The bookshelf

Stories that ask
different questions.

Fiction by Martin Lumen, from technological mysteries to philosophical misadventures.

Techno-thriller

Satoshi: The Birth of AI

An exploration of artificial intelligence, Bitcoin, and the mystery of an intelligence learning to shape its own future.

Comic time-travel novel

A philosopher meets modern life, where certainty is scarce and confidently expressed opinions are doing exceptionally well.

Practical psychology

A clear, humane guide to stepping out of repetitive thought loops and reclaiming attention.

Personal development

A practical framework for treating the essential parts of life as assets worth maintaining.

Humor & philosophy

A funny, practical look at judgment, responsibility, and the choices machines cannot make for us.

Political thriller

A speculative thriller about a country divided into five competing futures—and the people trying to build one country again.