"Earth Abides" is a post-apocalyptic novel that follows the story of a geography student who returns from a solo trip in the mountains to find that most of humanity has been wiped out by a deadly plague. As one of the few survivors, he navigates through the deserted world, eventually forming a small community with other survivors. The novel explores themes of survival, the fragility of civilization, and the importance of community in the face of adversity.

In "The Scarlet Plague", the world has been devastated by a deadly pandemic that has wiped out most of humanity, leaving only a few survivors. The story is set in 2073, sixty years after the plague, and is narrated by an old man who is one of the last people alive who remembers the pre-plague world. He attempts to impart his knowledge and memories to his grandsons, who have only known the primitive, post-apocalyptic world. The novel explores themes of civilization, knowledge, and the fragility of society.

This novel blends science fiction and fantasy, telling the story of two outcasts, a witch and a tech genius, who meet as children and then part ways, only to reunite as adults in a world teetering on the brink of catastrophe. As the planet faces environmental collapse and the threat of war, the pair must navigate their differences and their past to harness their extraordinary abilities. Their friendship becomes the key to survival, as they confront forces that could either save humanity or lead to its destruction, blurring the lines between magic and science in an uncertain future.

In a near-future, post-apocalyptic California, a young bicycle messenger named Chevette finds herself in possession of a pair of high-tech glasses that hold a valuable secret. As she becomes entangled in a dangerous game of corporate espionage and political conspiracy, she crosses paths with a former police officer turned private investigator named Rydell. Together, they navigate a gritty and visually stunning world filled with corrupt corporations, underground subcultures, and virtual reality technology, all while trying to protect the truth and survive the chaos around them.

This novel is a gripping tale set in the near future, focusing on a tech-savvy teenager in San Francisco who becomes embroiled in the aftermath of a terrorist attack. As the Department of Homeland Security begins to infringe on personal freedoms in the name of security, the protagonist and his friends use their knowledge of technology and hacking to fight back against the oppressive surveillance state. The story is a powerful exploration of privacy, freedom, and resistance, urging readers to question the balance between security and civil liberties in the digital age.