Worst Contact

Worst Contact

STORIES OF ALIEN CONTACT GONE WRONG. Will it be, "Greeting, fellow Sentients" or, "Nice Planetâ€”we'll take itâ€? These stories from SF greats answer the question, "Are we alone in the universe?" with a resounding, "No, but we wish we were!"

When the first contact between humans and aliens from another planet happens, will they say, â€œTake me to your leader,â€ or is â€œSurrender, puny primitive bipedsâ€ more likely? Or maybe, â€œHello there, Iâ€™m selling the latest edition of the Galactic Encyclopedia, and no planet should be without a set,â€ might be the first words from the alien visitor.

Ever since H.G. Wells wrote The War of the Worlds, science fiction writers have speculated on what the first contact might be like. From attacking invaders to wise and benevolent visitors who are ready to solve all our problems for us, from horror stories to hilarious satire, with all the stops in between, including plenty of tales in which the aliens are the ones who wish theyâ€™d stayed at home and never come across Earth and its inhabitants.

With stories by such science fiction masters as Poul Anderson, David Drake, William Tenn, Sarah A. Hoyt, Tony Daniel, and more, this is a collection filled with chills, thrills, and laughter, all reporting on what happens when First Contact turns into Worst Contact.

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Praise for anthologies edited by Hank Davis:

A Cosmic Christmas 2 You: â€œThis creative and sprightly Christmas science fiction anthology spins in some surprising directions . . . A satisfying read for cold winter evenings, this anthology is a great stocking stuffer for SF fans.â€â€”Publishers Weekly

In Space No One Can Hear You Scream: â€œFrom Arthur C. Clarke's interplanetary riff on the lonely night's walk ("A Walk in the Dark") to George R.R. Martin's award-winning classic of irresponsible alien pet ownership ("Sandkings"), the 13 tales in this collection blend sf with horror to demonstrate the resiliency of both genres. VERDICT: Including selections by Clark Ashton Smith, Robert Sheckley, Elizabeth Bear, Sarah Monette, and other stars, this seasonal collection offers strong tales by the genre's best storytellers.â€ â€”Library Journal

Hank Davis is Senior Editor at Baen Books.

Country	USA
Binding	Kindle Edition
EISBN	9781625794789
Format	Kindle eBook
IsAdultProduct
Label	Baen Books
Manufacturer	Baen Books
NumberOfPages	384
PublicationDate	2015-12-16
Publisher	Baen Books
ReleaseDate	2015-12-16
Studio	Baen Books

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