Stepping Into My Second Book: An Inspirational Novel On The Way!

Ashiq Nur

9/8/20252 min read

When I look back at my journey as a writer, I realize how much my stories have grown with me. My debut, Still Finding You, was a romantic thriller—a book born out of deep emotions, heartbreak, and unanswered questions about love and betrayal. It was dark, intense, and personal. But once I finished it, something inside me shifted. I knew my next story had to be different.

This time, I wanted to write a book that doesn’t just stir emotions but also ignites hope. A book that not only entertains but also uplifts.

Why I Chose to Change My Genre

People often ask me why I decided to move from thrillers to inspiration. To me, the answer is both simple and deeply personal. Life itself is not just one genre—it’s a mix of struggles, mysteries, love, failures, and victories. My first novel explored the fragile side of human emotions, but my heart longed to create something that could motivate people, something that could remind them of their own strength.

I grew up seeing how hardships shape people. I’ve seen dreams crushed, but I’ve also seen courage turn the impossible into reality. That became the seed of my second novel: The story is fictional, but the spirit behind it is real. It carries the essence of everyone who has ever fought against the odds.

The Heart of My New Story

What readers will find in this book is not fantasy, but a mirror of real life.

  • A real-life journey of a boy who believes in turning dreams into reality.

  • The pain of rejection and the strength that comes from not giving up.

  • The truth that courage and perseverance are far stronger than any limitation society or circumstance tries to place on us.

At its core, this novel is about believing that human spirit is limitless.

Writing With Purpose

As I worked on this manuscript, I realized that writing is not just about putting words on paper. It’s about responsibility. With every page, I asked myself—what do I want my readers to feel when they finish this book?

The answer was clear: I want them to feel hope. I want them to see that their story, too, can be rewritten. That no matter how far away their dreams seem, they are not impossible.

The Bottom Line

This second novel marks a turning point in my identity as an author. From exploring the complexities of love and betrayal, I am now walking into the realm of resilience, hope, and inspiration. I don’t see this as abandoning one genre for another, but rather as expanding the range of human emotions I want to write about.

Every writer has a message they want to leave behind. Mine is simple: our spirit knows no boundaries, and our dreams deserve to soar higher than we ever imagined.

I can’t wait to share this book with you soon. Thank you for your love. Sayonara!!