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In life, change is inevitable. But for some, this change is profoundly physical. An unexplained condition transforms certain individuals into human-animal hybrids, with their transformation culminating in a complete metamorphosis. Lyall, a young man on the brink of adulthood, is about to undergo the most significant transformation of his life. Living in a house filled with other avian hybrids, Lyall gains a unique perspective-seeing the world through a bird’s eye view.
Two years later, and in preparation for the sequel, Anima: The Broken Wing, the revised edition is here! Thanks to the help of many friends and readers, this improved version makes for a better reading experience. A very special thanks to those below:
tayohshadowind (Editing) Steve Hocktail (Editing) 
Elena_Khatika (Editing) 
SilverGriffin21 (Artwork)
When you finish this story, make sure to check out the sequel, Anima: The Broken Wing!
https://www.furaffinity.net/view/58215116/
The PDF above is the complete and entire book. There is also an EPUB for e-readers available for download below and a printed version if you so desire. Please note, the printed version is identical to the PDF and EPUB. Only pick it if you want a physical copy.
EPUB:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L6.....ew?usp=sharing
Physical Print:
https://a.co/d/fLqmnpC
If you would like to support me and my writing, below is a link to my Ko-Fi,
https://ko-fi.com/ericmalves
Also the Bird House Discord link is below!
https://discord.gg/eGuGGhnZdx
Two years later, and in preparation for the sequel, Anima: The Broken Wing, the revised edition is here! Thanks to the help of many friends and readers, this improved version makes for a better reading experience. A very special thanks to those below:
tayohshadowind (Editing) Steve Hocktail (Editing) Elena_Khatika (Editing) SilverGriffin21 (Artwork) When you finish this story, make sure to check out the sequel, Anima: The Broken Wing!
https://www.furaffinity.net/view/58215116/
The PDF above is the complete and entire book. There is also an EPUB for e-readers available for download below and a printed version if you so desire. Please note, the printed version is identical to the PDF and EPUB. Only pick it if you want a physical copy.
EPUB:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L6.....ew?usp=sharing
Physical Print:
https://a.co/d/fLqmnpC
If you would like to support me and my writing, below is a link to my Ko-Fi,
https://ko-fi.com/ericmalves
Also the Bird House Discord link is below!
https://discord.gg/eGuGGhnZdx
Category Story / Transformation
Species Avian (Other)
Size 83 x 120px
File Size 1.36 MB
Once again, congrats on finishing this story! Seeing it put together into a single file does a great job of showing just how big this story is.
I'm surprised at how "easily" you were able to turn this into a printed copy. I always thought it was a nightmare to try and get someone to publish a book for you, but it seems like you did it in a very short period of time.
I'm surprised at how "easily" you were able to turn this into a printed copy. I always thought it was a nightmare to try and get someone to publish a book for you, but it seems like you did it in a very short period of time.
It wasn’t all too bad to get it printable. It’s self published, so if I wanted to try and get traction on it, I would need to market it myself.
I had the formatted file ready prior to posting 18 and 19. So once I filled those in, it was ready to publish. It works out great because I also originally thought there would be more to it. Now the 3 people who wanted it can have it and I don’t have to stress about trying to promote it to satisfy a publisher.
I had the formatted file ready prior to posting 18 and 19. So once I filled those in, it was ready to publish. It works out great because I also originally thought there would be more to it. Now the 3 people who wanted it can have it and I don’t have to stress about trying to promote it to satisfy a publisher.
I could totally do a rundown of the process. I would want to wait until I have another price of content ready to post so that I’m not posting a journal about the same finished story 3 times in a row 😉.
You are saying you would like to know what the process was from outline to finished manuscript? It’s not all that interesting really but I did have quite a bit of changes and the original story was going to be quite different from what ended up becoming The Bird House.
You are saying you would like to know what the process was from outline to finished manuscript? It’s not all that interesting really but I did have quite a bit of changes and the original story was going to be quite different from what ended up becoming The Bird House.
Congratulations on finishing this masterpiece.
I must say, it was the best read I’ve had in a long time, I almost didn’t believe my eyes.
Avians, realistic anatomy, TF, and a great story.
Thank you so much for creating this, I enjoyed it a lot.
I’m excited for whatever lays ahead.
I must say, it was the best read I’ve had in a long time, I almost didn’t believe my eyes.
Avians, realistic anatomy, TF, and a great story.
Thank you so much for creating this, I enjoyed it a lot.
I’m excited for whatever lays ahead.
I read this on Doc's Lab first. It's a great story, especially with the world facing slow, terminal changes into different animals, though it would be nice to know how the Anima Virus outbreak began. I also liked seeing everyone change in different ways, though I wish that the other Bird House members finished their changes. All in all, 4.5* out of 5! Keep on truckin', Eric!!
This was beautiful, thank you for writing it. No furry or furry-adjacent story has ever had me as emotionally invested before, actually bringing me to tears more than once, honest. This story will stick with me for a long while.
I originally intended to write about my takeaways and thoughts in detail, but my original draft seemed inane, so I'll spare everyone that.
Instead, here's a bit of obscure music I remembered while reading, and which I think is appropriate. Chef's kiss for a cringy comment I suppose, but it feels wrong not to share ;p
https://youtu.be/EnmYLXnnahU (Slenderbodies - Lucid)
I originally intended to write about my takeaways and thoughts in detail, but my original draft seemed inane, so I'll spare everyone that.
Instead, here's a bit of obscure music I remembered while reading, and which I think is appropriate. Chef's kiss for a cringy comment I suppose, but it feels wrong not to share ;p
https://youtu.be/EnmYLXnnahU (Slenderbodies - Lucid)
Characters struggling against, facing, and even accepting the inevitable or seemingly inevitable make for the most compelling of stories I believe. I suppose that’s why I enjoyed this one so much. After some thought I had to agree with what Leslie said early on in the story,
“Don't view this as a curse. It's honestly an experience that is as good as you make it.”
Everyone dies eventually. People with terminal conditions just have a better idea of when their time will come. For Lyall and associates their condition guarantees an interesting life, which can be seen as a blessing, even if their lives are short. More importantly, Lyall and company seemed to grow very close and were happy together, something I imagine would not have happened were circumstances different.
I found the story to be very sad, but I’m conflicted. Hypothetically if the situation were real and I had the power to change the outcome or prevent it in the first place, I’m not sure I would really want to. That’s why I say it’s a beautiful story.
I hope that all those afflicted with Anima maintain their sense of self after finishing; that Lyall wasn’t a fluke due to the drug trial, but appreciate it being left vague. Having two lives of experiences in one, so to speak, makes the situation a much more positive thing to my thinking.
I could write more, but I really will leave it there.
Now that that’s off my chest, I look forward to your other works, Anima or no :)
“Don't view this as a curse. It's honestly an experience that is as good as you make it.”
Everyone dies eventually. People with terminal conditions just have a better idea of when their time will come. For Lyall and associates their condition guarantees an interesting life, which can be seen as a blessing, even if their lives are short. More importantly, Lyall and company seemed to grow very close and were happy together, something I imagine would not have happened were circumstances different.
I found the story to be very sad, but I’m conflicted. Hypothetically if the situation were real and I had the power to change the outcome or prevent it in the first place, I’m not sure I would really want to. That’s why I say it’s a beautiful story.
I hope that all those afflicted with Anima maintain their sense of self after finishing; that Lyall wasn’t a fluke due to the drug trial, but appreciate it being left vague. Having two lives of experiences in one, so to speak, makes the situation a much more positive thing to my thinking.
I could write more, but I really will leave it there.
Now that that’s off my chest, I look forward to your other works, Anima or no :)
Sorry that it was confusing.
For the ending I meant for it to show a change in priorities for Lyall. That’s not to say the others never did try to find him, I’d say they did on occasion.
In the beginning he is focused on trying to make it in the wild and once he has a grasp of it, the others have accepted he is gone.
I will be the first to admit, it could have been written better. But my main goal with the end was for it to not have the usual “everyone is happy” kind of ending. But Lyall finding new purpose in his changed life and finding his own happy ending, even if it was not ending he initially wanted.
I have thought and talked about doing a follow up that would sort of tie up the things you have mentioned. But it’s very up in the air right now.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I hope the rest of the book was enjoyable for you!
For the ending I meant for it to show a change in priorities for Lyall. That’s not to say the others never did try to find him, I’d say they did on occasion.
In the beginning he is focused on trying to make it in the wild and once he has a grasp of it, the others have accepted he is gone.
I will be the first to admit, it could have been written better. But my main goal with the end was for it to not have the usual “everyone is happy” kind of ending. But Lyall finding new purpose in his changed life and finding his own happy ending, even if it was not ending he initially wanted.
I have thought and talked about doing a follow up that would sort of tie up the things you have mentioned. But it’s very up in the air right now.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I hope the rest of the book was enjoyable for you!
I like the story, it'd got a good concept and you put a lot of detail into the changes. One detail I was surprised by was the mention of spices and how some of the residents could taste the spice in the food and others couldn't. Irl, birds can't taste spice, at all. Their taste buds can't pick up the spiciness. Most ppl don't know that tho
The 1 big complaint I have is the tendency to bring up plot points and then never mention them again. For example, lyall's mom was acting weird for a while, going out without explanation at weird hours, being dodgy when questioned. Later, they mentioned a bunch of times that Damien and Jess are never mentioned by name, but it's only ever implied why that. Or, during an appointment with Leslie, she tells lyall to schedule at an appointment to discuss if hell keep hiw mind, but he never does, and never mentions the appointment again. Theres also other, little things every now and then
The Chekov's Gun Principle is important to keep in mind while writing a story. Basically it says that if you put something in a story then it should play a role in some way. It uses a gun in a play as an example, saying that if u show a gun mounted on a wall in the play, then you should show someone shooting that gun later. Thus 'Chekov's Gun'
The 1 big complaint I have is the tendency to bring up plot points and then never mention them again. For example, lyall's mom was acting weird for a while, going out without explanation at weird hours, being dodgy when questioned. Later, they mentioned a bunch of times that Damien and Jess are never mentioned by name, but it's only ever implied why that. Or, during an appointment with Leslie, she tells lyall to schedule at an appointment to discuss if hell keep hiw mind, but he never does, and never mentions the appointment again. Theres also other, little things every now and then
The Chekov's Gun Principle is important to keep in mind while writing a story. Basically it says that if you put something in a story then it should play a role in some way. It uses a gun in a play as an example, saying that if u show a gun mounted on a wall in the play, then you should show someone shooting that gun later. Thus 'Chekov's Gun'
That's a very good point. My only strong observation of an unresolved cliffhanger moment was with that very same character, when Lyall's mom left him a written note, but I don't recall an explanation of that moment. Otherwise any other such moments seemed less pivotal, and/or were eventually resolved.
No, I really appreciate the feedback! I had some bits that I planned on doing but then cut out. A few of those are related to things you mentioned but not all.
I could blame it on the release over time structure I did, but I would point back to lack of experience. I learned a lot in writing this and I know it is FAR from perfect.
I’ve been trying to work these pieces of feedback into improving future writing. This was my first attempt at a story and it got out of hand lengthwise. While I see it as a piece I am proud of, I know I can do better.
I love hearing everyone’s feedback, be it praise or criticism. The only way I can improve is to learn from my mistakes. Comments like yours are incredibly helpful in seeing another perspective on what could be done in the future to improve.
In my next long form story/book, my goal is to also have a proper copy editor. I think this book could have been greatly improved with one. I’m not against editing what I have now, I have made minor changes since it’s release.
Again, I really appreciate the feedback and advice. I always want to do better and helpful critiques goes a long way in learning.
I could blame it on the release over time structure I did, but I would point back to lack of experience. I learned a lot in writing this and I know it is FAR from perfect.
I’ve been trying to work these pieces of feedback into improving future writing. This was my first attempt at a story and it got out of hand lengthwise. While I see it as a piece I am proud of, I know I can do better.
I love hearing everyone’s feedback, be it praise or criticism. The only way I can improve is to learn from my mistakes. Comments like yours are incredibly helpful in seeing another perspective on what could be done in the future to improve.
In my next long form story/book, my goal is to also have a proper copy editor. I think this book could have been greatly improved with one. I’m not against editing what I have now, I have made minor changes since it’s release.
Again, I really appreciate the feedback and advice. I always want to do better and helpful critiques goes a long way in learning.
yeah, In my opinion its not really worth it.
its mainly a father son teen drama and not a very good one.
the actual animal stuff only aoccupies about 15 minutes.
its a shame. a big reason for that is probably the budget.
creating animal people or even making costumes is expensive. so they probably didnt had the budget to make a feature lenth movie about it. so they didnt.
very disappointing.
its mainly a father son teen drama and not a very good one.
the actual animal stuff only aoccupies about 15 minutes.
its a shame. a big reason for that is probably the budget.
creating animal people or even making costumes is expensive. so they probably didnt had the budget to make a feature lenth movie about it. so they didnt.
very disappointing.
Oddly enough, I hadn’t read any of the Animorphs books until last year!
One of the reasons I went with red tailed was because the nearby rehab has quite a few. One of the only raptors I’ve gotten to see up close! Lyall was either going to be a hawk or an osprey and while I do like ospreys, I felt a hawk was better fitting.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the story! 😄
One of the reasons I went with red tailed was because the nearby rehab has quite a few. One of the only raptors I’ve gotten to see up close! Lyall was either going to be a hawk or an osprey and while I do like ospreys, I felt a hawk was better fitting.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the story! 😄
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