The Shadow That Endures Symphony: Second Movement

I am pleased to announce, that on 06/22/20, my latest novel, “More Than Alive: Death of an Idol,” will be released. More Than Alive is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud, sci-fi/paranormal novel set in Japan in the year 2042. This exciting new novel takes advantage of many of my experiences living in Japan.

Alice Suzuki (16) has recently passed away, making her eligible to be a harvester, a transporter of souls. For her first thread, she finds herself investigating the death of Akari, a Japanese idol who died playing a VR game while on enhancer, a drug that turns off the suspension of disbelief. Unfortunately, the shadow demon Solak, who was formerly constrained to killing people in their dreams, has learned that enhancer allows him to get around the limitations imposed by free will. Alice must join the Japanese idol group, of which Akari was a member. Her journey is one of learning the true nature of attachment, particularly in regards to love.

My poem “Benevolent Fire” as seen in the recently published, “Encounters with Kyoto: Writers in Kyoto Anthology 3.” English version on the left, Japanese on the right.

Please support local writers in Kyoto with your purchase of this important book.

Early 2020:

The Second Edition of The Shadow That Endures will be released on Kindle. Look forward to this new look at Fernando A. Torres’ first novel.

Mid 2020:

Look for the release of the sci-fi paranormal satire, More Than Alive. Set in Japan in the not too far off future, this humorous take on anime/manga tropes reveals a potent caution for dangerous in a world increasingly at odds with reality.

Late 2020:

The much requested audio book version of A Habit of Resistance will be released. Available at most audio book stores.