Being an Armenian Voice in Fantasy Literature

The email sits in my inbox for three days before I can bring myself to respond. A reader has written to thank me for Light Weaver, saying it’s the first time they’ve seen Armenian culture represented in fantasy. Their words fill me with joy and terror in equal measure. Joy because I’ve succeeded in creating…

Between Worlds: Why I Write the Stories I Needed

I still remember the first time I found a book with an Armenian character in my local library. I was maybe twelve, scanning the shelves like I always did, not really expecting anything as I flipped through pages of books that looked interesting. Then it happened. I saw that name—unmistakably Armenian—and my heart actually jumped….

Light Weaver

A young adult fantasy fairytale rooted in Armenian mythology “A rich tapestry of epic storytelling that will leave you wanting more.” ~ J.C. Cervantes, New York Times bestselling author of The Storm Runner series When eighteen-year-old relic thief Satya steals an ancient resurrection artifact from the Golden King, she uncovers his dark secret: he’s a puppet to…

Reading Between the Grounds

Armenian Coffee Divination Across Generations The memory is as clear as yesterday. The dark grounds swirl at the bottom of my cup as I brush a thumb over them, just as my mother taught me. Our kitchen is filled with the rich aroma of Armenian coffee, that distinctive scent that has always meant home, comfort,…