Life After This by Seth Walker is an exploration of young adulthood, anxiety, and self discovery in between. The novella follows the story of Hayden Wheeler, a young gay male who unexpectedly finds himself confused about his future after high school, his struggles with anxiety and a new love interest. Walker writes from a place of familiarity, and the struggles of an everyday high schooler figuring out their future. Life After This is a realistic journey of friendship, the search for meaning beyond education, and acceptance of the unknown. It's a novella that challenges readers to reflect on their own lives, choices, and experiences.