Books like Remain Alert by Kate Sheeran Swed

Rem ain Alert pulls readers into a quartet of speculative adventures set against the backdrop of space travel that feels both familiar and wildly imaginative. In “Chosen,” a generational vessel returns to Earth after an unspecified disaster, testing the limits of survival and humanity. “Ugly Earthling” follows an ambitious chef who attempts to propel her culinary ambitions across the stars, turning the kitchen into a cosmic battlefield. “It’s All Fun and Games Until Someone Usurps the Galaxy” presents a Supreme Galactic Emperor grappling with an ambitious construction endeavor that threatens the delicate balance of power. Each story blends absurdity with poignant moments of loss and redemption, exploring how second chances can save not only individuals but entire worlds. Swed’s writing balances humor with earnest speculation, making the cosmos feel both accessible and richly detailed.

First publish date: 2022