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  • Shards: A Short-Fiction Anthology from the Author of "309" and "The Big Men"

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Shards: A Short-Fiction Anthology from the Author of "309" and "The Big Men" Kindle Edition

by Michael Shotter (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars (12)
When worlds collide, the effects can range from subtle to profound. In this first-ever, short-fiction collection from the author of “309” and “The Big Men,” experience the intrigue, excitement, and terror of such events from a variety of perspectives as each unique tale unfolds.

This collection includes the hit novelette, “Academic Displacement,” and seven all-new stories sure to please fans of thrilling, thought-provoking, and engaging prose.
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    184 pages
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    English
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  4. Publication date
    October 2, 2020
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08C47V452
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 2, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.5 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 184 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Best Sellers Rank: #3,516,700 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars (12)

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Michael Shotter

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Michael Shotter is a lifelong resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a lover of science, fiction, and fantasy, his works aim to push beyond the boundaries of traditional genre fiction into new and exciting realms born from literary craftsmanship.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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An impressive showcase of multiple genres!
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An impressive showcase of multiple genres!
Fast paced and engaging throughout, Shards brings a whole new level of insight and detail to the universe Shotter is creating. What’s most impressive is that these cross genre stories also stand alone. A must read for fans of the author and new readers alike!
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  • Coy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Collection of Science Fiction Tales
    Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2023
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    My introduction to Michael Shotter's fictional universe! An excellent collection of science fiction tales, all with enough length to carry depth in the world building and characters. And the ideas behind the stories are fascinating. Shotter has a clear, engaging style that makes itself quiet as the plots unfold and the characters come to life. He lets the stories speak for themselves, and he allows the characters to drive them.

    "The Field Journal of Dr. Franklin Nod" is a standout.
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  • Mary Ellen
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fun
    Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2025
    Format: Kindle
    I'm a science fiction television watching geek. I have not enjoyed written science fiction. However, Shards held my attention and I enjoyed each story/chapter. I just can't put my finger on the how or why.

    This is a Goodreads Giveaway Kindle Win from March 2023 and part of the Read What I Own Challenge (x100).
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  • Brian Bowyer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Collection!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2023
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    My first read by Shotter, but certainly not my last. I enjoyed all these stories, and I'm looking forward to reading more of his fiction. Highly recommended!
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  • Gawonii
    5.0 out of 5 stars An impressive showcase of multiple genres!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2020
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    Fast paced and engaging throughout, Shards brings a whole new level of insight and detail to the universe Shotter is creating.
    What’s most impressive is that these cross genre stories also stand alone. A must read for fans of the author and new readers alike!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    An impressive showcase of multiple genres!

    Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2020
    Fast paced and engaging throughout, Shards brings a whole new level of insight and detail to the universe Shotter is creating.
    What’s most impressive is that these cross genre stories also stand alone. A must read for fans of the author and new readers alike!
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  • Stephen Chappell
    4.0 out of 5 stars A great addition to the Nod/Wells series
    Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2025
    Format: Hardcover
    A fun collection of stories that fill in some of the gaps in the Nod/Wells series of novels, particularly tying in well with The Big Men and 309. A fun read, highly recommend to any fan of Michael Shotter's works.
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  • Erik Cornelius
    5.0 out of 5 stars You should read it. No, seriously. Don't read THIS, read IT.
    Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2020
    Format: Kindle
    The word that occurs to me on reading Shards is "Lovecraftian" - albeit with a lot less "unspeakable" and tentacled old ones. The peculiar tales that weave disparate stories together, with numerous callbacks to The Big Men (without needing to read it), build a modern-day mythos distinct from numerous other genres. It seamlessly merges several threads - a little bit sci-fi, a little bit mystical, a little bit horror - in order to craft a single unified picture from discrete "shards."

    In other words, you should read it.
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  • Ronald McGillvray
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating addition to “The Big Men” mythos and saga.
    Reviewed in Canada on September 1, 2022
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    This was my first venture into Michael Shotter’s mythos of “The Big Men” but it certainly won’t be my last.

    This intriguing and interconnecting collection of stories weave together a world that you won’t soon forget. Part sci-fi, part horror and part fantasy there’s something here for everyone.

    I really enjoyed the way the author used recurring characters to connect the different stories together into one cohesive narrative and into the saga he’s building.

    Kudos to the author for his ambitious attempt at world building. I look forward to seeing what comes next.
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