Today I get to share something I’ve been dreaming about for a long time. It is the official map of The Kingdom of Light. This is the primary kingdom in my debut YA fantasy novel, Sera, Lily & The Fox Prince.
If you love fantasy stories that feel like stepping into a living world, you already understand why this matters. Every road hints at a choice, and every border suggests danger. A map isn’t just decoration.
It’s a promise:
This world is real enough to get lost in.
Why “The Kingdom of Light”?
In the story, the Kingdom of Light represents what is known. What is structured, named, and understood. It’s the realm where the rules make sense… before the Netherwood begins to challenge what the characters think is true.
Behind the Scenes: How I Built the Map
Whenever I design anything for this book, I first consider one question.
Does this make the story feel more immersive?
So while creating the Kingdom of Light map, I focused on:
- It is easy to read
- The travel logic makes sense
- It helps to built character to pair well with the story
- It creates a sense of wonder, because who doesn’t like the surprise of getting sucked into a separate world?
I wanted it to feel like something you might find tucked inside an old book. I thought that it should be inked with intention and filled with quiet clues.
The Kingdom of Light Map
What’s Next?
This is the first of several world-building reveals I’ll be sharing. The Kingdom of Light is only the beginning… and as you can see, the Netherwood is always near.
If you’d like to see more map details, leave a comment. Alternatively, you can send me a message.
I love hearing what readers are curious about. If you want a future post breaking down landmarks without spoilers, let me know.
Here are my questions for you:
- Does anything feel confusing or hard to read at first glance?
- What’s the first place your eyes go?
- Does it make you curious about the story?
Welcome to the Kingdom of Light.
And if you’re brave enough… welcome to the Netherwood.
—Sabrina
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