The Battles of Liolia
Based in the fantasy world of Liolia, this five-book young adult action series follows the adventures of Speilton Lone, Millites Lux, and a cast of other heroes and creatures as they struggle to defeat the evil forces that threaten to plunge their land into darkness.
All proceeds from the sale of these books will be donated to Relay for Life.
The Battles of Liolia | The Complete Series
Books I-V
Experience the complete story of The Battles of Liolia in this single hardcover volume. From Speilton and Ram's first journey to Milwaria to the wars against the Calorians and Nuquamese, this book allows readers to explore all of Liolia's exciting locations with their favorite characters. Just as with all of The Battles of Liolia books, all proceeds from the sale of The Complete Series edition will be donated to finding a cure for cancer.
The Battles of Liolia
Books I-V
The Last of Kal
Book I - 2011
Speilton is all alone after his village is destroyed. Left with nothing but a small blue egg and instructions to go North into unknown lands, he begins a journey that changes his life forever. Along the way he meets challenges, finds new friends, and realizes he had more strength and courage than he could have ever imagined.
The Inferno of Erif
Book II - 2011
Speilton, Ram, Millites, and their friends continue their adventures in Liolia as they travel into Caloria to find the Inferno of Erif in the hopes of bringing an end to the centuries-long war between their countries. However, mysterious new foes and an ominous prophecy will present danger and challenges on their quest.
The Curse of the Verse
Book III - 2012
Although the centuries old war with the Calorians is over, danger is lurking in the land of Liolia. There have been disappearances and strange occurrences throughout the country. The Versipellis must be involved. It is up to Speilton to stop these shape-shifting dream spirits and to save Milwaria from imminent demise.
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The Rise of Nuquam
Book IV - 2015
After years of war, Speilton and his men find themselves in a magical, seemingly perfect world called Caelum. While fighting rages in Liolia, Speilton and his friends must learn to accept this new world while searching for an opportunity to save their people from the ever-growing power of Nuquam.
The War for Caelum
Book V - 2020
After their failed attack in Nuquam, the Liolian forces have been imprisoned in the dungeons of Civitas Levi. Speilton must escape and return to Liolia in a desperate attempt to defeat King Retsinis and the Versipellis. Millites, Teews, and Usus remain in Caelum to face a sudden darkness brewing in the mountains to the north that threatens to destroy the once peaceful land. The stage is set for the epic final war against evil and the conclusion of the story of Liolia. Book V, the final book in The Battles of Liolia series, is a story of perseverance and faith in even the darkest of times. All proceeds from the sale of this book will go toward finding a cure for cancer.
About The Battles of Liolia
In the 4th grade, I was inspired to raise funds in honor of my friend's little brother who was diagnosed with Leukemia. Over the following several months, I wrote and illustrated the story I had been developing in my imagination since the 2nd grade. At 11 years old I completed "The Last of Kal", the first of 5 books in "The Battles of Liolia" series, and donated all proceeds to the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. So far, I have been able to raise over $7000 for Relay in honor of all of those battling cancer.
By the 7th grade, I had written and illustrated "The Inferno of Erif" and "The Curse of the Verse", the second and third books in "The Battles of Liolia" series. The fourth book in the series, "The Rise of Nuquam", was published in 2015, and expands the mythos of the fantasy world of Liolia. The series concluded with the publishing of the final book in "The Battles of Liolia" series, "The War for Caelum", at the start of 2020. Once again, all the proceeds from these books are donated to cancer research in honor of my friends and family who have lost people they love to cancer.
Over the years, I have had the opportunity to speak at over a dozen schools and community events to motivate other students to find and pursue their passions. After graduating from the University of Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in International Affairs and Economics and a Master of International Policy, I've continued to write short stories exploring new worlds and characters. The short stories span a range of genres, from horror to western to a return to fantasy. I am currently working on a novel chronicling my great-grandfather’s experience as one of the first American soldiers to see action in World War I.
Click the link below for synopses and excerpts from some of these short stories!