lester Del Rey, Mary Carlson, Murray F. Yaco, Ray Bradbury, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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1960s Science Fiction - 27 Science Fiction Short Stories From the 1960s: Cosmic Shifts and Cold Wars: Sci-Fi Visions of the Swinging Sixties

"Step back into one of the most exciting decades in science fiction history with 27 unforgettable short stories from the 1960s. This remarkable collection captures the optimism, imagination, and boundless creativity of an era shaped by the Space Race, rapid technological change, and dreams of humanity’s future among the stars. Explore distant planets, mysterious civilizations, and unexpected encounters with stories from some of the greatest names in science fiction. Travel to the edge of the solar system with Arthur C. Clarke in Before Eden, Castaway, and Inside the Comet. Experience the wit and imagination of Fredric Brown in Earthmen Bearing Gifts and The Power. Discover Isaac Asimov’s delightful Starlight! and Fritz Leiber’s entertaining A Hitch in Space. This collection is packed with adventure, mystery, humor, and thought-provoking ideas. Join interstellar explorers, stranded astronauts, alien visitors, secret agents, and unlikely heroes as they face challenges that test their courage, ingenuity, and understanding of the universe. From the cosmic intrigue of The Akkra Case and Gun For Hire to the charm of The Blonde From Barsoom and I Bring Fresh Flowers, every story offers a unique glimpse into the golden imagination of the 1960s. You’ll encounter abandoned worlds, misplaced battleships, dangerous comets, strange creatures, futuristic societies, and surprising twists that could only come from the minds of legendary science fiction authors including Harry Harrison, Clifford D. Simak, Jack Williamson, Keith Laumer, Mack Reynolds, Lester del Rey, Robert F. Young, Hal Clement, and many more. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of classic science fiction or discovering these stories for the first time, 1960s Science Fiction delivers hours of unforgettable adventures, fascinating concepts, and timeless storytelling."

Arthur C. Clarke, Clifford D. Simak, Donald E. Westlake, Donald F. Daley, Fredric Brown, Fritz Leiber, George O. Smith, H.B. Fyfe, Hal Clement, Harry Harrison, Isaac Asimov, J. F. Bone, Jack Williamson, Keith Laumer, Lester Del Rey, Mack Reynolds, Mary Carlson, Miriam Allen DeFord, Murray F. Yaco, Robert F. Young, Scott F. Grenville (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Beyond the Stars 7: Classic Science Fiction Adventures: Explore Strange Worlds Beyond the Final Frontier

"Space Travelers and Nothing But Space Travelers 7 - Eighteen Lost Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60s - The Burnt Planet by William Brittain - The Weapon by Isaac Asimov - The Portable Star by Isaac Asimov - Runaway by Alfred Coppel - Atomic Station by Frank Belknap Long - The Mystery of Deneb IV by Robert Silverberg - Inside the Comet by Arthur C. Clarke - Starlight! by Isaac Asimov - The Time of Cold by Mary Carlson - Derelict by Alan E. Nourse - The Ultimate Vice by A. Bertram Chandler - The Venus Evil by Chester S. Geier - Hot Planet by Hal Clement - A Hitch in Space by Fritz Leiber - Never on Mars by John Wyndham - Membership Drive by Murray F. Yaco - Spawning Ground by Lester Del Rey - Quarantined Species by J. F. Bone"

A. Bertram Chandler, Alan E. Nourse, Alfred Coppel, Arthur C. Clarke, Chester S. Geier, Frank Belknap Long, Fritz Leiber, Hal Clement, Isaac Asimov, J. F. Bone, John Wyndham, Lester Del Rey, Mary Carlson, Murray F. Yaco, Robert Silverberg, William Brittain (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 6: More Than 23 Hours of Classic Science Fiction: Legendary Authors. Timeless Stories. Endless Imagination.

"50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 6: More Than 23 Hours of Classic Science Fiction Discover another extraordinary journey into the golden age of science fiction with 50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 6. With more than 23 hours of unforgettable adventures, this remarkable anthology brings together fifty classic tales from the visionary writers who transformed science fiction into one of the world’s most enduring genres. Travel beyond the stars, confront ancient mysteries, meet unforgettable alien civilizations, witness astonishing scientific breakthroughs and explore futures limited only by imagination. These timeless stories continue to captivate audiences with their creativity, suspense and thought-provoking ideas. This outstanding collection features works by many of the genre’s greatest authors, including Isaac Asimov, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Arthur C. Clarke, H. P. Lovecraft, Lord Dunsany, Robert E. Howard, Robert Silverberg, Walter M. Miller, Jr., Ray Cummings, Lester del Rey, Alfred Bester, Murray Leinster, Miriam Allen DeFord, Fredric Brown, Donald A. Wollheim, Frank Herbert, Robert Sheckley, Lynn Venable, Evelyn E. Smith, Donald E. Westlake, Frederik Pohl, C. M. Kornbluth, J. F. Bone, Roger D. Aycock, Frank Belknap Long, Clark Ashton Smith, Alan E. Nourse, Mack Reynolds, Randall Garrett, Mary Carlson, Richard R. Smith, David Mason, John Victor Peterson, Joseph Slotkin, George R. Hahn, Alfred Coppel and William Brittain. Whether you’re revisiting legendary masters or discovering forgotten gems for the first time, this collection offers an exceptional variety of vintage science fiction—from thrilling space exploration and eerie cosmic horror to ingenious inventions, unforgettable characters and imaginative adventures that have stood the test of time. If you appreciate classic storytelling filled with wonder, mystery and limitless imagination, 50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 6 is a collection you’ll enjoy again and again."

Alan E. Nourse, Alfred Bester, Alfred Coppel, Arthur C. Clarke, C.M. Kornbluth, Clark Ashton Smith, David Mason, Donald A. Wollheim, Donald E. Westlake, Evelyn E. Smith, Frank Belknap Long, Frank Herbert, Frederik Pohl, Fredric Brown, George R. Hahn, H.P. Lovecraft, Isaac Asimov, J. F. Bone, John Victor Peterson, Joseph Slotkin, Lester Del Rey, Lord Dunsany, Lynn Venable, Mack Reynolds, Mary Carlson, Miriam Allen DeFord, Murray Leinster, Philip K. Dick, Randall Garrett, Ray Bradbury, Ray Cummings, Richard R. Smith, Robert E. Howard, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg, Roger D. Aycock, Walter M. Miller Jr, William Brittain (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Vintage Sci-Fi 13 - 24 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories from Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Arthur C. Clarke, H. P. Lovecraft and many more

"Vintage Sci-Fi 13 - 24 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories from Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Arthur C. Clarke, H. P. Lovecraft and many more - Changeling by Ray Bradbury - The Nameless City by H. P. Lovecraft - The Burnt Planet by William Brittain - Triggerman by J. F. Bone - Slave of Eternity by Roger D. Aycock - The Deep Hole to China by Robert Sheckley - Gangway for Homer by George R. Hahn - You Risk Your Life by Joseph Slotkin - Atomic Station by Frank Belknap Long - The Mystery of Deneb IV by Robert Silverberg - The City of Singing Flame by Clark Ashton Smith - Way of a Rebel by Walter M. Miller Jr. - Inside the Comet by Arthur C. Clarke - Starlight! by Isaac Asimov - Farewell Message by David Mason - The Ghosts of the Heaviside Layer by Lord Dunsany - Miracle by Ray Cummings - The Time of Cold by Mary Carlson - The Beast-Helper by Frank Belknap Long - The Beast of Boredom by Richard R. Smith - The Deadly Dust by Murray Leinster - Absolutely No Paradox by Lester Del Rey - The Unseen Blushers by Alfred Bester - Time for Survival by George O. Smith"

Alfred Bester, Arthur C. Clarke, Clark Ashton Smith, David Mason, Frank Belknap Long, George O. Smith, George R. Hahn, H.P. Lovecraft, Isaac Asimov, J. F. Bone, Joseph Slotkin, Lester Del Rey, Lord Dunsany, Mary Carlson, Murray Leinster, Ray Bradbury, Ray Cummings, Richard R. Smith, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg, Roger D. Aycock, Walter M. Miller Jr, William Brittain (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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