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Save:A legendary self-help guide for transforming the way you see yourself - and, in turn, your life. Just be sure to grab the original Maltz version for the full impact!
'Psycho-cybernetics' by Maxwell Maltz is a self-help book that focuses on using the subconscious mind to change one's self-image and achieve success. The original 1960 version is highly praised for its practical advice on improving one's life and success, emphasizing the importance of transitioning from a negative to a positive self-image. is described as empowering, guiding readers to separate fact from fiction and providing a method for achieving fulfillment, wealth, and happiness through mindset transformation.
has been updated over the years, with mixed reviews on the newer versions compared to the original. Some readers express disappointment in the updates, stating that they do not capture the essence of Maxwell Maltz's writing style and depth of insight. The newer versions, such as the 1993 update by Bobbe Sommer, are criticized for not living up to the original's standard and for lacking the same inspirational quality and personal touch as Maltz's work.
June 1960•265 pages - #2
Save:A sweet, soothing, and emotionally rich novella that pairs heartfelt queer romance with a meditative sci-fi premise. Perfect for a cozy afternoon and anyone seeking beautifully quiet stories about connection and healing.
Set in a future where AI creation has been banned, "The Cybernetic Tea Shop" follows Sal, one of the few remaining sentient AIs, who runs a tea shop as a tribute to a woman she loved. When Clara, a restless technician specializing in AI companions, enters Sal's life, unexpected change ensues. The novella delicately explores themes of identity, belonging, grief, and moving on, highlighting the emotional depth of nonhuman characters like Sal and the complexities of human-robot relationships. Meredith Katz's writing masterfully blends romance and sci-fi elements, offering a quick yet profound read that leaves readers pondering the essence of personhood and connection.
Clara woke to the rapid puffs of air and noisy chatter that meant that she'd slept in. She'd ignored Joanie's first few complaints, which meant that the hummingbird had gone from dutifully waking her...2016•117 pages - #3
Save:'Xander' in the series 'Nova Force' by Vivienne Savage is a spicy and hot science fiction romance that follows the story of Xander, a smart and sexy cybernetics doctor, and Thandie, a strong and smart cyborg warrior. The plot is well-paced with a mix of suspense, action, and romance set in a futuristic universe where space battles, discrimination issues, and steamy romance take center stage. Readers will be taken on an exciting space adventure filled with surprises, aliens, pirates, and intense adult content.
The writing style of Vivienne Savage in 'Xander' is praised for its ability to blend elements of romance, science fiction, and action seamlessly. The story unfolds with a perfect balance of world-building, character development, and plot progression, keeping readers engaged and eager to uncover the mysteries of the universe Savage has created.
After serving a standard galactic year at a tiny naval base, Doctor Xander Vargas looked forward to his new assignment aboard the HMS Jemison. Fuck, every day of that sentence had been hell, each day...May 2018•318 pages - #4
Save:A wildly creative, dystopian cyber-noir that scores big on style and worldbuilding - even if you’re not a baseball buff, it’s a fun, thoughtful ride for fans of genre mashups and speculative fiction.
In "The Body Scout," Lincoln Michel presents a near future New York City where corporations control professional baseball, games are played in massive stadiums, and the world is plagued by pandemics, wealth inequality, and climate change. The story follows an investigation by an adopted brother into the mysterious death of a ball player, leading him through the ruins of New York City filled with dystopic elements like smog, underground tenements, and ocean walls. The book marries the tropes of cyberpunk and noir, reinventing familiar themes with a science fiction twist, creating a fast-paced and entertaining read that explores new ideas and fresh concepts.
When I couldn’t fall asleep, I counted the parts of the body. I used the outdated numbers. What they’d taught me back in school when only the ultrarich upgraded. Two hundred and six bones. Seventy-eig...September 2021•380 pages - #5
Save:An old man and a woman not young went side by side through the garden on the roof of the gray citadel. Mists like dull silver brocade hung about the gray-shot greenness of the round-backed mountains t...In the aftermath of World War III, Japan guards its hard-earned prosperity with Tokugawa, an unsettlingly complex, computer-based sentient intelligence with volition and self-awareness
...1985•339 pages A clear, practical guide to changing your habits - if you want to build better routines or break bad ones, this is one of the easiest and most useful books out there. Not revolutionary, but worth reading for almost anyone looking to make lasting changes.
'Atomic Habits' by James Clear is a practical guide on how to build good habits and break bad ones. The author provides tangible takeaways such as habit stacking, environmental cues, and temptation bundling to help readers understand the power of their daily actions in shaping their identity and desired outcomes. Clear offers a blueprint for setting up one's environment and time to establish positive habits and eliminate negative ones, emphasizing the importance of making small, incremental changes over time for significant results.
Imagine two people resisting a cigarette. When offered a smoke, the first person says, “No thanks. I’m trying to quit.” It sounds like a reasonable response, but this person still believes they are a...2016•309 pages- #7
Save:An entertaining, adrenaline-fueled space adventure brimming with action, heart, and awesome women. Come for the mercenary training, stay for the space battles and sisterhood. Not flawless, but definitely a blast for fans of sci-fi action and strong heroines.
Genetically advanced girls from Alcyone are trained to be mercenaries by Kimura, undergoing bionic engineering to possess superhuman abilities. The protagonist, Sigrid, is chosen for a special task, leading to the unraveling of a conspiracy threatening the project. The story follows Sigrid's journey of self-discovery, loyalty, and resilience, set in a complex universe with elements of space opera, cybernetics, and political intrigue. The narrative shifts between Sigrid's perspective and various other characters, delving into the ethical dilemmas of genetic enhancement and the bonds formed among the girls at Alcyone.
Twisting, turning, arms spread out or tucked in, nothing she did made any difference. With nothing to grab hold of, no resistance, nothing could stop her as she tumbled out of control, moving deeper a...2011•316 pages - #8
Save:A fun, heart-tugging space adventure that’s as much about love and trust as it is about battling aliens and old grudges. Come for the cyborg pining, stay for the banter - and don’t be surprised if you want a furzel of your own!
In "Games of Command" by Linnea Sinclair, readers are taken on a space opera adventure filled with romance, mystery, and alliances. The story follows Captain Tasha Sebastian as she is assigned to work alongside her former nemesis, Admiral Branden Kel Paten, on a mission that uncovers mysterious deaths and a rebel threat. As they navigate through personal conflicts and external challenges, the characters must learn to trust each other and work together to save their crew and unravel the secrets of the Alliance.
The book is praised for its engaging plot that combines elements of space opera, romance, and intrigue. Readers appreciate the dynamic between the main characters, the development of the relationships, and the incorporation of sci-fi elements like cyber enhancements and mysterious space storms. With a mix of action-packed scenes and emotional depth, "Games of Command" offers a satisfying blend of adventure and romance set in a futuristic universe.
It took a moment for Sass, toweling the sweat off her face, to acknowledge the comment voiced by the tall woman striding down the locker room aisle toward her, her black and tan Alliance uniform partl...2002•534 pages - #9
Save:The Cruel Stars by John Birmingham is a fast-paced action-packed military science fiction novel set in a far future where humanity is faced with the return of the genocidal Sturm, a faction that believes in purging genetically modified and cybernetically enhanced humans. The story follows five diverse heroes including a young officer thrust into command, a princess, a space pirate, a washed-up general, and the leader of the Sturm invasion, as they navigate through chaos and battle against the Sturm to rally humanity and defeat them once again. The book is filled with space battles, intriguing characters, and a mix of humor and intense action that keeps the story engaging and the readers hooked till the end.
The rock turned silently in hard vacuum, and the young woman with it. She pressed her nose to the porthole, which fogged with her breath while she waited for night to sweep over this part of the base....August 2019•452 pages - #10
Save:A gritty, sharp-edged cyberpunk thriller with a rare, memorable heroine, but not for readers who like linear plots or single perspectives. If complex, lived-in futures and broken but brilliant characters are your thing, definitely give it a go.
In "Hammered" by Elizabeth Bear, readers are introduced to Jenny Casey, a fifty-year-old ex-soldier living in a gritty, near-future world where cyber enhancements are failing and painful memories haunt her. The plot delves into a conspiracy involving crime lords, AIs, and a struggle against the government that used and discarded her. The writing style is described as fast-moving, with a mix of military, cyber, and traditional elements, narrated through a jangly multi-POV prose that brings out the complexities of the characters and the dystopian setting.
Later, I wash my face in the stained steel sink and dry it on a clean rag. I catch myself staring into my own eyes, reflected in the unbreakable mirror hanging on my wall. I look chewed. Hell, you can...December 2004•352 pages
