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Nearly fifty years after his celebrated novel 'Atomic Autumn', Harris Shaw lives alone in Westchester, New York, accompanied only by his cat. His days are filled with attempts to write another masterpiece on his typewriter, but frustration leads him to discard many failed pages, isolating himself further.

Lucy Stanbridge grapples with the burden of her deceased father Joseph's struggling publishing business. After a scathing review in the New York Times, she faces mounting pressure, leading her to consider selling the company amid concerns about its future.

Amidst turmoil, Jack Sinclair expresses interest in acquiring Lucy's publishing business, although she is hesitant about his intentions. Jack, viewed as a surrogate son by her late father, promises to maintain the company’s original essence, which causes Lucy to deeply consider her options.

To revitalize the company, Lucy and her friend Rachel decide to seek out Harris Shaw, realizing his obligation to produce another book could save the business. They embark on a snowy trek to his remote house, filled with hope for a renewed collaboration.

Upon their arrival, Lucy and Rachel find a reluctant Harris who meets them with skepticism and a loaded gun. After much persuasion, they reveal their urgent need for a manuscript, but an initially hesitant Harris stands firm in his belief that he cannot write anymore.

In the solitude of his home after their visit, Harris finds inspiration and completes a manuscript entitled 'The Future is X-Rated'. This unexpected creativity brings excitement as he finally creates a story that could potentially reignite both his career and Lucy's hopes.

While attempting to cross a busy street to promote his new manuscript, Harris faces a humorous challenge as angry pedestrians honk at him. Despite his age and the chaos, this moment becomes pivotal for Lucy, reigniting her hope for the future of the business.

Harris's first promotional event takes a disastrous turn when he confronts Halpern Nolan, the New York Times critic. His temper leads to his arrest, which only exacerbates the struggles of the publishing company as book sales decline significantly.

Lucy discovers a bar in Boston that Harris frequents, where he unexpectedly wins over the crowd with his bold remarks. This engagement becomes a surprising success for the book despite the overall lukewarm sales, sparking ideas for future promotions.

Determined to boost Harris's book visibility, Lucy devises a fresh marketing strategy by showcasing ordinary people reading his novel online. This creative approach revitalizes interest, and Lucy and Harris travel from motel to motel promoting the book.

While preparing for an appearance on 'The Tonight Show', Harris shares emotional revelations about his past and the loss of his wife, Elizabeth. These moments of vulnerability resonate with audiences, marking a significant turn in his journey as a public figure.

Unforeseen complications lead Lucy and Harris to visit the nursing home where Joseph, Lucy's late father, resides. During this visit, past grievances resurface and prompt reflection on their family legacy and moral responsibilities.

As pressures mount on Lucy from creditors, she learns of Harris's declining health. This revelation prompts Lucy and Rachel to care for him, igniting a bond filled with shared history and unspoken regrets about their pasts.

Amidst the mounting chaos and dwindling hope, Harris sits down at his typewriter one last time. This act symbolizes both his final stand as a writer and the emotional complexities faced by both him and Lucy as they approach the end of their journey.

Following the sale of the publishing company, an emotional reckoning occurs as Lucy scatters the ashes of Harris's late wife in a cherished location. The story concludes ambiguously, leaving Lucy with a letter that reveals a trunk of Harris's unpublished works, ensuring his legacy endures.