The Bellabos

A Dark Fairytale Told in a Cozy World.

When a young witch settles in a new home deep in a Northern California forest, her aunt decides it’s time to share an old story—a Mander tale every witch knows, but would rather not dwell on.

The Bellabos is a dark fairytale told in a cozy world—a chilling story of walking trees, wrath, and the high cost of losing control of one’s fire. Some lessons in witchcraft burn hotter than others.

Set in the world of the Blending Witches, this stand-alone short story introduces the Mander tales—ancient witch lore that shapes Affinity Blending’s destiny. Perfect for readers who love dark folkloreforest magic, and witchy coming-of-age tales.