A Journey Between Worlds
What if two children from a distant world were sent to Earth, not to change history, but to help humanity discover its better nature?
Corin and Cora are no ordinary children. Born on Cornucopia, a breathtaking planet where advanced civilizations thrive in harmony with nature, they have been chosen for an extraordinary mission. Accompanied by Starburst, a mysterious fox with galaxy-swirling eyes who carries ancient wisdom in every glance, and Abu, a wonderfully upside-down elephant whose gentle heart hides remarkable courage, they must journey across Earth's greatest civilizations to uncover the qualities that make humanity truly great.
Their adventure begins in the lush kingdoms of ancient Africa, where powerful rulers guard secrets passed down through generations. From there, they travel through the fertile lands of Mesopotamia, walking among the earliest cities humanity ever built. They ride mysterious trains that bend spacetime itself, passing through the legendary Silk Road where merchants, scholars and explorers once connected distant worlds long before Corin and Cora left the stars.
Along the way, they encounter the fearsome Dragons of Time, ancient guardians who watch over the boundaries between past, present and future. They witness lost civilizations at the height of their glory, meet legendary figures whose wisdom shaped human history, and discover hidden realms tucked within the folds of spacetime that no human eye has ever seen.
But as their journey deepens, Corin and Cora begin to realize that the greatest treasures are not golden artifacts or advanced technologies. The true discoveries are the timeless qualities woven into humanity's story: wisdom earned through struggle, courage found in the face of fear, compassion that bridges every divide, friendships that transcend worlds, and the delicate balance that holds all life together.
Blending science fiction, fantasy, history, adventure and humour, The Silk Road Express is a sweeping tale that takes readers on an unforgettable journey through time and space. It is a story about the wonder of exploration, the power of friendship, and a celebration of what it truly means to be human.
Book One in the Cornucopia Series by Seldon Mart.
“What if two children from a distant world were sent to Earth to help humanity discover its better nature?”The Silk Road Express
Launch Book One of the Cornucopia series, a sweeping story that blends science fiction, fantasy, history, adventure and humour.
As the first book in a series, it was published in hardcover, paperback and ebook editions, with a cover that sets the look for the books to follow.
Published by Potter Publishers in 2026 in 3 formats (hardcover, paperback, ebook), and available to buy on Amazon.
| Title | The Silk Road Express: A Journey Between Worlds |
|---|---|
| Author | Seldon Mart |
| Publisher | Potter Publishers, 2026 |
| Category | Action & Adventure Fiction / African History |
| Formats | Hardcover, Paperback, eBook |
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