“Ah, Olympia? Not Olympus? It is good to show creative flare. As I said, it should be a blast.” Mark smiled at small comment on the name of the place while looking Tink directly in the eye. “Well nearly all natural things in this universe are made of repeating patterns. They repeat yet slightly different. Think about it, its nature.”- Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the main character Mark helps his friend fight off intruders from another dimension. These two dimensions are the more obvious in the book, but the author also adds in more. From the videogame world that sounds incredibly close to ours (Olympia, Washington and so on), to the dream realm, spider realm and other dimension Mark keys into, it’s enough to leave you baffled and feeling incredibly small. Such a vast amount of dimensions are only the beginning though. Many scientist believe there are infinite parallel universes connected to ours. Imagine, billions of “you” leading similar but different lives. Check out this video for more:

http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-many-universes-are-there

"...Actually, this place is very quiet for the sheer quantity of people." - Isis in Spidersilk the novel

"Well, when I repay you in full, I want it back looking excellent as ever." - Josh in Spidersilk

"We're going to make the Qi of this place pulsate!"- Tina in the novel Spidersilk

“You and your conspiracy theory. Who really cares if there are blind people working here? Wake up and smell the coffee, bud.”- Tink in Spidersilk the novel

Although, as human beings, we have made great advances in our knowledge of the outside world in the past few decades, we still know very little about the universe we are in. There’s a lot of theories of how it was made, what it is doing and where we hold up in its massive and mysterious setting. Luckily, there is a lot of evidence to steer us in the direction of a multi-verse. Some scientist believe our universe is merely a bubble floating along with other bubbles. Occasionally, these bubbles briefly impact leaving a bruise on the universe. These impacts could allow different worlds to interact on different dimensions. Just like, in Spidersilk the novel, we could briefly be contacted and affected by an entirely different world, or even, worlds. Fascinating. For more check out this link:
http://motherboard.vice.com/read/parallel-universes-colliding-could-explain-quantum-weirdness

"Chris reached for his mouth and softly rubbed it while considering his financials. “Darn, if those—damn— technology investors didn’t take so many credits. I mean—the company is doing well right now."- Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, multiverses play a huge role in the story. The main character Mark hails from another dimension as do the intruders that attack Mark’s friends. Theories about multiverse have been around for quite some time, but they are changing often. More recently, a theory was published that there is a parallel universe that runs time backwards. Fascinating? Check out the theory here: http://www.iflscience.com/physics/there-parallel-universe-thats-moving-backwards-time

“A small breeze delivered a wisp of dust and grass in the otherwise clean smelling air. It was almost as if something was responding to his discovery.”- Spidersilk the novel

Symbolism is a beautiful part of the literary world and Spidersilk the novel has ample examples of it. One such example is the golden moth that is seen by Mark, the main character, when he witnesses a hyena. The moths are seen to symbolize many different things. Some believe that it’s a departed loved one paying a visit. This could exemplify the grandfather Mark mentions in the story. The moth is also known to symbolize other worldliness, secret knowledge and psychic awareness. The color gold also brings many different meanings, such as enlightenment. All of this plays into the symbolism of the hyena and the message that Mark got from the sighting! For more on moth symbolism check out this site:
http://www.whats-your-sign.com/animal-symbolism-moth.html

“Well, I do throw some reasonably sized house parties. Anyone at the party could think of me as a monetary target. Other than that, I don’t know.” - Mark in Spiderilk the novel

A loud sound interrupted the scene, and Mark opened his eyes with force. There he stared at the usual ceiling while reaching for his tablet with the intention of ending the loud alarm. “Those dreams are awesome..." - Spidersilk the novel

The silk bed was so soft and comfortable, he thought to himself as he reached his hand under the sheets toward Tia’s back... - Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, Spiders play a big role in protecting Mark, the main character, and his friends. Spiders play a major role in the mythology of many different cultures. For example, in some variations of the Old Testament, a spider actually protected David from soldiers sent by King Saul to defeat him. The spider created a fresh web over its cave so the soldiers wouldn’t think to look in the cave. This is slightly reminiscent of how the Spiders worked to help out Mark. Of course, there’s a lot of other legends and myths about spiders, so check out this cool link: http://paganwiccan.about.com/od/samhaintraditions/a/Spider-Mythology-And-Folklore.htm

“Chris recalled his grandfather rambling on about how the first travelers were. While amazing transporters, they initially could only be utilized by the few ‘seeing’ people since they were so dangerous.” -Spidersilk the novel

Last week we talked a bit about the multi-verse and some of the theories surrounding it. This is only the beginning of what a multi-verse could hold for the universe. Today, some scientist don’t just believe in the muli-verse as a reality, but they also believe that the multi-verses communicate and evolve based on one another. This is a great supporting example of the world we are looking at in Spidersilk the novel!

Check out this link for a little more information:

http://phys.org/news/2014-10-interacting-worlds-theory-scientists-interaction.html

“This house is full of possibilities he knew would be awesome. Mark whisked down the stairs while the soft velvety black carpet shimmered, satisfying his feet; he made his way to the brand-new kitchen.”- Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the multi-verse plays a huge role in the book. Without it, there would be no traveling from dimension to dimension and thus, no real story to tell. In our world, the multi-verse is a theory that many scientist support as real. The entire existence of the universe, according to many scientist, seems to only be plausible due to a multi-verse possibility. This article has some pretty exciting information that may make Spidersilk even more exciting for you!
Check it out here: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2014/03/140318-multiverse-inflation-big-bang-science-space/

While we all create our own little universe, there are those universes designed by others that we will want to interact with, and those that we do not. Plan wisely, but don’t leave out the thrill of connecting. - Akutra-Ramses Atenosis Cea from Spidersilk the novel Afterword

Traveling via wormholes and hyperspace may seem a lifetime away in the opinion of many scientist. However, everyday new things surface that predict we’re closer to this ability than we think. While browsing around I stumbled on an article about a man who believes to have the answer to hyperspace and wormhole travel. Although the patent might not be taken seriously now, it could lead to further developments that would bring humans closer to this exciting way of traveling. With this ability we’d be able to utilize the hyperspace just as Mark does in the novel Spidersilk. Exciting, no? It’s truly fascinating some of the ideas shared, but have a look for yourself.

http://www.strangerdimensions.com/2012/03/20/a-full-body-teleportation-patent-yes/

“Ramses was wearing a shimmering black vinyl jacket with neon-green stripes, a black pinstriped pair of shimmering dress pants, and a shiny green rayon top, having a brass zipper partially unzipped. Ramses removed his designer sunglasses and said, “How is it, my friend!” - Spidersilk the novel

Hyperspace is pretty much a mystery to us. We don't have the power to travel through it, nor do we know the whats, whens, whys or hows about it. However, it's still one of the most fascinating things to study. In Spidersilk the novel, Mark actually does know how to utilize hyperspace to his advantage. This shows us how much can be accomplished with the knowledge of our outer world. In fact, it is because of hyperspace that other dimensions could possibly exist. There's a lot of amazing things to still learn about hysperspace in regards to human technology, but if you're interested you can still catch up on many theories. This article is a great start to learn more about hyperspace and the theories surrounding it.

http://bigthink.com/dr-kakus-universe/a-voyage-through-the-multiverse-and-higher-dimensional-hyperspace

“Mark quickly selected some of the pieces, which were made of material such as velvet, brass, glass, stone, and even concrete. The prices were very reasonable for such pieces, causing Mark to carefully examine them. However, he found them to be entirely of exceptional quality, and seemingly built to last, possibly longer than a human’s life span.”- Spidersilk the novel

A couple of weeks ago we talked about ghosts possibly being from another dimension. This week I'd like to talk about objects that we perceive as haunted. There are many out there that hold great significance and are famous for the stories and possible hauntings they create. Perhaps, if ghosts are from another dimension then maybe these objects are portals or another form of entry point into our world. In Spidersilk the novel, Mark takes possession of a work of art from a friend who borrows money from him. As soon as he takes on the artwork he begins to hear the “ghosts” that rob and harass his friends. How cool would it be if this piece of work, like the haunted items we have in today's world, opened up the doors to allow the “ghosts” to invade. After all, when Mark returns the item he also defeats the intruders. For more on haunted items in our dimension check out this list:

http://mentalfloss.com/article/59504/10-allegedly-cursed-objects-throughout-history

“Mark grabbed a scoop of espresso. The aroma of the espresso mixed with Mark’s natural masculinity and the still-fresh carpet smell, which had been there since he had the carpets cleaned"- Spidersilk the novel

Parallel universes are still a mystery to us, but there's a lot of theories behind those mysteries. In Spidersilk the novel we are exposed to a few different dimensions. This adds an exciting element to the novel that really draws the reader in. One of the most amazing things about this is we see a connection between the dimensions. For instance, in one scene Tia is catching the same Channel 88 news that Mark watches. There's also the mystery of Starbucks, espresso and other pop culture elements being such a hit in Mark's current dimension. This is fascinating because this aspect of culture comes from our own dimension, or do they? Many scientists believe that during the Big Bang two universes collided together that were made up of cycles of evolution. This would explain how two totally different dimensions would maintain some of the same ideas (such as the company Starbucks), food and ways of living. Here's a pretty cool article on some of these theories: http://www.dailygalaxy.com/my_weblog/2010/11/our-universe-was-created-by-a-cyclical-trillion-year-collision-of-two-universes-.html

“How’s my friend from across space-time? Did you search the news for activity with blind people? I am thinking of repeating patterns that link to our..uh..interesting intruders.”- Mark in Spidersilk the novel

From generation to generation many have passed down legends of ghosts. Many people, at some point in their lives, have claimed to see their very own ghosts. Typically, we consider ghosts to be those who have already past and may not be at rest. However, there is another theory. Ghosts might actually be part of an entirely different dimension that is clashing, or just interacting, with our own. This theory can be seen in hit Sci-Fi shows like Dr Who to serious documentaries. In Spidersilk the novel many ghosts from another dimension also surface and Mark is forced to fight them off in order to protect himself and his friends. This is a great connection when it comes to dimensions! What are your thoughts on the ghosts in the book and in general?

“He touched up his hair in the mirror, and was generally very detailed. Mark lifted a Mark Izh-79 weapon from under his arm; checked and cleaned it slightly. The teargas bullets were still intact. Suddenly, Mark heard something odd coming from a dark corner of the large bathroom near the walk-in shower area. “Why so silent?” it said”- Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel there are many locations mentioned, which makes it such an intricate story. Some suit our current world, such as Olympia, while others go back to the days of mythology, like Olympus. There are still others that come from locations many have never heard of. One location, Vular, is actually known to be a location from a video game called Mass Effect. This really flows into the idea of Mark creating games via different dimensions! I wonder if the locations are related, or just coincidence?

"Mark quickly generated a sphere of energy then squeezed it that generated waves of thick energy, assaulting the small “ghosts.” The dark “ghosts” suddenly began emitting an extremely high-pitched noise that Mark could barely hear. Off in the distance, glass began cracking and breaking from the noise, presumably the nearby houses."- Spidersilk the novel

Throughout Spidersilk the novel, the main character uses Qi to help maintain balance in a world that seems to be a bit off balance. He glows at the fact his party has great qi, works to create Feng Shui in his own home, and balances himself with an energy that helps defeat intrudes. Even his last name, Khiop, seems to portray Qi. So, what exactly is Qi? It's the Chinese word for life energy and it can be seen in many forms around the world. Essentially, it is the vibes that resonate from everything on this planet, which is why it is important to keep good vibes in your life.
If you'd like to see some Qi exercises check out this page: http://www.qienergyexercises.com/

“Well, it is a real place, like another thread to the multiverse, another dimension. They step into the video game and explore. It is not meant to be an exact replica of the cities we know as Olympus or Memphra, although I possibly should have placed some palm trees in Memphis.”- Mark in Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel it is quite apparent that the intruders come from an entirely different dimension. Mark, the main character, even spends his waking and dreaming hours fighting off the intruders. However, at times, it seems as if Mark may be from a different dimension as well. For example, it is often mentioned that he is a newcomer to the town, but it never actually says where he's from. He definitely has abilities that others do not and his knowledge of other worlds (like our own!) is impressive. What are your thoughts on the mysterious and powerful main character?  

“Well, it does seem sort of interesting. If that is my only option, sounds like I’ll probably skill and destroy it.” Ben finally laughed. “Okay, I’ll set up an interview and see what they try for."- Mark in Spidersilk the novel

MMOs are a major part of the gamer world today. In fact, most new releases have a partial MMO aspect to them. This unites gamers as a community while allowing the power of the individual to shine. In Spidersilk the novel, Mark is developing his own MMO for work. However, when you begin to look at the details it almost seems as if Mark is living in an MMO. If you take a look at this quote from the book:

“The game was an MMO (massively multiplayer online game) where each player would need to decipher symbols, communicate through symbols, best other players in combat, discover treasures, and even create treasures... While players could communicate with one another in the usual way, there were parts in the game where players would have a distinct advantage while utilizing silent symbolic communication.”

...it is clear that Mark utilizes many of these in the novel. From dream catchers to special ways of communication with friends, it is almost as if Mark has created his consciousness around an MMO lifestyle.

“Mark stood up and meandered into the dining room. The decor was a mix of stars/astrology, modern sophistication, and Egyptian hieroglyph.”- Spidersilk the novel

If you're not already amazed with the amount of characters in Spidersilk the novel, then looking into the meaning of their names will really excite you. We've checked into many characters before, but Jeff Horus is one of my favorite complex heroes in the story. Jeff is amazing at helping Mark find out information about the intruders, but could this possibly be because he is named after one of the most famous Egyptian gods, Horus? Horus was an avian deity that was often depicted with a Falcon head. This really draws in an important detail from the story. If you think back to Ramses and his hostage, Draul, you may recall that Draul was given something to help him see the matter that is hidden from many. In this matter there were falcons and spiders, which were seen throughout the book as protectors and informers to Mark. Thus, Jeff Horus really lived up to his name. For more on Horus, give this link a go:
http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/horus.htm

“What the heck was that place, and was it friend or foe beyond the post entrance? Such things were thoughts that he pondered through his mind as he prepared for work.”-Spidersilk the novel

Throughout Spidersilk the novel there are a few birds used to symbolize deeper meanings. One of these birds is the crow. Although in popular culture the crow tends to be used to signify darker motives. For instance, in many films you'll see them in cemeteries and even old folk legends associate the crows with death. There is an alternative though. In Native American symbolism the crow is told to reveal itself when a revelation must be made. The crow is a sign for the person seeing it to open up the sixth sense and see what is not actually visible to the naked eye. When the crows appear in Spidersilk it is like they're asking Mark to see what is not yet visible, when he does everything else becomes more apparent.
For more on crows, check out this link:
http://www.universeofsymbolism.com/symbolic-crow-meaning.html

“Mark opened his hand, and in his palm, a large luminous question mark appeared. It turned with beady little yellow eyes, looking his way and slowly circling him. Suddenly, it dashed his way.”- Mark in Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel most of the intruders were blind and came from a world called Braila. Although there is an actual Braila in our world (it's in Romania), the name of the city is quite significant because Brail is actually what blind people use to read. This is just one of the hidden gems in Spidersilk. There's a lot of clues and associations that lead the readers to believe the intruders were blind and had many forms of aid that helped them give Mark and his friends a run for their money.

“I KNOW! It’s tha-that, I want to enable him to attain a good future. Better than we have if possible.”- Ekaa in Spidersilk the novel.

When it comes to Spidersilk the novel there's a lot of people whose names might seem familiar. There's a good reason for this. Each character out of the novel has such a deeper meaning, so when you branch out to research names you may find quite a few treats. One such name investigation leads to the origins of Ekaa. If you recall she is the wife of Chris and longs for success for her son. The name Ecka, in Hindi, links back to the Goddess Durga who is known as the Supreme Mother. This would explain her insitance on her son's future. The name also links to a poem that embraces parenthood called Tvam Ekaa Bhawani. For more on the poem check out this link:

http://www.ekaainc.com/ekaa.html

“Today was a good day. Financial numbers are up, quality numbers are up and cost are down. The new ‘Explorer IV’ power tool is selling nicely, now to ensure that the ‘Explorer V’ can top it”- Chris in Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the alternative world that Dacian and Chris reside in is filled with devices to make seeing (or interpreting) easier for the blind. There is everything from brail keyboards to range scanners, which help make the blind aware of their surrounding. In our own society these inventions are slowly becoming a bigger part of our world. With technology on the rise it is important to plan for everyone to be able to function in a world that requires most of the senses. Is there anything in the novel Spidersilk that you'd like to see utilized in today's world?

“Reaching for the door, Mark thought to himself, at least it wasn’t raining today. The overcast sky loomed, yet the cumuli were not quite as dark as yesterday, providing a glimmer of blue sky.”-Spidersilk the novel

Traveling within a wormhole is a pretty hot topic when it comes to scientist that study potential means to space travel. In the novel, Spidersilk, the main character does a lot of traveling through hyperspace, most likely via wormholes. One character in particular, Tina, actually makes if through the wormhole. She finds herself in the dark as she is reprogrammed to live in an entirely different dimension.

“It is possible that they are all a front for something else. The history seems very limited like they just showed up and made few things up or something”- Garrick in Spidersilk the novel

Imaginary friends are pretty prominent in most cultures around the world. They're usually more prominent in regards to children, but there have been some adults who reported having imaginary friends. In Spidersilk the novel, Mark actually refers to Garrick as his imaginary friend. It seems that the two managed to befriend one another even though they were from different dimensions. This is actually a common theory around the imaginary friend concept. This definitely adds a very cool element to Spidersilk!  

“Meanwhile, Thoth was investigating newly arrived residents. “It is not all that surprising that 80 percent of newly arriving residents are blind.” Thoth mumbles to himself.”- Spidersilk the novel

Although Thoth, in Spidersilk the novel, may have been a minor character he definitely played a huge part in Mark's success. There's a lot of exciting details about Thoth that become even more apparent when you look into Egyptian mythology. The Egyptian god Thoth was often seen as an arbitrator which might explain his job as a police office. Thoth also oversaw three major Good vs Evil battles. One of these battles was between Set and Osiris. This might ring a bell since Thoth was investigating the disappearance of Rae Osira (close to Osiris), which led to the capture of Sett who was one of the intruders stealing technology.

“See the energies in this domain, this world. They don’t take kindly to your behavior. We can chase you through hyperspace whenever needed.”- Ramses in Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the main character Mark has a number of powers that help him defeat the ghost intruders. One of his best forms of defense was his ability to travel through hyperspace. This method is used a lot in many pop culture stories, but what is it exactly? Hyperspace tends to be described in many ways and usually goes hand in hand with traveling faster than the speed of light. It is connected to our universe, but is still on an alternative plane. Usually, it takes a good amount of energy or special device to enter the area. I guess it's a good thing Mark loves his espresso! Wormholes are also a major part of hyperspace, but that's a totally different post....

“ Numerous bugs in the navigation and range sonars required backup scanners or someone who could understand what was happening. He laughed at that, how primitive life must have been”- Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the main character Mark has a lot of friends who work to help him solve the problem of the ghosts. There is one friend, however, that doesn't seem to follow the loyalty that Mark's other friends do. Tink is a colleague of Mark's who seems indifferent to the events that are happening to Mark and his inner circle. While the rest try to find out what's going on, Tink considers Mark's thoughts to be conspiracy theories and he often mocks Mark's intentions of creating new worlds in his video games. With Tink so down on Mark it almost seemed as if he were on the side of the ghosts. With a little further investigation Tink even tells Mark he will attend his party like an apparition, which is a bit coincidental since this is when the ghost first appeared!

“Really. The term ‘blood’ was used when people did not know much about the subject. Parents often don’t even have the same blood type! Well anyway, have fun with the relatives.”- Spidersilk

Sometimes, the best way to truly appreciate a book is to look at the finer details. Spidersilk is rich in this aspect. There are many scenes that don't just drop clues, but guide the reader to a better understanding of the world and actions of the characters. In Spidersilk the novel, one of the best background details is the theater. This amazing structure features a web-like design that was designed by Ramses. The cool thing about this is each area of the web probably leads to a different a film. This gets even deeper into the plot when you look at the film names (Mandelbrot Jumper, States of Matter, The Pattern Repeaters, White Plague, Masters of Khi, Acuteness of Vision, Kumonosu), which all lead to a different character or theme in the novel. It's funny how a few sentences can really help direct reader's in the right direction

“The clean sparsely furnished house gave the exciting vibe of future thrills and every detail could nearly tell its own story much like his current life. This house is full of possibilities he knew would be awesome.”-Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the main character Mark becomes a hero as he takes on the intruders. It is Mark's special abilities that really make him seem like a superhero though. For instance, Mark often senses things that are awry and he has a strong connection with the world around him as well as other dimensions we can't normally see. There are actually people who have these special abilities in reality. This ability is called Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) who have Extra Sensory Perception (ESP), which can range from a heightened sense of smell to actual psychic abilities. For more on this topic check out this link: http://www.the-auras-expert.com/highly-sensitive-persons.html

“Marks heightened senses were tingling with high detail, and his inner-satisfaction was replete.”-Spidersilk the novel

Ramses, from Spidersilk the novel, is a great character that doesn't just take care of business but keeps a little mystery to his inner workings. Ramses is a wealthy friend of Mark who is willing to do whatever it takes to get what is his back. He even uses scarabs to get what he needs from a hostage. The Ramses in Spidersilk has a great connection to King Ramses of Ancient Egypt. This incredible king lived during a brutal time, but knew how to get what he needed from his enemies. King Ramses even created one of the first peace treaties, which shows off his quick thinking and willingness to do what it takes to get what he needs. For more on King Ramses check out this link: http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/treaty.htm

“All the spiders looked at him and, in a limited sense, followed him around the room, yet they stayed in the room as he exited. Of course, he always knew they were there and was not really surprised.”-Spidersilk the novel

The novel Spidersilk has numerous characters that help lead the story along. One of those characters is Kratos, the chief defective that John and other officers report in to. Although Kratos is only mentioned slightly in the novel his role is incredibly important as he is in charge of the happenings at the station. This is a great connection to Kratos from Greek mythology who was known for his strength and power. Along with his brothers, this Kratos was an enforcer, which is very similar to the role of a police chief. In modern society there is even a company names Kratos, which is designed to keep home's secure.

For more on the mythological Kratos check out this site: http://www.theoi.com/Daimon/Kratos.html

“Standing at the door was a clean-cut six-foot male with sturdy yet neat and warm thick clothing. Mark thought to himself, this guy’s a skeptic, not really a bad thing.”-Spidersilk the novel

Spidersilk the novel features many hidden details in the décor of many of the areas Mark and his friends interact with. One fine example is the décor in the Cyberpad. Although the cafe features futuristic designs, like those that would seem to belong in Mark's world, there is also undertones of the past or perhaps even a less technological world like that of the intruders. In the Cyberpad there is also a bronze falcon hanging from the ceiling. The falcon is a symbol that is often shown in Spidersilk and usually appears when the group is close to a game changing clue, which makes sense considering much of the talk about the intruders takes place at the Cyberpad. Of course, there are many other décor symbols throughout the book, such as the web like design of the theater and even Mark's backyard.

"The sun, moving ever so slowly, began to spray the den while luminous rays caused the entire room to look like some old museum or cream-colored tomb." -Spidersilk the novel

Tablets have become a major part of the average household. From keeping in touch with loved ones from around the world to taking some time to relax with a game or book, the tablet has become such an extension that it often hard to think of it advancing even more. Right, now there is already talk about the tablet becoming the next laptop or PC, as these bulky means of computing have become too outdated for our fast paced world. In Spidersilk the novel, Mark may be from a different dimension, but he still utilizes a tablet like device for his computing needs. From checking his bank account to texting and calling friends, his tablet is featured many times throughout the high tech novel. For more information on one amazing development with the tablet check out this link:

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sponsor-story/dell/2014/04/28/dell-tablets-in-education/8420627/

“What isn’t real according to them? These strangers have an odd way of thinking so it may be anything.” -Garrick in Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the spiders play a large role in the progress of the book. Even though they are unseen and unnoticed (much like in real life), the are busy working on webs that protect the main character Mark and his friends. The novel also mentions a Dream Catcher which is utilized as an entry point during one of Mark's dreams. These fantastic devices are known to detour nightmares, and like the beautiful craft of the spider, the dream catcher is created by a webbing technique. There is an old Native American legend that tells of a spider providing the people with instructions on how to create the dream catcher. What is even cooler is the web even goes as far as linking the universe. Many scientist have referred to the universe as being connected by a Cosmic Web. It is truly amazing how these items coincide, especially as each concept plays a part in this incredible novel.

For more on the dream catcher check out this link:

http://www.dancingtoeaglespiritsociety.org/dreamcatcher.php

Many of the scenarios in this book come from actual dream and non-dream experiences. Primary inspiration/premise of the story came from real experience and the idea of the multiverse. - Akutra-Ramses Atenosis Cea

“Luminating the walkway before dawn several soft yellow lights allowed one to observe the fountain in the distance. Ramses’ smiled at the sight of his visitor.”- Spidersilk the Novel

Spidersilk the novel has a great story that involves a Robin Hood mind set. Some of the foes in the story are keen on robbing from the main character, Mark, and his friends in order to redistribute the wealth in their own dimension. Like most Robin Hood stories there is a lack of integrity in the distribution. In fact, typically the Robin Hood character tends to benefit more from what is stolen than the poor that are meant to receive the funds. This is certainly the case in one of today's modern Robin Hood stories. In fact, less than a year ago a man was sentenced to a very short prison sentence for robbing over $100,000 from an American bank. Although he claimed the money was meant for charity, only a small amount of it could be found and much of this was being prepped to be sent to family members rather than the needy. For more on this story check out this link:http://www.theguardian.com/world/2013/jul/12/corey-donaldson-sentenced-bank-robbery

“A short distance away, there appeared to be several people running to and fro around a luminous cloud of sorts. They were utilizing what appeared to be nets and mirrors.” - Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the main character Mark must fight off the bad guys who don't just threaten his technological lifestyle, but also his financial security. These criminals use the technology they seem to despise to hack into Mark's bank and remove his funds. In this day and age technological criminals are a major problem. From stolen identities to huge security risks like HeartBleed, cyber crimes are some of the more popular crimes in our technology based lifestyle. For more on cyber crimes check out this link:http://www.complex.com/tech/2012/11/the-10-most-common-internet-crimes/

“What a conversation. Was he simply trying to have fun, or were there subtle hints, trying to suggest what I did before wasn’t real?”- Spidersilk the novel

Spidersilk the novel deals a great deal with alternate dimensions. Although the places tend to have different names, such as Olympia and Olympus. Recently, NASA discovered a planet that was remarkably similar to planet Earth. Even though this doesn't specifically mean it is an 'alternate' dimension it is the closest thing we've discovered that could portray a similar life sustaining planet for us. For more information on this discovery, check out this link:http://www.sfgate.com/science/article/New-planet-discovered-that-just-might-hold-life-5410479.php

“Looking around the quaint room, it was full of frills and pastels. Dainty little decors mixed with modern older things. The room was like something she might have had at such an age, yet never remembered living in. “- Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel, the character of Ramses tends to be a bit mysterious. He is a very complex character who knows how to get things done. In one particular scene Ramses is shown interrogating a suspect for information about the thievery. Ramses uses his keen senses to track down those who are causing his allies harm, which really shows how powerful he is. Ramses has a keen ability to use environmental energies to his advantage. Perhaps, this is why he first notices the difference in Mark's yard.

“The short weedy grass blew lightly in the breeze. An exceptional view of horizon reminded him he had a few hours left of daylight. Mark exited his vehicle and closed the door softly as if this was some sort of momentous occasion. Scanning the scene it looked sort of like his dream.”- Spidersilk the novel

In the novel Spidersilk, the police are able to locate Isis thanks to some major help from falcons. These beautiful creatures have been known as messengers throughout history thanks to their speed and incredibly wisdom. There are many cultures that utilize the falcon in this method, including the Egyptians who portrayed gods with falcon heads. Another common source in the Native Americans who feature the falcon as a totem animal meant to bring news and messages that will guide people through life. For a little more on this creature, check out this page:http://solitarywitchtracks.weebly.com/falcon-messenger-animal-totem.html

Although spiders may give you the creeps, they may also one day help you heal. Just as the spiders in Spidersilk helped protect Mark, spiders in our own reality may have just what we need to help our body's heal. Check out this research video on spidersilk to learn more: 

http://www.cnn.com/2014/03/03/tech/innovation/spider-lessons-how-to-mend-your-body-with-silk/

Hyperspace plays a huge role in Spidersilk as well as many of the most beloved Sci-Fi stories in toay's culture. This makes the recent discovery of a massive black hole all the more interesting. Check out this article for a bit more on the discovery as well as a breathtaking photographs of this hyperspace portal!

http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2014/03/06/hyperspace-portal-space_n_4909831.html?just_reloaded=1

“Mark briefly noticed something about the Titu forest of Vular. The first names of locations he had seen. Generally it seemed, this guy either worked like a maniac or did not cleanup.” - Spidersilk the novel

In the novel Spidersilk, the main character Mark fights off ghosts that invade from another dimension. These ghosts not only try to steal from Mark and his companions, but try to force their way into powerful positions in a world that is not their own. Ghosts from an alternative reality are not an unheard theory in our reality. In fact, ghosts and well as alternative realities are quite a hot topic. This site will give you four amazing reasons why there's a pretty good chance alternative realities are real.

http://www.strangerdimensions.com/2013/05/24/4-weird-clues-that-parallel-universes-exist/

“An odd feeling came over Mark, like something was wrong. Looking down, there was a walkway, some beachside houses, and a dark jungle. In the distance a mountain that looked oddly similar to Mount Zurich.”- Spidersilk the novel

In Spidersilk the novel thieves made life difficult for Mark and his companions. Although the term thief usually refers to those who steal someone else's possessions, there is also other types of thieves. For instance, there are many environmental thieves in our world today, and an extraordinary amount of energy thieves, also known as energy vampires. You may have actually encountered a few of these thieves without even knowing. To learn more on energy thieves check out this page:

http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2013/11/14/how-to-avoid-being-drained-by-energy-vampires/

“Why do these guys think they can simply take? Don’t they understand how the system works? They behave more like a criminal raiding party.”- John in Spidersilk

Spiders have always had a bad rap, which makes people immediately shriek in fear whenever they discover them in the home. A lot of spiders are pretty harmless though, and pretty much all spiders are good for the eco system we live in. In Spidersilk the novel, Mark is actually protected by spiders which shows there's more to these creatures than fangs and legs. To learn more about some amazing spider facts check out this page: http://insects.about.com/od/spiders/a/10-Fascinating-Facts-About-Spiders.htm

Have you ever got your chat on in a cyber cafe? Mark and his friends, from Spidersilk the novel, often meet up in their favorite cyber cafe. Here's a list of some of the coolest cyber cafes in our dimension!

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/holidaytypeshub/article-592650/The-worlds-coolest-cyber-caf-s.html

In Spidersilk the novel, things begin to get intense when Ramses captures Draul to get information from him. Before the interrogation is over Ramses unleashes a hoard of scarab beetles. These beetles play a major role in the legends and mythologies of Egypt. In fact, these beautiful and mysterious creatures are often symbolized as the transition between life and death. This is largely because most scarabs spent the majority of their lives living in dung until one day they would mysteriously discover they had wings and leave their lives in the dung for better things. The Egyptians saw this mysterious event as a symbol of human death, as we leave one life and enter a better one. For more on the scarab beetle check out this site: https://suite101.com/a/the-symbolic-meaning-of-the-scarab-beetle-egyptian-symbolism-a334677.

“You will not stop us. We are coming in as we please.”- The ghosts in Spidersilk the novel

In the novel Spidersilk, spiders utilize their spidersilk to help protect the main character. Spidersilk isn't a fictional element though. In fact, presently Spidersilk is being used to create a strong fiber that will soon be implanted into the human body. This amazing substance works like a muscle but is a whole lot stronger. Keep your eye out because you might be hearing a lot more about this substance in the future. To learn more check out this site: http://news.discovery.com/tech/nanotechnology/stretchy-spider-silk-wires-flex-muscles-130910.htm

Within moments scarab beetles by the thousands began swarming from all directions towards the prisoner who immediately began screaming. Ramses smirked a snarl then said, “And they haven’t even touched you yet!”- Spidersilk the novel

Spidersilk the novel is rich in cultural references. During one of Mark's dreams he meets with a Native American who helps him unlock some keys that lead to his success. This reference alone already hints at Mark's powers as it is said to see a Native American tends to mean you are breaking free of something. There are so many incredible stories surrounding Native Americans and dreams.
If you'd like to know more about some of these qualities check out this informative site: http://voices.yahoo.com/native-american-influences-dreaming-3627473.html?cat=37

In Spidersilk the novel, the main character Mark seems to live on an espresso inspired routine. The average person drinks around 1,000 cups of coffee a year!

http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2013/04/09/coffee-mania/2069335/

It seems like there's always a skeptic when it comes to life and stories. In Spidersilk the novel Mark often finds himself explaining things to Tink, like his videogame design choices. All the questioning becomes slightly curious, especially since Tink moves on to the same company as Mark later in the book. While Mark enters his new job on the look out, Tink seems to assimilate nicely, almost as if the newcomers are swaying him to their side.

“Tink, will you show at my housewarming party? I’m calling it the Face Reality Party so no drunken in- denial types can make it through the night,” Mark elaborated while laughing.” - Mark in Spidersilk the novel

Wormholes have played a major part in many sci fi books and movies. In the novel Spidersilk, the foes of Mark, the main character, actually end up in Mark's world when they stumbled into a worm hole. Although many people tend to believe worm holes to be a work of fiction they are actually real things. In fact, a recent study has even stated that wormholes might be able to help us time travel as well as reach other dimensions. This not only makes the story of Spidersilk even more real, but it offers a more compelling future in the line of time travel.
For more information on this study check out: http://news.discovery.com/space/a-spooky-connection-wormholes-and-the-quantum-world-131204.htm

"...in the last video game you designed, a city called Olympia of the Pacific Northwest rather than the real city of Olympus on Lake Victoria....Why not simply call it Olympus? More like the real thing we live with?" - Tink from Spidersilk the book

“Mark peered closely at one; he could sense the non-human thing that it was. Was it logical, smart, or primitive? They seemed actually very intelligent, with possibly a “munster” sort of intelligence, and it responded to him.”- Spidersilk the book

In Spidersilk the novel, the main character Mark manages to travel through hyperspace with ease. His enemies, on the other hand, accidentally find themselves traveling through hyperspace when they crash into a wormhole. Although it isn't exactly possible for us to travel through hyperspace there is actually a vehicle, like that the foes of the story travel through, that might have the human race traveling through space in never before thought of speeds. In fact, we may even be able to catch a ride to the moon in only three hours. You can't even manage to make it through most states in that amount of time!

Check this site out for more information on our travels in hyperspace:

http://www.theregister.co.uk/2006/01/06/hyperdrive/

Repeating patterns

The book Spidersilk utilizes repeating patterns as an underlying explanation for the story scenario with multiple worlds. The character Mark finds a way on multiple occasions to connect to various different 'places' which seem similar yet different. Nature it seems repeats endlessly and therefore patterns in one world may exist in another. Some with large differences and developments to others with smaller differentials. This actually seems quite common in nature and there are many studies on this topic. Wouldn't it be fun to find a way of connecting to another place and discover that it is actually a similar pattern to the one you live in?

http://fractalfoundation.org/2009/02/fractals-on-the-earth/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBAgfwliUlA&list=PL6A9F0525E53A7DDE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2n-IxmoWdE&list=PLWmhT7PalhIfWkk7-0FA4HAK_jO8UUODS&index=9

“The aroma of the espresso mixed with Mark’s natural masculinity and the still-fresh carpet smell, which had been there since he had the carpets cleaned.”- Spidersilk the book

As readers begin to follow Mark through his new home there is one change that Mark has to remark on, his yard. The change seems to be subtle at first, but Mark keeps an eye on his yard and it slowly begins to resemble his own styles. In the novel Spidersilk, Mark is filled with Qui, hence his last name, which helps him alter his reality slightly. The yard changes just as his alternative video games are created. Magic essence indeed.

“Giant spiders spun webs for some unknown possibly terrible objectives while falcon headed creatures peered into what seemed like his soul."- Spidersilk