Items related to Today I Am Carey
REMARKABLE DEBUT NOVEL FROM CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED AUTHOR MARTIN L. SHOEMAKER. Shoemaker proves why he has consistently been praised as one of the best story writers in SF today with this touching, thoughtful, action-packed debut novel, based on his award-winning short story Today I am Paul.
Mildred is dying of Alzheimer's Disease. As her memories fade, she requires the aid of a full-time android to assist her in her everyday life. The android's duty: to tend to Mildred as Alzheimer's steals her away one memory at a time, and to pretend to be her absent family.
Soon, Mildred passes away, and the android Carey must find a new purpose in the world--and in its new family: Paul Owens, the overworked businessman. Susan Owens, the dedicated teacher. And Millie, a curious little girl who will grow up alongside her android best friend. As the humans around it age and change, Carey struggles to understand life's challenges and to make its own path. Carey must learn to live. To grow. To care.
Today I Am Carey is a story about life . . . and an android's memories.
Advance praise for Today I Am Carey:
"Martin Shoemaker proves conclusively that while a science fiction novel must have the trappings of science fiction, it is at its strongest when it is about people, even an artificial (but emotional) person named Carey."--Mike Resnick
"A dazzling ride through the near future. I enjoyed it thoroughly. I've never seen anything remotely like it."--Jack McDevitt
"Martin Shoemaker is a rare writer who can handle the challenges of dealing with future technology while touching the human heart. This is a must-read!"--David Farland, New York Times Best-selling Author
Praise for the work of Martin L. Shoemaker:
"Martin Shoemaker's 'Black Orbit' is a more conventional Analog adventure, and a very good example of such . . . a really solid story." -- Rich Horton, Locus Online
"['Bookmarked'] is an exceptional example of how to discuss deep moral and philosophical issues while maintaining a tight narrative that brings the reader along. This story will be added to the required readings for my SF classes." - Robert L Turner III, Tangent Online
Mildred is dying of Alzheimer's Disease. As her memories fade, she requires the aid of a full-time android to assist her in her everyday life. The android's duty: to tend to Mildred as Alzheimer's steals her away one memory at a time, and to pretend to be her absent family.
Soon, Mildred passes away, and the android Carey must find a new purpose in the world--and in its new family: Paul Owens, the overworked businessman. Susan Owens, the dedicated teacher. And Millie, a curious little girl who will grow up alongside her android best friend. As the humans around it age and change, Carey struggles to understand life's challenges and to make its own path. Carey must learn to live. To grow. To care.
Today I Am Carey is a story about life . . . and an android's memories.
Advance praise for Today I Am Carey:
"Martin Shoemaker proves conclusively that while a science fiction novel must have the trappings of science fiction, it is at its strongest when it is about people, even an artificial (but emotional) person named Carey."--Mike Resnick
"A dazzling ride through the near future. I enjoyed it thoroughly. I've never seen anything remotely like it."--Jack McDevitt
"Martin Shoemaker is a rare writer who can handle the challenges of dealing with future technology while touching the human heart. This is a must-read!"--David Farland, New York Times Best-selling Author
Praise for the work of Martin L. Shoemaker:
"Martin Shoemaker's 'Black Orbit' is a more conventional Analog adventure, and a very good example of such . . . a really solid story." -- Rich Horton, Locus Online
"['Bookmarked'] is an exceptional example of how to discuss deep moral and philosophical issues while maintaining a tight narrative that brings the reader along. This story will be added to the required readings for my SF classes." - Robert L Turner III, Tangent Online
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Martin L. Shoemaker is a programmer who writes on the side... or maybe it’s the other way around. Programming pays the bills, but his second-place story in the Jim Baen Memorial Writing COntest earned him lunch with Buzz Aldrin. Programming never did that! His Clarkesworld story “Today I Am Paul” received the Washington Science Fiction Society's Small Press Award, and was also nominated for a Nebula Award. It has been reprinted in multiple Year's Best anthologies and has been translated into eight languages.
Others of his stories have appeared in Analog, Galaxy’s Edge, Digital Science Fiction, Forever Magazine, and Writers of the Future Volume 31. His novella “Murder on the Aldrin Express” was reprinted in Year’s Best Science Fiction Thirty-First Annual Collection and in Year’s Top Short SF Novels 4. His novelette “Racing to Mars” received the Analog Analytical Laboratory Award.
Others of his stories have appeared in Analog, Galaxy’s Edge, Digital Science Fiction, Forever Magazine, and Writers of the Future Volume 31. His novella “Murder on the Aldrin Express” was reprinted in Year’s Best Science Fiction Thirty-First Annual Collection and in Year’s Top Short SF Novels 4. His novelette “Racing to Mars” received the Analog Analytical Laboratory Award.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherBaen
- Publication date2019
- ISBN 10 1481483846
- ISBN 13 9781481483841
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages336
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 27.45
Shipping:
US$ 3.25
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00043216943
Buy Used
US$ 4.33
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: good. Minimal signs of wear. Corners and cover may show wear. May contain highlighting and or writing. May be missing dust jacket. May not include supplemental materials. May be a former library book. Seller Inventory # DBV.1481483846.G
Buy Used
US$ 4.45
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Published by
Baen Books
(2019)
ISBN 10: 1481483846
ISBN 13: 9781481483841
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 19131239-6
Buy Used
US$ 5.93
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Published by
Baen Books
(2019)
ISBN 10: 1481483846
ISBN 13: 9781481483841
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 18139840-6
Buy Used
US$ 5.93
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.88. Seller Inventory # G1481483846I3N00
Buy Used
US$ 6.44
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.88. Seller Inventory # G1481483846I3N10
Buy Used
US$ 6.44
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Seller:
Rating
Book Description paperback. Condition: Good. This item shows signs of wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact , but may have aesthetic issues such as small tears, bends, scratches, and scuffs. Spine may also show signs of wear. Pages may include some notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # 4BQGBJ00WJ5A_ns
Buy Used
US$ 6.56
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Seller:
Rating
Book Description paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_354035222
Buy Used
US$ 4.00
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Good condition. This is the average used book, that has all pages or leaves present, but may include writing. Book may be ex-library with stamps and stickers. 0.8. Seller Inventory # 353-1481483846-gdd
Buy Used
US$ 9.88
Convert currency
Stock Image
Today I Am Carey
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Soft cover. Condition: Good. There is light wear around the corners. Seller Inventory # 131763
Buy Used
US$ 8.00
Convert currency