Reborn as a Boat
A Novel
A cozy fantasy tale of identity, friendship, and finding home in unexpected places.
Elian awakens with no memory, finding themselves inexplicably embodied as a small, wooden sailing ship anchored in a secluded cove. As they navigate this new existence, they discover magical rooms within themselves, each containing fragments of their forgotten past.
Joined by Kaia, a young fire elemental running from her overprotective father, and Thorne, an elderly bookbinder with secrets of his own, Elian embarks on a journey of self-discovery across magical waters, pursued by those who seek to unravel the mystery of their transformation.
The Magical Rooms Within
The Library
Floor-to-ceiling bookshelves of dark wood; books organized by magical color-coding; pages that whisper faintly when touched.
The Greenhouse
Glass ceiling showing stars regardless of time of day; plants of impossible colors; golden fruit tree at center.
The Navigation Chamber
Star maps on domed ceiling; glowing charts that update themselves; maps showing both physical and magical currents.
The Star-Mapping Chamber
Ceiling that perfectly reflects the night sky; constellations from unknown worlds; stars that respond to questions by forming patterns.
"Identity isn't fixed but fluid, not defined by form but by connections. We are saved not just by magic but by the purpose we find and the hearts we touch."
Release Notes
May 5, 2025
- Chapters 14-19 have been updated to fix omissions and duplications (thanks to Fred Johansen for his meticulous work and attention to detail)
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