{"product_id":"crank-fm-volume-5-michael-mcgavin-9798180421036","title":"Crank-FM Volume 5: The War for Atlantis","description":"A late night broadcaster perched on a high balcony in the Shadow Precinct reports the truth no one else will touch: interdimensional conspiracies, alternate Earth incursions, underwater civilizations, psychic parasites, and the strange communities forming right under our noses. Drawn from \"lightly processed transcripts\" of the CRANK FM radio show, these stories blend cosmic horror, deadpan humor, and metaphysical world building into a serialized chronicle of a universe coming apart at the seams.\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConspiracy Theory of the Week\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe narrator examines the claim that nuclear weapons do not exist, arguing that governments profit from fear and distraction. He contrasts popular conspiracy theories with the far stranger reality of alternate Earths connected through a broken veil between worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReturn to Atlantis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsing an interdimensional transmitter, the narrator contacts an aquatic Earth where Atlantis evolved into an advanced underwater civilization. The Atlanteans seek allies to help defend their world from an Earth that plans to exploit their oceans and resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe War for Atlantis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA conflict erupts when an invading civilization attempts to seize Atlantis's resources. As multiple factions become involved, the Atlanteans deploy advanced technology and a powerful energy source that ultimately turns the tide of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrain Leech Devastation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fraudulent medical institute offers a treatment that claims to erase traumatic memories. Patients soon discover they have been implanted with parasitic creatures that consume memories, leading to devastating consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavily Fortified HOA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResidents with advanced off-world technology gradually settle in the same neighborhood, creating an unusually safe and prosperous community where crime virtually disappears.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBob Was Exiled to the Echo Planet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe narrator discovers a parallel world populated by mascots, fictional characters, and cultural icons brought to life through collective human imagination. There he learns how these beings continue to exist across dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAir Scooters Are Made for Pizza Runs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter acquiring a flying air scooter from an alternate Earth, the narrator uses it for everyday errands. His new vehicle soon attracts unwanted attention from authorities, leading to an unusual confrontation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots in Real Life\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn entrepreneur creates a controversial sport in which humans battle realistic combat robots. As the matches grow more dangerous, questions arise about whether the machines are simply malfunctioning-or something more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGodzilla Is a Villain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen Godzilla appears and attacks the city, the narrator realizes the monster has somehow crossed over from the Echo Planet. Armed with advanced technology, he sets out to stop the rampage and uncover who is responsible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThey Kidnapped Bob\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInvestigating the events behind the Godzilla attack, the narrator discovers that several famous Echo Planet residents have been abducted. His search leads him to an alternate Earth where an inventor has been using them for his own purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Michael McGavin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798180421036\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/06\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 80\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.26lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.17d","brand":"Michael McGavin","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49173559542015,"sku":"9798180421036","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/crank-fm-volume-5-michael-mcgavin-9798180421036","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}