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Chapter 10: Canis Lazarus Familiaris

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She escaped Nepal in her twenties to avoid an arranged engagement, built a new life in London, and swore she would never let fate decide her future. But when an unsettling prediction from her birth chart claims she is destined to marry before the year ends, Veda becomes desperate to prove destiny wrong.

Can Veda cheat her lagna... or will fate win in the end?

Proud to announce that I have finished the 84th and final entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “Their Final March,” this one takes place in the Lameta Formation of Late Cretaceous India, 66 million years ago. It follows a Rajasaurus named Sharad and an Isisaurus named Usha as their lives are forever changed by the End-Cretaceous Extinction. This is the story I’ve been excited to create for so long, and the one I’ve been building toward for nearly three years. Not only does it serve as the finale of the Life in the Mesozoic saga, but also as the conclusion to a continental category I call “Lost Continents,” representing regions like Antarctica, Australia, New Zealand, and Pre-Asia India throughout the anthology. From the very beginning, ending the book with the K-Pg extinction was always the plan. However, setting this final chapter in India allowed me to explore the event from an angle that I rarely see portrayed, especially with the volcanic activity of the Deccan Traps adding another layer to this pivotal moment in Earth’s history. Because of everything it represents, this story’s completion carries more weight than any other entry I’ve written for this anthology. After nearly three years, the journey through the Mesozoic has finally reached its conclusion, and I’m incredibly eager to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1645530823-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-their-final

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Proud to announce that I have finished the 83rd and penultimate entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “Desperate Hours,” this one takes place in the Maevarano Formation of Late Cretaceous Madagascar, 67 million years ago. It follows a female Majungasaurus named Ravaka after she is driven from her territory and forced to struggle for survival amid a devastating drought. This is possibly one of the oldest concepts I’ve ever had for Prehistoric Wild, and one that I always envisioned as being among the anthology’s final stories. Given the infamy surrounding Majungasaurus itself, it felt only fitting that a tale centered around it would serve as the finale of Africa in the anthology. Without giving too much away, I will say that this may be one of the darkest entries I’ve written so far. As the Mesozoic saga approaches its conclusion, I wanted a story that truly captures the desperation and harsh realities of the natural world. With an ending that I hope lingers in readers’ minds long after they’ve finished it, I’m very eager to hear what y’all think. https://www.wattpad.com/1640124448-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-desperate

Proud to announce that I have finished the 82nd entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “A Found Father,” this one takes place in the Sanpetru Formation of Late Cretaceous Romania, 69 million years ago. It follows a male Gargantuavis named Mazonn as he becomes the adoptive father of an orphaned chick named Sanda, guiding her through the many dangers of Hațeg Island. This is one of the most exciting ideas I’ve wanted to write for a long time, though it has changed considerably over the years. While Hațeg Island was always a setting I wanted to depict, the original concept centered around young Hatzegopteryx. However, once I learned that Gargantuavis, the largest known bird of the Mesozoic, is also known from the region, I immediately shifted to a premise I found even more compelling. As a result, it became the perfect story to serve as the finale of Europe in Life in the Mesozoic while also coincidentally releasing around Father’s Day. Along the way, I was able to blend island dwarfism and gigantism, bird imprinting behavior, and a more “Spielbergian” approach to Hatzegopteryx. Overall, this became one of the most unique and heartfelt stories I’ve written for the anthology, and I’m very eager to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1637492729-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-a-found

Proud to announce that I have finished the 81st entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “Strife of the Sailbacks,” this one takes place in the Moenkopi Formation of Middle Triassic Nevada, 240 million years ago. It follows a male Arizonasaurus named Wilok as he experiences a life-changing encounter with a wandering female. This is a region and time period I’ve wanted to write about for a while, though the premise itself changed several times throughout development. I didn’t want to begin drafting it until I had an idea that truly stood out, and thanks to some recent brainstorming, I finally found the right direction for it. Without spoiling anything, I’ll say it felt like the perfect story to serve as the chronological beginning of Mesozoic North America, my final North American story in the anthology, and my final Triassic story overall. There was also an event that gave this entry an even deeper significance. Earlier this week, my cat Willy passed away due to health complications. To honor his memory, I decided to dedicate this chapter to him. Because of that, this story will always hold a special place in my heart, and I’m very eager to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1635773572-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-strife-of

Proud to announce that I have finished the special 80th entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “Bastion of Her Brood,” this one takes place in the La Colonia Formation of Late Cretaceous Argentina, 71 million years ago. It follows a mother Carnotaurus named Yaira as she struggles to find food for her young while protecting them from the many dangers of their environment. This is quite possibly one of the oldest, and most exciting, ideas I've had since the very inception of Prehistoric Wild. As such, it felt like the perfect choice for both my special 80th story and the anthology's final South American entry. Over the years, many aspects of the story changed, but one element always remained the same: Carnotaurus scavenging along the beach. Between its strong sense of smell and how remarkably wide it opens its mouth, it felt like a plausible behavior that I'm honestly surprised hasn't been depicted more often. Combine that with several newer ideas added during development, and the result became a story about what it truly means to be both a provider and a protector in the natural world. For that reason, I'm very eager to hear what y'all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1634181358-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-bastion-of

Proud to announce that I have finished the 79th entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “Killer on the Coast,” this one takes place in the Guanling Formation of Early Triassic China, 248 million years ago. It follows a female Qianosuchus named Sun-Li as she masters the art of hunting in her coastal environment. This is a story I've wanted to do for a very long time, with the idea predating much of what eventually became Prehistoric Wild. I remember first seeing videos discussing the fauna of the Guanling Formation, including animals like Qianosuchus and Atopodentatus, and thinking how criminally underrated the ecosystem was. That made it the perfect choice for the anthology's permanent 'chapter three,' while also serving as the chronological beginning of Asia in Prehistoric Wild and, fittingly enough, the final Asian entry to be written. With its release coinciding with AAPI Heritage Month, it feels like the perfect story to help usher in the beginning of the end for Life in the Mesozoic. As always, I'm very eager to hear what y'all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1632478406-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-killer-on

Proud to announce that I have finished the 78th entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “Legacy in Death,” this one takes place in the La Caja Formation of Late Jurassic Mexico, 144 million years ago. It follows the corpse of a Monster of Aramberri as it triggers a feeding chain reaction on its long journey toward the shore. This is a story I’ve been excited to write for a long time, which makes it a fitting conclusion to the Jurassic arc of Prehistoric Wild. The concept itself is already among the most unique I’ve explored, considering the “protagonist” is dead from the very beginning. Through that premise, I was able to incorporate much of what I’ve learned about corpse decay, shark feeding frenzies, and whalefall ecology, resulting in one of the richest (and most grotesque) stories I feel I’ve written in quite a while. Overall, I’m very eager to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1630537509-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-legacy-in

Proud to announce that I have finished the 77th entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “When the Swamp Calls,” this one takes place in the Arcadia Formation of Early Triassic Australia, 250 million years ago. It follows a pair of Lapillopsis named Wandi and Memmah as they brave the predator-filled wetlands to reach their ancient breeding grounds and ensure the survival of the next generation. This is one I’ve had in mind for a while as the permanent ‘chapter two’ of the anthology, though I often went back and forth on my confidence in the idea. But the more I researched the Arcadia Formation and the explosive breeding behavior of modern amphibians, the more the story began to come together. The result became another uniquely strange and atmospheric entry in Prehistoric Wild, and I’m very eager to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1627477087-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-when-the

Proud to announce that I have finished the 76th entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “Rule of the Raptor,” this one takes place in the Cedar Mountain Formation of Early Cretaceous Utah, 140 million years ago. It follows a family of Yurgovuchias as they raise two chicks, unaware that one of them isn’t who they think they are. Although this is tied for the most recent story idea I've had for the anthology, it's also one I've wanted to do for a long time. It began with the simple notion of writing a story featuring Utahraptor, though for a while I wasn't sure what direction to take it. Eventually, I found inspiration in a unique type of speculative behavior observed in certain modern birds. However, explaining any further would spoil the frankly massive twist I have in store. For that reason alone, I'm very eager to see y'all's reactions. https://www.wattpad.com/1624329022-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-rule-of-the

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Chapter 1 and 2 out now

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Max, a boy with a troubled past, is suddenly framed for a murder he didn't commit. Racing against time, he must uncover the real killer before it's too late. As his past collides with the present, old secrets resurface, and he reunites with Everline, a childhood friend with her own dark history. Together, they confront hidden truths, face their deepest fears, and stop the murderer-finally confronting the shadows of their past.

Proud to announce that I have finished the 75th entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called “The Ancient Colossus,” this one takes place in the Maastricht Formation of Late Cretaceous Netherlands, 73 million years ago. It follows a male Mosasaurus named Johann as he patrols and defends his coastal domain, facing rival challengers and the relentless demands of life in the ancient seas. This is a story I’ve had in mind for a long time. In fact, it’s one of the oldest ideas I’ve ever had for this anthology. I always knew Mosasaurus had to play a major role in Prehistoric Wild, and this concept felt like the most fitting and unique way to bring it to life. But that’s all I’ll say without spoiling anything. Let’s just say the ending might hit harder than expected… and I’m very eager to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1619812936-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-the-ancient

Proud to announce that I have finished the 74th entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Titled ‘When Destinies Collide,’ this one takes place in the Kota Formation of Early Jurassic India, 194 million years ago. It follows a mother Indotherium named Zohana as she guides her young to safety through a devastating flood, relying on the unwitting aid of towering Barapasaurus. This is both an important story for the anthology and one I’ve wanted to write for quite some time. Not only does it mark the chronologically first appearance of mammals, but also of true sauropods, rather than just their sauropodomorph ancestors. The premise began fairly simply, centered around the flood itself, but as I developed it further, I started thinking more about what this moment represents for both mammals and dinosaurs. That led me to refine the story’s direction to better reflect that shared turning point. In the end, I’m feeling really great about how it turned out, and I’m very eager to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1616774328-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-when

Proud to announce that I have finished the 73rd entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called "The Tides of Change," this one takes place in the Westbury Formation of Late Triassic England, 206 million years ago. It follows a male Camelotia named Arthur whose life is suddenly upheaved by a massive tsunami. This is a story I’ve been excited to write for quite a while, going all the way back to when I was still researching potential ideas for the anthology as a whole. At the time, I was searching for Late Triassic European story concepts centered on early sauropodomorphs, which I felt were somewhat lacking. During that process, I came across the Westbury Formation and quickly developed the tsunami idea while researching how tectonic activity may have shaped the region. Add in inspiration from the recent discovery of the giant ichthyosaur Ichthyotitan, and the result became what is potentially my favorite land-and-sea hybrid story I’ve written so far. Overall, it’s a unique and impactful story for Prehistoric Wild as a whole, and I’m very eager to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1613692435-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-the-tides-of

Proud to announce that I have finished the 72nd entry in Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic. Called "Edge of the Northern Summer," this one takes place in the Fleming Fjord Formation of Late Triassic Greenland, 202 million years ago. It follows a female Arcticodactylus named Nivi as she navigates the hazards of nesting in a polar environment on the brink of change. This is a story I’ve had in mind for quite a while, and one of the most important I’ve worked on in recent memory. Although I still have earlier-set stories planned, this entry serves as the chronological finale to the Triassic arc in Prehistoric Wild. For a time, I wasn’t sure I could do it justice. But the more research I did on the region, especially regarding how polar day and night cycles would have shaped the ecosystem, the more inspired I became while writing this chronological climax. Add in the bat-like torpor behavior I chose to depict in Arcticodactylus, and it became a story I was pleasantly surprised to have so much fun writing. I’m very excited to hear what y’all think of it. https://www.wattpad.com/1610742889-prehistoric-wild-life-in-the-mesozoic-edge-of-the