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A Walter & Eleanor Story

Antarctic Honeymoon

A Honeymoon. A New Beginning. A Discovery That Could Change the World.

Walter and Eleanor Gresham have survived imprisonment, assault from dark magic, and journeys beyond Earth itself. Their psychic wounds and real-world duties weigh heavy. They have established themselves as leaders and adventurers—but are still struggling to build a life as husband and wife.

Now it’s time for their Earth Wedding.

As they embark on their honeymoon aboard the aethership Endeavor, both hope to leave old wounds and current burdens behind.

Their destination is Antarctica.

Their journey becomes something far greater.

Hidden beyond storm-wracked seas lies an impossible island lost to history. Towering forests, prehistoric creatures, and ancient ecosystems flourish in secret behind forbidding cliffs that have concealed their existence for centuries. At the island’s heart stands evidence of a design no natural process could have created—a mystery that challenges everything humanity thinks it knows about the world.

As scientific curiosity becomes a race for understanding, Walter and Eleanor find themselves confronting dangers both ancient and new. Yet amid the wonder, the peril, and the discoveries that could reshape civilization, they discover something even more valuable: the strength found in a marriage built on trust, sacrifice, and shared purpose.

Antarctic Honeymoon combines steampunk adventure, lost-world exploration, scientific mystery, and a heartfelt love story into a journey filled with wonder, danger, discovery, and hope.

If you enjoy:

Steampunk airships and invention
Lost worlds and ancient secrets
Dinosaurs and prehistoric ecosystems
Exploration and scientific discovery
Strong marriages and character-driven relationships
The spirit of Jules Verne, classic scientific romance, and grand adventure

then you’ll love Antarctic Honeymoon.

They went on a honeymoon. They found a lost world.

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Meet Malcolm

Malcolm T. Upton writes speculative fiction at the crossroads of steampunk, alternate history, and space opera. He’s the kind of author who does his homework – weaving real historical events into stories that feel both wonderfully familiar and completely new.

When he’s not launching characters into orbit, he’s a speaker, marketer, and productivity obsessive with two nonfiction books under his belt.

His readers describe his work as “fun,” “adventurous,” and – most often – “I thought it ended too soon.”

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“A stellar showing for this author’s first fiction book. I liked the historical aspects at the start to set up the character’s future adventures in the series. I thought it ended too soon, and can’t wait for the next one.”

Michele Reinhardt Artemis Rising

“Fun book! If you like historical spacecraft adventures, this is the book for you!”

Kristin’s Favorite FindsArtemis Rising

“Adventure, a bit of romance, science fantasy. Malcolm uses historical events to influence the story – and the plans keep changing for good reasons.”

Isaac U. Celestial Accord

Artemis Rising is a very well-written and highly entertaining novel. Though a steampunk work of fiction, many aspects have a basis in history and science. I often found myself researching the details and individuals mentioned, uncovering fascinating tidbits I hadn’t known before. Its rich storytelling makes Artemis Rising a must-read. Highly recommended

Rick T.Artemis Rising

A phenomenal follow-up to the first book in this series. This one was difficult to put down… Eagerly awaiting book 3!

Michele ReinhardtCelestial Accord

Just finished this one and I was seriously impressed. I just wanted to keep right on going with what was happening! And there are some bad guys i am very, very curious about. Thanks for writing this- looking forward to book 2!

Emily M.Artemis Rising