Candice Ayala

Candice Garay Ayala is a Belizean author, creative entrepreneur, and storyteller whose work bridges culture, healing, and imagination. She is the author of I Want This For You, a deeply personal self-help memoir on mental and emotional wellness, and Meera, an upcoming middle-grade novel set in Belize that weaves local folklore, ancestral wisdom, and magical realism. Candice is passionate about preserving Belizean stories and inspiring readers, especially young Belizeans, to see themselves reflected in literature. Through her writing, she hopes to foster connection, healing, and cultural pride across generations.

Website: candiceayala.com

Bibliography

I Want This For You (2024) – A powerful memoir and self-help guide exploring mental health, healing, and generational trauma through Candice’s personal journey of transformation.

Meera (Forthcoming, 2026) – A middle-grade fantasy novel set in Belize, blending folklore, environmental themes, and magical realism to tell the story of a young girl with a mysterious connection to the sea.

Other Works and Projects:

Becoming the Bridge (In Development) – A reflective spoken word collection on healing, ancestry, and belonging.