A science fiction series, the SLEEPERS Book series explores the lives of persons of color in a post-apocalyptic America.
The Series
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AWAKENING, BOOK II (Hard Cover)
AWAKENING is the exciting sequel to SLUMBER, a science fiction novel that explores the immediate transition of American society in some frightening and fantastic ways. As the Sleepers virus has devastated America, the story follows the tragedies created by the virus to a country fighting to survive. AWAKENING deals with the consequences of the virus’ devastation and also looks forward many years into the future to see what America has become.
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AWAKENING, Book II (Soft Cover)
AWAKENING is the exciting sequel to SLUMBER, a science fiction novel that explores the immediate transition of American society in some frightening and fantastic ways. As the Sleepers virus has devastated America, the story follows the tragedies created by the virus to a country fighting to survive. AWAKENING deals with the consequences of the virus’ devastation and also looks forward many years into the future to see what America has become.
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SLUMBER, BOOK I
SLUMBER is a Black science fiction novel that takes place in post-apocalyptic America. It is a dystopian tale in which a mutated virus devastates America. Millions fall into a deep, seemingly irreversible sleep. As a result, the country is in chaos. The remaining population must now decide how and if it can survive in the face of many obstacles and many enemies.
Ted Cummings
Ted Cummings is a lawyer and author of science fiction who writes stories that center upon the Black experience in America and the diaspora. Ted has vast experience working in Corporate America where he worked at Exxon/Mobil, Procter & Gamble and GE Aircraft Engines. Ted is a graduate of Howard University where he obtained a degree in Mechanical Engineering and the Chase College of Law. At Howard, Ted gained his love for writing while working as the editorial editor for The Hilltop, Howard’s student run newspaper. He is a proud father of three, Christian, Solomon and Zoe, and husband to Traci, with whom he has been married for over twenty-five years.
Ted’s enduring hope is that his writings inspire and initiate thoughtful conversations on how we can create a better, more inclusive world.
