I look up into an alien sky. This is an extract from Alien Clay by Adrian Tchaikovsky (Tor, £10.99), thelatest pick for the New Scientist Book Club. Sign up and read along with us here ...

The smooth texture and calming sounds of the clay breaking create a soothing, almost hypnotic experience. YourVirals Posted: February 17, 2025 | Last updated: February 17, 2025 ...

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