Backyard Starship, Book 1: Volume 1
Destiny is Calling
Will be published approx. on 22. September 2026
Book
Hardback
606 pages
978-1-63849-386-0 (ISBN)
Description
What would you do if you inherited a starship? Embark on the adventure of a lifetime in this best-selling and fast-paced science fiction thrill ride, BACKYARD STARSHIP, Book 1.
Van Tudor spent his childhood on his grandfather's farm, listening to fantastic stories of spaceships and monsters, princesses and galactic knights, and empires. He thought they were all made up, only meant to entertain...until the day he inherited the family farm and discovered the real truth: that the old man really was a legendary starship pilot and every adventure really did happen.
Now, hidden beneath the old barn, Van's legacy awaits, as he discovers his true inheritance: a starship not of this world. With the help of an android bird named Perry, who doubles a combat AI, Van takes his first steps into the wider galaxy and sets out for the stars in search of answers. He soon finds that space is far busier and more dangerous than he could have ever imagined.
Destiny is calling. His grandfather's legacy awaits.
If you're a fan of found spaceships and galactic quests for glory, this Dragon Award Nominated novel from USA Today Bestselling Author J.N. Chaney and Terry Maggert might just be the story you've been waiting for.
For Fans of: The Expanse, The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, The Murderbot Diaries (Martha Wells), Firefly, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Old Man's War (John Scalzi), Expeditionary Force (Craig Alanson), and Guardians of the Galaxy.
PRAISE FOR BACKYARD STARSHIP
"A throwback to classic adventure stories from the heyday of science fiction. You'll never want to leave."- Nicholas Sansbury Smith, New York Times Bestselling author of Hell Divers
"A rollicking tale of action, galactic intrigue, and unrelenting, unadulterated fun."- Jonathan P. Brazee, Nebula Award Nominated author of Federation Marine
"The kind of fun, adventurous, wildly entertaining romp you love to read again and again."- Jeffery H. Haskell, author of Against all Odds
"From a quiet Iowa farm to the wild frontiers of the galaxy, Backyard Starship is packed with memorable characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and thrilling action."- Rick Partlow, author of the Drop Trooper Series
Van Tudor spent his childhood on his grandfather's farm, listening to fantastic stories of spaceships and monsters, princesses and galactic knights, and empires. He thought they were all made up, only meant to entertain...until the day he inherited the family farm and discovered the real truth: that the old man really was a legendary starship pilot and every adventure really did happen.
Now, hidden beneath the old barn, Van's legacy awaits, as he discovers his true inheritance: a starship not of this world. With the help of an android bird named Perry, who doubles a combat AI, Van takes his first steps into the wider galaxy and sets out for the stars in search of answers. He soon finds that space is far busier and more dangerous than he could have ever imagined.
Destiny is calling. His grandfather's legacy awaits.
If you're a fan of found spaceships and galactic quests for glory, this Dragon Award Nominated novel from USA Today Bestselling Author J.N. Chaney and Terry Maggert might just be the story you've been waiting for.
For Fans of: The Expanse, The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, The Murderbot Diaries (Martha Wells), Firefly, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Old Man's War (John Scalzi), Expeditionary Force (Craig Alanson), and Guardians of the Galaxy.
PRAISE FOR BACKYARD STARSHIP
"A throwback to classic adventure stories from the heyday of science fiction. You'll never want to leave."- Nicholas Sansbury Smith, New York Times Bestselling author of Hell Divers
"A rollicking tale of action, galactic intrigue, and unrelenting, unadulterated fun."- Jonathan P. Brazee, Nebula Award Nominated author of Federation Marine
"The kind of fun, adventurous, wildly entertaining romp you love to read again and again."- Jeffery H. Haskell, author of Against all Odds
"From a quiet Iowa farm to the wild frontiers of the galaxy, Backyard Starship is packed with memorable characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and thrilling action."- Rick Partlow, author of the Drop Trooper Series
Reviews / Votes
"A throwback to classic adventure stories from the heyday of science fiction. You'll never want to leave." -- <b >Nicholas Sansbury Smith, <I>New York Times</I> Bestselling author of <i>Hell Divers</i></b> "A rollicking tale of action, galactic intrigue, and unrelenting, unadulterated fun." -- <b >Jonathan P. Brazee, Nebula Award Nominated author of <i>Federation Marine</i></b> "From a quiet Iowa farm to the wild frontiers of the galaxy, Backyard Starship is packed with memorable characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and thrilling action." -- <b >Rick Partlow, author of the Drop Trooper Series</b> "The kind of fun, adventurous, wildly entertaining romp you love to read again and again." -- <b >Jeffery H. Haskell, author of <I>Against all Odds</I></b>More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Vault Comics
Illustrations
No
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 152 mm
Weight
821 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-63849-386-0 (9781638493860)
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Persons
J. N. Chaney is a USA Today Bestselling author and has a Master's of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. He fancies himself quite the Super Mario Bros. fan. He migrates often, but was last seen in Las Vegas, NV. Any sightings should be reported, as they are rare.
Terry likes dragons, caffeine, space, giraffes, and books; order unimportant. Follow for new releases, and join the gang on Facebook at the Cosmic Cantina for a laugh or three. When he's not in the garden or typing, he's on the road. Say hi if you see him. He's friendly, unless he's hungry, but he's always eating, so it's generally safe to approach.
Terry likes dragons, caffeine, space, giraffes, and books; order unimportant. Follow for new releases, and join the gang on Facebook at the Cosmic Cantina for a laugh or three. When he's not in the garden or typing, he's on the road. Say hi if you see him. He's friendly, unless he's hungry, but he's always eating, so it's generally safe to approach.