Little Creatures follows a science-loving twelve-year-old girl who recently moved from the city to a quiet town and discovers that her backyard and bedroom wall are hiding a magical mystery. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?

“From an early age, I was captivated by tales of fairies and elves—”Peter Pan” was my favorite. Alongside my love for stories, I had a deep passion for art, often spending hours sketching in my room. Around the age of twelve, I dreamed of writing a story about tiny elves hidden within the walls of a house. Life moved on, and that idea remained just a dream.

Today, as an author of adult fantasy, I decided to challenge myself by creating a children’s book. Instantly, my imagination returned to that twelve-year-old version of me—the one who longed to bring magical worlds to life. Now, I’ve finally fulfilled that dream and proudly checked it off my bucket list.”

In fantasy novels, it’s easy to get carried away with the magical powers characters have. How did you balance the use of supernatural powers?

“Because “Little Creatures” is a children’s story, I aimed to keep the supernatural powers simple and the narrative easy to follow—engaging young readers without overwhelming them with excessive detail.”

What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?

“The central theme of “Little Creatures” is that good always triumphs over evil. In a world often filled with chaos and destruction, I believe it’s important for children to experience stories with hopeful, fairytale endings—nurturing their imagination and reinforcing the power of positivity.”

Will this novel be the start of a series or are you working on a different story?

“Absolutely! I’ve already completed the sequel, “Rise of the Thramgrim,” and I’m excited to share that a third installment, “Curse of the Sandman,” is also in the works. This series is just beginning to unfold, and I can’t wait for readers to experience the journey ahead.” 

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