Book 1: Heavenly Shae: Old MonsterA teenage girl with a secret or two is stuck on a mountain with a powerful cultivator, an Old Monster. He suspects she is holding back information which could help him break through to immortality. She is fed up with him. Book 2: Heavenly Shae: Manifold JourneyA slower paced travel-log that is very long, because the author doesn't know how to cut side quests. This is a xianxia / cultivation novel written by a fan of the genre and Canadian. This is a fun and casual* approach to this mythic formula (*less grim & serious) with lots of slice of life, some cozy scenes, and a cast that doesn't take themselves too seriously. This is a slightly unconventional interpretation of a cultivation world, so expect differences to crop up. It's a great ride for fans of the genre, and especially fans of more casual & comedic takes on it. Currently updating twice a week. Home stretch for book two, so a bit erratic. What to Expect: -Slice of life tag: The first book conflict develops rather quickly and the story then progresses through slice of life and character driven arcs as Shae starts her cultivation journey.-Comedy tag: Very light on jokes and forced humor.-Reincarnation tag: could be called an isekai, however the story skips the normal tropes and starts far into Shae's life where the plot is.-Fewer physical fights, more verbal & dialogue conflict. (there are fights later)-Occasional, in depth examinations of cultivation as Shae explores her new abilities. Sometimes with big & showy displays of power. However, usually internal as she meditates and cultivates.-Many unknowns about cultivation details that Shae is slowly exploring. Some of it is intended to be understood by readers familiar with the genre.-Lots of subtext and implied storytelling. Speed-reading or low retention may cause you problems. Sorry, not sorry.-Varied tone and themes. It's a very character driven story, soooo... stuff happens!-Flawed characters that make mistakes (including the MC). What not to expect:-Hyper-tragic backstory, murder-hobos, violence as spectacle, litrpg or system elements.-Full, in story explanations for everything that happens. The mystery is part of the fun!-Cat pictures. *sad Shae face* Winner of the April 2024 Writathon! (crushed it!)Winner of the November 2024 Writathon! (ezpz)