<strong></strong>Finlay Beach, a speculative fiction author, delves into narratives of individual liberty and faith-based values. His award-winning series, <strong>Managed Paranoia</strong>, merges thrilling adventures with deep reflections on freedom, authority, and spiritual journeys. An adventurer at heart, Beach’s early escapades on the water fueled his passion for storytelling. Drawing from personal experiences and a profound belief in free-market principles, his work offers a compelling exploration of individual autonomy and moral dilemmas. Beach’s written works include the novel <strong>The Seventh Pawn</strong>, the critically acclaimed Managed Paranoia trilogy, and the short story “<em><strong>Rhodium Tycoon</strong></em>.” His novels are available as ebooks and in paperback. His author website is https://www.openthegift.com/.<br>