Taylen's Universe is now Dreams by Zavan
Y'all know I love a l'il rebrand
Hey y’all,
It’s (Taylen). Long story short, I changed my pen name and username. If you’re used to calling me Taylen/Tay or know me personally, then, of course, you can continue to call me that. I had to make a pen name change so I could seek out bigger opportunities without getting caught up. I like keeping my writing separate from my personal life—at least for now.
So, I’m introducing you to Zavan Dream and Dreams by Zavan.
More content is coming soon. I finally got my meds and am feeling back 110%. Can’t wait to write some new material just for y’all.
Check out the new welcome email and About page. It has all my new links. My Wattpad is now ZavanDream.
If you have any questions, comments, or requests, then shoot me a message.
I’ll be more active in the chat, so please join. Chat usually gets first dibs and random convos. I recommend downloading the Substack app to your phone for seamless communication and updates.
Alright, now that you’re up to date, please read the new welcome email. At the end, you can find all the links you need to engage and stay up to date with me and my stories.
If I don’t speak to y’all before Thanksgiving, I hope y’all enjoy it—if you celebrate it. Thanks for always sticking beside me and my chaos. Y’all won’t regret it.
Peace,
Zavan (he/him)
Get Lost in Zavan’s Reveries
Who is Zavan Dream?
Zavan Dream is a non-binary transmasc writer who specializes in Black and queer romance. His stories are contemporary, humorous, and explore healthy romantic relationships. Through his work, Zavan aims to immerse readers in his imaginative worlds, creating compelling narratives and lovable characters.
He dreams of becoming a published author and screenwriter. He likens his fiction to Kennedy Ryan and desires to one day be as successful as Issa Rae.
What can you expect from Zavan’s writing?
Gut-busting humor
Positivity and optimism
Happy endings
The perfect balance of angst and drama
Healthy, relatable relationships
A blend of fiction and reality
Lovable characters
Occasional spiritual or "woo-woo" themes
In addition to fiction, Zavan also writes reviews on music, movies, and various media, and occasionally shares think pieces on trending topics. If you want him to review something or offer his thoughts on a subject, feel free to send a request.
What are Zavan’s interests?
Basketball (WNBA and NBA)
Pop culture
Rap and R&B
Video games (The Sims, NBA 2K, Assassin’s Creed, etc.)
Reading
Learning random, fascinating topics
Writing creative fiction
Zavan Quick Facts
Current Favorite Songs:
“Don’t Sleep” (feat. Thundercat) by Victoria Monét
“Call on Christmas” by Coco Jones
“Best Friend” by Megan Thee Stallion
Current Favorite Albums:
JAGUAR II (Deluxe) by Victoria Monét
MEGAN ACT II by Megan Thee Stallion
MUTT by Leon Thomas
Zavan’s favorite musicians include Beyoncé, Victoria Monét, Megan Thee Stallion, Ariana Grande, and Tinashe. He’s currently enjoying music from Jordan Ward, Leon Thomas, and Elimiene.
Zavan’s “heavenly auntie” is Whitney Houston (they share the Leo zodiac).
His celebrity crushes are Victoria Monét, Megan Thee Stallion, Shannon Thorne, and Kofi Siriboe—characters resembling them may frequently appear as main roles in his stories.
Where can you find Zavan?
Wattpad: Full-length first drafts of novels
Twitter: Random posts (don’t expect anything too serious #onthere)
Bluesky:
Zavan is most active on Twitter, so if you’re wondering where he is, that’s the best place to check.
Where can you send requests?
You can submit anonymous requests via this Google form. If you're unsure about formatting your request or what’s allowed, check out the request guide.
Alternatively, send Zavan a private message on Substack or any of his social media accounts.
By subscribing to Dreams by Zavan, you gain access to free short stories and exclusive content.
To be a top-notch Dreamer:
Engage in chats: Join the Dreams by Zavan group chat to connect with Zavan and fellow Dreamers.
Join Zavan Dream’s subscriber chatAvailable in the Substack app and on webJoin chatLike and restack posts: Every interaction helps extend Zavan’s reach, meaning more opportunities for content.
Share with friends: Don’t keep Zavan a secret! Share him on your social media or with friends.
Send requests: Requests spark ideas, and more ideas mean more content. Zavan may not fulfill every request, but they’re always welcome and unlimited.
Interact with Zavan: Don’t hesitate to say “what’s up?” or respond to him across any platform. He loves to yap on occasion!
Still haven’t subscribed to Dreams by Zavan?
Subscribe now and get lost in Zavan’s reverie! And if you find yourself drifting too deep into his dreamverse, you can always unsubscribe.
Thanks for reading Dreams by Zavan! Get lost in Zavan’s reverie!
This rebrand is niiiice!
love the name! welcome to the z gang 🤝🏿