Adam Golob, Ph.D., is a dynamic educator, researcher, and award-winning author specializing in political science, interdisciplinary studies, and regional studies.
As an Assistant Professor at Gulf Coast State College, Adam is celebrated for his engaging teaching style and commitment to fostering critical thinking and inclusivity. He serves as a faculty advisor to several social justice organizations, actively contributing to equity programs, and frequently presenting on pressing topics including governance, climate politics, and human rights.
Adam’s research focuses on human trafficking, exploitation, and the intersections of justice and resilience. His expertise has made him a sought-after country conditions expert for asylum and refugee cases, where he delivers his professional expertise.
As an author, Adam has published extensively on issues of social justice, governance, and human rights. His debut novel, Nemesis Rising, merges his scholarly insight with his creative instincts, exploring themes of survival and morality. The novel has already garnered critical acclaim, earning first-place honors at the International Impact Book Awards and The Book Fest Awards. This one-on-one interview shares Adam’s background and experience writing Nemesis Rising.
Tell us about Nemesis Rising.
The year is 2045 and the criminal justice system has undergone a massive overhaul. The death penalty has been overturned, but in exchange, top-tier criminals serve life sentences in the infamous Zynum Prison.
Sam Anderson is a dedicated middle school history teacher who has just been framed and convicted for the murder of his fiancée. His sentence: a lifetime in Zynum Prison.
Set within a decaying, domed city-prison where survival supersedes morality, the story chronicles Sam’s struggle to maintain his humanity amid chaos. As alliances form and tensions rise, he must navigate treacherous clans, violent raids, the potential for love amid the desolation, and the oppressive rule of the self-proclaimed “King of Zynum,” a tyrant who embodies the prison’s descent into savagery. The two central characters include Sam and Gabrielle, a young woman born in the prison. Together, they forge bonds to confront the harsh realities of their existence. The novel delves into themes of survival, morality, theology, and the resilience of the human spirit in a world that has abandoned redemption.
What inspired you to write Nemesis Rising?
The intersection of my passions for education, psychology, politics and interest in exploring human resilience, inspired me to write Nemesis Rising.
The philosophy of human nature has always been an interest of mine, and I wanted to create a protagonist who embodies the crux of it all. The story grew from my fascination with the moral dilemmas we face when survival challenges our humanity. I envisioned a world where justice is corrupted and characters are stripped to their rawest forms, forced to choose between who they are and what they must become.
Through Sam’s journey, I aimed to explore how hope, connection, and identity persist (or don’t) in the bleakest circumstances. Ultimately, I wanted to inspire readers to question how far they would go to protect their humanity while surviving unimaginable odds.
How did your background and experience influence your writing?
My background in academia deeply influenced my journey into literary fiction. My experiences teaching on governance and researching social justice have shaped my understanding of human dynamics and the way people can and do treat one another when left to their own devices.
In Nemesis Rising, I sought to merge my intellectual background with my creative instincts, creating a narrative that is both thrilling and reflective of universal struggles. By immersing themselves in this harrowing tale, I hope readers gain a deeper understanding of the fragility and strength of the human spirit, and perhaps, see their own lives mirrored or distortedly reflected in Sam’s narrative. They should appreciate the choices and connections that shape who they are. It is a narrative I want readers to not forget.
What is one message you would like readers to remember?
We are all the heroes of our own stories. However, when push comes to shove, survival often demands choices that challenge the essence of our humanity. Hope, connection, and purpose are the core of humanity, no matter the circumstances.
Through Sam’s journey, I want readers to reflect on their own boundaries—how far they would go to endure, and what they would hold onto when everything else is stripped away. The story explores resilience, morality, and transformation, prompting readers to question what it truly means to be human.
Purchasing the Book
Nemesis Rising has received positive reviews from well-known literary organizations, authors, and reviewers around the world. Reader Views writes, “Told with passion and skill, Adam Golob’s novel is…authentic and entertaining…making it very hard to put it down.” An Online Book Club reviewer writes, “It is my utmost pleasure to rate it 5 out of 5 stars. I will recommend it to those who love reading books on survival.”
The book is available for sale on Amazon and other online bookstores. Readers are encouraged to purchase their copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Nemesis-Rising-Adam-Golob/dp/B0CNYFQ2R9
To connect with Adam and learn more about his work, visit: https://tgolob8.wixsite.com/author. You can also find him on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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