The novel “Invasion Earth” by Don Vodka was published for the first time in 2021 and with a new, expanded and illustrated edition in 2025.

Ross Shelton is in the Nevada desert when he sees a strange, clearly artificial object. Nearby, he discovers a woman wandering in the desert, seemingly lost. When he rescues her, he discovers she doesn’t speak a word of English and appears to be in a state of confusion. He takes her to the local doctor, who finds her in perfect health, in a way that would be impossible even for a woman who hasn’t been in the desert for who knows how long.

Intrigued but also attracted to the woman, Ross offers to help her and gradually manages to communicate with her, as she seems to be learning new words at a remarkable speed. This isn’t the only extraordinary ability she demonstrates, as she reveals superhuman physical prowess. Once she learns enough English to communicate complex concepts, she explains that she has come from another planet to warn Earthlings that aliens are heading for Earth and intend to literally devour humans.

The novel “Veg-humans” (“I Vegumani”) by Clelia Farris was published for the first time in 2022. It was translated into English by Rachel Cordasco.

For the agricultural cooperative Astarte, every day is a challenge to produce something despite the very difficult climate conditions. Many people emigrate to the Arctic, where the climate is mild, and it’s still possible to practice agriculture as previous generations did, but others don’t want to leave their homeland.

Experts promise rain, which would greatly help the Astarte partners, but not everyone believes their predictions. Gazania works on a sunscreen that might help workers stay outdoors longer, but discovers that one person who used it has literally taken root.

The novel “Assault” by D. Rebbitt was published for the first time in 2021. It’s the sixth book in The Globur Incursion series and follows “Sword”.

When a Globur fleet attacks the Mongolia system, the nearest Imperial task force reaches it only after the attack has already begun, and it faces an overwhelming enemy. The planet Khan is invaded by the aliens, and the survivors of the task force must retreat to avoid annihilation.

The Imperial Fleet leadership intends to adopt a defensive strategy, waiting for new starships and weapons to be delivered, allowing for greater effectiveness in the battles against the Globur. However, the Imperial Senate recommends an attack to retake the Mongolia system. In theory, the Senate has no power over military strategy, but the hostility already existing in the politicians supporting the motion would cause major problems if the recommendation weren’t heeded.

The novel “An Antarctic Mystery” (“La Sphinx des glaces”) by Jules Verne was published for the first time in 1897. It was published in various translations into English, sometimes with the title “The Sphinx of the Ice Realm”.

Jeorgling intends to return to the USA after spending time in the Kerguelen Islands for personal reasons. He asks to be accepted as a passenger on the ship Halbrane, but Captain Len Guy initially seems vehemently opposed. However, when the captain discovers that Jeorgling is from Connecticut and knows the story of Arthur Gordon Pym, he changes his mind.

During the voyage, the Halbrane encounters an iceberg on which the body of a sailor from the ship Jane is found. The man has a note stating that other members of his crew are still alive. Jeorgling believed that Arthur Gordon Pym’s story was fictional, but he must accept the idea that it’s a true account.