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The Zodiac Project: A Young Author’s Bold Leap into Fantasy

Updated on: 15 December,2025 04:02 PM IST  |  Mumbai
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Sixteen-year-old Zaheen Z. Virani makes a striking debut in fantasy fiction with The Zodiac Project: Treaty of Elypsis.

The Zodiac Project: A Young Author’s Bold Leap into Fantasy

Zaheen Z Virani

At just sixteen years old, Zaheen Z. Virani is redefining what it means to be a young writer in the world of fantasy literature. Her debut novel-'The Zodiac Project: Treaty of Elypsis', is more than just a story-it is a vivid testament to imagination, ambition, and the courage to dream beyond the ordinary.The world she creates is filled with characters that each one of us can relate to,they carry flaws,fears and insecurities.Their imperfections make them painfully human and beautifully relatable.Through them the story delivers a powerful message,you do not need to be perfect to be a hero.Strength can exist alongside doubt,and courage can rise even when fear feels overwhelming.

Zaheen’s journey into storytelling began long before the book’s release. As a child who gravitated towards words, she nurtured her creativity through poetry and short fiction. Under the alias 'The Zenesis', she published her early works on WordPress, crafting pieces that revealed a writer in search of her voice. Those first experiments with narrative became stepping stones, teaching her rhythm, emotion, and the delicate balance between imagination and clarity.

Today, Zaheen stands confidently as a fresh new voice in the young adult genre. The Zodiac Project draws on the mystical nature of astrology, weaving together celestial forces, human destiny, and the age-old struggle between good and evil. The cover of her novel-a crown and sword suspended in the midst of zodiac signs-signals something grand: a world where power is inherited not through blood, but through alignment with the stars. Her writing invites readers to question whether destiny is a path we inherit or a force we must challenge.

Beyond her evolving literary universe, Zaheen is a teenager who embraces the everyday delights of life. Between drafting chapters and designing characters, she enjoys getting lost in the pages of the latest YA bestseller. Her love for iced tea is legendary among those who know her well, fuelling nights of storytelling and imagination. When she’s not writing or reading, she finds comfort in rewatching episodes of Grey’s Anatomy, or performing monologues by strong, unapologetic women from literature.


Zaheen Virani’s first book is not merely an entry into the publishing world-it is a declaration. 'The Zodiac Project: Treaty of Elypsis' is proof that age is no barrier to depth, ambition, or creativity. It invites young readers to embrace their own voices and reminds seasoned readers that powerful stories can come from unexpected places.

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