"On a point of land, as though projecting into a domain beyond us, I found the star thrower. In the sweet rain-swept morning, that great many-hued rainbow still lurked and wavered tentatively beyond him. Silently I sought and picked up a still-living star, spinning it far out into the waves. I spoke once briefly. 'I understand,' I said. 'Call me another thrower.' Only then l allowed myself to think, He is not alone any longer. After us, there will be others."—Loren Eiseley, “The Star Thrower” from The Unexpected Universe
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Fresh out of university, Ava, Sam, and Leo celebrate their graduation in Bali with a life-changing pact: to abandon their chosen career paths and find their true purpose. Inspired by the resilience of the sea turtle, the friends vow to face future challenges together. Leo wants to apply science to conservation, Ava dreams of becoming a writer, and Sam is determined to find a meaningful direction on the Outer Banks. But when their summer of self-discovery takes a sharp turn, everything changes.
When the friends become entangled in a legal battle against a powerful corporation responsible for a massive environmental spill, the stakes are high. Their coastal community's health, its economy, and the survival of endangered wildlife are all in jeopardy. After the court verdict delivers a massive fine, orders an immediate cleanup, and forces the company to cease dumping and issue a public apology, the friends and the community celebrate the win. But will Ava, Sam, and Leo realize the ultimate reward is deeper than the legal triumph?
When a toxic corporate spill threatens their town's wildlife, three recent college graduates on a journey of self-discovery risk everything to find the truth.
When the friends become entangled in a legal battle against a powerful corporation responsible for a massive environmental spill, the stakes are high. Their coastal community's health, its economy, and the survival of endangered wildlife are all in jeopardy. After the court verdict delivers a massive fine, orders an immediate cleanup, and forces the company to cease dumping and issue a public apology, the friends and the community celebrate the win. But will Ava, Sam, and Leo realize the ultimate reward is deeper than the legal triumph?
When a toxic corporate spill threatens their town's wildlife, three recent college graduates on a journey of self-discovery risk everything to find the truth.
"Readers who are passionate about the environment will appreciate The Star Thrower. I was drawn into the story immediately and had a hard time putting it down. As I read, I appreciated Kathleen Welton’s descriptive skills and how she made the technical parts of the legal proceedings understandable."
—Readers' Favorite, 5 Stars
"The Star Thrower is a captivating novella driven by three complex, engaging characters and written with poise and lucidity...a thought-provoking, timeless tale inspired by the past yet inflected with the anxieties of the present."
—The Book Review Directory
"What are you willing to do when something matters. That lingering thought is what gives the story its staying power, and it is exactly why it feels worth reading."
—The Book Revue
"The Star Thrower deserves a place on every bookshelf for its powerto inspire the reader to step up and contribute to causes that ensure a healthyfuture and well-being of our planet."
—Feathered Quill Book Reviews
"For anyone who has ever felt that their efforts were too small to make a difference, this novel illustrates that your voice matters, your courage is contagious, and one person’s choice to act can ultimately turn the tide for an entire community."—Authors Reading
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LOGLINE: After a company dumps chemicals near the ocean, three friends find themselves in a race against time to save the endangered wildlife. They solve the "what" and the "why" of the incident and discover their true selves.
The Star Thrower Screenplay
Written by Kathleen Welton Inspired by Loren Eiseley
HONORABLE MENTION
Nature without Borders International Film Festival
OFFICIAL SELECTION
American Story Showcase
QUARTERFINALIST
ScreenCraft Feature Competition
AWARD WINNER
6th Annual KinoDrome
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Save the Date! November 17, 2026 World Sea Star Day
