“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.
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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!

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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