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[authorfrancisgrey]

**ANNOUNCING: "Bridges of Broken Light"**

After months of quiet exploration, I'm thrilled to reveal my newest project - a story of mechanical marvels and natural wonders that's taken my art in an exciting new direction!

"Bridges of Broken Light" follows a young explorer who discovers remarkable light-weaving mechanical spiders that build bridges between worlds. The cover shows our curious protagonist, with their distinctive pointy ears and round glasses, encountering one of these fascinating creatures while consulting their book of natural wonders.

I've structured this tale across ten chapters, each revealing new aspects of these hidden connections while our protagonist uncovers ancient knowledge and the true purpose of these mechanical marvels. That antique microscope isn't just for show - our hero is quite the scientific mind!

This project represents a significant shift in my artistic approach - embracing deeper forest greens, glowing elements, and more complex mechanical designs. While maintaining my focus on neurodivergent characters who perceive the world uniquely, I'm stretching my visual storytelling in new directions.

The narrative explores themes of:

• Connections between seemingly separate worlds

• Scientific curiosity meeting magical mechanisms

• The delicate balance of natural and mechanical systems

• The unique perspective of those who see differently

I can't wait to share character designs, chapter illustrations, and story snippets in the coming weeks. These magical mechanical spiders have been weaving their webs in my imagination for so long, and it feels wonderful to finally bring them into the light!

Have you ever imagined what it might be like to discover a bridge to another world? What would you bring with you on such an expedition?

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