A Glimpse Into Politics 2036: High-Stakes Politics, Conspiracies, and the Future of Democracy

2036 Presidential Election - My newest novel, Unbound Ambitions: The Candidate, dives headfirst into the chaotic, fast-paced world of a presidential campaign like you’ve never experienced before. Set in a future that feels eerily close to reality, this political thriller combines cutting-edge technology, political ambition, and shadowy conspiracies to create a gripping, thought-provoking, and all too plausible story.

NEW RELEASEFICTION NOVELPOLITICAL THRILLER

Red Yarrow Books

1/19/20253 min read

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The year is 2036. The stakes? Higher than ever.

My newest novel (title withheld for now) dives headfirst into the chaotic, fast-paced world of a presidential campaign like you’ve never experienced before. Set in a future that feels eerily close to reality, this political thriller combines cutting-edge technology, political ambition, and shadowy conspiracies to create a story that’s gripping, thought-provoking, and all too plausible.

In 2036, the rules of the game have changed. Virtual reality has revolutionized the way debates are conducted, allowing candidates to craft highly personalized and often manipulated experiences for their audiences. Campaigns rely on AI algorithms not just for voter outreach but for psychological warfare, targeting vulnerabilities with chilling precision. Behind closed doors, cyber-attacks, blackmail, and payoffs keep the truth hidden, while conspiracies swirl like smoke in the dark corners of the political landscape.

The novel doesn’t just stop at the surface of campaign politics—it goes deeper, delving into the hearts and minds of the characters. At the center are two candidates who, on the surface, appear to embody everything the country wants: an experienced leader with charisma and bold ideas, and an idealist driven by the belief that the presidency should truly serve the people. Both candidates are navigating a fractured world, where every decision carries the weight of a nation’s fragile future. But when an assassination attempt plunges one campaign into chaos, the carefully constructed facades begin to appear, and the layers of a far-reaching conspiracy start to evolve. As the truth emerges, it threatens to upend not only the campaigns but the very foundation of the country itself.

Here’s a taste of what’s inside:

"In the gleaming auditorium, where the virtual debate stage shimmered with artificial starlight, the candidates appeared side by side—polished avatars that projected strength, honesty, and perfection. But beneath their holographic exteriors lay the cracks. One candidate clenched their fists tighter with every question, the biometric data flashing red on a private HUD feed that the public would never see. Another, distracted by whispers in their earpiece, hesitated while their neural implant calculated the statistical likelihood of their words landing poorly with undecided voters. All of it—the technology, the spectacle, the manipulation—felt revolutionary, yet grotesque. Democracy was evolving, but was it evolving into something the world could still call democracy?"

As the story unfolds, readers are taken on a white-knuckle journey through attempted assassinations, secret payoffs, and the psychological toll of a world where trust is scarce and truth is always in question. It’s not just a story about the future of politics but about the fragility of democracy itself.

Praise for the Novel

Early readers have described the book as:

"A mind-bending political thriller that feels both futuristic and unnervingly relevant to today’s world."

"A masterpiece of suspense and intrigue—this book had me hooked from the first page and kept me guessing until the very end."

"This isn’t just a story about politics; it’s a stark warning about what could happen when power, technology, and corruption collide."

"Imagine 'The West Wing' meets 'Black Mirror'—but with the pulse-pounding tension of a high-stakes thriller. You won’t be able to put this one down."

The novel offers more than entertainment—it explores how technology is reshaping the political landscape. It asks tough questions about trust, transparency, and the cost of progress, all while delivering a story packed with twists, unforgettable characters, and heart-stopping moments.

So, are you ready to step into the campaign of 2036?

This book will make you question everything you think you know about democracy, leadership, and the systems we rely on to keep society moving forward.

Visit bryanwempen.com to learn more about the novel and join the conversation about the future of politics.

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