Elsewhere

by Blue Cole

In the blink of an eye, humanity has reverted to a bestial level by “The Flash,” an energy pulse of unknown origin. All higher thought processes have been erased, removing every trace of civilization and culture and leaving these new creatures concerned with three feeding, fighting, and fornicating. The scramblers are merciless, swarming over everything and everyone in their path. Abigail and her brother, Aaron, are celebrating her 12th birthday at a popular restaurant with their parents. Cameron is working another Friday night behind the grill. Duke, a prison guard, has been placed on leave for abusing inmates. Recent reports from the media state that the sun has been behaving strangely; a stronger than normal solar storm is expected to hit the Earth over the next week. The four of them – Abigail, Aaron, Cameron, and Duke – survive the event, but those who were Flashed are different. They can’t speak. They can’t reason. They are no longer human, but still in human form. Their struggle for survival starts in their respective small towns, until they eventually face each other in Atlanta. But after a decade trying to survive in the city, it becomes obvious they need to move... Elsewhere

285 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 2, 2018

About the author

Blue Cole has been writing since he could grip a pencil. After almost 15 years of business ownership in and around Atlanta, Georgia he has returned to writing, at least part time. Some of his previous jobs include working as a pizza maker, performing drug and DNA tests, and selling children's clothes. He currently works for a state government.

His literary style is a Frankenstein-ish mix of genres, combining Sci-fi, Fantasy, Horror, Suspense, and even delving into satirical essays and historical fiction. His aim is to tell a good story, in any genre, at any length. Memorable characters in mind blowing concepts occupying believable settings characterize his work.

He has been published in anthologies and magazines. You can discover more at www.bluecole.com.