The Door Locks Behind You: Night Shift Part II
Curiosity is a dangerous thing in the Exclusion Zone. Last week, we met Koram, a maintenance worker just trying to get through his shift in Sector 9. He found a…
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January 26, 2026
The Horror of Being “Normal” in a Magical World
We usually read fantasy stories from the perspective of the powerful. We follow the chosen ones, the mages, the students learning to control the elements. They walk through magical schools…
January 20, 2026
The Archives Are Open: Enter the Exclusion Zone
The Conservatory isn't just a school. It’s a cage. And sometimes, the things growing inside the cage are scarier than the jungle outside. While I finish editing the main manuscript…
January 16, 2026
The Archives Are Open: Enter the Exclusion Zone
The Conservatory isn't just a school. It’s a cage. And sometimes, the things growing inside the cage are scarier than the jungle outside. While I finish editing the main manuscript…
January 15, 2026
The Chemistry of Survival: Writing Romance in the Exclusion Zone
In most romance novels, the question is: "Will they or won't they?" In The Conservatory of Thorns, the question is: "If they do, will they survive it?" I’ve been deep…
January 13, 2026
Welcome to the Conservatory
If you are reading this, you have likely strayed off the path. Welcome. I’m Sylvia. I have always been fascinated by the places where the pavement cracks and the weeds…
January 7, 2026