Forbidden Colors: Stories from the Edge of Science and Humanity

Journey through the human mind and the frontiers of scientific discovery in "Forbidden Colors: Stories from the Edge of Science and Humanity." This thought-provoking collection of four short stories deftly marries suspenseful storytelling with rigorous scientific concepts.

1) "Be Thankful if You're One of the Ones Awake" follows a neurosurgeon who stumbles upon a new discovery in the human brain. When tragedy strikes, he seizes the opportunity to delve into the recesses of his own brain, unearthing something petrifying.

2) "The Caffeine Wyrm" chronicles the moral dilemma of a psychologist turned advertising consultant. As his company attempts to use generative AI to manipulate consumers, he grapples with his dual responsibility-to protect human minds or to exploit them for business.

3) "Too Close to Call" explores the consequences of technology that breaches the boundaries of individual consciousness. When two friends test a groundbreaking technology that allows them to share a single stream of consciousness, they confront the repercussions of knowing each other too intimately.

4) "Cut It Out" tells an enigmatic tale of a college student desperate to better himself. After a life-altering accident, he embarks on a daring therapeutic journey to permanently rewire his brain, leading to unexpected and gripping twists.

"Forbidden Colors" will entertain your brain. Each story features a comprehensive reference section, allowing curious minds to delve deeper into the scientific principles underpinning the narratives. This book promises to grip you from the first page, challenge your perceptions of the world, and leave you contemplating long after the final story concludes. A must-read for fans of suspenseful science fiction!