NOVELS
LIMINAL (literary/sci-fi thriller)
100,000 words; standalone with series potential)
It's not change if it was you all along.
Since the tragic loss of her father, Jade has dedicated her life to understanding what and when makes people here or there. When Jade hears mysterious, award-winning scientist Dr. Remy Barlowe is moving his research lab to New York City, she forces her way into his orbit, knowing collaboration with him is the only chance her theory on death can come to life. Desperate to prove her theory, Jade insists Remy guide her through her own near-death experience to extract the memories which flash before her eyes as she is dying, ultimately leading her to find the missing piece their technology needs. This moment inextricably links them together, making them realize they are standing on the edge of one of the greatest scientific discoveries with the potential to forever alter the trajectory of human existence.
With new confidence, Jade enlists her terminally-ill grandmother to participate in the experiment, catapulting Jade into a world of enlightenment, fame, and danger. Estranged from friends and family and blinded by her ambition, Jade begins to become untethered from her own reality as the risks of her research escalate rapidly. When past and future collide, Jade begins to question Dr. Barlowe's true intentions, forced to navigate the blurred, liminal space between life and death, perception and reality, and right and wrong in the world they created together, alone. In a final attempt to uncover the truth, Jade must convince Remy to do the experiment himself, revealing an outcome she could have never imagined. With the strength of her own resilience, Jade must reclaim her power and pick up the pieces while she wonders whether she was predator or prey all along.
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HUM (sci-fi thriller)
first draft
HUM tells the riveting journey through the mind of a man whose very essence undergoes a profound metamorphosis. Set against the backdrop of groundbreaking medical innovation, HUM unveils the consequences of a pioneering procedure designed to expand memory capacity. With the promise of transcending boundaries of intellect, the narrator is thrust into a sea of transformation where his former and future selves leave him to drown. With each gasp toward enlightenment, the narrator finds himself unable to resurface to the world he once knew. HUM pulls its readers into an exploration of the interplay between knowledge and wisdom.
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Where I Went When I Was Gone (sci-fi thriller)
first draft
Where I Went When I Was Gone weaves a mesmerizing tale of a man abruptly thrust into the realm of the unknown when death unexpectedly claims him. As his heart stutters back to life, he finds himself ensnared in the enigmatic space between existence and oblivion, embarking on a transcendent odyssey uniquely his own. While his body lies tethered to the mortal coil, his consciousness roams free, navigating a labyrinth of ethereal landscapes and surreal encounters that defy comprehension. Meanwhile, his anguished family clings to hope, suspended in the agonizing limbo between despair and anticipation, yearning for his return from the depths of this haunting twilight. Through evocative prose and spellbinding imagery, this captivating narrative unfolds a tapestry of wonder and mystery, inviting readers to ponder the ineffable mysteries that lie beyond the veil of life and death.
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The Monsters We Can’t See (YA)
first draft
The Monsters We Can't See delves into the shadowy depths of the monsters that lurk within the pages of children's stories, shedding light on their pervasive presence in our imaginations. Through the poignant narrative, readers are invited to join a mother on her courageous journey to confront her daughter's fears head-on, guiding her through the labyrinth of darkness by giving form and voice to the unnamed terrors that haunt her. As the mother and daughter navigate the murky waters of fear and uncertainty, they discover the power of naming the unnamable and the strength that comes from facing one's demons. With lyrical prose and heartfelt emotion, this compelling tale explores the transformative journey from fear to empowerment, leaving readers inspired to confront their own unseen monsters with courage and resilience.
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