The following excerpt constitutes the beginning of a novel. Spirit Shout is a fantasy narrative that follows a boy named Sulae as he grows and interacts with the diverse spirits and monsters that inhabit his world. He’s adopted by an influential couple from a neighboring region and spends much of his younger years struggling to find a place in this community. Later, he travels to discover his origins and pursue his dreams of serving a god. From these adventures, he learns about the intricacies of identity, religion, family, and the supernatural