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Zev Paiss

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Born

in Los Angeles, The United States

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http://www.protopianfutures.com

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Mystery, Science Fiction, Romance

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About the Author

Zev is a lifelong observer of current events and global trends, with more than 40 years of experience as a nationally recognized educator and sustainability consultant. Throughout his career, he has worked tirelessly to advance practical solutions for a more resilient future championing sustainable land use, walkable communities, renewable energy, urban agriculture, low-carbon transportation, and local self-reliance.

Originally from Los Angeles, Zev has called Colorado home since 1985. In 2023, he relocated to Costa Rica, where he now consults on the development of a visionary eco-village and permaculture farm.

Zev’s emergence as an author of positive future mysteries and thrillers is a natural evolution of his lifelong values ...more

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Average rating: 4.17 · 775 ratings · 134 reviews · 10 distinct works • Similar authors

	Silo 42: Deception (Silo 42, #1) 4.16 avg rating — 441 ratings — published 2013 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Silo 42: Connection: Book 2 in the Silo 42 Series 4.05 avg rating — 157 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Silo 42: Exodus - Book 3 in the Silo 42 Series 4.15 avg rating — 87 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Catapult (From Here to There Series, #1) 4.60 avg rating — 73 ratings — published 2023 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Descent: From Here to There Series - Book 2 3.75 avg rating — 8 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Communities Magazine #106 (Spring 2000) – Cohousing by Michael Mclntyre, Rob Sandelin, Virginia Lore it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — published 2014	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	From Here to There: A Story of America's Future 3.50 avg rating — 4 ratings — published 2012 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Catapult: From Here to There Series - Book 1: A Positive Climate Future Mystery by Zev Paiss (Goodreads Author), Virtual Voice (Narrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Atlantic Cohousi Mid Atlantic Cohousing: Developing Sustainable Neighborhoods (Paperback); 2010 Edition by Zev Paiss (Goodreads Author), Unknown Author 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Silo 42: Journey: Book 4 in the Silo 42 series by Zev Paiss (Goodreads Author), Neshama Abraham (Editor) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Get Ready for Silo 42: Exodus

Greetings,

For the thousands of readers who have already read my first two books in the Silo 42 series, "Deception," and "Connection," you can now pre-order book three entitled Silo 42: Exodus.

This installment follows the preparation and eventual exit of 500 Silo 42 residents from the only home they have ever known, in search of a better life. Assuming it can be found.

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A Monument of Rust - FOLIANT THREE: (A Post-Apocalyptic Thriller)

by Mike Kraus (Goodreads Author)

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When Hope Dies - FOLIANT TWO: (A Post-Apocalyptic Thriller)

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TIME BEFORE TIME

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This book had everything I enjoy in a Regency romance well drawn characters, a thoughtful plot, and just the right amount of emotional tension. I found myself completely invested in Hester and Gabriel’s story. There’s something quietly powerful about ...more
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“But first we need to find shelter for the day and asses what remains and what we have lost.”
― Zev Paiss, Silo 42: Exodus - Book 3 in the Silo 42 Series

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