Joy and the Moon

Joy and the Moon is a collection of fables that follow the adventures of various characters as they walk through portals full of life lessons. Coming face-to-face with the titans Anxiety and Judgment, the characters tell tales of self-discovery. Joy and the Moon invites its readers to see themselves in each story. Each fable is accompanied by journal prompts and exercises aimed to stretch the heart and soul. Payam, the author, is a non-speaking autistic young adult who battles anxiety and judgment daily. He has woven his own life experiences into his collection of fables. This is most obviously seen through the two heroes Joy and Auti. Auti, whose name is inspired by autism, is a heroine who represents so many without voices. Joy is symbolic of everyone who has battled their own anxiety. This book is a heartfelt guide to anyone who has battles of their own. Readers are bound to be changed by these characters. Enter the portal, page by page, and discover the joy hidden in your own journeys.