Welcome to my writing journal.
This is a place where I share thoughts, writing updates, creative discoveries, and moments from the journey behind my books. Some entries may offer a glimpse into works in progress, while others may explore imagination, history, travel, language, and the everyday experiences that inspire new stories.
Writing is a journey of curiosity and wonder, and I am grateful to share that journey with my readers. Whether you are discovering my books for the first time or returning for a new adventure, I am delighted that you are here.
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Thank you for being part of the Proseplaneta journey.
Tess Varden
June 18th, 2026 A Small Milestone
Today feels like a special day.
After many weeks of work, learning, experimenting, and occasionally wondering if I had clicked the right button, I have finally finished building my website myself. Every page, every image, every description, and every small detail was created one step at a time. It took much longer than I expected, and because of that I haven’t been writing as much as I wanted to recently. But it was worth every hour. Creating this website has given my books a home — a place where readers can discover my stories, follow my journey, and share in the adventures that inspire me.
While working on the website, one project patiently waited on my desk: the next book in my Sophia & Nick’s Magical Adventures series — The Dragon Realm. I am excited to say that now I can finally return to it. Sophia, Nick, and the dragons of Draconia have been waiting for me, and I cannot wait to continue their story.
Thank you to everyone who visits this website and supports my work. Every reader, every message, and every kind word means more than you know.
The adventure continues.
June 19th, 2026
Today I finished all of the illustrations for The Dragon Realm.
It feels a little strange to write those words because I’ve spent so much time in Draconia with Sophia, Nick, Pyrelon, and all the dragons. What started as an idea slowly became a complete adventure filled with magic, friendship, courage, and a few challenges along the way.
Now that the illustrations are finished, I’m moving on to the next step — putting the book together and preparing it for publication.
This is always one of my favorite parts of the process. The story, the artwork, the characters, and all the little details finally come together and begin to look like a real book.
I’m excited to see The Dragon Realm take its final shape, and I can’t wait to share it with you.
Thank you for following this journey with me.
ProseplanetA by Tess Varden 