The first chapter opens with a description of the plot of the book. It begins with a message from the narrator, who informs the audience that the book is about to be published. The narrator informs us that the story is about a group of humans who have been attacked by a swarm of flies. The group is led by Rob Levin, who is the editor of the publication, and is joined by a number of other members of the team, including the art director, the sales manager, the editorial intern, the director of film and tv, and the licensing and publicity manager.