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Behind The Cost of Survival The Cost of Survival is a science fiction thriller exploring the dark side of human nature from a world on the brink of destruction. Author J. L. Stowers asks the question, “What if humankind could no longer reproduce?” The answer is shockingly disturbing, but perhaps not too far from the truth if our dark history repeats itself. The main character, Walt Marshall, is cynical and distrustful of the very government who hired him. Yet he can’t say no to a once in a lifetime mission to a remote area devoid of the masses and their overwhelming use of technology. He makes his new home outside a military camp in a war-torn valley in hopes to restore the area to its once fruitful nature. However, Walt quickly realizes things aren’t what they seem. Walt stumbles upon an unspeakable secret regarding the truth as to why this valley was selected for colonization. Readers are emerged in Walt’s journey and internal conflict. The closer he gets to finding ...

Excerpts: Sharp left Turn          Meet Easton Wilder and Trystan Ashby           Chapter 1 A knock interrupts our playful moment. I look up. “Maddox.” I smile to hide my confusion. “Did we have an appointment?” He holds up a white paper bag. “I was just bringing lunch, if that’s okay.” I motion to Tasha, who’s just finished grabbing our trash. “I’m sorry. Tasha and I were just finishing up.” “Oh,” he says, his shoulders slumping. “Do you mind if I sit for a minute?” Tasha deposits the trash into the bin and turns to exit my office. “Hi, Maddox,” she says as she passes him before sending me a lifted brow over his shoulder.  Chapter 4 Weston, who’s always been overly emotional, basically snatches me from David’s grasp so he can offer his own hug. His voice is on the verge of tears as he speaks. “Cam looks so heartbreaking lying in there. Ryder and I came as soon as we heard.” He pulls away and holds me...