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Tales From Another Dimension: A Sci-Fi Collection Paperback – November 30, 2021

by Robbie Sheerin (Author), Cassius Sargent (Illustrator)

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How will HG Wells react when he awakes 200 years in the future on a strange planet, faced with a terrible truth?

Two young brothers make a frightening discovery about the neighbors.

Do robots secretly want to rule us all?

A scientist goes to extremes to change the future of mankind. But is it possible to change our destiny?

Tales from another dimension is a strange and fantastical collection of ten short stories. Robbie Sheerin is inspired by classic Sci-fi, invoking nightmarish twists and turns with each story.

Travel to another dimension and meet strange characters—sometimes human, and at times not so human. They will make you question the solidity of the Earth and mankind. Explore prejudice, fear, imagination, kindness, empathy, and human frailty.

“The Truth Comes in Storms is wonderfully evocative -and the twist caught me completely unawares. Sheerin is a writer to keep an eye on!”-Rob Yescombe. Writer of the movie “Outside the Wire”

"These stories are strong echoes of the classic science fiction of the 1950s, and bring back fond memories of the Twilight Zone."-Noel Chidwick. Founder and editor of the award-winning sci-fi magazine Shoreline of Infinity

"….Sheerin’s Sci-if shorts engage the mind and senses with dread and wonder at the same time. What happens on the moon….stays on the moon, even it’s from different planets."-ARZONO Publishing

"With a voice of clarity and surprise, Robbie Sheerin is well worth the quick and wondrous read each of his stories provides, the insight into our humanity (or inhumanity) they present, and the lasting impression they leave. Indulge and entertain yourself!" -Jason J. Marchi, author ofVenus Rememberedwith Ray Bradbury and the Barnes & Noble recognized bestsellerThe Legend of Hobbomock: The Sleeping Giant.

Robbie Sheerin's insightful story "The Protector"is a chilling tale that underscores humanity's most troubling shortcomings. At its core, it reminds us that we must remain open-minded and compassionate toward those who are "not like us" or suffer the consequences…..

…"The Future You Imagine, Doctor, Is Not The Future Of The Future" is inventive and imaginative. In my opinion, all tales about our future should be appropriately apocalyptic. They should shake the foundations of our hopes and dreams …..-Leith MacArthur, author of "The Death of Harry Crow", from The William Snow Series of thrillers.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Silly Lilly Publishing (November 30, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 107 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1737931001
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1737931003
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.7 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.25 x 9 inches

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Robbie Sheerin is an award winning author who lives in the Boston area. He is a self-taught Scottish writer. Robbie has been published in various journals. He is married with one daughter, Lilly, a crazy dog, and a narcissist cat. He can be reached at

www.robbiesheerinwriter.com

He is also the Author of the Kindle Vella series The Strange Life of Edmond Moody. New chapter each month.

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Reggie Saladin

A fun twisting ride from story to story!

Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2022

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Robbie Sheerin does a nice job of taking us on a trip around a universe full of diverse and interesting characters. The stories in the collective are imaginative and creative, with original characters that keep you guessing their motives, until the rug is pulled out from you unexpectedly. I found the book an easy read. Something to pickup and enjoy from its opening pages, a get away from many of the sci-fi tropes that are out there. Laying in bed, I felt 12 years old again, reading a book version of the classic 80's tv series Amazing Stories. I found the stories engaging and fun, definitely worth a read and a nice start from a promising author!!

Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2022

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If you’re a fan of, or have read any Isaac Asimov or HG Wells novels, you’ve encountered the kind of fiction featured in this book.

Think, what if those authors were to publish a compilation of short stories, and you’ll be on the ball regarding what to expect should you pick up this collection.

The writing style and subject matter, tropes, and more, are the same as those you’d encounter from reading the authors mentioned above. Thus, it came as no surprise to me when in an afterword, I saw Robbie Sheerin, author of Tales From Another Dimension, mention Asimov and Wells being among his literary influences. That comes across loud and clear here, and it’s any and everywhere.

A case in point is, the first time I ever heard of the term “positronic brain,” was from reading Asimov. Positronic brains, of course, as Asimov fans know, are robot brains. Or, in other words, the mechanized apparatus scientists in that author’s books designed and placed within robots.

These artificial constructs make mathematical and other computations so the robots can make sense of their surroundings and the environment. It’s classic science fiction stuff, which isn’t far from contemporary scientific efforts to create a mechanized brain for use in androids and AI.

You’ll see this mentioned in “The Truth Comes in Storms,” Sheerin’s very first short story of this collection.

With regard to his craft, writing ability. It’s good. The writing is clean and crisp. If I’m to criticize anything, I found just a couple typos here and there. No big deal. I mean, I find those in books put out by traditional publishers too. So, all in all, not a bad piece of work if you’re looking to read some short fast pace sci-fi stories.

I give it four stars.

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Classic tales in a classic styles

Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2023

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A solid collection of stories by a writer who knows his way around sci-fi and character-driven Twilight Zone-style weird fiction. Reading the tales here, I was transported back to my first days of sci-fi fandom, when I ate up Arthur C. Clarke and Isaac Asimov: stories with intriguing ideas told in a straightforward, compelling style. Well worth a purchase.

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Kelvin

A MUST read for the science fiction lovers

Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2021

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I was super excited to find out about this book. I first came across Mr. Sheerin’s work in a book called “A Sci-Fi Shorts Anthology: Volume 1” by J.A Taylor & Rod Castor, and although it was a single short story it left a great impression and I immediately became a fan of his style of writing. His way of leading the narrative one way then completely twisting your expectations is something I enjoy, it reminded me of my all time favorite the twilight zone as well as some of Phillip K. Dick’s work. This book has a way of pulling you into each story with fantastical mysteries that I very much enjoyed.

Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2023

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Especially liked the H.G. Wells story! (Had done, prior to reading this, one myself which was very different)

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2022

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Entertaining reading. Some stories have nice twists and turns, with unexpected endings The last two very short stories are nice.

Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2023

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"Tales From Another Dimension" is
reminiscent of The Twilight Zone where things
take unexpected turns and nothing is as it
seems. If you love good old fashioned sci-fi
then don't miss this great book of short stories!

Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2022

I enjoyed reading this book even though it was not in a genre l usually read. The author presented a book with ten short stories each with its own twist. Almost every time there was a surprise ending, which l found added to the entertainment factor. In fact, when l was finished the book l could not tell which story was my favourite! Having read this book there is a good chance that l will read more books from this author. Of course, l recommend this book to those who love this genre as well as those who want to try something new!!

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Mark S.

Entertaining vignettes.

Reviewed in Canada on January 15, 2022

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The author understands that writing, at its best, needs to be lean and pull the reader into the story. And then close strong. These stories are memorable and all of the reviewers' comments are accurate.

In one of the stories here, humanity is destroyed by its own nature and the author quietly closes with the image of the morning sun reflecting in the eyes of a small rabbit, the ocean gently lapping to shore nearby. Pretty striking imagery and the reader can pause and contemplate things here or move on to the next.

If one of the streaming services wanted to do a Sci-fi/Twilight Zone-esque project, these stories would be a great place to start. Great cover. Highly recommended and looking forward to seeing what the author will be writing in the future.

Iain Kelly

Refreshing and Thought-Provoking

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 5, 2023

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A compelling collection of short stories, shot through with humour and surprise. Like the best sci-fi, no matter the planet or the time, the key is to shine a light on our own human existence, and evey story in this collection does that, offering profound questions for we humans to ponder. Excellent, and hopefully there is more to come from the author in the future.

Stefan Grieve

Superb collection of Sci fi stories

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2022

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A superb collection of short stories, the type mostly with an enjoyable sting in their tail. Yes, in fact, some of the twists took me completely by surprise, and one, although a similar type of twist to one I've come across before, was one of the best ways of executing it I've read. That story also is in two parts, the second part further on in the collection, which I thought was a very clever and interesting way of arranging the book's content.

These stories are compelling and engaging and had me reading ever onward. Whether about mad scientists types, the robot pursued, hermit types on beaches (On my favourite of the collection, 'Protector') or many other fantastic sci-fi concepts, this is one to read.

Kindle Customer

A finely produced, thought-provoking and wildly original collection

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 6, 2021

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Thanks Mr Sheerin for this refreshing and fun read. His skilful penmanship and his ability to surprise with his twisting plots has resulted in a totally absorbing collection of short stories. Cameo appearances from historical characters who rub shoulders with artificial intelligence and androids… keep ‘em coming, Robbie

Gareth

Excellent read!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 10, 2021

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Love the short stories.. if your thing is sci-fi genre then this is the newest best author out there! Excellent read and captivating.. would highly recommend this book and look forward to any more in the future from this author..

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