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What if the physical world is not the ground of reality, but its most sophisticated illusion?

From Being to Bits is a groundbreaking work of metaphysical philosophy that argues for a bold thesis: reality is an information system rendered by consciousness. Drawing from analytic idealism, simulation theory, quantum physics, information theory, and computer science, this book presents a unified theory of existence in which awareness is the ontological primitive—and everything else, including time, space, matter, and mind, are emergent informational constructs.

Santos explores how perception generates reality, how finite minds function like virtual machines within universal awareness, and how the laws of physics emerge from a deeper rule-set. From the Planck scale to the holographic principle, from Integrated Information Theory to depth psychology, this book uncovers a universe built not from matter, but from meaning.

This is metaphysics for the 21st century: rigorously argued, scientifically grounded, and spiritually resonant. Whether you are a philosopher, scientist, technologist, or seeker, From Being to Bits invites you to remember what we have forgotten—that consciousness is not in the world; the world is in consciousness.

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About Michael Santos

Michael Santos is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. He is an Amazon bestselling novelist specializing in suspense genres, such as crime fiction and, most recently, horror.  Michael has a Master’s of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Queens University of Charlotte and is a proud Tarheel from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Read Michael's Books   Q&A with Michael Santos Learn more about Michael's crime thrillers in this interview: Q: Your style is a … Read More about About Michael Santos

Featured Articles

How to Write a Thriller: The Keys to Suspenseful Writing

December 22, 2018 By Michael Santos

In this article, we begin discussing thriller novels by talking about suspense. How do we create suspense? How does it work within a crime novel to create a satisfying experience for readers? Be sure to watch my YouTube video on this subject as well. It’s all about mood. The label “thriller” encompasses a wide variety […]

How to Write a Mystery: It’s All a Game

December 22, 2018 By Michael Santos

In this article, we discuss how to write a mystery novel, one of the most popular forms of crime fiction on the market. How do the mechanics of these books work to engage readers? How do we create a compelling puzzle that holds the reader’s attention? You can also watch my YouTube video on writing […]

Articles

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  • Point of View in Stories December 30, 2018
  • Story Writing: The Ultimate Guide to Great Scenes December 28, 2018
  • Story Writing: The Five Essentials of Plot Structure December 27, 2018
  • Story Writing: External and Internal Conflicts December 24, 2018
  • How to Write a Mystery: It’s All a Game December 22, 2018
  • How to Write a Thriller: The Keys to Suspenseful Writing December 22, 2018

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