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As I continue developing the story of Big Brother Bamboo (working title), I’m excited to introduce one of its central characters: A beautiful Crested Ibis, an endangered species. The Ibis is a water bird but breeds in the forest, which is where our story takes place.

Her character goes from grieving mother, screaming for vengeance– to rebel leader, inspiring others in the fight for freedom and balance in their world.

I’m considering naming her Lijia, as a tribute to the courageous Chinese author Lijia Zhang, whose work sheds light on themes of justice, resistance, and humanity. Just as Zhang uses her voice to bring awareness to important issues, Lijia the Ibis carries her message to the highest highs of the Jade Mountain to the shapeshifting Faerie (yet to be named) and across the forest, uniting those who dare to dream of a better future beyond the bamboo bars of the Black Forest.

The Crested Ibis’ is not only beautiful but also serves a reminder of how precious and fragile life is. Some call it the Panda of birds due to its degree of endangeredness. They are most colorful in flight when their soft orange underwings are revealed.

This artwork is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to share more of LiJia’s story with you as it unfolds. What do you think of her so far?