Some stories grow with you.
The Apple and the Rose has always held a special place in my heart. In fact, it’s the very first story I ever felt compelled to finish—originally scribbled in notebooks during my high school years, reimagined, rewritten, and finally brought to life after a long, winding journey. Now, as the first book in a planned fairy tale–inspired trilogy, it represents more than just a story—it’s a return to a dream I refused to let go of.
The seeds of inspiration came from two...