MacKenzie Scott’s first novel in 13 years is being called ‘baffling’—and critics are left asking what message she’s trying to send
- Posted on October 3, 2026
- By Fortune
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In brief
MacKenzie Scott, the billionaire philanthropist renowned for her $26 billion charitable contributions, has made a surprising return to fiction writing with her first novel in over a decade. Released exclusively on Substack rather than traditional publishing channels, the work has sparked considerable debate among literary critics who struggle to interpret its underlying themes and artistic intentions, raising questions about her creative vision.
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MacKenzie Scott’s first novel in 13 years is being called ‘baffling’—and critics are left asking what message she’s trying to send
The billionaire philanthropist who’s donated $26 billion gave away Last Days in Two Nations for free on Substack, noticeably not on Amazon.
