Books with author Jeffrey L Kohanek

The balance of magic has shifted. Creatures of legend return. A power-hungry wizard lord seeks world domination.A new wizard lord has risen, his armies sweeping across another wizardom in conquest as his power grows. Can anyone hope to stop his mad lust for power?The Seers of Kelmar, a reclusive sect of prophets, claim that a dark future looms - a future obscured from their visions for the first time in their two thousand year existence. Could this mean the end of the world?Swept up by fate, a band of reluctant heroes set off on a quest to determine what nefarious hand is behind the chaos engulfing the Eight Wizardoms. How can they save their world when they have no idea what they face?Temple of the Oracle is the third entry in Fate of Wizardoms, a thrilling epic fantasy saga from bestselling author Jeffrey L. Kohanek.

A conflict of ideals - magic versus fire-powered weapons. The fate of Issalia hangs in the balance.A new Empire has risen to power. Already in control of the east coast, the Imperial Army sets its sights on Issalia's western kingdoms. Tensions rise as both sides prepare for war.What deadly weapon will the Empire develop next?Brandt and Quinn are espions - part spy, part thief, part assassin. Under false identities, these spies find themselves deeply entrenched within Empire headquarters. There, they gather information, seeking a means to foil the Empire's plans for conquest.One misstep by either warden could result in death - their own and thousands of others.They are joined by a small squad of fellow wardens:Wildcats - warriors trained to fight while powered by magic Rangers - experts in nature, these archers scout enemy forces Gadgeteers - engineers who invent magic-powered machines and weapons Arcanists - those who can wield Chaos - a destructive, rune-based magic Driven by the core belief that Chaos magic is evil, the Empire seeks to stamp out this scourge. If victorious, Chaos will be outlawed. Those who can wield it...will be executed.The wardens must stop this Imperial gambit.

A school of magic and invention. An academy military excellence.Deadly secrets await...secrets leading to murder. Everson is brilliant, ingenious, and yet, he feels broken. Cursed with a disability, he dreams of nothing more than being useful.Quinn is bold, defiant, and will do anything to protect her brother.When Everson is sent to an academy of magic and engineering, Quinn joins a military school to remain near her brother. However, things within the fabled institutions are not what they seem. Beneath a mantra of good intentions and the objective of a better future, spies and conspiracies lurk.Quinn becomes embroiled in a struggle she doesn't understand -- one with dire consequences as her training shifts from difficult to deadly. Her relentless determination might help her survive...If she only knew whom she could trust.Within the other school, Everson studies a dangerous power known as Chaos. Unable to wield this magic, he focuses on melding Chaos with science, dreaming up inventions that would shape the future. Perceptive, imaginative, and curious, his endeavors lead him to a revelation that could change the world.And then, he discovers the truth.A Warden's Purpose kicks off a fantasy adventure packed full of magic, intrigue, action, and betrayal, perfect for fans of Mistborn, Kingfountain, or Six of Crows. Download your copy today. Your adventure awaits.

A woman claims a crystal throne, granting her the power of a god - an act long forbidden. With her rise, the world trembles. As thrones of power fall vacant, one insatiable wizard seeks to increase his might. He never suspected a wizardess might foil his scheme.A queen rises from the south and forms an unprecedented alliance - an army from multiple wizardoms, backed by the magic of a wizard lord. This dominant force sweeps across the land, consuming all in its wake.A squad of misfits, thrust into the roles of reluctant heroes, seek to alter fate and save their world from the Dark Lord. Even they are blind to the elaborate schemes of gods.Rise of a Wizard Queen continues the riveting Fate of Wizardoms fantasy epic, perfect for fans of Tolkien, Jordan, and Sanderson.

An enemy threatens the kingdoms of Issalia, bent on conquest with the desire to vanquish Chaos magic forever.The Empire has returned. Assassinations, subterfuge, and betrayal have fueled a rapid rise to power – a rise backed by fire-powered weapons. This enemy army swells with superior numbers and threatens the western kingdoms of Issalia.The domination of Issalia is merely a matter of time.The wardens, agents from a clandestine organization known as ICON, work in secret to stop this radical enemy. Trained as spies, warriors, rangers, inventors, and magic-users, the wardens have successfully reduced the enemy threat, but by doing so, they leave the Empire no choice.War is certain. The attack is coming soon.The kingdoms must stand against the Imperial Army’s advanced weapons and superior numbers. The wardens and Chaos magic offer slim hope, but a leader is required to achieve victory – a legend whom many believe is dead.Join the battle. The fate of Issalia hangs in the balance.

The return of a forgotten magic sparks a prophecy of doom. A thin thread of hope remains, hidden with a long lost relic. Brock and his friends resume their training at the Academy - an institution founded on magic, invention, politics, and combat. However, an expansive web of lies resides within the Ministry, hidden behind a veil of benevolence. The exposure of one such secret forces Brock and his friends to flee the school with their lives in the balance.During their flight, they unearth an ancient prophecy foretelling the end of mankind.Guided by cryptic instructions from the past and backed by a magic they have yet to master, these young heroes embark on a quest to unearth mysteries buried with the legendary Emblem Throne. However, the path is fraught with bloodthirsty monsters and unsuspected danger.One wrong move could seal the fate of everyone in Issalia. "The Emblem Throne is a quest story filled with action, adventure, and magic as a lead up to the epic series conclusion in An Empire in Runes."

An enemy rises, driven by radical beliefs and armed with destructive weapons. The Wardens must respond.Urgency forces the wardens into action, for a new Empire has captured the eastern kingdoms and seeks to conquer all of Issalia. If the Empire succeeds, magic users will be persecuted. Everson is a gadgeteer, tasked with harnessing a magical power source. Leveraging his brilliance, he enhances existing machines and creates new inventions that astound his superiors. His next amazing discovery might save lives...or it could destroy them.As an espion, Quinn hones her skills in preparation of her first mission. Intense training, combined with her fierce determination and fearless nature, transforms her into something more. Something lethal. She will need those skills when she is sent into the heart of the Empire. Alone.Joined by magic-wielding royal twins and a small group of veterans, the wardens shall become Issalia's shield against monsters and tyranny. However, the Empire's machinations extend far beyond what anyone suspects.

A powerful magic. An unstoppable army. The final battle. Mankind’s fate hangs in the balance.The eastern cities of Issalia lay in ruin, destroyed by a horde mindless monsters. Led by a teen named Brock, a squad of young heroes seeks a means of stopping this dark force from consuming the rest of the continent. The future of mankind hinges upon a powerful, yet destructive magic – a magic they are still learning to control.As foretold in an ancient prophecy, this rag-tag force gathers upon the Tantarri plains, prepared to face an army of giants. All the while, they must remain vigilant against a secret organization within the Ministry, who will do anything to prevent the return of Chaos.In this thrilling series conclusion, the fight continues beyond the battlefield.

"Features an intriguing magic system, perfect for fans of coming-of-age fantasy adventures and similar to works by Brandon Sanderson, Jeff Wheeler, and Sever Bronny." Buried away for centuries, a forgotten magic lurks...waiting to return They tell Unchosen, "Accept your fate and you'll be rewarded in the next life." The threat of execution is their recourse. Rejecting his role as an outcast, Brock risks his life and obtains a false rune, marking him a member of the Empire's ruling class. Under a veil of deception and backed by natural talent, the teen then schemes his way into a school where the Empire's future leaders are trained. Within the Academy, a legendary school of magic, science, politics, and combat, he uncovers secrets kept hidden for centuries - secrets that expose cracks in the foundation of Empire society. Among his discoveries is a long forgotten magic, powerful and dangerous - a magic he is determined to wield. Caught between his continued charade and a desire to tame his frightening new abilities, one misstep on either front could destroy him. This coming-of-age fantasy adventure is perfect for readers who enjoy magic, the sense of discovery, and tales centered around underdog characters who overcome prejudice, battle against injustice, and become heroes along the way.

With the return of a lost magic...comes a dark prophecy. As they strive to become Masters within the Ministry, Brock and his friends resume their training at the Academy - an institution founded on magic, science, politics, and combat. However, an expansive web of lies resides within the Ministry, hidden behind a veil of benevolence.The exposure of one such secret forces Brock and his friends to flee the school with their lives in the balance. They soon discover that a larger threat looms...one that could end everything. Guided by the cryptic words of an ancient prophecy and backed by a forbidden magic they have yet to master, Brock and his companions embark on a quest to retrieve knowledge tied to a long lost throne, knowledge that might save humanity from extinction. The Emblem Throne is a quest story, filled with action, adventure, and magic as a lead up to the epic trilogy conclusion of An Empire in Runes.

A powerful magic. An unstoppable army. The final battle to decide the fate of mankind. The eastern cities of Issalia lay in ruin, destroyed by an army of monsters so twisted that they devour their victims, dead or alive. Led by a boy named Brock, a group of teens scramble to find a means of stopping this dark force. Joined by fierce Tantarri warriors and a squad of raw paladin recruits, Brock leads a band of former slaves to battle. The future of mankind hinges upon a powerful, yet destructive magic…a magic they are still learning to control. As foretold in an ancient prophecy, this rag-tag force gathers upon the Tantarri plains, prepared to face an army of giants with vastly superior numbers. All the while, they must remain vigilant against a secret organization within the Ministry - one who will do anything to prevent the return of Chaos.

A destructive magic, a corrupt regime, an insidious plot...and the rogue who stood in the way. "A fantasy retelling akin to The Princess Bride, but in this one, the girl saves herself."__________________________________________________________________Meet Lyra: An orphan A thief A liarA bardA warriorA princess...A rogueWhen tragedy strikes, Lyra runs for her life...directly into the hands of fate. Destiny places her at the heart of a plot to overthrow the rulers of Issalia. She must help thwart this twisted scheme. Joined by a man armed with powerful magic and a soldier who wields an enchanted weapon, the trio must face the most fearsome force the world has ever known. Even if they survive this epic confrontation, the future is not secure......for the threats surrounding Lyra do not end there.History often forgets the details, and sometimes, history forgets the truth. Lyra's tale reveals what truly happened hundreds of years before The Runes of Issalia series takes place. Within these pages, resides her legacy.