Noet: Chapter One | Audiobook & Author Reading

From Build Noet Podcast · 18:27

Show by C.B. Hedlun

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Noet Worldbuilding Series.In this episode, I read Chapter One of my original science fantasy novel, Noet. While inspired by published accounts of near-death experiences, this is a work of fiction exploring identity, hope, redemption, and the question of what happens when a person reaches the end of themselves.Before I built another world, I first had to ask a different question:What kind of experience changes someone so completely that they never see reality the same way again?Chapter One is where that journey begins.Content Advisory:This chapter contains mature themes, including addiction, overdose, psychological distress, hallucinations, and emotionally intense situations. Viewer discretion is advised.My intention is not to sensationalize addiction or trauma, but to tell an honest story about brokenness, the impact addiction has on individuals and families, and the possibility of transformation and redemption.If you enjoy thoughtful fantasy, worldbuilding, science fantasy, or stories that explore the human condition, I hope you'll continue the journey through Noet with me.In the next episode, we'll go behind the pages of Chapter One to discuss the real-life inspirations behind Sara's story, why I chose to begin with addiction, and how near-death experiences shaped the foundation of the novel.Thank you for listening. Check out my YouTube Chanel for additional artwork included with each episode.https://www.youtube.com/@BuildNoetCopyright © 2026 C.B. Hedlun. All rights reserved. This reading of Noet is the intellectual property of C.B. Hedlun and My Crown of Grace Publishing LLC. Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, or use of this content is prohibited.Support the showmycrownofgrace.com/build-noet/

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