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Years of battle come full circle for James and his team who reunite with their former commander, Croyton, aligning with the Federation’s military once again.

The BlankZone has continued to wreak havoc throughout the nation and James is seeking to dismantle an entire empire. To do it, he must confront the enemy head on while facing dire consequences.

Travel across oceans to Centria where James realizes his greatest victories and sacrifices to date.

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crafting humanity series

CUT FROM STONE

The world is fresh from humanity splitting in half – the BlankZone in the East and the Federation in the West. As an inevitable attack from the BlankZone looms, the Federation makes swift, mysterious, and unexpected
moves to prepare.

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Carved From Wood

Join James and the team as they confront their invaders in the Southern Federation - James and his team head South after witnessing the devastating power of the BlankZone. Their self-ascribed mission is to explore the most dangerous place on the planet – the new BlankZone border in the Southern Federation.

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hammered in iron

The Federation has fallen - James and his team have fought against the BlankZone’s assault for the last decade. Now they are seeking to uncover the next step in the BlankZone’s plan to destroy the Federation. The world has changed drastically and James must find answers before it’s too late.

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From the readers

  • "one of the best-written dystopian novels that I have ever read, YA or otherwise."

    Reader Views Kids (10/2022) Cut From Stone Review

  • “offers a rugged new take in this classic genre....an edgy narrative that packs a punch, yet remains approachable for young adult readers...a gripping and exciting read that will make you feel like you are part of the action.”

    Indies Today (5/3/2023) Cut From Stone Review

  • "Sharply contemporary, smart, and imaginative, Brendan O’Meara’s Cut From Stone fires a brilliantly readable opening salvo in book one of the author’s Crafting Humanity series. Written in precise, engaging prose and driven by a convincing protagonist, this compelling New Adult novel provides an action-packed yet thought-provoking read."

    Indie Reader (1/4/2023) Cut From Stone Review

  • "An action-packed rollercoaster filled with patriotic fervor, Cut From Stone will entertain young adult readers who enjoy books along the lines of The Hunger Games and The Maze Runner...Overall, a stellar start to what promises to be an exciting sci-fi saga."

    Reader's Favorite (1/13/2023) Cut From Stone Review

Short stories

After the melt

A windswept town patrolled by the ghosts of its residents is searched by a team of soldiers sent to retrieve a data package. Place yourself inside the borders of the BlankZone and jump into the past with this action-packed short story set in the Crafting Humanity universe.

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