Science Fiction books by Alan Phillips

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Series 1: Child of Hell: A Philosophy of Human Nature (2018)
The story of Ernest Bastard, a young man growing up in the south polar area known as Hell, and his journey of survival and self-acceptance amidst a backdrop of crime and witchcraft.
One: The Young Man in the Snow Ernest Bastard, a young man growing up in Hell, the penal colony of the planet Hope, among society's worst criminals.

Two: A Free Man Ernest Bastard finishes his coming-of-age in Hell, grappling with PTSD, mass murder, and his identity as a witch.

Series 2: Caravanser: A Moral Philosophy (2018)
Follows Sjila, a Caravanser girl, as she navigates her arranged marriage, falls in love with Ernest Bastard, and faces the perils of desert trade and piracy.
One: A Girl's Plight Sjila, a Caravanser girl on the desert planet Hope, pledged to marry for her family's survival. On a caravan journey to Hell, she meets and falls in love with Ernest Bastard, a man from the convict tribes. Now, she faces a difficult choice.

Two: A Woman's Work In this book Sjila falls in love with Ernest Bastard in Hell. Despite her father's opposition, they travel north, face pirate attacks, and Sjila discovers her true self and destiny with Ernest's help.

Series 3: Test of Faith: A Philosophy of Religion (2019)
Chronicles Harlo, a boy from the Experiment Colony, as he contends with a strict religious sect, uncovers his witch heritage, and seeks justice for his mother's death.
One: Chasing Feathers This book follows Harlo, a boy from Experiment Colony, 2000 Hope years after human arrival. In a colony dominated by intolerant Kirkists, Harlo, a witch by birth, must hide his true nature and beliefs to survive. As he grows up, he also seeks his mother's killer.

Two: Prisoner of the Kirk Harlo, grows up among intolerant Kirkists who persecute heretics and witches, Harlo is both. Arrested for heresy and facing torture, he knows he will be exposed as a witch. This is the story of his survival and struggle against the Kirk of God.

Three: A Tragic Virtue Harlo, a boy from Experiment Colony, is aised among intolerant Kirkists who persecute heretics and witches, Harlo is both. Escaping with friends, he is hunted in the colony's capital, Wells. As an academy student, he gathers evidence against the Kirkists and seeks his mother's killer.

Series 4: Woman of the World: A Philosophy of Life (2019)
Tanya, an equatorial girl, escapes abuse and seeks freedom, finding love and resilience in the face of relentless pursuit by her tormentor.
One: Escape from Vulcan This book follows Tanya, a girl from Vulcan Colony, 2000 Hope years after human arrival. Fleeing harassment by estate citizen Xorba Clovixar, she escapes into the desert. Tanya, a witch, is rescued by her friend Sjila's caravan and hides at a rural plantation on the Salton Shore. When her persecutor finds and attacks her, Tanya is nearly destroyed. This is the story of how she regains her will to live.

Two: Determined to be Free This book follows Tanya, a girl from Vulcan Colony, 2000 Hope years after human arrival. After escaping, she is attacked by her nemesis, Xorba Clovixar, leaving her deeply scarred. Tanya's journey is about reclaiming her will to live and confronting the obsessed Salton citizen. Hiding in Salton City, she finds love with Kaven Arneld, facing together the man determined to destroy her life.

Series 5: Citizen: A Philosophy of Law (2019)
Tracks Kaven Arneld's transformation from a troubled boy in Oasis Colony to a lawgiver, navigating challenges from Kirkist persecution to political defiance.
One: Lost Boy Description of Book 1

Two: Convict Description of Book 2

Three: Lawgiver Description of Book 3

Series 6: Totem Hunt: A Philosophy of Sport (2019)
Jan-Petr Berson's rise from tribal outcast to sports hero is depicted alongside his turbulent relationship with Dolsa, setting the stage for further adventures in "Message from Earth".
One: Icecapper Description of Book 1

Two: Hollow Victory Description of Book 2

Series 7: Message from Earth: A Philosophy of Recovery (2020)
Dolsa Jensen's journey from radio operator to test pilot and her reconciliation with Jan-Petr unfolds against the backdrop of political intrigue and ancient discoveries.
One: Magic Enough Description of Book 1

Two: A Hundred Replacements Description of Book 2

Series 8: For the People: A Philosophy of Education (2020)
RoWenna MarQuessa-Hurd's fight for freedom and leadership within the rigid estate system of Salton Shore culminates in her efforts to save her people and secure her future.
One: Save the Children Description of Book 1

Two: Save the World Description of Book 2

Series 9: Love Story: Philosophy of Relationships (2020)
The Cold Sea
Una To, a girl from the Nordon Seafolk, seeks a noble life and true love on a new exoplanet colony. She faces career struggles and navigates romantic prospects, eventually finding her soulmate.

A Warm Welcome
Una continues her journey, achieving clarity in her career aspirations and solidifying her relationship with the man she loves.
One: The Cold Sea Description of Book 1

Two: A Warm Welcome Description of Book 2

Series 10: The Kirkist Wars: Philosophy of Language (2020)
The Soldier
Dagid Gunder, a soldier from New America, battles the Kirkist theocracy and grapples with maintaining his relationship with Una amidst political turmoil.

The Philosopher
Dagid's story concludes as he strives to protect the Constitution and his relationship with Una, overcoming significant personal and political challenges.
One: The Soldier Description of Book 1

Two: The Philosopher Description of Book 2

Series 11: Steppe Daughter: Social Philosophy (2020)
Only a Maker
Harlo MuKandriu, a physician, falls in love with Lizbet Tzek, a member of the lowest caste in the North Steppe Tribe. He sacrifices his status to be with her, facing immense societal barriers.

The Upper Hand
Harlo and Lizbet's struggle continues as they navigate societal expectations and personal trials, ultimately finding a way to be together.
One: Only a Maker Description of Book 1

Two: The Upper Hand Description of Book 2

Series 12: Expedition to Farside: Political Philosophy (2020)
Into Exile
DeWitt Qarlton-Davis, son of the Federation king, is exiled with his friend RoWenna. They embark on an expedition to the far side of their planet, starting a new chapter in their lives.

Government in Exile
DeWitt and RoWenna's relationship deepens during the expedition, and they establish a government in exile, announcing their new status to the planet.
One: Into Exile Description of Book 1

Two: Government in Exile Description of Book 2

Series 13: Stories of Hope: Philosophy of Human Culture (2021)
Garden and Refuge
Chronicles the tragic history of Garden Colony at the southern pole and the successful establishment of Refuge at the northern pole on their new planet.

Oasis and the Icecap
Explores the history of Oasis and the Icecap colonies, highlighting their development and challenges.

The Heritage of the Grandmothers
Details the history of the Vulcan colony and sets the stage for how the colony on the Salton Shore became a planet-wide civilization.
One: Garden and Refuge Description of Book 1

Two: The Heritage of the Grandmothers Description of Book 2

Three: The Heritage of the Grandmothers Description of Book 3

Series 14: Tales of New America: Philosophy of Mind (2021)
New America Colony and Latina
Stories about the founding of the New America colony and its offshoot, Latina, in one of the planet's equatorial regions.

Teutonia
Describes the survival of the northern New America colony after the New Chicago power plant explosion.

Tara, Witchland and the Heartland
Narratives about three distinct cultures in New America: the Tarans, the Widdish, and the Heartlanders.
One: New America Colony and Latina Description of Book 1

Two: Teutonia Description of Book 2

Three: Tara, Witchland and The Heartland Description of Book 3

Series 15: That Old Time Philosophy: Philosophy of History (2021)
The Shore Folk
Short stories covering the northern polar colony on the western shore of the Salton Sea during the Age of Hardship and the Age of Work.

The Federation
Stories about the northern polar colony's transformation into a planet-wide civilization, driven by the Davis kings' pursuit of unity.

The Historian
A novel about a young man's quest to understand the history of the civilization, finding love and professional success despite initial setbacks.

One: The Shorefolk Description of Book 1

Two: The Federation Description of Book 2

Three: The Historian Description of Book 3

Series 16: The Horde: Philosophy of Art (in progress)
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One: The Pianist Description of Book 1

Two: The Typist Description of Book 2

Three: The Gamer Description of Book 3

Series 17: Liberation of Hope: Epistemology (in progress)
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One: The Spider King Description of Book 1

Two: Founders Description of Book 2

Series 18: The Alderman: Economic Philosophy (in progress)
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One: A Thousand Deaths Description of Book 1

Two: A Mission in Life Description of Book 2

Series 19: Liberation of Earth: Value Theory (in progress)
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One: A Girl with a Knife Description of Book 1

Two: A Boy with a Message Description of Book 2

Three: A Ship with a Mission Description of Book 3

Series 20: Liberation of the Galaxy: Metaphysics (in progress)
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One: Jaq Description of Book 1

Two: VelMa Description of Book 2

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