In the depths of despair, once-celebrated author Ethan Howley faces the harsh reality of two lost decades without a hit novel, haunted by alcoholism, depression, and a fractured family. After receiving crushing news of his latest book's cancellation, Ethan contemplates the end, having been pushed to the brink of financial ruin. In a dark moment of desperation, he decides to use the legendary pen of author Chester Stone, his most prized possession, to write his own farewell. It's during this chilling act that Ethan accidentally uncovers a secret, the pen can magically write on its own.