“I have seen the real version of myself in dreams, asleep or awake. How I become the real version is up to me only.”

Jesme

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At twelve years old, J.Esme began her writing journey, inspired by her grandmother Imelia—a former writer, poet, and novelist—as well as literary greats like Toni Morrison and Agatha Christie. Alongside her Four series, Esme is the author of LEGACY, a royal-themed fiction saga that delves into power, betrayal, and the complex dynamics of royal life. With richly developed characters and intricate plots, her storytelling has quickly captivated readers.

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What made her start writing, taking her talent and skill seriously. . . .

You find yourself lost in the worlds you create—completely immersed, as if reality fades the moment your imagination takes hold. To others, it might seem like madness, and maybe it is. But you know how it feels when a thought takes root, when an idea comes to you with such urgency that ignoring it isn't an option. It haunts you, tugs at you, and refuses to be silenced until you give it form. There's a relentless drive inside you—to get it right, to see it through.

It’s a compulsion, both thrilling and draining. Each character speaks to you in their own way. They whisper their stories, their struggles, their hopes—and they expect you to listen. They demand to be made real, and somehow, you feel like you owe it to them. You don’t quite understand why their voices hold such sway, why their existence seems to depend on your words. But it does.

That pull is powerful. It draws you deeper into their worlds, revealing layers you didn’t know existed. And every new piece you uncover sparks something in you, something that won’t let you stop until their stories are told.

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J.ESME Books

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Deeper side of things

I never knew exactly where this would lead—I simply did what was expected of me. I create for myself first and share it with the world second. If people connect with it, great. If they don’t, that’s fine too. What matters is that I’ve begun: writing, creating, shaping, building. That in itself was always the point.