Welcome a haven of Independent Science Fiction Short Stories for sci-fi enthusiasts and independent thinkers seeking refuge from the chaos of everyday life. The Emergency Reality Shelter is a curated collection of short stories offers a unique blend of fresh ideas, cutting-edge technology, and personal narratives that speak to those who value authenticity and creativity. As part of the thriving Creator Economy, this space represents a commitment to autonomy and direct engagement with readers like you.
Scifi Short Stories – Audio Books
First up in the Emergency Reality Shelter – audio scifi short stories. They’re free on Youtube but you can buy them on your favorite platform:
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Conspiraco – Follow a day in the life of the thegovernment agency that creates conspiracy theories to keep society stable. The story follows employees of the Conspiracy Department as they wrestle with the ethics of their work, balancing their belief in protecting society against the knowledge that they’re manipulating public perception. Explore themes of power, control, and the nature of belief, questioning how far authorities should go to maintain order through misinformation. This thought-provoking narrative will challenge you to consider the line between protection and oppression in governance, while also critiquing modern conspiracy culture and examining how stories shape our understanding of reality. Get the Audio Book Here:
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Call of the Void “I picked up his trail at the edge of a crater. Over my shoulder, three moons dangled in the reddish-purple sky. Faint starlight outlined the junky little craft I use for rescue trips. My spacecraft has no frills, no creature comforts: just two seats and basic life support. With luck, that’s all I’ll need to save this kid’s life. The control surfaces on this spacesuit sucked. I could feel worn plastic and clunky attenuators when I put it on. The third-class air filtration smelled like farts and dirty sweat socks. If I had time, I’d trade with the locals to buy better gear, but I don’t. We’re on the clock. The kid’s been here for weeks. If I don’t get him out in the next few hours, he’s not coming back at all.” Ryan is a kid with a past. In order to find his future, he has to help someone else find theirs. What will he find out there on an uncharted moon: ruin, remorse, or … redemption? He better find out fast, because time is running out. Get the Audio Book Here: Get a copy from your favorite bookstore              |
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The Battle of Victoria Crater – In the desolate Martian frontier of Victoriaville, a brave community of settlers faces relentless threats from mercenary bandits working for a powerful Earth corporation, WTO. Led by Captain Junior and an enigmatic gunfighter named Pete, the settlers must defend their hard-won home against repeated attacks. Victoriaville’s resilience and determination shine through as they thwart the mercenaries and maintain their claim on the Martian land. But as tensions escalate, the settlers wonder if peace is possible, knowing that their struggle to secure their future on Mars is far from over. Get the Part One Audio Book Here:
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Superhero Shrink Dr. Christopher has a very difficult, unique job. He’s a psychiatrist who works with superheroes. Some legendary warriors come with baggage and his job is to help ‘keep ’em flying.’ How are you supposed to save people who are supposed to be saving us?’ Half-serious, half-dark comedy, ‘The Superhero Shrink’ is “‘The Avengers’ Meets ‘Ordinary People,’” an honest look at the people behind the masks. Get the Audio Book Here:
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Superhero Shrink: Climate Change Dr. Christopher is back with a new set of patients and a new set of problems. How will the superhero wars affect our global climate? No one is quite sure, but everyone knows that Dr. Christopher is caught in the middle. Get the Audio Book Here:
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Table for One Jimmy G is another average escapee from the post-apocalyptic wasteland that used to be the Southern US. Now he’s in a refugee camp and stuck with whatever he can find. Forget those MREs, they said. Go to Charlie’s Cafe. Jimmy G thinks the offer of a hot meal sounds great – too bad he’s the main course. Get the Audio Book Here: Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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Scifi Short Stories – Ebooks
Here, you’ll find a diverse array of tales crafted to challenge your perspective, spark your imagination, and provide a much-needed escape from the noise of the world. From stories exploring the ethical dilemmas of future societies to adventures on distant planets, each narrative is designed to offer both entertainment and a moment of calm reflection.
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Justice Heuristic – Follow David Keller, a tech pioneer trapped in a virtual prison of his own design. Tormented by the consequences of his AI creations, which caused global chaos, David must choose between saving himself or undoing the devastation he unleashed. Fast-paced and thought-provoking, it explores guilt, redemption, and the price of escaping our past.          |
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Culture Shock – Ta’la and Dave are humans exploring the Besh au’Rum Freeport Zone for the first time. How will they react when they quickly realize that aliens don’t pay much attention to humans? Dave’s disappointment leads to some surprisingly emotional reactions. Things get even more complicated when Ta’la buys a fake Earth artifact. Dave must pull it together and use his knowledge of alien cultures to achieve acceptance and growth in a universe dominated by aliens.
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Mons City Obituary – In the heart of Mons City, a place where the future seemed to loom large over the past, there lived a woman named Jenny. Though her life lacked the grandeur of fame or fortune, it was a life marked by unwavering pride and a fierce sense of independence. Her story, which went largely untold during her lifetime, is one of quiet heroism and the profound impact one person can have on another’s life. Her story serves as a reminder that heroes come in all forms, and sometimes they are found in the unlikeliest of places. Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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World War Four – Red alarms blind the last human on Earth. “What’s happening? Is it really 2122?” Joe yells to TOX – his social AI, the constant companion throughout temporal transit. “Absolutely!” TOX responded, programmed to be cheerful no matter how bad the situation. “Beautiful day in the neighborhood. We’re looking at clear skies in the mid-70s with an allergy index of ‘mild.’ We’ve also got one hundred percent chance of ICBM strike in the next twenty minutes!” Today was the first day of the rest of Joe’s life. All he can do before the end is try to understand why. Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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Necktie Party Just as their small Southern town began to experience a re-birth on a new way of industry related to neurocybernetic technology, a terrorist attack destroys their city and someone is going to pay. Now, two old men must talk a mob of angry, frightened people out of murder at a broken down motel in post-collapse America. Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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The Conquered Three space explorers arrive on a new planet to find the hungry, desperate faces of a conquered civilization. These people are human, intelligent and aware of space travel. Why are they dressed in rags? Why isn’t anyone allowed to own a tool, or medicine? What happened to their cities and culture? The chilling answer comes from the six-meter alien with smoke-colored armor and polished fangs, and he does not come in peace. Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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The Rocket In the last few hours before life on earth ends, a young dad has a chance meeting with his estranged father. Will this be a moment of reconciliation, or recrimination? How can you communicate with someone who refuses to listen? Mike Crane takes one last shot to save his father’s life before he boards THE ROCKET. Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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Foreverest “They think they have the money, but the money really has them.” Discover the chilling world of deceit and high-tech murder in ‘Foreverest’ by Jackson Allen, as recent lottery winner Brittany’s pursuit of wealth guidance takes a perilous turn, leaving readers on the edge of their seats.Brittany thinks she’s got it all figured out, unaware that her wealth counselor, Lincoln, is part of a nefarious scheme targeting lottery winners. The story leaves readers with a chilling sense of manipulation and uncertainty regarding Brittany’s future in her newfound wealth, delivering a gripping narrative of deception and a high-tech murder plot that keeps readers enthralled. Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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Paparazzi Therapist Ever heard Hollywood say “if one pop star falls, another takes its place?” Well in the future they can do it for real, and it means the next version of Justin Bieber and BTS better play nice. Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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Planet Ugh The aliens have arrived, and Earth makes first contact. Do they think we’re ready to meet the rest of the universe? Our representative makes his case, but the conversation isn’t going well … Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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Body Issues Bonus Wallpaper – Ava is your typical high-school Freshman. She’s got friends, family, and oh yes, access to the hottest body modification science on the planet. DNA strand engineering, nanoreceptor reflex boosters and cloned bone cells. How are you supposed to ‘just be yourself’ when a clinic can make you into a supermodel overnight? Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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Deathclock Machine – “You can literally predict my death.” “That’s right.” “You must be a riot at parties.” “Not really,” he smiles. “As you can imagine, I have to have a lot of time on my hands to invent something this.” “Start again. How did you come upon this ability to predict people’s death?” “It’s all math,” he replied. Get a copy from your favorite bookstore
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While you’re here, let me introduce you to the Emergency Reality Shelter staff:
As rescue kitties, Mason (left) and Moxie (right) know the value of survivors helping survivors. They’re sweet but also a little spicy – like my scifi short stories. They’ve both been through a lot – just like us.
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You fund all of it – along with my plans for the future.
I’m Incredibly Grateful
Your scifi short story purchases leave me indebted to you, my readers:
- No Patreons, Venmo, or GoFundMes
- No foundations
- No government grants
I can’t express enough how grateful I am for the freedom your support gives me. Thanks to you, the Independent Science Fiction Short Stories of the Emergency Reality Shelter continue to reach and help other readers, creating a sense of community and escape. Your kind words, your encouragement, and your positive reviews mean the world to me. Knowing they come from real people who care makes them even more special. Being able to do what I love and share stories that bring you joy is truly a gift, and I’m so thankful for that. Thank you for being part of this journey!
Thanks again for reading. ~ J