Alienity

By Noel Coughlan

Four short stories about aliens ranging from humorous to deadly somber.

The Trial of H.G. Wells

Death is but the beginning of H.G.’s problems as he is whisked into the future to face the wrath of one of his creations. But will he find justice there, too?

Peace At Last

Being Earth’s ambassador to the enlightened Kefloins is the pinnacle of Gwen Bomford’s career, but she’s about to learn something stinks on their planet when they turn to her to resolve their greatest shame. Is she and her team up to the task?

The Chosen One

The fate of Humanity lies in the hands of the most isolated human in its history. Espero was born to make first contact with the enigmatic alien Zoxies. He has lived his life on a space station cut off from all human contact in a bid to keep him free of microbial contamination. But the choice to be a hero or a villain still lies in his grasp.

The Tourist

Jane is the Earth’s first tour guide for aliens, but unfortunately, the planet’s first extra-terrestrial tourist also proves to be its most obnoxious ever. Every wonder she shows the blue slime, Glughokal, leaves him underwhelmed. Somehow, she must impress him before he departs and leaves Earth’s budding xenotourism industry in ruins.