--- product_id: 7336245 title: "The Mad Scientist's Guide to World Domination: Original Short Fiction for the Modern Evil Genius" price: "S$25" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/7336245-the-mad-scientists-guide-to-world-domination-original-short-fiction store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # The Mad Scientist's Guide to World Domination: Original Short Fiction for the Modern Evil Genius **Price:** S$25 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Mad Scientist's Guide to World Domination: Original Short Fiction for the Modern Evil Genius - **How much does it cost?** S$25 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/7336245-the-mad-scientists-guide-to-world-domination-original-short-fiction) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Blockbuster anthology of original evil genius stories by bestselling authors with a maniacal glint in their eye. From Victor Frankenstein to Lex Luthor, from Dr. Moreau to Dr. Doom, readers have long been fascinated by insane plans for world domination and the madmen who devise them. Typically, we see these villains through the eyes of good guys. This anthology, The Mad Scientist's Guide to World Domination , however, explores the world of mad scientists and evil geniuses―from their own wonderfully twisted point of view. An all-star roster of bestselling authors―including Diana Gabaldon, Daniel Wilson, Austin Grossman, Naomi Novik, and Seanan McGuire…twenty-two great storytellers all told―have produced a fabulous assortment of stories guaranteed to provide readers with hour after hour of high-octane entertainment born of the most megalomaniacal mayhem imaginable. Everybody loves villains. They're bad; they always stir the pot; they're much more fun than the good guys, even if we want to see the good guys win. Their fiendish schemes, maniacal laughter, and limitless ambition are legendary, but what lies behind those crazy eyes and wicked grins? How―and why―do they commit these nefarious deeds? And why are they so set on taking over the world? If you've ever asked yourself any of these questions, you're in luck: It's finally time for the madmen's side of the story. Review: Good fun, with one exception - Bottom line first: This anthology IS worth your time and money. If you are a fan of SF (and if you are reading a review about this book, you are ...) this is a fun read, with enough good stories to keep you reading and asking for more. You THINK you know the plot - Evil mad scientist plots something big and horrible, complete with Lightning/sparks/robots/ and hero thwarts him. But these stories still manage to add twists and surprises (would you have guessed at a Political-science "Mad scientist" plotting world domination? I didn't think so.) In addition, Many stories add in a humor layer for extra fun. The one exception is Diana Gabaldon's story "The space between". Quality of writing aside (see below) this story, which takes up about 20% of the book, simply does not belong in this anthology, and sticks out like a sore thumb. "Mad Scientist" is a Science-Fiction concept. Fantasy-based stories struggle to fit. this story simply does not have any scientist or science, mad or otherwise. Even the sort-of-science mentioned (Alchemy) is really a very minor plot device, and while reading the story you keep asking yourself - why is this story here? I had the additional issue of simply not liking the way this story is written. I found it slow and long-winded, and I found myself fighting the urge to skip ahead and get to the point, if I could find it. I realize Ms. Gabaldon is a best-selling author with MANY fans, but it turns out I am not one of them - at least not by this story. I am an avid, compulsive reader. I wil read EVRYTHING. I read the labels on food containers at dinner. When I have to fight the urge to read LESS of a story, I know it's not my cup of tea. My taste - no offence to Ms. Gabaldon, and her many fans. Review: Mad scientists unite! - I was surprised at how good most of the stories were. I really enjoyed the different writing styles, and the way the authors portrayed evil geniuses under a new light. As a science fiction fan, I find it refreshing to see a new outlook in the whole concept of good vs evil. Most of the stories were solid (character description, plot, etc...), and captured my attention to the end, there were only a couple of them (I won't say which) I could've done without. And although I REALLY enjoyed Diana Gabaldon's The space between, I felt that it didn't belong in this anthology. Overall a really good book, I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys short stories and to those who were always rooting for the bad guy instead of the superhero! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #375,134 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #586 in Fantasy Anthologies #589 in Science Fiction Anthologies (Books) #1,411 in Science Fiction Short Stories | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 217 Reviews | ## Images ![The Mad Scientist's Guide to World Domination: Original Short Fiction for the Modern Evil Genius - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81sj-gm1v-L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good fun, with one exception *by M***R on August 14, 2013* Bottom line first: This anthology IS worth your time and money. If you are a fan of SF (and if you are reading a review about this book, you are ...) this is a fun read, with enough good stories to keep you reading and asking for more. You THINK you know the plot - Evil mad scientist plots something big and horrible, complete with Lightning/sparks/robots/ and hero thwarts him. But these stories still manage to add twists and surprises (would you have guessed at a Political-science "Mad scientist" plotting world domination? I didn't think so.) In addition, Many stories add in a humor layer for extra fun. The one exception is Diana Gabaldon's story "The space between". Quality of writing aside (see below) this story, which takes up about 20% of the book, simply does not belong in this anthology, and sticks out like a sore thumb. "Mad Scientist" is a Science-Fiction concept. Fantasy-based stories struggle to fit. this story simply does not have any scientist or science, mad or otherwise. Even the sort-of-science mentioned (Alchemy) is really a very minor plot device, and while reading the story you keep asking yourself - why is this story here? I had the additional issue of simply not liking the way this story is written. I found it slow and long-winded, and I found myself fighting the urge to skip ahead and get to the point, if I could find it. I realize Ms. Gabaldon is a best-selling author with MANY fans, but it turns out I am not one of them - at least not by this story. I am an avid, compulsive reader. I wil read EVRYTHING. I read the labels on food containers at dinner. When I have to fight the urge to read LESS of a story, I know it's not my cup of tea. My taste - no offence to Ms. Gabaldon, and her many fans. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mad scientists unite! *by E***O on May 13, 2013* I was surprised at how good most of the stories were. I really enjoyed the different writing styles, and the way the authors portrayed evil geniuses under a new light. As a science fiction fan, I find it refreshing to see a new outlook in the whole concept of good vs evil. Most of the stories were solid (character description, plot, etc...), and captured my attention to the end, there were only a couple of them (I won't say which) I could've done without. And although I REALLY enjoyed Diana Gabaldon's The space between, I felt that it didn't belong in this anthology. Overall a really good book, I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys short stories and to those who were always rooting for the bad guy instead of the superhero! ### ⭐⭐⭐ A look back on what scared us then *by J***Y on March 22, 2013* Amusing read with no lack of "tongue in cheek" humor. It recounts the days of world threatening evil men and women who came into being in comic books, cartoons and SciFi pulp magazines. Our various evil doers did their best to overtake a confused frightened world and usually failed. Some continued to move forward against overwhelming odds but alas, history reveals that no caped villain has ever been sworn into higher office and his or her counterparts have not, as yet, been able to take control of our lives. If you were a SciFi buff in the 50s and 60s, get your copy of this book and chuckle along with the rest of us. For those of you born into the computer and instantaneous age of constant connection...well. I am not so sure born you would see the humor or even understand the desire to take over the world. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sg/products/7336245-the-mad-scientists-guide-to-world-domination-original-short-fiction](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/7336245-the-mad-scientists-guide-to-world-domination-original-short-fiction) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-10-10*