Humans have been extinct for millennia. In the eyes of the Holy Quailu Empire, that makes Eth a product rather than a person – a lifeform protected only by his replacement value.But he’s a product that’s good at his job. Leading a raid in a neighboring system, Eth and his team of combat specialists uncover a secret that gives their owner leverage over his enemies. As their lord rises through the ranks of the nobility, the Humans are drawn along with him but nothing is ever as good as it looks. They’re making enemies along the way.And they’ve discovered a new strength that makes them a threat to the Quailu…“Human is the first book in Andrew Claymore’s new military sci-fi space opera series. If you like intrigue, underdogs and desperate, scrambling space-battles, then this fast-paced captivating alien-empire adventure is for you.”Buy this book and immerse yourself in this epic new series today!

Book 3 in the Rebels and Patriots seriesThough the worlds of the Imperium became a nightmare of oppression, the lost colonies have modeled themselves on an ancient dream of democracy and freedom. Imperial Inspector Paul Grimm and Marine General Julia Urbica turn their backs on the Imperium and, in the colonies, they find something worth fighting for. Bordering both the Imperium and the aliens of the Gray Quorum, the colonies have managed to thrive despite the menacing shadows of their neighbors but it has always been a precarious existence. In seizing their one chance at true independence, the worlds of the colonies might just lose everything. The Gray Matter is a high-stakes tale of intrigue, atrocity and inter-species conflict – a universe tumbling toward war, ascendancy and decline. (Approx 93,000 words)**

A Black Ships Novella - Book 2.1 in the 'Black Ships' SeriesDetective Sergeant Ben Mark's life is falling apart. It's been a long, painful process for years but the pace has just accelerated dramatically. A suicide turns into the case from Hell as Ben realizes that Dr. Mortensen was the victim of foul play. And he may not be the last. Ben's own life is in danger as he struggles desperately to uncover what Gaia Biodesign is doing on their orbital lab, and why they are willing to kill to keep it quiet. As he races to uncover the truth, he learns that the entire species may be the next victim. Just as humanity is finally reaching for the stars, a terrible mistake may knock us back into the Stone Age.If anyone is left alive... (approx 18,000 words)**

The Orphan Alliance (The Black Ships #3)An unlikely alliance of Humans and Midgaard has seized a foothold in the Dactari Republic only to be cut off from all support. For three years, our fleet has heard nothing from Earth except for an automated message warning of a highly virulent infection. Now, a lone ship has appeared bearing fear, pestilence and hope and its presence forces a decision on fleet command. We can destroy the ship and all the potential it represents, choosing instead to play out the hand already dealt to us, almost certainly leading to a steady decline in personnel. Our only other option is to embrace the deadly gift carried by the Pandora and become something new. With Earth at its most vulnerable, a decision must be made. And the fight must go on. (94,000 words)**

Book Four in the Black Ships Series Fifteen decades after his execution, Callum McKinnon is still paying his debt to Humanity. Though officially dead, his true punishment is a life of permanent exile posing as a Tauhentan ex-patriot on enemy worlds. In a post-plague universe, his lifespan is now dramatically longer, but he will never again be allowed to set foot on Earth. He travels among the worlds of the Dactari fringe, stirring up unrest to draw troops away from the Alliance frontier. When he comes face to face with another of history’s relics, he decides to start writing his own orders and the results have a far greater impact than anyone could have expected. The way forward is far from certain and it hinges on the relationship between Callum and his new friend. They will have to gamble everything if they want to tie their lost threads back into the fabric of fate. (approx 83,000 words)**

A Black Ships Short Story SAS Captain, Liam Kennedy escapes from captivity only to find London has become an economic warzone. The global economy is crumbling as humanity prepares to defend against a mysterious presence on Mars. In the chaos of London's infamous 'Sector 1' Liam must become the leader he fears he can’t be, or risk losing what little family he has left. (Approx 11,000 words)