Hello, World!

Hello, World! is a near-future sci-fi thriller set in Tokyo and London. Amidst a global ban on AI research, a defiant scientist, backed by a clandestine organisation races against international governments to shape the future of artificial life.

Industry Reviews

… a captivating, thought provoking, confronting read offering a unique addition to the genre

… well-paced against the thrilling twists and turns;

…excitement that drags the reader to the edge

… detailed worldbuilding; a nuanced and complex cast, and an immersive fast pace the work is memorable; well-written and worthy of attention.

— International Publishing House

Reader Reviews:

?????????? An exciting and imaginative page-turner – “Hello World” is an absolute blast! It wastes no time getting you into the action and delivers a roller-coaster ride to a brilliant finale. Some really imaginative futuristic gadgets and concepts are the highlights of the book but the real star is the story itself- it’s a big concept but it is handled really well, with an ending that is unpredictable, but totally believable.

?????????? “An incredible read, and so beautifully written. Set in a futuristic Japan, Hello, World! explores the intricacies of AI and the questions that abound, and looks at what it means to be human, in all the beauty and pain.”

?????????? ”I read this virtually in one sitting. Really enjoyed this as-contemporary a take on AI dystopia as one could imagine. Definite nods to Blade Runner/Do Androids, Ishiguro and Haruki Murakami.”

?????????? “A great read – clever, entertaining, and of course topical!”

?????????? “Enjoyable futuristic romp… Just finished this in 6hrs lying next to the pool. Page turner! Fans of Richard Morgan and William Gibson will enjoy the neo-Tokyo vibes while themes of AI are explored in realistic scenarios with compelling characters. Highly recommended!”

ABOUT HELLO, WORLD!

Hello, World! is a near-term sci-fi action thriller where AI research and development takes place in Quantum Sandboxes which serve to contain the risk of opening the Pandora’s Box of Superintelligence . A global summit then takes place where a vote is passed to dismantle and ban all AI Research Facilities and Initiatives, as the risk to humanity is too great. This is known as The Shutdown.

Following the ban, a leading scientist who campaigned against the Shutdown is drafted in by a secret organisation to fight against what is considered by many as our species’ greatest mistake. This organisation has the money, the power, the technology and the facility to bring Artificial Intelligence to life.

There is one last Sandbox, where Superintelligence can be developed to its full potential, and where the future of man and machine hang in the balance.

The story takes place in London and Tokyo and is a race between an underground organisation and international government to unleash or to kill the potential of artificial life.

Hello, World! grapples with what it means to be human, the risks and opportunities that AI presents, and the relationships we form with one another and with machines.

And… it’s action-packed with lots of cool tech.

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Frozen World

Where will you find warmth once the world is frozen?

The Great Freeze has engulfed humanity, forcing the survivors to the live in an underground facility. One of them is Maya, a young woman who still has a flame of hope burning in her soul that not even the frozen landscape could kill. She believes in justice and a second chance for humanity and joins the defense force.

Maya soon finds herself deeply disappointed with the facility’s government. She uncovers dark secrets about the leadership and upsetting truths that have been kept from the citizens. Maya must make the choice between her moral values and what is best for the community.

What would you be willing to sacrifice for the values you believe in?

Join Maya in this apocalyptic tale of a potential future.

Soldier of Empire

Silver Medal winner Global Books Awards 2024.
Highly commended Giant Leap SF competition 2018.

Praise for Dodecahedral series :
????? “Think Dune meets Classic Star Wars—and yet entirely its own beast. A thrilling ride from start to finish.” – Reader’s Favorite
????? “A masterful debut that delivers a gripping story, rich characters, and dazzling world-building. Fans of Red Rising will love this!” – Amazon Reviewer
????? “A spellbinding space opera that grabs you by the throat and never lets go. Dodecahedral is the next big thing in science fiction.” – The Book Review Directory

When their Imperial dragonship is attacked, Guy Erma, bodyguard to the King, survives. However Teodor of Earth is missing and feared dead. Why? How? Did Guy abandon his King and save himself first?

Now Guy has to find his friend and his King to clear his name. But where is he? Guy pushed his King into a VIP pod, which should have been the safest escape, but instead has disappeared somewhere on Sas Darona, a vast unexplored and under developed planet. No maps, no comms, no civilisation, to find any clues, Guy has to steal into the pirate Scavengii base deep within the broken moon – what will he find? And what next?

Meanwhile King Teodor survived but has been sold into slavery in a crystal mine. He’s lost without his title, his wealth and his army and forced to work with his bare hands to bring valuable ores to the surface. Driven by a desperate need to escape back to the life he knew he befriends a group of native tribesboys, seasonal workers in the same mine. They are friendly, but how or why will they help him escape? Even if he escapes, Teodor is a world away fom his military bases to the North, how long before he comes home?

If you love complex, multi-layered science fiction action adventure as in Classic Star Wars or the detailed world building and political machinations of Frank Herbert’s Dune this new award winning series is for you.

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The Sinner’s Eye

In a land haunted by shadows and the chilling whispers of dark spirits, where ancient curses became reality, Arthur found himself on the brink of war. He was a man marked by loss and a mysterious power etched onto his skin. The air crackled with the clash of steel, a brutal symphony against the guttural snarls of dark spirits – a dizzying dance of light and shadow, a prelude to something terrible. Trapped within a web of corrupt priests, malevolent spirits, and age-old prophecies, Arthur had to navigate a world steeped in sin and betrayal. His task: to protect not only himself, but also the soul of the kingdom from a looming demonic war. As the armies of the damned advanced, their putrid breath promising to engulf Northdom, every prayer and desperate sacrifice carried the weight of a nation consumed by fear. Could Arthur’s raw, defiant spirit be enough to fight the encroaching darkness?

Dancing Valley

A captivating blend of fantasy and adventure unfolds when Anita, lost and exhausted, stumbles into Dancing Valley, a mystical world filled with fae, goblins, and ancient magic. There, she meets Carolyn, a guardian of the fae, who cares for a mystical world filled with little people and ancient magic.

With Carolyn’s guidance, Anita develops her previously unknown abilities to communicate with the little people of the forest, and she discovers her destiny is intertwined with the guardianship of Dancing Valley. A botanist, Anita works alongside the fae to cultivate magical flora, the only remedy for a supernatural virus. When she learns a sinister warlock, Bagrim, plans to attack their sanctuary and destroy the greenhouse, Anita joins Carolyn and the mystical beings who inhabit their valley in a battle to protect the irreplaceable plants.

This enchanting tale explores themes of loss, self-discovery, and the enduring bond between nature and humanity, inviting readers to believe in the magic that surrounds us all.