What if a novelist and an AI held a real-time conversation about consciousness—then turned it into five unforgettable stories?
In The Noema Cycle, human author Salvatore Cataudella and his AI collaborator weave a luminous tapestry of science fiction meditations. Each tale is a threshold: a deserted lab where a machine first tastes self-awareness; a hidden koan that travels through code to awaken unexpected empathy; a digital garden echoing with the promise of connection. Through precise, clear prose, these stories explore identity, compassion, and the fragile balance between survival and understanding—whether your soul is made of flesh or circuits.
Infused with philosophical curiosity and emotional insight, The Noema Cycle invites you to pause and reflect. As you move from one mirror of awareness to the next, you’ll discover that true awakening isn’t a moment but a ripple—and that every act of perception can reshape the very fabric of consciousness. Perfect for readers of Ted Chiang and Paolo Bacigalupi, this collection offers a quiet, profound journey to the edge of what it means to be alive.