Alex Shvartsman's Speculative Fiction

This book is a space opera take on Candide written as a series of Futurama episodes. Coming July 28, 2026 in hardcover, trade paperback, mass market paperback, and audiobook formats!

Far From Now, In a Galaxy Really, Really Close…

The last denizens of Earth, aka Planet Dirt, have a problem. Their protective force shield is breaking, which will mean annihilation. Now it’s up to a small group of intrepid dilettantes to procure a new one.

From planet to planet, danger to danger, and stupid choice to stupid choice, the team blunders their way across the galaxy, trying to save the day and survive the trip.

Don’t let the Call to Adventure go to voicemail. Follow the corgis!

Cover art by Ethemos. Cover design by Cauldron Press.

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