by admin | Jun 6, 2025 | Dystopian & Apocalyptic |
From California to the east coast, it rained across most of the continental United States. From Los Angeles to New York City, residents reported an odd, whitish-grey residue that coated everything.Cats groomed the residue from their bodies, because that’s what cats do, and then they turned to their feed bowls with increasing hunger.The most deadly biological weapon ever created had been unleashed. It was one that would effectively pit most forms of animal life against mankind.Humanity was immune to the growth hormone. However, exposed to massive doses, mankind was not immune to the chemical component of the compound that triggered the hyper aggression, nor was humanity immune to the appetite enhancer. By mid-February, violent mobs of enraged hungry people were rioting in the streets of every major city in the world. In American cities, some of these riots were sparked by angry pet owners who were outraged that the government was supposedly plotting to exterminate all dogs and cats as a preemptive measure to protect the population. Pet owners viewed the mandatory registration of all dogs and cats with government officials by the end of February as a prelude to that extermination effort. Other people, generally those who didn’t own pets, were supportive of the measures. This led to protests and counter protests, which quickly turned violent as the hyper aggressive groups clashed.In the months that followed, one by one, the governments of the world collapsed under the strain of trying to maintain order. Food production ground to a halt in most of the world as the men and women who’d been feeding the human race succumbed to the effects of massive exposure to the formula.As the governments collapsed, so did the infrastructures supporting the civilization of mankind. Mass transit, power generation, and water purification were among the first to fail, but they were quickly followed by oil and gasoline production.In six months, humanity plunged from the top of the food chain to a position near the center and the world would never be the same.This is a 112,500 word book that has numerous accompanying photographs to depict the scenes.
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by admin | Jun 5, 2025 | Literary |
“A darkly absurd tale of identity, regret, and rebirth.” — Publishers Weekly
What if everything that kept you stuck—fear, regret, memory—wasn’t holding you back, but shaping the story you were meant to live?
René is stuck—in a job that wears him down, in a life he never wanted, in a home that feels more like a waiting room than a place to live. Fear and regret have shaped his existence, leaving him paralyzed in the face of change. But when his estranged uncle delivers a letter from his recently deceased mother, everything shifts.
Inside the envelope lies a cryptic message about a hidden inheritance, a secret she took to her grave. At first, René approaches the matter reluctantly—tentatively tracing the edges of a mystery he barely understands. But what should be a straightforward search slowly dissolves into something more elusive: a tangle of old wounds, surreal detours, and emotional blind spots he’s spent a lifetime avoiding.
As reality blurs with dreams and his carefully laid plans unravel at every turn, René is forced to confront the one thing he’s never been able to face: himself.
The Night of the Animals is a slow-burning, introspective novel that blends absurdist fiction, dark humor, and stream-of-consciousness narration. Through fragmented recollections, metaphor-laden moments, and the looping logic of the anxious mind, it examines what it means to change when action itself feels impossible. A quiet reckoning disguised as escapism, it offers an inner epic—one where the real movement lies not in the events themselves, but in the consciousness they stir.
“The Night of the Animals is a fantastically unique tale that leans into massive anxiety, disillusionment, and the overwhelming weight of the past. Pascal’s keen attention to the nuances of family and the psychological troubles of his characters makes them feel incredibly real. Very highly recommended.”
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“Filled with irony, dark humor, and conflict. This is good escapist fare with an original and unpredictable ending.”
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“A meditative literary novel centered on grief, fractured family dynamics, and existential inertia. It offers vivid language, a dark sense of humor, and detailed introspection through its protagonist, René. The writing shows great intelligence and ambition.”
— Booksprout Early Reviewer
“A compelling, melancholic and unforgettable journey”
— Booksprout Early Reviewer
“The characters will rattle around in your brain.”
— Booksirens Early Reviewer
“Between the metaphorical depth that gave profound power to everyday moments and the dark humor that pulled me further in, Night of the Animals is written with a level of skill many writers won’t attain.”
— Booksirens Early Reviewer
“This book feeds the soul. It’s so different and original.”
— Hiddengemsbooks Early Reviewer
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by Philip Eliot | Jun 3, 2025 | Advice & How-To |
Fuel Your Brain, Transform Your Recovery
Cravings, mood swings, and relapse don’t happen in isolation—they’re deeply connected to what’s happening in your brain. EAT! is your step-by-step guide to using food and supplements to repair the addicted brain, reduce cravings, and support lasting recovery.
For too long, recovery programs have overlooked one crucial factor: proper brain nutrition. Without the right fuel, the brain struggles to stabilize mood, manage stress, and resist triggers. EAT! introduces the Feeding Recovery System, a structured, evidence-based approach to restoring balance and making recovery sustainable.
What You’ll Discover in EAT!
Key 1: Feeding the Brain First is Crucial to the Recovery Process
Key 2: 5-Star Pro-Recovery Eating Plan
Key 3: Low Blood Sugar & Relapse
Key 4: Amino Acids are the Game Changer
Key 5: Central Nervous System Disorders: Many Influencers, Many Solutions
Key 6: Supporting Deep Sleep with Amino Acid Therapy and Lifestyle Changes
Key 7: Self-Care… Putting Yourself First!
And other resources
Amino Acids are the Game Changer!
“No shame, no blame: simply explanations on how your chemistry has gone awry and how to fix it with accessible solutions including food, lifestyle, and nutrients. There are precise and doable steps to address the issues successfully. Throughout the book, the playful illustrations lighten a topic that could otherwise be a downer. Even if you’re not in recovery, this book will help you to understand your own moods and your relationship to food, while giving you excellent tools for self-regulation. This book is a must read!”
– Hyla Cass, MD, Psychiatrist; Author 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health and Natural Highs
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by admin | Jun 2, 2025 | Advice & How-To |
Fuel Your Brain, Transform Your Recovery
Cravings, mood swings, and relapse don’t happen in isolation—they’re deeply connected to what’s happening in your brain. EAT! is your step-by-step guide to using food and supplements to repair the addicted brain, reduce cravings, and support lasting recovery.
For too long, recovery programs have overlooked one crucial factor: proper brain nutrition. Without the right fuel, the brain struggles to stabilize mood, manage stress, and resist triggers. EAT! introduces the Feeding Recovery System, a structured, evidence-based approach to restoring balance and making recovery sustainable.
What You’ll Discover in EAT!
Key 1: Feeding the Brain First is Crucial to the Recovery Process
Key 2: 5-Star Pro-Recovery Eating Plan
Key 3: Low Blood Sugar & Relapse
Key 4: Amino Acids are the Game Changer
Key 5: Central Nervous System Disorders: Many Influencers, Many Solutions
Key 6: Supporting Deep Sleep with Amino Acid Therapy and Lifestyle Changes
Key 7: Self-Care… Putting Yourself First!
And other resources
Amino Acids are the Game Changer!
“No shame, no blame: simply explanations on how your chemistry has gone awry and how to fix it with accessible solutions including food, lifestyle, and nutrients. There are precise and doable steps to address the issues successfully. Throughout the book, the playful illustrations lighten a topic that could otherwise be a downer. Even if you’re not in recovery, this book will help you to understand your own moods and your relationship to food, while giving you excellent tools for self-regulation. This book is a must read!”
– Hyla Cass, MD, Psychiatrist; Author 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health and Natural Highs
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by Philip Eliot | May 24, 2025 | Science Fiction |
For many billions of years, humans—having conquered the curse of aging—spread throughout the entire Milky Way. They are able to live all their dreams, but to their great disappointment, no other intelligent species has ever been encountered. Now, humanity itself is on the brink of extinction because the universe is dying a protracted yet inevitable death. They have only one hope: The ‘Rescue Project’ was designed to feed the black hole in the center of the galaxy until it becomes a quasar, delivering much-needed energy to humankind during its last breaths. But then something happens that no one ever expected—and humanity is forced to look at itself and its existence in an entirely new way.
Hard Science Fiction.
