In the gripping novel "Feeling Lucky" by M.S.M. Barkawitz, the line between reality and fiction is blurred as characters navigate through a world plagued by a global epidemic and a cultural revolution. Jackie, the protagonist, must grapple with her identity as she shifts between personas of an actress, con artist, avenging angel, and more. Is she a hero or a villain? A victim or a predator? The complexities of her character unfold against the backdrop of a society in turmoil, where the Black Lives Matter movement is gaining momentum and the pandemic looms large. As Jackie's story unfolds, readers will be compelled to question their own beliefs and perceptions, making "Feeling Lucky" a thought-provoking and thrilling read that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.

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Mark Barkawitz has earned awards for his fiction, poetry, essay, and screenwriting. His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, literary journals and anthologies, and on dozens of websites. He had IMDb feature film credits for The Killing Time (New World Pictures) and Turn of the Blade (Mark Bark-NorthStar Ent.). His novels include Feeling Lucky: A Pandemic Novel, Giant Killers, The Dog with the Opposable Thumb, and Full Moon Saturday Night. He lives with his wife, has two grown children, and a dog in Pasadena, CA.