Janice Wee's Blog: Jam 5 World of Stories

New Project with an old friend

I met my childhood friend Jyoti. She's now a professional proofreader and studying for her PHD in humanities. Over lunch, she proposed we do a project together for old times sake.

I've told all the stories I have to tell. Okay, I still have some memories my late dad shared with me before his passing... stories of his childhood and his brothers when they were little. Not enough material for a full book. Also I have a nagging feeling that I don't have enough time to complete a brand new series, which is what such a book would probably begin.

My key book, what I feel my entire life led up to, is The Quest for Immortality, my Emunah Chronicles novel.

I proposed we work on a second edition of that novel and she said yes!

She is proofreading, and we'll work together to make it better.

I'm writing new sections on full character write-ups with exclusive tidbits in the new edition, since I've completed all the books in that Emunah Universe.

I'm also dreaming up a new cover for that new edition.
Will keep you updated.

Dragon Unbound. My final book

It's been an amazing adventure writing books, but all good things must come to an end.

This is my final book.
Dragon Unbound is the grand finale of the entire Emunah Chronicles Universe.


Dragon Unbound

It's a story about a young couple in love, Billy and Bluma, who grow up, marry and start a family in the Millennial Kingdom, which starts off as a Utopia.

Billy has super strength. Over a span of a thousand years, he juggles multiple roles as husband, father, global protector, secret agent, school teacher and eventually king of his own nation.

This is a story of love, family, betrayal, hope and faith that I hope will bless the reader.

Mary's Flight. Emunah Short Stories Grand Finale

The time of Jacob's trouble is coming. Are you ready?

Mary's Flight traces a young woman's flight from her birth home to her ancestral land. There she falls in love with her gorgeous landlord.

All is not what it seems.
Peace is but a lie.
Watch the trailer at https://youtu.be/Gw-E2VA-TSE?si=Jwp4U...


Mary's Flight

Billy's a superhero!

Billy Lionheart received super strength in Billy & Bluma. Double Trouble.

When Billy and Bluma return to St Lydia's Academy to start the new school term, Billy's strength goes wild!

At the same time, Leonard Lion, the secret agent of Immortal King Jayden, receives a gadget upgrade : flying gloves!
The problem is, the poor lion can't get a handle on his new flying power!

While on a school trip, someone poisons Leonard Lion and tries to kill Billy and friends. Who is it?
Can Billy, Bluma and their new buddies stop the killer?
Find out in Secret Hero & His Flying Lion

Coming up next

I’m thrilled to share that Billy & Bluma: Double Trouble, Book 2 in The Adventures of Billy Lionheart series, is launching on May 2, 2025, and it’s packed with heart-pounding fun for middle-grade readers! If you love Narnia-inspired tales, quirky characters, and faith-filled adventures, this one’s for you.
Billy & Bluma. Double Trouble.


Picture this: Billy, a boy who chats with animals, reunites with his childhood friend Bluma, who’s kneading bread dough when a mischievous monkey drops a glowing, indestructible orb into it! Their lion guardian, Leonard, chomps into the loaf and—ouch!

—breaks a tooth. What follows is pure hilarity: the kids tie Leonard’s tooth to a boulder, roll it downhill, and crash—the tooth’s out, but so is a mysterious porcelain box with a map and a coin bearing Aunt Mathilda’s face. She’s their resurrected nanny, back as an immortal tribulation saint, and the kids are off to find her!

From dodging a sneaky cult leader’s Carnival City to Billy unlocking divine super strength, this adventure is a wild ride through the Millennial Kingdom. Want a sneak peek? Check out the short book trailer below, where Billy and Bluma tackle Leonard’s toothache in the most epic (and laugh-out-loud) way!
Why You’ll Love It: Perfect for kids 8–12 who crave action, humor, and stories that weave faith with fantasy.
Preorder Now: Just $2.99 (eBook, ISBN: 9798230168522) or $12.99 (paperback, ISBN: 9798227061287).
Get Yours:

Billy & Bluma. Double Trouble

Explore the Series: The Adventures of Billy Lionheart.

I’d love to hear from you! Have you read Book 1 of Billy Lionheart?

Billy The Lion Boy

What’s your favorite middle-grade adventure trope—talking animals, hidden maps, or daring quests?

Drop a comment below, and let’s chat!

Happy reading,
Janice Wee
https://www.janicewee.com

Here's a scene from Billy The Lion Boy

Counting down to the 23 March 2025 launch of my new series The Adventures of Billy Lionheart.

It's going to be a fun filled ride!



Billy The Lion Boy

Here's the book trailer, featuring one of Billy's escapades.
https://t.co/oSxMSvwMZc

Sneak peek into my new series

Here's the cover of my next book, the first of my new series, The Adventures of Billy Lionheart.






The main character is that precocious little boy in my Emunah Chronicles series, and Emunah Short Stories series, Billy.

Billy Lionheart is a mortal, in a world where mortals and immortals live side by side.

His nanny is Leonard, the lion, who is equipped with a wearable universal translator.

The characters from my Emunah Chronicles and Emunah Short Stories series continue their stories through this series, told through Billy's eyes.

I have drafted the outline of this entire series and am writing the first book, Billy The Lion Boy now.

It's going to be loads of fun and quite an adventure.

I hope to launch it this month or in March 2025

Emunah Short Stories Book 8

Mary's Flight, by Janice Wee, is a tale of a Jewish woman who flees a lynching mob, into the safe attic of a stranger, Samantha. Things don't improve, so she decides to make Aliyah.

Sam introduces Mary to Barry, and cupid strikes. Then chaos breaks out.

In humanity's darkest hour, a woman with angel's wing haunts Mary's dreams.

Who is she?
What does she want?

Read Mary's Flight now.

Lydia's 12 Christmases

I'm thrilled to share with you my latest novelette, Lydia's 12 Christmases.
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It launches 1 December 2024 -- Just in time for Christmas!

Lydia's 12 Christmases. weaves together the magic, melancholy, and mystery of the holiday season into a tapestry of life's most profound moments.

What's the Book About?

"Lydia's 12 Christmases" follows the journey of our protagonist Lydia through twelve transformative Christmases, each marking a significant milestone in her life:

* From Her Birth: Experience the joy and chaos of Christmas Day through the eyes of Lydia's father as she enters the world.

* To Her Sweet Sixteen: Witness her first dance of love under the mistletoe.

* Through Loss and Reunion: Feel the depth of sorrow at her parents' and brother's passing, and the unexpected joy of her father's miraculous return.

But the story doesn't end there. After the sixth Christmas, Lydia's world is turned upside down by an event that alters the very fabric of society. The book then delves into her struggle for survival during the subsequent Christmases amidst a backdrop of a world in tribulation.


Why You'll Love This Book:

* Emotional Depth: Each Christmas brings a new layer of emotion, from joy to sorrow, love to despair, and ultimately, hope.

* Unique Structure: A narrative told through annual Christmas celebrations offers a fresh perspective on life's pivotal moments.

* A Blend of Genres: Start with family warmth and holiday cheer, evolve into a poignant tale of survival, faith, and redemption.

Lydia's 12 Christmases. would be a perfect Christmas gift for the woman who likes to read. Pre order a copy for yourself and for your best book buddy.

Connect with Me:

I'd love to hear your thoughts or any questions you might have about "Lydia's 12 Christmases." You can reach out to me here on Goodreads.

Thank you for your continued support and for allowing stories like Lydia's to find a place in your hearts and homes this Christmas.

Happy reading,
Janice Wee

Emma vs Emunah

I just created a new book trailer for Emunah

Emunah and Emma have opposite opinions on what is coming.

Emma's had alien encounters and is obsessed with the alien's promise of evolution.

Emunah looks forward to The Rapture.

When people vanish, who was right?

View the Emunah vs Emma trailer