A Dream, A Storm, A Novel
It’s an honor to write this while reflecting on the journey I’ve had since I started writing. Looking back, writing was my escape, an open door to worlds I could create and control. Sometimes, I would get lost in maladaptive daydreams, playing out scenes in my head like a movie, compelling me to pick up a pen and paper or even scribble words into the sand. It brought me relief, joy, and a sense of belonging within my own imagination.
At first, it was just a habit, one I wouldn't even call a talent. I wrote for myself, with myself in every story. But soon, I started sharing my words with friends. Writing became my quiet refuge, a space where I didn't need to talk or explain, where my characters’ fates rested in my hands. And the joy on my readers' faces, the curiosity, the smiles, that was all the satisfaction I needed.
Then, I ventured into blogging. I started with ellizy.wordpress.com, where I experienced the full intensity of blogging, watching the stats rise, feeling that brief rush of accomplishment. Now, I blog at nurunarratives.blogspot.com, a space that truly feels like home. Here, I write without the pressure of numbers or metrics, just the pure love of storytelling.
In February 2023, I had an idea for my first novel. With nothing but a so-called "talent" and no formal writing skills, I decided to take the leap. I even wrote down what I thought was the perfect idea, only to realize it was too good to start with. I told myself, "This idea is too precious to be my first. Let me save it for later." And so, I changed it. The story I ultimately chose became the one that exists today.
I officially began constructing my novel on March 25, 2023, and now, two years later, on March 20, 2025, I can finally say, I did it. I’ve been through so much in between: doubt, family responsibilities, anxiety, procrastination, depression. But I pushed through, with the unwavering support of my dear mother, whom I love beyond words.
And today, I am proud to announce my first novel:
PEELING THE LAYERS
A story of love, choices, and unraveling truths, Peeling the Layers follows Emma on a journey of self-discovery, one that shakes the very foundation of everything she thought she knew.
While writing this novel, my home was hit by a wave of darkness, a storm that left me caught between sorrow and solace. Some days, the only comfort I found was in the rhythm of my fingers on the keyboard. I don’t know if I’ll ever fully move on from that wave, but one thing is certain: Peeling the Layers will forever remind me of it. It was never meant to happen this way, yet here it is, a coincidence that shaped my life.
The eBook will be available on April 5, 2025, and the countdown starts now!
Pre-orders are open, press the link! 👇
As we wait for Peeling the Layers to land, I hope I find the strength to write more, to keep you entertained, and to continue sharing my world with you.
Let’s all live happily…
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