Unholy Compromises
Tales from the Central Imperium
Published on 19. August 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
264 pages
978-1-969139-99-4 (ISBN)
Description
From acclaimed science fiction author Jan Kotoü comes a collection of brand new stories, plus an original novella, all set within his Central Imperium universe.
Since their ascension to the throne, Emperor Daniel Hankeron and his wife Empress Hila Eban have had many adventures. Their latest might be the most controversial yet. So controversial, in fact, that a reporter comes to the palace to get their version of the story. While telling their stories, the reporter soon learns some interesting pieces of lore of the Central Imperium that have never been previously revealed.
Fans of Kotoü's series, as well as readers of science fiction looking to discover a new universe to explore, will all find something to enjoy in this collection of tales.
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Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
434 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-969139-99-4 (9781969139994)
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Jan Kotoü has published over two dozen novels in his native Czech with many being translated into English. His original works include the epic sci-fi Central Imperium series, the Czech Lands alternative history series and the military sci-fi Hirano Sector series. He has contributed to numerous anthologies and universes including stories for the Honor Harrington series by David Weber or the 1632 universe by Eric Flint. He created the sci-fi setting and story background for the European Cybersecurity Challenge held in Prague in 2021. He is in charge of book-related program tracks on many conventions including Comic-Con Prague. He is also a lecturer at the Prague School of Creative Communication where he teaches writing workshops.