Introduction

A Note to Early Readers
This book is still very much a work in progress. It is being written, rewritten, edited, reorganized, and expanded—and by the time it is finished, it may look very different from what you are reading today.
As I write, I constantly go back to revise earlier chapters, move scenes around, combine ideas, remove sections, and add new ones. The story is evolving, and you're getting a behind-the-scenes look at that creative process.So, please don't judge it too harshly in its current form. If you have comments or suggestions, I'd love to hear them—they're often incredibly helpful as the book takes shape.
This draft is still a long way from being ready for publication, but I decided to share it anyway. Some readers enjoy seeing a book grow from its earliest stages, and I enjoy getting feedback along the way.
I also tend to work on several books at once. Sometimes I'll set one aside for weeks or months while another captures my attention, then return with fresh ideas and a new perspective.
Think of this as a preview—a glimpse into what's currently on my writing desk and where my imagination is taking me next.