“Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten.”
Where is all began…
As a young reader, I was drawn to thrillers and horror stories. At first, I thought it was the unstoppable monsters that captivated me. But as I grew older, I realized it wasn’t just the monsters - it was the question of how they could be stopped that truly hooked me.
Life often throws unimaginable challenges our way, making us feel powerless in the face of our own monsters. But like the heroes in our stories, we have the strength to stand our ground. We may not control what comes at us, but we do control how we respond - and knowing that makes us incredibly strong.
One scene, one paragraph, one line - that’s all it takes to change someone’s life.
I’ve been inspired by many master storytellers, but the ones who stand out most are Pete Docter, Stephen King, and Andy Weir. Their work has pushed me to challenge myself, to reach new creative heights, and - through their own personal struggles - reminded me to keep writing.
I was never supposed to be an author. As a child, I was diagnosed with dyslexia, something that led others to treat me differently, as if my potential had a limit. As I grew older, I hid this part of myself, afraid that if people knew, I would once again be seen as incapable of achieving my dreams. But over time, I learned that dyslexia wasn’t a weakness - it was a superpower. It gave me a unique way of seeing people, the world, and the stories within it. It taught me to problem-solve in unconventional ways and envision futures others deemed impossible.
But to harness that power, I first had to accept myself.
I hope my work inspires others to embrace their own unique strengths because within each of us lies a greatness waiting to be discovered.
