★ A Satire Wrapped in Myth & Allegory ★

The Day Life Quit

At dawn, Life resigns. Births pause. Flowers hold their breath. Star nurseries go dim. Nations blame each other, markets try to price the end of beginnings, and silence settles in maternity wards and greenhouses alike.

Life, now a teenage girl with a wooden staff and a tired voice, crisscrosses a shaken world. Mythic entities line up with questions; people offer theories, bargains, and prayers. Some want answers. Life wants honesty. What does existence owe to anyone, and what do we owe to it?

What you’ll find inside

• A modern fable told with wit, bite, and heart
• Myth and everyday life on the same page—auditors of fate, teachers, nurses, beekeepers, and stargazers
• Clean, black-and-white spot illustrations in a classic, storybook style
• Short, lyrical chapters that invite reflection and discussion

Why read it

• Satirical & reflective: A playful voice that asks serious questions about meaning, justice, and rest
• Big idea, human scale: Cosmic stakes shown through intimate scenes
• Book-club friendly: Built-in themes for conversation—hope, responsibility, and the ethics of beginning

Who it’s for

• Readers of mythic and allegorical fiction
• Fans of literary fantasy and philosophical satire
• Book clubs, classrooms, and anyone who loves thoughtful, illustrated storytelling

Details

• Format: Paperback & eBook (illustrated)
• Publication: Coming soon
• Author: Henry Does