Annette Asimai Balise
Through his imaginative attempt at finding comfort in his own imminent death, A.J. discovers, instead, an invaluable reward in leading others through their turnstiles. Travel with A.J. into a sliver of time, one that separates the last heartbeat on earth with the first inhale of the afterlife. Set in a world of dreams, Turnstiles weaves each personal story into a novel of self-discovery. Float with Luria as she dissolves out of her human house and into her surreal origination. Struggle with Marshall’s outright rebellion against shaking hands with death. Cheer on a living corpse, DeWitt, when he uncovers a way to enjoy both worlds. Discern the multiple commonalities and the only differentiating factor between Sassy’s and Fauna’s turnstiles. Ignite the playful child inside by rocketing with Bonnie Bea to a galaxy called Appanapa. A.J.’s curious and colorful journey is the thread that binds all of the turnstiles together, ultimately uniting strangers into a divine reciprocity.
