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A Bleak New Sci-Fi Novel Does ‘Severance’ for Immigration

Travis Corcoran's latest Sci-Fi novel, 'Red State Mars,' is both an adventure romp in space and a trenchant reflection on America's pioneer spirit.

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The FederalistNews report · May 26, 11:26 AM

New Sci-Fi Novel Tells A Very American Story On Mars

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Travis Corcoran's latest Sci-Fi novel, 'Red State Mars,' is both an adventure romp in space and a trenchant reflection on America's pioneer spirit.

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Christianity TodayNews report · May 26, 10:00 AM

A Bleak New Sci-Fi Novel Does ‘Severance’ for Immigration

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You’re going through airport security, rolling a suitcase behind you. You wish you’d packed a snack. You’re nauseous, smelling someone’s too-strong perfume in the line ahead. You’re definit...

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