My name is Shanta Pablo and I am a Trindadian through and through. I decided to start this collection of short stories because of a serious lack of fairy tales in the market that weren’t European.

These stories follow the tale of a young Trinidadian girl named Mandira Singh, who becomes associated with the spirits of the forests found in myths and legends in Trinidad & Tobago. She meets Papa Bois (Papa Bwa) and learns that she is a "Guardian of Myth", who’s sole responsibility is protecting the legendary creatures and the land they call home.

Throughout the stories there will be growth in Mandira. She will grow to appreciate her mother, her heritage and the beautiful culture she inherits.

Will you follow along this road of self discovery? Let’s see what we can uncover together.