Stepping Through the Veil: Neurodivergence, Reluctant Heroes, and The Convergence with J.M. Shaw

Sai’s Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.What happens when the private sanctuary of childhood writing meets the sweeping scale of an epic, fracturing realm? In today’s episode of The Mind of Sai Marie, I sit down with the brilliant J.M. Shaw to discuss the highly anticipated relaunch of her critically acclaimed supernatural series, The Convergence.We dive deep into how her 2019 autism and ADHD diagnosis completely reframed her creative process, turning intense focus into a literary superpower. From creating flawed, deeply human characters to balancing a hidden war where “steel alone cannot win,” J.M. shares what it truly takes for a reluctant hero to face the unknown. Whether you are an aspiring creator looking for the courage to share your own hidden worlds or a fantasy lover ready for your next high-stakes adventure, this conversation is your compass through the chaos.Claim Your DestinyReady to lose yourself in an expanding epic where a dark queen rises and ancient powers awaken? Don’t wait for the veil to thin. Grab your copy of The Convergence (Book Two of the Callum Walker series), published worldwide in print and digital formats by Maverick First Press.Get Your Copy of The Convergence Here This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit saimarie.substack.com