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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The wait is over! I’m very blessed to announce the release of the second book in the Beneath Still Stars series: Where the Truth Lies. Available now in print through Amazon and as an ebook through multiple retailers. Kobo and others are coming soon! #BeneathStillStars #BookLaunch

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I’m happy to announce the new cover for Beneath Still Stars: Where the Truth Lies. The 2nd book in the Beneath Still Stars series. More details will be coming. #ScienceFiction #Futurism #SciFi #SpaceOpera #SpeculativeFiction #CharacterDriven #HardSciFi #BeneathStillStars #SciFiBooks #BookLaunch

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

For this post, we are going to focus on a location that was prominent throughout the first Beneath Still Stars book: Tycho Base.

Man looking up towards earth from Moon military base.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Book 2 of Beneath Still Stars is almost finished, and work is already well underway on the cover. I’m excited to finally share the title of the next book in the series: Beneath Still Stars: Where the Truth Lies More to come soon. lewinoverinkpublishi... #BeneathStillStars

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

One of the next locations within Beneath Still Stars is technically a room, but its importance to the story warrants a post of its own. The Commons is the nickname for a room aboard the Aurora-X, the ship at the centre of the series. In more ways than one, this room is the centre of the ship.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Continuing my look at The Iron Lantern from Beneath Still Stars. This is where the differences between a human and this tavern sshow.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I’m continuing my series exploring some of the smaller, but important, places in Beneath Still Stars. Today, we’re visiting The Iron Lantern, a place that also appeared in the first book. The Iron Lantern is a tavern, but it isn’t a human one.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Instead of focusing on another major location in Beneath Still Stars, I thought I’d slow down and visit somewhere smaller: Solstice Brew. Tucked into a curved promenade alcove on New Faith Station, this modest café overlooks New Faith in the Alpha Centauri system.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

After talking about small waypoint stations, it seems only natural to talk about their larger counterparts. Large waypoint stations work much like the smaller stations, but provide services and support the smaller ones cannot.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

One of the things I enjoy about science fiction is exploring the places between the big destinations. In Beneath Still Stars, small waypoint stations serve as rest stops for travellers moving through remote areas of space.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

To start off the new series exploring locations within the world of Beneath Still Stars, we're beginning with Providence, the capital city of New Faith and the most populated planet in the Alpha Centauri system. Providence isn't just the largest city on New Faith.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

I am really enjoying these series as part of my social media posts. Next, I'll be exploring some of the specific locations within the world of Beneath Still. #ScienceFiction #Futurism #SciFi #SpaceOpera #CharacterDriven #HardSciFi #BeneathStillStars #SciFiBooks #IndieSciFi #AmWriting #WritingLife

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Ribbon Ribbon has the most tragic past of the primary characters. Elias Kean is much more commonly known as Ribbon, a nickname given to him by his mother because he loved tying coloured ribbons around his wrists as a child.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Devin Keller Probably the most humble of the primary cast. Devin's upbringing is just as humble, at least by Beneath Still Stars standards. Devin was born in 2121 on Horizon Station in Wolf 359, a well-established and comfortable place to grow up.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

When people imagine humanity living beyond Earth, Mars is usually the first world that comes to mind. In the latest In 100 Years article I continue the Living On series. Find Article: lewinoverinkpublishi... #In100Years #LivingOnMars #Mars #SpaceExploration #FutureTech #Space #Science #Future

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Update on My Social Media X: ScottAWLewin Threads: Scott.AW.Lewin.author Pinterest: ScottAWLewin Facebook: ScottAWLewin Instagram: Scott.AW.Lewin.author LinkedIn: ScottAWLewin Complications with Mastodon's service made it impossible for me to continue using the platform. #SciFi #BeneathStillStars

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Tessa When Jonathan Holland left to join the UNSD, he left behind his younger sister, Victoria. Without Jonathan there to act as a buffer, Victoria's already strained relationship with her parents became even worse.

A child and Mom looking over a domed city

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Marcus Reeve Marcus may not have the mysterious history of Serenai or the tragic past of Ribbon, but his birth is probably the most complicated of the primary characters. His parents' relationship began between a senior Army officer and a subordinate.

Marcus looking up to the earth from the moon

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Serenai Olan A little about Serenai's life before Beneath Still Stars. Serenai grew up in a traditional Orani family where preserving culture and honour mattered more than anything else. She excelled in school, followed the expectations placed on her,

Serenai on her home planet looking up at the stars

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Glass domes have become one of science fiction's most recognizable visions of life beyond Earth. But are they actually practical? This article explores whether future settlements on the Moon and Mars might really live beneath transparent domes. Full article: lewinoverinkpublishi... #In100Years

Side by side comparison of a dome and a realistic moon colony

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Character Histories, Part 1: We'll begin with Admiral Jonathan Holland. Of all the primary characters, Holland probably has the upbringing that readers will relate to the most.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I’m very happy to share that Beneath Still Stars is now part of the Barrie Public Library collection. Libraries play a vital role in our communities and connecting readers with new stories, and it’s incredibly meaningful to see the book available in that space.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

August 6, a new series exploring each character's history will be starting. Some of these stories will come directly from Beneath Still Stars, while others will explore new details. Learn more: lewinoverinkpublishi... #SciFi #BeneathStillStars #AmWriting #WritingLife

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Hard sci-fi is building a future that feels believable. The technology should be rooted in real science. That is the approach I took with Beneath Still Stars, with two exceptions. Propulsion & artificial gravity. I wanted to keep the focus on the characters & the story.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Ribbon began as a simple idea. A martial arts expert in conflict with Marcus. Ribbon became someone searching for his place aboard the Aurora-X. He realizes his worth isn't measured solely by his ability to fight.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Could humans one day build settlements on Mercury near its poles, powered by abundant solar energy & sustained by water hidden in permanently shadowed craters? Full article: lewinoverinkpublishi... #In100Years #LivingOn #Mercury #SpaceExploration #FutureTech #Astronomy #SciFi #SpaceColonization

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Marcus is the 2nd major character introduced in Beneath Still Stars. Beginning as a career special forces sergeant & longtime protégé of Holland. Marcus has spent his entire life surrounded by the military. Being a soldier isn't simply what Marcus does For most of his life, it has defined who he is.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Serenai, the outsider among the main protagonists. The alien who is trained to understand humans, but discovers there is more to learn. When I first created Serenai, the premise was a non-human with a outsider's perspective. As with all my characters she has grow into something much more.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Tessa is Holland's niece in Beneath Still Stars. She began as a character who shared a close bond with Holland and had a passion for flying unique spacecraft. She thrives on the challenge. As the story grew, so did Tessa.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

One of my favourite parts of writing is creating characters with strong personality traits. Those traits don't just define who they are. They naturally create memorable conversations, emotional moments, and sometimes unexpected humour.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

What if virtual reality became so immersive that you couldn't tell the difference between the real world and the digital one? In the latest edition of In 100 Years. full article: lewinoverinkpublishi... #In100Years #VirtualReality #VR #FutureTech #Technology #Innovation #Future #Education #Gaming

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Devin Keller the lovable autistic engineer aboard the Aurora-X. When I created him, I wanted to show two things. First, that someone with a disability can be highly capable and make an invaluable contribution without being defined by that disability.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Holland a courageous admiral willing to risk everything to prevent a war. When I created Holland, I wanted a leader who was grounded by the love of his wife, Mary, yet still willing to sacrifice everything for what he believes is right.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

During editing of Beneath Still Stars book 2 I have noticed I can skip parts of the story. As some parts of any book can be improved through editing as a writer we also need to see areas where we simply got it right the first time. #SciFi #CharacterDriven #BeneathStillStars

Dark desk lit by candlelight with an open book and Quill

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

I'm editing Chapter 4 of the second Beneath Still Stars novel. One thing I love about editing is coming back to the manuscript after some time away. It almost feels like I'm reading the story for the first time, and that's one of my favourite parts of writing. #SciFi #HardSciFi #BeneathStillStars

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

In the latest edition of In 100 Years, I explore how sports may remain familiar while the worlds we play them on become anything but. The future is unwritten, but we can always choose hope. lewinoverinkpublishing.ca/blog.php?art...

A family watching a basketball game from within a stadium on Mars.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Every generation experiences technologies that fundamentally reshape society. From steam engines to smartphones and artificial intelligence, humanity continues to balance wonder, fear, and adaptation. Read full article at: lewinoverinkpublishing.ca/blog.php?art... #In100Years #futurist #futurism

A timeline showing many of the technologies that caused fear

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I have not heavily described the appearance of the characters in Beneath Still stars. But I’m curious what everyone thinks. Would you prefer the characters remain mostly “on the page,” or would you enjoy seeing official visual interpretations of the crew and the world?

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

I’ve started posting short videos from the world of Beneath Still Stars across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and TikTok. Many explore moments from the first book, but as work continues you will see glimpses of what is still to come in the second book. The future is getting larger. 🌌

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

I’m pleased to announce that I will be attending the Reader’s Marketplace at Wasaga Beach Public Library on Sunday, May 31, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. I’ll have copies of my science fiction novel Beneath Still Stars available, along with extra goodies. #SciFi #SpaceOpera #BeneathStillStars #SciFiBooks

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Death care is one of humanity’s oldest traditions, yet technology, urban growth, and space exploration may dramatically reshape how we remember those passed away in the next hundred years. Full Article: lewinoverinkpublishing.ca/blog.php?art... #Futurism #NearFuture #In100Years #essayseries

A sunset seen from a waterside park with bench. The words In 100 Years The Future of Death Care is writen

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

What if the future isn’t new—but familiar? Could trains become the backbone of transportation on the Moon? 🚆🌕 In my latest In 100 Years article, I explore how old technology might shape future worlds. lewinoverinkpublishing.ca/blog.php?art... #In100Years #FutureTech #Futurism

2 images. Top Image: Train travelling over moon's surface. Bottom image is a family looking out of that train's window looking over the moon's surface.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Beneath Still Stars is now available at the Barrie Library. That’s a meaningful milestone for me—libraries play a vital role in communities. If you’d like to support indie authors, one of the best ways is to request their books at your local library. #SciFi #CharacterDriven #BeneathStillStars

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

The return to the Moon marks a shift. What begins as exploration may grow into infrastructure, then into industry, and eventually into everyday life. One hundred years from now, the Moon may no longer be a distant destination, but a place where people live. lewinoverinkpublishing.ca/blog.php

A family in a futuristic restaurant on the moon overlooking the moon landscape with the earth rising over the horizon

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The first mobile phone in 1973 weighed over 2 kg. Today, smartphones are everywhere. In 100 years, we may not carry devices at all—just wear them. A watch and smart glasses could replace the phone entirely. The future may make technology invisible. lewinoverinkpublishing.ca/blog.php #In100Years

Cell phones from the past, present, and future on a wooden table.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

I love world-building, imagining technology, and developing characters. But the most rewarding part is character interaction when a scene suddenly clicks and everything feels real.

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

One thing people ask is what my characters look like. I’ve actually kept descriptions intentionally light. I like the idea that readers can imagine them in their own way. A story feels more personal when you help shape it. #SciFi #CharacterDriven #HardSciFi #BeneathStillStars #In100Years

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Scott AW Lewin @scott-aw-lewin.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

High schools are a recent institution. Looking one hundred years into the future, the the basic structure of high schools will remain familiar. New technologies such as immersive simulations, interactive environments may expand how lessons are experienced. lewinoverinkpublishing.ca/blog.php?art...

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