This page exists because art is meant to be a conversation, not a monologue. Every song I write, every chapter I publish, every raw diary entry I share—it's all an invitation for connection. What I never expected was how deeply that invitation would be accepted.

"When someone tells you that your song helped them feel less alone in their darkness, you realize that vulnerability isn't just brave—it's necessary. These stories are proof that authentic art creates authentic connection."

The messages below are real. They represent the conversations happening in private messages, the reviews that make me cry, and the random encounters that remind me why I do this work. If any of these resonate with you, know that you're part of something bigger. A community of people who refuse to pretend everything is fine when it's not.

Voices from the Community

Friend holding Blood of the Wild Gods book
"This books pretty good..it's poetic, but tells a story too."

Community Stories: In-Depth

Sometimes the stories shared with me deserve more than a quick feature—they deserve reflection, connection, and the kind of deep dive that helps us all understand we're not alone in this journey. These are my diary entries exploring the community stories that have found their way to me.