Audiobooks by Philip José Farmer

"Sixth in the magical, action-packed shared-world series: 'Thieves' World® has grown into a real presence in the fantasy genre' (Fantasy-Faction). Under the rule of a humanoid race, the city of Sanctuary finds itself divided. Rebels and assassins stalk the shadows, bringing chaos to the streets—which is nothing new to the lawless locals. But even they will have to put aside their differences to unite against their common enemy. An accomplishment easier said than done in a city where everyone is out for themselves . . . Stories by Chris and Janet Morris, Robin W. Bailey, Diana L. Paxson, Diane Duane, C. J. Cherryh, Andrew J. Offutt, Lynn Abbey, and Robert Lynn Asprin add to the legend and lore of this 'surprisingly rich and deep world' (Book Riot). 'In the sixth book of the collection, the friction between the residents of Sanctuary and the invading Beysib heats up and makes for some exciting reading . . . Offutt's character Shadowspawn gets some good coverage, and a few fresh new characters also get some play . . .' —Fantasy-Faction ''The Hand That Feeds You' [by Diane Duane] is one of the best stories in the entire collection to date.' —brianbookreviews.blogspot.com "

Joe Haldeman, John Brunner, Philip José Farmer (Author), Noni Alley (Narrator)

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The Face of Chaos

" War looms over Sanctuary in the fifth Thieves' World® anthology compiled by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Phule's Company series. The invasion by the Beysibs, an amphibious humanoid race, brings unusual prosperity to the city of Sanctuary. But underneath the glittering façade lies a ticking time bomb, for the nefarious residents of Sanctuary don't take kindly to an invasion—well-meaning or otherwise . . . Join Janet Morris, C. J. Cherryh, Robert Lynn Asprin, Lynn Abbey, David Drake, and Diana L. Paxson as their stories unravel the fates of Sanctuary's favorite liars, thieves, assassins, and warriors. 'Abbey . . . understands Sanctuary and its characters. She also knows how to write a short story with a strong main character, a riveting plot that contains twists and turns, and a satisfying resolution. Best story in the book . . . Lalo is the most interesting of all of the characters in Thieves' World and his stories are always interesting. Paxson . . . spins an interesting and well written yarn that closes the book nicely.' —brianbookreviews.blogspot.com "

Joe Haldeman, John Brunner, Philip José Farmer (Author), Kim Morton (Narrator)

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Vintage Sci-Fi 8 - 29 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories from Ray Bradbury, Isaac Asimov, Robert

"Vintage Sci-Fi 8 - 29 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories from Ray Bradbury, Isaac Asimov, Robert Heinlein, Jack Williamson and more - Beside Still Waters by Robert Sheckley - Hero From Yesterday by Robert Silverberg - Voodoo by Fredric Brown - Home is the Spaceman by George O. Smith - The Other Tiger by Arthur C. Clarke - The Man From Time by Frank Belknap Long - Welcome Martians by Evan Hunter - Blood by Fredric Brown - The Foxholes of Mars by Fritz Leiber - Watchbird by Robert Sheckley - Guest Expert by Allen K. Lang - Souvenir by Philip K. Dick - Birkett's Twelfth Corpse by August Derleth - X Marks the Pedwalk by Fritz Leiber - The Creatures That Time Forgot by Ray Bradbury - Cry Silence by Fredric Brown - Retribution by George T. Spillman - The Stainless Steel Rat by Harry Harrison - The Power by Fredric Brown - The Eater of Souls by Henry Kuttner - The Conradi Affair by August Derleth and Carl W. Ganzlin - Message From Mars by Clifford D. Simak - Unfortunately by Fredric Brown - No Morning After by Arthur C. Clarke - The Futile Flight of John Arthur Benn by Edward Halibut - The Shape of Things by Ray Bradbury - The Pause by Isaac Asimov - The Elephant Circuit by Robert A. Heinlein - The Cosmic Express by Jack Williamson"

Allen K. Lang, Arthur C. Clarke, August Derleth, Carl W. Ganzlin, Clifford D. Simak, Edward Halibut, Evan Hunter, Frank Belknap Long, Fredric Brown, Fritz Leiber, George O. Smith, George T. Spillman, Harry Harrison, Henry Kuttner, Isaac Asimov, Jack Williamson, Philip José Farmer, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Robert A. Heinlein, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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The Green Odyssey

"Alan Green is a space traveler stranded on a barbaric planet who has been taken slave and made a consort to an insipid and smelly queen. His slave-wife, though beautiful and smart, nags him constantly. He’s given up hope of ever returning to Earth when he hears of two astronauts who have been captured in a kingdom on the other side of the planet, and sets out on an action-packed journey on a ship sailing across vast grasslands on rolling pin-like wheels in a desperate scheme to save them and return home. Due to the non-renewal of its copyright, this book is in the public domain.(Summary by Mark Nelson)"

Philip José Farmer (Author), Mark Nelson (Narrator)

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Gods of Riverworld

"Thirty-five billion people from throughout Earth's history were resurrected along the great and winding waterways of Riverworld. Most began life anew—accepting without question the sustenance provided by their mysterious benefactors. But a rebellious handful burned to confront the unseen masters who controlled their fate—and these few launched an invasion that would ultimately yield the mind-boggling truth. Now Riverworld's omnipotent leaders have been confronted, and the renegades of Riverworld—led by the intrepid Sir Richard Francis Burton—control the fantastic mechanism that once ruled them. But the most awesome challenge lies ahead. For in the vast corridors and secret rooms of the tower stronghold, an unknown enemy watches and waits to usurp the usurpers …"

Philip José Farmer (Author), Paul Hecht (Narrator)

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The Magic Labyrinth

"The answers behind the enigmatic origins of Riverworld lie at last within reach, as the remarkable gathering of Earthlings—including Sir Richard Francis Burton, Samuel Clemens, Alice Liddell Hargreaves (the real-life Alice in Wonderland), Cyrano de Bergerac, Ulysses S. Grant, and Baron Von Richtoven—finally breaches the stronghold of Riverworld's extraordinary super-race. But answers would lead to more enigmatic questions … Who is the Mysterious Stranger who taunted the Riverworld resurrectees with hints of the truth? What is the key to the gargantuan computer that wields the power of life and death? The astonishing secrets lie within the Dark Tower—but only for those brave enough to seek them and wise enough to decipher them …"

Philip José Farmer (Author), Paul Hecht (Narrator)

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The Dark Design

"Years have passed on Riverworld. Entire nations have risen, and savage wars have been fought—all since the dead of Earth found themselves resurrected in their magnificent new homeworld. Yet the truth about the Ethicals, the powerful engineers of this mysterious 'afterlife,' remains unknown. But a curious cross-section of humanity is determined to change that situation … at any cost. Intrepid explorer Sir Richard Francis Burton leads the most remarkable voyage of discovery he has ever undertaken. Hot on his heels are Samuel Clemens, King John of England, and Cyrano de Bergerac. Spurred by the promise of ultimate answers, they chart a course across the vast polar sea—and toward the awesome tower that looms above it. But getting there will be more than half the battle. For death on Riverworld has become chillingly final …"

Philip José Farmer (Author), Paul Hecht (Narrator)

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Dark Is the Sun

"Fifteen billion years from now, Earth is a dying planet, its skies darkened by the ashes of burned-out galaxies and its molten core long cooled. The sunless planet is nearing the day of final gravitational collapse in the surrounding galaxy. Mutations and evolution have led to a great disparity of life-forms, while civilization has resorted to the primitive. Young Deyv of the Turtle Tribe knew nothing of his world's history or its fate. He lived only to track down the wretched Yawtl who had stolen his precious Soul Egg. Joined by other victims of the same thief—the feisty Vana and the plant-man Sloosh—he sets off across a nightmare landscape of monster-haunted jungle and wetland. Their search leads them ultimately to the jeweled wasteland of the Shemibob, an ageless being from another star who knows Earth's end is near and holds the only key to escape."

Philip José Farmer (Author), Rebecca Rogers (Narrator)

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The Fabulous Riverboat

"Resurrected on the lush, mysterious banks of Riverworld, along with the rest of humanity, Samuel Langhorne Clemens (a.k.a. Mark Twain) has a dream: to build a riverboat that will rival the most magnificent paddle-wheelers ever navigated on the mighty Mississippi. Then, to steer it up the endless waterway that dominates his new home planet—and at last discover its hidden source. But before he can carry out his plan, he first must undertake a dangerous voyage to unearth a fallen meteor. This mission would require striking an uneasy alliance with the bloodthirsty Viking Erik Bloodaxe, treacherous King John of England, legendary French swordsman Cyrano de Bergerac, Greek adventurer Odysseus, and the infamous Nazi Hermann Göring. All for the purpose of storming the ominous stone tower at the mouth of the river, where the all-powerful overseers of Riverworld—and their secrets—lie in wait …"

Philip José Farmer (Author), Paul Hecht (Narrator)

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To Your Scattered Bodies Go

"All those who ever lived on Earth have found themselves resurrected—healthy, young, and naked as newborns—on the grassy banks of a mighty river, in a world unknown. Miraculously provided with food, but with no clues to the meaning of their strange new afterlife, billions of people from every period of Earth's history—and prehistory—must start again. Sir Richard Francis Burton would be the first to glimpse the incredible way-station, a link between worlds. This forbidden sight would spur the renowned 19thcentury explorer to uncover the truth. Along with a remarkable group of compatriots, including Alice Liddell Hargreaves (the Victorian girl who was the inspiration for Alice in Wonderland), an English-speaking Neanderthal, a WWII Holocaust survivor, and a wise extraterrestrial, Burton sets sail on the magnificent river. His mission: to confront humankind's mysterious benefactors, and learn the true purpose—innocent or evil—of the Riverworld … Winner of the Hugo Award"

Philip José Farmer (Author), Paul Hecht (Narrator)

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