I didn’t start reading books because someone told me to. It happened slowly, almost accidentally. I was in school, sitting in the back of the class during a free period, when I picked up a book just to pass the time. It wasn’t anything grand—just a small story about a boy who didn’t fit in. But somehow, as I read page after page, it felt like the book was speaking to me more than anyone around me ever had.

At home, things were often noisy or tense. Life wasn’t always kind. People argued, doors slammed, and sometimes, it felt like no one was really listening. But when I opened a book, everything else faded. The noise outside stopped mattering. I could travel to other worlds, meet people who were brave, broken, curious, or lost—just like me.

Over time, reading became my way of understanding feelings I didn’t know how to talk about. It helped me make sense of the world, and of myself. Some books made me cry. Some made me think. A few made me laugh out loud when I needed it most. But all of them gave me something I couldn’t find anywhere else—stillness and connection.

Now, whenever things feel heavy, I pick up a book. Not to escape, but to feel understood. Each story reminds me that I’m not alone in how I see the world, or how I move through it. That somewhere, someone else has felt the same confusion, the same hope, the same longing.

That’s why I read books. Not because I have to. But because somewhere along the way, they became a part of who I am.

This is my very short and compressed take on the meaning of life. Feedback wanted!

An early childhood friendship ended too short. Hikaru Akai now finds herself trying to remember what happened 10 years ago. And figure out who this ghost is that's following her around.

This is the true story of my bus ride home from school one day. The story of a man speaking his truth to the world.

In the seventh installment of "The Land of Spade," "The Second Jewel War," the stakes are higher than ever as legendary warriors and mages clash in an epic battle for ultimate power. As alliances shift and betrayals unfold, the land trembles under the might of powerful jewels and ancient magic. Kaipo and Joker face off in a relentless struggle, their abilities pushing the boundaries of reality itself. Meanwhile, the enigmatic Ivel and the rogue High Mage Zack engage in a duel that will reshape the fate of the universe. With masterful storytelling and breathtaking battles, this gripping tale of power, betrayal, and redemption will leave you on the edge of your seat, desperate to discover who will emerge victorious in the war for the Jewels.

Celestial Alliances (Book 3)- Join High Mage Drew as he leads the Astral Concord Delegation through the cosmic wilderness to The Luminar Concordia Universe. Here, diplomacy is as perilous as battle, and the alliances forged under twinkling stars hold the key to the fragile peace across the universes.

The Siege of Areala (Book 4)- The once serene Areala faces its darkest hour as it withstands a brutal siege. Astralith and Malacar unleash their wrath, seeking Jewels that could tilt the balance of power forever. As the universe braces for its potential fall, heroes rise from the ashes to defend their ancestral lands against overwhelming darkness.

Shadowed Thrones (Book 5)- As the echoes of war reverberate, the Land of Spade is drawn into a vortex of intrigue and betrayal. Zara and Levi find themselves navigating a complex web of alliances and enmities. Every throne casts a shadow, and beneath these, new threats simmer, ready to usurp power and plunge the realms into chaos.

The Land of Spade Operation (Book 6)- Tyranny casts a long shadow over Ashenvale as High Mages Zara, Levi, and Mike confront King Roger's despotic rule. What begins as a mission to free an oppressed village spirals into a larger battle for justice and freedom, testing the limits of their courage and the bonds of their loyalty.

This is a letter I wrote to the Canadian government asking them to try their best to prevent Azerbaijan from invading Armenia.

So this is not a work of fiction. It's the true life story of a person I met and the experience I had with her. I'm sharing this so that you can keep this lady in your prayers, as she is struggling. She is a beautiful, amazing soul. But she needs the protection of whatever divinity is out there.

Dive into "The Land of Spade Book 2: Ascension's Edge," where the fate of universes teeters on the edge of war. Amidst the aftermath of betrayal and the shadow of impending conflict, the Areala Universe braces for its greatest challenge yet: the Trials of Ascension. Heroes from every planet will converge, their strength tested, their spirits tried, as they vie for a place in the StarGuard, the ultimate force of defense.

This is my letter I wrote to the Canadian government about the importance of Mandatory Human Rights and Environment Due Diligence Laws, which would improve the wellbeing of workers, communities, and ecosystems around the world.  Please send them a letter as well, either in your own words or using this letter as a template.

This is my letter I wrote to the Canadian government asking them to increase support to Ukraine so that the people can fight off colonization. Please send a letter as well, in your own words or using this letter as a template.

This is the letter I wrote to the Canadian government asking them to help the people of Sudan. Please write your own letter, either in your own words or using this letter as a template.