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A Political Thriller Series You Won’t Forget
The Vanishing State Series
The Vanishing State is the first installment in a near-future political thriller series set in a United States that is still functioning on paper, even as legitimacy erodes in real time. Elections still happen. Courts still issue rulings. Headlines still move on. The machinery keeps turning, but the guardrails are weaker than they look.
This is not escapist dystopia. It is near-future suspense written for readers who recognize the pressure points and want a story that treats consequences seriously.
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If You’ve Ever Wondered
How close a system can get to failure while still calling itself normal.
What happens when courts, media, and enforcement stop protecting the public and start protecting the narrative.
Why disinformation spreads faster than correction.
Then The Vanishing State series is built for you.
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Want to Know More?
The story told in The Vanishing State draws on real events and documented pressure points shaping democracy in the United States today. If you are interested in the facts behind the fiction, explore the resources below. These organizations and reports offer insight into voting rights, democratic resilience, and the ongoing struggle to protect civil liberties and free expression in America.
Brennan Center for Justice:
A leading nonpartisan law and policy institute focusing on democracy, voting rights, and justice reform in the United States. Their research covers election security, voter access, and the changing landscape of American democracy.
https://www.brennancenter.org
Pew Research Center — Voting and Elections:
Authoritative, data-driven analysis of American elections, voter participation, and public attitudes toward democracy.
https://www.pewresearch.org/topic/politics-policy/political-participation/voting/
Freedom House — Freedom in the World:
An annual assessment of political rights and civil liberties across the globe, with dedicated reporting on the state of freedom and democracy in the United States.
https://freedomhouse.org/report/freedom-world
ACLU — Voting Rights:
Advocacy and legal information on the protection of voting rights in America, including updates on litigation, legislation, and grassroots campaigns.
https://www.aclu.org/issues/voting-rights
PEN America — Free Expression and Press Freedom:
Resources and reports on free speech, press freedom, and threats to open discourse in the U.S. and abroad.
https://pen.org/issues/free-expression/
Whether you are a concerned citizen, a student of politics, or simply curious about the themes explored in The Vanishing State, these resources will help you deepen your understanding of the forces shaping the country’s future.
Connect with the Author
Curious about the inspiration behind The Vanishing State or want to follow the latest news and insights from R.W. Calderin? Dive deeper and stay connected through the links below.
About the Author
Discover more about R.W. Calderin’s writing approach and the real-world patterns that shaped The Vanishing State. Learn what drives the storytelling and how the trilogy came to life.
NRP Dispatch Blog
Stay informed with the NRP Dispatch blog, where you will find author updates, behind-the-scenes commentary, and articles on current events, democratic stress, and the writing process.
Whether you are interested in the creative process, want to connect with fellow readers, or simply want the latest updates, these resources are the best way to stay in touch with the world of The Vanishing State and beyond.