From Ashes, a Fantasy/Fiction book for tweens to adults, is written by Anika Baloun, a 15 year old, from New Mexico. It is the first book in the Forest Wolf Collection. It immerses the reader in the world of the Four Kingdoms and beyond. The book follows a young pup as he fights to survive. He goes against the odds, the elements, evil pack leaders, rogues, and betrayal from inside the pack itself. However, it's only the beginning. Threats of dark magic, a prophecy, and a his families dark past will threaten the entire wolf kingdom. Will the prophecy fail, or will our protagonist finally lift the packs from the ashes?Shadowfur is a character that is driven to fight against evil with it's lies and hate, and learns to care for and protect what is important; family, honor, respect, and love.