The Seep

In a world transformed by a gentle alien presence called the Seep, humanity is freed from illness, scarcity, and loneliness. Everything is connected, and anything imagined can be made real. Trina Goldberg-Oneka, a fifty-year-old trans woman, has built a happy life with her wife, Deeba, until Deeba chooses to be reborn as a child, leaving Trina undone despite the utopia around her. As grief consumes her, Trina stumbles into an unexpected journey to protect a lost boy and to rediscover meaning when perfection has erased the need for struggle. Porter’s lyrical debut blends speculative wonder with intimate questions of love, loss, and healing.

~  Included for its poignant portrayal of trans identity, grief, and resilience in the face of utopian perfection. A visionary, emotionally honest speculative novel that lingers with both ache and beauty.  ~