In Ernie Howard's gripping tale "Deprivation," Josh, a successful Wall Street financier, guards his coveted sanctuary—the sensory deprivation tank hidden in the depths of his apartment building's basement—with unyielding selfishness. Despite the pleas of his envious brother and elderly neighbor, Mr. Oatman, Josh refuses to share the solace of his retreat.

However, when Josh's reality is abruptly twisted after a session in the tank, he finds himself plunged into a nightmarish journey of self-discovery. As the mysterious events unfold, Josh grapples with the consequences of his selfishness and is forced to confront the darkness lurking within.

With each twist and turn, readers are drawn deeper into the gripping suspense, held captive by the unfolding mystery. Will Josh's newfound reality lead to regret, or will it offer him a chance at redemption?

"Deprivation" is a riveting tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the final, life-altering conclusion. Ernie Howard masterfully weaves a narrative of intrigue and suspense, delivering a deeply satisfying and thought-provoking exploration of the consequences of selfishness and the power of redemption.