A Void

We came for glory.We came for love.We came for adventure. We landed on a tiny island not marked on any map. Small enough to see the opposite shore if you squinted. Barren. No birds. No trees. Only a single stone outcrop with a cave carved into it. Six of us Read more

By Jason Barat, ago

The Neon God

Kaching rang the bells of the slot machines. “Having any luck, friend?” a stranger asked as he pulled the lever for another spin. “Oh, I’m not playing,” I said. “Simply—observing.” “Who comes to a casino and doesn’t gamble?” he asked. “I suppose I do. Then again, the thrill of watching Read more

By Jason Barat, ago

Site and Writing Updates.

Hello, curious readers! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and that you’re heading into the new year feeling inspired. I wanted to share a few updates on the site, my writing, and what’s coming next. Site I’ve updated the roadmap and site banner to better reflect the overall Read more

By Jason Barat, ago

Saint N.I.C.

“Good afternoon, dear,” my mom said as her head appeared in the mirror above my kitchen sink. “How are you liking the new AI home assistant? Is your Network Interface Companion working well?” “Your head floating in my mirror is a bit disturbing,” I said, “but so far, I love Read more

By Jason Barat, ago

🚀 Launch Day: The Infinite Man Is Here!

After months of writing, editing, revising, and second-guessing every sentence… it’s finally here.My new novel, The Infinite Man, is officially available!👉 Grab your copy on Amazon This book has been a labor of love—and madness. It follows one man’s impossible journey through time, death, and the meaning of existence itself. Read more

By Jason Barat, ago