Astounding!

Carter Evans, struggling to revive his failing spec fiction magazine, faces personal and professional despair in his isolated apartment. His situation worsens as he drowns his sorrows in alcohol. A turning point comes when he receives a dismal story submission from the enigmatic J. Harper, leading him to impulsively send a rejection letter while intoxicated—a decision he quickly regrets. This moment sets the stage for a deeper exploration of his life and the potential for redemption.