Giving Sramad a musical life
This week I explored the many moods of Power of Heroes through a seventeen-track album, from sweeping adventures to the quieter spaces between them.
Read the 9 October updateNotes from Sramad
The author's journal
Behind-the-scenes notes on the books, maps, characters and the long work of building a living fantasy world.
16 October 2026 · Publication
Jorgen the Bear is out in the world
A careful final week has brought Jorgen's companion prequel to readers, with a clearer route into the book and the wider world of Power of Heroes.
Read the 16 October update
A stronger beginning for Jorgen
This week I returned to Jorgen the Bear, strengthening its opening chapters while preserving the warmth, danger and winter character of Norvisca.
Read the 2 October updateThe small changes that strengthen a story
A week of careful Book One revisions has made important moments clearer while keeping the heart of Beatrice's story intact.
Read the 25 September updateThe Power of Family is available to pre-order
Book One publishes on 29 January 2027, opening Beatrice Antonius's journey into Aventis and the wider world of Sramad.
Read the publication noteA brighter cover and a stronger Book One
Book One has a brighter new cover, while a complete developmental revision has brought the story into sharper focus.
Read the 11 September updateA sharper view of the books and Sramad
Book One has taken another important step forward, while the books and Atlas now offer a clearer path into the world of Sramad.
Read the 4 September updateA week spent mapping Sramad
The Atlas has grown clearer, deeper and easier to explore, while careful revision work continues on Book One.
Read the 28 August updateA new home for Power of Heroes
The books now have a home of their own, with publication news and an open Atlas for readers who want to explore Sramad.
Read the welcome noteMapping Norvisca
Gyllenfall, the western caves and the damaged mountain temple now connect Jorgen's first adventure to the wider map of Sramad.
Visit Norvisca in the AtlasFive powers, one growing world
Family, runes, games, nature and many: each title opens another part of the saga without losing sight of the people at its heart.
Meet the booksWhat happens next
Book One is available to pre-order. News about the next Power of Heroes books will be shared here as plans are confirmed.
Read the publication note