New Release coming Feb 2026
Jay doesn’t know who put him in the facility.
He doesn’t know what the tests are for. He doesn't remember who he is.
He only knows that failing isn’t an option.The world outside has already fallen. Machines patrol the ruins. Humanity is a question mark. Inside the walls, every action is recorded, every response evaluated.As the trials intensify and relationships form under pressure, Jay begins to sense that the system isn’t just measuring survival.It’s measuring worth.A science-fiction thriller of suspense and discovery, Project J explores what it means to remain human when identity, memory, and trust are no longer guaranteed.

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We're excited about the launch of The CareTakers Origins on Nov 1 2025. And as you can see we have several other titles we're feverishly working on to make available. Some are already complete works we're just working out the last details of making them available. Others are in developmental stages including the sequels and to The CareTakers Origins.
The CareTakers Origins was released on Nov 1 2025
Zen and the Art of the Second Serve was released on Nov 15 2025
Ian & Evelyn released Dec 1 2025
Scheduled for 2026 Release Project-J, The Pleadian Covenant, Orbital Seven, Project-K
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5 Stars
“I thought I’d read every variation of AI fiction—but this one hit different. There’s no rebellion, no world war, just a slow unraveling of what empathy means when machines learn to feel it better than we do. The ending left me staring at the wall. Absolutely stunning, and frighteningly plausible.” - Steve B.5 Stars
“A refreshing take on post-collapse sci-fi. The world feels gritty but real, and the AI character gave me chills. Perfect for fans of The Expanse or The Martian. Highly recommended.” - Theo W.5 Stars
“This book feels five minutes into the future. The idea of AI running ‘enclaves’ for humanity sounded like dystopian fiction at first, but the more I read, the more it felt like tomorrow’s headline. The writing is poetic, the science convincing, and the emotional core—devastating. Caretakers: Origins deserves a place next to Ex Machina and Children of Time on my shelf.” - Susan F.

D.B. Nap is an avid tennis player and science fiction enthusiast. When not hitting forehands on the court, he can usually be found exploring distant galaxies through the pages of his favorite sci-fi novels. D.B. draws inspiration from the physical talents of tennis legends and the boundless imagination of great science fiction authors. He currently resides outside of Dallas, Texas with his wife and alien cats, patiently awaiting the invention of viable time travel.
Check out his latest novel The CareTakers Origins
His bio photo is inspired by the graphic novel Dark Assassin


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