Melisa & Arel ; You in the Mirror

by Emir Demirkiran

“Are you ready to meet the person who will return you to yourself, exactly where you got lost?”



📚 🇬🇧 Melisa & You in the Mirror (English)

Topread on Kobo Turkey · A psychological and spiritual novel available in 8 languages

Spiritual Journey · Psychological Fiction · Sufi Novel



🌍 Available in 8 languages English · Español · Français · Deutsch · Türkçe · Italiano · Română · Português

Since its first month of publication, it has been downloaded thousands of times by readers around the globe.

Melisa & You in the Mirror is a deeply emotional and psychological novel that narrates the inner journey of a woman lost in the chaos of modern-day Istanbul. Melisa’s life takes a radical turn when she unexpectedly encounters a mysterious painter, Arel Shihab, during an art exhibition. Woven with Sufi metaphors and spiritual symbolism, this story invites the reader to explore their own inner universe.



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Melisa is a woman who, from the outside, seems to have it all—but inside, she carries a growing void. Her daily life, covered by monotonous routine, hides a sense of dissatisfaction that increasingly pushes her to face her true reality.

Everything changes when she visits an art exhibition titled “Rooms without Doors – Doors without Rooms.” The powerful metaphors of the exhibit intertwine dark memories of the past with the uncertainties of the present, resonating deeply within Melisa’s soul. There she meets Arel Shihab, an enigmatic artist whose silent gaze and wisdom shift her perception of life. Arel opens not only a doorway into art but also into the depths of her own existence.

The chaotic streets of Istanbul mirror Melisa’s internal storms. Broken mirrors, the scent of jasmine, and hidden symbols in Arel’s artworks become signposts along her path of self-discovery. Will Melisa be able to find her inner light, or will she get lost among the echoes of her past?

This story touches the deepest layers of the human soul and invites the reader to accompany Melisa on her search for meaning.

You in the Mirror is a novel for everyone who seeks light in the darkness of the soul, and who longs to reconnect with their forgotten dreams.

Are you ready to begin your own inner journey?



📘 Book

Spiritual and Psychological Fiction

Metaphysical and Symbolic Novel

Female-Centered Narrative

Artistic and Introspective Themes



💬 Reader

“A unique experience for lovers of psychological fiction”

“A metaphysical narrative interwoven with Sufi symbolism”

“A story about spiritual transformation”

“A tale about the inner quest of the modern woman”

“A deeply emotional novel about rediscovering oneself”



📊 Bestseller on Kobo Turkey in January, March, and April 2025, in three different

Psychological Fiction

Fantastic and Metaphysical Ficti

59 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 6, 2025

About the author

Emir Demirkıran is an independent novelist, painter, and patent-holding engineer whose works blend literature, philosophy, psychology, and art into powerful narratives. His novels are known for their symbolic depth, emotional intensity, and their ability to invite readers on an inner journey of reflection and transformation.

He is the author of several works available in multiple languages, including:

Melisa & Arel: You in the Mirror (Aynadaki Sen )

The Fate Company Series I- II (Kader Şirketi)

The Season of Words (Kelime Mevsimi)

The Key: Song of Tapajós (Anahtar: Tapajós’un Şarkısı)

Published in eight languages and distributed worldwide through his works have reached readers in more than 52 countries.

When he is not writing, he dedicates his time to painting, exploring philosophy, and pursuing new ideas that bridge creativity with innovation.

Website: Official Author Page
amazon.com/author/emirdemirkiran

📚 Follow the author on Instagram:
@emirdemirk
(Author)
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@the_fate_company
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A spiritual and psychological journey through love, forgiveness, and self-discovery.

Achievements – Melisa & Arel: The You in the Mirror

🏆 Published in 8 languages, read in 52 + countries, and embraced by thousands of readers worldwide.

🏆 Amazon World Bestseller (October 2025)
Ranked #1 in Personal Growth & Self-Development category.

🏆 Amazon France Bestseller (October 2025)
Among the Top 5 Bestselling Books in Personal Growth category.

🏆 Apple Books Italy (Literary Topics)#2 in the Literature & Fiction Top 100(October–November–December 2025)

🏆 Apple Books Romania(Literary Topics)#1 in the Literature & Fiction /Familie Top 100(October–November–December 2025)

🏆 Amazon USA#1 Best Seller in Personal Development – Top 100#2 in Spiritual Personal Development – Top 100(October 2025)

Reviews

[Tess · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is excellent; I thoroughly enjoyed the well-crafted story.

[Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

' Melisa & Arel ' was a magical journey that touched my heart and made me reflect every time I looked in the mirror. With each page, I found a piece of myself. A beautiful expression of inner transformation!

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautifully written, soul-stirring journey. This book didn’t just speak to me — it reflected me. One of the most emotionally resonant reads I’ve experienced in years.

[Kathryn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is difficult to review. I'm not sure I really understood it, but I got the impression that I wasn’t meant to. The book was meant to make me look inside myself, to search for the real me. It will take a while to absorb its wisdom,