Once upon a time, centuries ago, when words were newborn and letters were beginning to arrange themselves into what we now know as language… In those times, sounds wandered ownerless, waiting for someone to give them meaning, while medieval scribes, with infinite patience and diligent quills, etched onto parchment all that humanity wished to preserve.

From that ancient writing tradition, a detail emerged—tiny yet powerful: a small wavy stroke called a virgula (from Latin vírgula, a diminutive of virga, meaning “little wand”). When placed over the letter N, it transformed into something new, something special… the Ñ. What began as a simple scribal shortcut became one of the most emblematic symbols of the Spanish language. The Ñ is not just a letter; it is a cultural icon, a badge of identity that now belongs to the language of more than 500 million people worldwide.

In this book, however, I want to tell you this story in a different way—fabulised and symbolic. I’ve intertwined the well-known tale of Cinderella with the story of the Ñ, giving this narrative a much deeper meaning: the value of authenticity, the power of self-knowledge, and the importance of emotional intelligence.

Because just like Cinderella, the Ñ was a letter ignored, invisible, and cast aside—living in the shadows of the alphabet, uninvited to the grand halls of language. Until one day, thanks to a lost virgula and a wise king—a figure representing the inner mentor and wisdom we all carry—she found her place, her purpose, and her true power.

Why is it important to tell this story today?

Because at some point in our lives, we have all been like the Ñ: different, underestimated, invisible, or misunderstood. And just as this letter became a universal and powerful symbol, you too can discover that unique spark that makes you different—embrace it and turn it into your greatest strength.

Through this fable, you will discover that:

• Self-knowledge is the foundation for recognising your true worth.

• Emotional intelligence is essential to overcome rejection and moments of invisibility.

• Authenticity is not only worth celebrating—it builds identity and shapes your future.

This journey through the Kingdom of Letters is, at its heart, a journey inward. Every character, sentence, and symbol you encounter carries a message — a quiet lesson in growth, self-belief, and transformation. Together, they guide you toward the powerful version of yourself that may have been waiting patiently in the shadows, ready to emerge.

I invite you to step into this tale, where letters speak, think, feel, and most of all, teach us that if a simple virgula could transform an overlooked letter into a global symbol, then you can transform your story into something extraordinary.

Welcome to The Ñinderella—a journey of transformation that begins now.