Seven years ago, a seemingly innocuous Instagram post sparked a profound transformation in my life. Back then, I was knee-deep in blogging and book reviews, driven by an unwavering passion for the written word. Reading had always been my solace, my escape into countless worlds, and it was only natural that the urge to create…

Recently, someone asked me a question that lingered in my mind: “Is Isla you?” I hesitated momentarily, then replied with a simple yet complex “yes and no.” You see, Isla Delgado, the young protagonist of “Mrs. Franchy’s Evil Ring and the Six Months that Changed Everything,” is a mosaic of influences in my life. She’s…

John came into my life barking and left just the same. Today, I said goodbye to my oldest fur baby, John. While stationed in South Korea, I went out with my boss to get lunch at Waegwan’s McDonald’s. Right after getting our meals, a frantic bark caught my attention. We got out of the car…