On the road to D.C., Maia and April drive deeper into the wreckage of a collapsing world — scorched highways, ecological ruin, and spiritual dislocation. As Maia begins to sense strange transformations within herself, a visit to the Smithsonian ignites more than just questions about humanity’s origins. In the planetarium, under a dome of cosmic projection, something awakens. A voice. A fire. A calling from beyond the stars.A Cinematic Sci-Fi Novel by Daniel Y-Li Grove"A child born in orbit. A world divided. A destiny written in the stars."From the Stars is a serialized sci-fi novel told in immersive, cinematic prose and atmospheric soundscapes. Follow the first human born in space, as her existence becomes the spark for a global—and interstellar—struggle between science, myth, and power.Is she a weapon? A prophet? Or something else entirely?From the Stars explores themes of:🌍 Family & Adolescence 🧬 Science vs Mysticism🛰️ Geo-Politics & Espionage🔮 Human Consciousness & Cosmic DestinyMusic by JenLiMixed and voiced by Daniel Y-Li GroveFollow us on Instagram or Twitter or subscribe to our Substack
Chapter 3After the fire, Maia’s world grows quieter — and stranger. Tension simmers between her and April as secrets spill, moods shift, and lights begin to flicker. When a mysterious blackout strikes their home, Maia senses something unnatural surging beneath the surface.A Cinematic Sci-Fi Novel by Daniel Y-Li Grove"A child born in orbit. A world divided. A destiny written in the stars."From the Stars is a serialized sci-fi novel told in immersive, cinematic prose and atmospheric soundscapes. Follow Maia Sokolov-Lowry, the first human born in space, as her existence becomes the spark for a global—and interstellar—struggle between science, myth, and power.Is she a weapon? A prophet? Or something else entirely?From the Stars explores themes of:🌍 Family & Adolescence 🧬 Science vs Mysticism🛰️ Geo-Politics & Espionage🔮 Human Consciousness & Cosmic DestinyMusic by JenLiMixed and voiced by Daniel Y-Li GroveFollow us on Instagram or Twitter or subscribe to our SubstackR3RH9hW4O7RMiWqROeWj
Chapter 2Maia hides from bullies—but when fear turns to fire, nothing stays hidden. Meanwhile, April finds a nest of fragile life on a crumbling cliffside. As eggs crack and truths surface, something darker begins to stir.A Cinematic Sci-Fi Novel by Daniel Y-Li Grove"A child born in orbit. A world divided. A destiny written in the stars."From the Stars is a serialized sci-fi novel told in immersive, cinematic prose and atmospheric soundscapes. Follow Maia Sokolov-Lowry, the first human born in space, as her existence becomes the spark for a global—and interstellar—struggle between science, myth, and power.Is she a weapon? A prophet? Or something else entirely?From the Stars explores themes of:🌍 Family & Adolescence 🧬 Science vs Mysticism🛰️ Geo-Politics & Espionage🔮 Human Consciousness & Cosmic DestinyMusic by JenLiProduced and voiced by Daniel Y-Li GroveFollow us on Instagram or Twitter or subscribe to our Substack
FROM THE STARSChapter 1 - "A Child Not Born of Earth"A Cinematic Sci-Fi Podcast Novel by Daniel Y-Li Grove"A child born in orbit. A world divided. A destiny written in the stars."From the Stars is a serialized sci-fi novel told in immersive, cinematic prose.Follow Maia Sokolov-Lowry, the first human born in space, as her existence becomes the spark for a global—and interstellar—struggle between science, myth, and power.Is she a weapon? A prophet? Or something else entirely?Told through rich narration and atmospheric soundscapes, From the Stars explores themes of:🌍 Family & Separation🧬 Science vs Mysticism🛰️ Space Politics & Espionage🔮 Human Consciousness & Cosmic DestinyProduced and voiced by Daniel Y-Li GroveFollow us on Instagram or TwitterJoin our Substack@thelunagrove This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thelunagrove.substack.com