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The Button Kindle Edition

by Nicholas Ponticello (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.7 out of 5 stars 26 ratings
A button that can destroy the world. The one man that guards it—and the enemy within. One of acclaimed author Nicholas Ponticello's earliest works, The Button originally appeared online in 2006, one of two short stories describing the dark relationship between humans and the world they've created. Nearly a decade later—and for the first time in e-book format—this revised edition offers readers a rare glimpse into Ponticello's psyche in the years preceding the publication of his recent hit novel: Do Not Resuscitate. Available for instant download through Amazon's Kindle Unlimited program, or for purchase in Kindle format on Amazon.com.
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    October 4, 2015
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    654 KB
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About the Author

Nicholas Ponticello is an educator and writer in Los Angeles, California. He graduated from University of California, Berkeley with degrees in mathematics and astrophysics and later earned his masters in education from the University of Pennsylvania. Mr. Ponticello is interested in exploring the intersection of science, sustainability, mental health, and education, and hopes to encourage more systems thinking and sustainability-themed curricula at the secondary school level.

Mr. Ponticello is also a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators. In 2020, he was awarded the Sue Alexander Grant for his work on a YA novel provisionally titled WHAT IF I DID?

Mr. Ponticello grew up in Northern California and began his career as the operations manager at KOMENAR Publishing in Oakland, CA. He is a longtime runner, and has coached champion cross-country and track & field teams at the high school level. Mr. Ponticello is also the author of Do Not Resuscitate, a fictional biography that considers transhumanism and the intersection of technology and sustainability. He has studied writing under Kim Krizan (Before Sunrise, Zombie Tales 2061) and Bruce Miller (Handmaid's Tale, Eureka, Medium, ER). Do Not Resuscitate won a Reader Views Reviewers Choice Award, an INDIEFAB Book of the Year Award, and a CIPA EVVY Award. His second novel, The Maiden Voyage of the Destiny Unknown, also won a Reader Views Reviewers Choice Award and was listed as one of 100 Notable Books from the Shelf Unbound Best Indie Book Competition.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B015X2E1P4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Nicholas Ponticello
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 4, 2015
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 654 KB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 18 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.7 out of 5 stars 26 ratings

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Nicholas Ponticello

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Nicholas Ponticello is an educator and writer in Los Angeles, California. He graduated from University of California, Berkeley with degrees in mathematics and astrophysics and later earned his master's in education from the University of Pennsylvania. Mr. Ponticello is interested in exploring the intersection of science, sustainability, mental health, and education, and hopes to encourage more systems thinking and sustainability-themed curricula at the secondary school level.

Mr. Ponticello is also a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators. In 2020, he was awarded the Sue Alexander Grant for his work on a YA novel provisionally titled BOY, OBSESSED. BOY, OBSESSED is based on his experience coping with debilitating OCD and his struggle to overcome it through years of cognitive behavioral therapy. Mr. Ponticello completed the six-week intensive outpatient clinic at UCLA and went on to become an advocate for the International OCD Foundation. He has written for the IOCDF blog and has spoken on a panel about relationships and OCD at the annual IOCDF Conference.

Mr. Ponticello grew up in Northern California and began his career as the operations manager at KOMENAR Publishing in Oakland, CA. He is a longtime runner, and has coached champion cross-country and track & field teams at the high school level. Mr. Ponticello is also the author of DO NOT RESUSCITATE, a fictional biography that considers transhumanism and the intersection of technology and sustainability. He has studied writing under Kim Krizan (Before Sunrise, Zombie Tales 2061) and Bruce Miller (Handmaid's Tale, ER). DO NOT RESUSCITATE won a Reader Views Reviewers Choice Award, an INDIEFAB Book of the Year Award, and a CIPA EVVY Award. His second novel, THE MAIDEN VOYAGE OF THE DESTINY UNKNOWN, also won a Reader Views Reviewers Choice Award and was listed as one of 100 Notable Books from the Shelf Unbound Best Indie Book Competition.

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  • bunnymugwump
    4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read... dark narrative, and probably ...
    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2015
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    Interesting read . . . dark narrative, and probably spot-on in line with how many disenfranchised individuals feel in the world today. Obviously being a short story, it is a quick read so I would definitely suggest reading it but don't go in expecting the usual wit and humor this author so skillfully applied to his most recent book, "Do Not Resuscitate", a masterpiece!
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  • April
    5.0 out of 5 stars Short and to the point - right on the button
    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2023
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    The short strokes of character and contex build plenty in such a short punch. Push the "Buy Now" button, you won't be disappointed...
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  • Shannon
    4.0 out of 5 stars Well did it work?
    Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2016
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    Pretty good. Not my favorite story by this author but it was still good. I just want to know if he really did press the button or was it just in his head. Maybe we all ended kaput, gone, dead.
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  • Gnocchi Pesto
    4.0 out of 5 stars quick and contemplative
    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2015
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    I love the kinds of stories that end as a sort of launching point for the reader's thoughts. An introspective "What would I do?" vs. "What would others do?" This is one of those stories. A nice, quick read!
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  • Dr. Dean Gualco
    5.0 out of 5 stars An intriguing, amazingly readable read
    Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2015
    This is an outstanding book. The level of complexity in writing and character development is indicative of an author that is not only highly intelligent but can grab the interest and suspense of the writing. There are few "page turners" where the content compells you to keep writing, and this book is certainly one of those books. This is the second book that I have of Nick's, and his superior skills are evident in the way he molds and tells a story. This is a must read for those that want to expand their intellect and enjoy their reading time. Great job!
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  • Promking
    4.0 out of 5 stars A great short story
    Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2015
    A great short story! Once I started reading it, I could not put it down because I was in suspense on where it was leading and how it was going to end. Written very well - author really allows the reader to get into the mind of character .
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  • Tyler Prestwood
    5.0 out of 5 stars Quick and thought provoking read
    Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2016
    This was a quick, suspenseful read. Simple prose with thought provoking content. It was very easy to imagine the protagonist going through this experience and loved how gradually but steadily the details of his life and the context were filled in. The details were vivid and engaging. Enjoyed it very much.
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  • Jaclyn Dina
    5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly dark
    Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2015
    I purchased this since I heard good things from a friend. I never would have guessed how dark it would be based on the cover, so be prepared for that. It won't make you laugh, but in its short run, it will make you think hard about life.
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