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I’m an author, screenwriter, explorer, and constant wanderer, always on the run. For my fellow bookworms, just another overthinker who turns emotions, mistakes, fears, dreams, and imagination into storytelling.

I let my creativity come through many different mediums and genres, and in the past, I’ve written screenplays, books, theatre plays, poetry, and short stories. Fluent in English, Croatian, and Spanish, I enjoy writing across languages and cultures, weaving multicultural perspectives and personal experiences into my stories. My screenplay ‘The Two of Us’ was recently selected as one of the top eight screenplays at the Manchester Film Festival.

“Never give up on something you can’t go a day without thinking about.”

I would characterize my writing style as direct yet lyrical prose that balances simplicity with deep emotional resonance, blending mystery elements with profound character study. I prioritize internal character development, conflict, and emotion over fast-paced actions; focusing on flawed and complex characters and creating the atmosphere. In my writing, I often explore themes such as vulnerability, identity, complicated human connections, and moral ambiguity. I enjoy exploring complex ideas, situations, and breaking out of social (and sometimes industry) norms.

Some stories begin with a question. Some begin with a wound. And others begin with both.

The truth will break you. But the pain will save you.

Editing hurts, and is definitely my least favorite part of the process 😭 I had to cut a lot of paragraphs from my original manuscript, even though I loved them. (Unless, you all do want to read 800 pages of me overthinking and overexplaining 😂)

I’ve read so many books that have moved me, shaped me, and quietly stitched themselves into who I am—not only as a writer, but as a person. As I’m soon to give you my debut novel, I wanted to start giving all those books I carry in my heart a little nod they deserve, beginning with Beartown by Fredrik Backman.

Entering my “I wrote a book and it’s actually coming out” era.

Joining this trend before it’s too late! 🐙

“Little did I know back then that the golden boys are rarely made of gold at all. That the most vocal guardians of virtue are often its most desperate fugitives.” (an excerpt from Not of This Brood)

Wait… January, February, March... April? How is it already April? 😱

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