the First Draft of World: Some stories don’t just predict future — they write it

Mara, a sharp but jaded editor in near-future Vancouver, uncovers a shocking truth: the mysterious manuscript she's editing, "The Vancouver Chronos," doesn't just predict events actively shapes reality. In a city subtly controlled by AI-curated narratives, Mara discovers a hidden system manipulating the literary world, where every editorial stroke rewrite history itself. As she grapples with the fragile memories of her ailing parent, Mara must choose: preserve the carefully constructed present or expose a truth that could unravel society. This gripping sci-fi thriller explores the power of narrative, the ethics of AI, and the fight for free will in a world where stories dictate destiny. Discover a future where words hold ultimate power. Will Mara rewrite her own history, or become another casualty of a controlled reality?

Pages: 97, Paperback, Independently published