Memory is a fragile thing-a whisper of the past that can slip through our fingers like grains of sand. Yet, in fleeting moments, a melody, a scent, or a familiar touch can bring back what we thought was lost forever. Forgotten Echoes is a collection born from that idea: the resonance of the past, the echoes of lives once lived, and the stories that refuse to be forgotten. This collection of stories explores the interplay between memory, identity, and the passage of time. Each tale offers a glimpse into lives shaped by love, loss, and the enduring power of human connection. Some characters search for what they have lost; others struggle to hold onto what remains. And in some cases, it is music-a song carried through the years-that becomes the key to unlocking what was hidden in the depths of the mind. As I wrote these stories, I found myself returning to the power of music, particularly the songs of The Beatles, whose lyrics have woven themselves into the fabric of countless lives. Their melodies, rich with emotion and meaning, serve as both a bridge to the past and a soundtrack to the present. Through Leia and the others who inhabit these pages, I hope to capture that same sense of nostalgia, longing, and hope. Whether you have lived these moments or are simply discovering them through these pages, I invite you to listen to the echoes. Perhaps, somewhere in these stories, you will hear a familiar refrain-a reminder that even what is forgotten can find its way back to us.