The Arwen Series

Introducing "The Arwen Book One: Defender," a thrilling series of interconnected novellas that will immerse you in a universe shaped by the enigmatic Gyssyc, an otherworldly race whose actions bind the destinies of three distinct worlds. "The Arwen: Regal" sets the stage with a gripping tale of redemption and danger. Captain Marjorie Cook, commanding the renowned starship Arwen, seizes an opportunity to right the wrongs of her past. Assigned to destroy a colossal comet hurtling towards the distant world of Regal, she soon discovers that the mission holds unexpected and perilous surprises. In "The Arwen: Ulliam," tensions escalate when the Gyssyc's presence triggers devastation above the planet Ulliam. As Captain Cook navigates a mystery shrouded in interstellar conflict, the fate of multiple civilizations teeters on a precarious edge. Can the crew of the Arwen uncover the truth before impending catastrophe strikes? Prepare for the ultimate showdown in "The Arwen: Armada" as the Earth Alliance faces a looming threat. Vice Admiral Payton Cook undertakes the monumental task of defending Earth against an alliance between old adversaries and the formidable armada they've assembled. Meanwhile, Captain Cook battles against a deadly surprise attack to save Ulliam, racing against time and overwhelming odds. "Regal," an award-winning novella, serves as a testament to the series' excellence, having clinched the prestigious 2007 Parsec award. Join this enthralling journey through space, where valor, intrigue, and the bonds between worlds collide in a saga that will keep you riveted from start to finish.

Embark on a gripping odyssey through the cosmos in "The Handlers," a race of formidable centipede-like aliens whose relentless ambition is nothing short of eradicating all intelligent life across the universe. Each Handler boasts a lifespan surpassing that of most suns, residing within countless trillions of their kind nestled within Dyson Spheres strewn across the vastness of the galaxy. Amidst this cosmic tapestry of danger, the valiant crew of the Arwen, under the stalwart leadership of Captain Marjorie Cook, unwittingly encounters one of these insidious beings while navigating the uncharted depths of space. Faced with an imminent threat to Earth's safety, Captain Cook must confront an unfathomable challenge, requiring her to make unparalleled sacrifices in a daring bid to safeguard humanity from the insidious grasp of the Handlers. Join Captain Cook and her intrepid crew on a heart-pounding quest as they traverse the stars, where the fate of worlds hangs in the balance. In a race against time and an adversary of unimaginable power, witness the resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering determination of those who dare to defy the cosmic forces seeking to extinguish intelligent life as we know it