Shortlisted for Arthur C. Clarke Award Acclaimed author Emma Newman returns to the captivating universe she created in Planetfall with a stunning science fiction mystery where one man's murder is much more than it seems...
Emma Newman Books
Emma Newman crafts dark short stories and novels that blend science fiction and urban fantasy. Her writing delves into the human psyche and the bleaker aspects of existence, exploring the boundaries between reality and imagination. Newman frequently weaves intricate plots and compelling characters that draw readers into their turbulent lives. Her works play with genre conventions while maintaining a distinct authorial voice and unique atmosphere.






Acclaimed author Emma Newman returns to the captivating Planetfall universe with a standalone dark tale of a woman stationed on Mars who slowly starts to doubt her own memories and sanity.
Atlas Alone
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Set in the intriguing Planetfall universe, this novel explores themes of vengeance and sacrifice in the quest to secure humanity's future. Emma Newman weaves a gripping narrative that delves into the moral complexities faced by characters as they confront their past and make difficult choices. The story promises a compelling mix of science fiction and emotional depth, showcasing the lengths individuals will go to protect what they hold dear.
Set against a backdrop of enchantment and conflict, the story weaves together themes of mischief and romance as characters navigate the complexities of love amid a war-torn landscape. With elements of magic enhancing the narrative, the protagonists face challenges that test their bonds and reveal their true selves. The intertwining of personal struggles and larger conflicts creates a rich tapestry of adventure and emotional depth, inviting readers into a world where every choice can alter destinies.
In their search for a new and better life than the one that they had on the overpopulated Earth, Suh lead a group of 1000 people - including her partner and lover Ren - to another planet. Then Suh mysteriously vanished, and only Ren and the Ringleader know the truth behind her disappearance. Now, two decades later, a stranger who looks suspiciously like Suh wanders into the colony, flooding Ren with memories of the traumatic event she fought so hard to bury. And if she reveals the secret she has kept for so long, it could ruin everything the colonists built.
The Vengeance
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Morgane, raised by a pirate captain, learns her true heritage after a battle reveals her mother is not who she thought. As she seeks the truth about her lineage, she uncovers dark secrets of the Four Chains Trading Company and the mysteries surrounding her real mother's death, leading her into a perilous world of power struggles.