From the mind of celebrated science fiction master, Philip K. Dick, comes an exhilarating journey into a war-torn alien world: Tony and the Beetles. Venture into a universe where young Tony, the son of a human occupier, discovers the chilling truth about his extraterrestrial neighbors, the Pas-udenti. As the war takes an unexpected turn, Tony finds himself caught between two worlds, attempting to navigate his daily life and maintain friendships with creatures once considered enemies. But as tensions rise and everything crumbles around him, shocking revelations force Tony to question everything he once knew. Will Tony choose his humanity, or will he embrace the strange world that has become his home? Dive into this thrilling short story that is not only a gripping exploration of loyalty and identity but also a masterful study in paranoia and suspense. Tony and the Beetles is a testament to Philip K. Dick's unparalleled prowess in the world of speculative fiction, packed with the mind-bending concepts and atmospheric storytelling that made his work a staple in the sci-fi canon.

An interstellar revolution is brewing, and young Tony finds himself in the middle of it, questioning who his friends are, and who are his foes.

Originally published in 2014 by Beach Lane Books.

This anthology presents short stories and novellas that originally appeared in pulp magazines of the early 1950s, including "The Variable Man," "Second Variety," "Beyond the Door," "The Defenders," and more.

From bestselling author and illustrator Eric Carle, the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, comes another classic tale about one very clumsy click beetle. A perfect gift to share with the child or grandchild in your life. When a little click beetle falls onto his back, he seeks the help of a wise old click beetle. "Look at me," says the more experienced click beetle, giving a loud CLICK and flipping onto its feet. But try as he might, the clumsy little click beetle just can't get the hang of it--or can he? In the tradition of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Carle creates a winning story of perseverance and pride in achievement complete with an ingenious fiber-optic microchip that truly gives voice to the valiant little beetle as it CLICKs its way through the colorful pages and somersaults into your heart. Praise for The Very Clumsy Click Beetle: "Sure to be loved and requested again and again, Click Beetle is a well-crafted story, joyfully illustrated, that speaks to the hearts of young children."--Library Journal "At once stark and sophisticated, Carle's trademark collage art fills the pages of his latest Very volume."--Publishers Weekly "Carle's trademark artwork, featuring large, colorful collages set against expansive white space, is--as always--a strong attribute."--Booklist

Many thousands of readers worldwide consider Philip K. Dick to have been the greatest science fiction writer on any planet. Since his untimely death in 1982, interest in Dick's work has continued to mount and his reputation has been enhanced by a growing body of critical attention. This collection draws from the writer's earliest short and medium-length fiction (including several previously unpublished stories) during the years 1952-1955.

This book, the first to catalogue ecologically important insects by their roles, gives us an enlightening look at how insects work in ecosystems--what they do, how they live, and how they make life as we know it possible. Waldbauer combines anecdotes from entomological history with insights into the intimate workings of the natural world, describing the intriguing and sometimes amazing behavior of these tiny creatures. As entertaining as it is informative, this charmingly illustrated volume captures the full sweep of insects' integral place in the web of life.