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The Underworld. A Ritual. The Disease.Enter the rich mythical world of Konn Lavery’s debut novel containing a military dictatorship, cults, and politically-driven gangs.After Krista’s people were banished from the surface by the humans, they were reduced to violence and hatred.She and her only friend, Darkwing, survive as street kids as their people’s leaders become crazed from an unknown disease – Mental Damnation. After their infection, the Guardians develop a bizarre interest in her, claiming they must reap her innocence for their newfound master, the Weaver.Krista has limited options for survival: Does she fend for her life in the City of Renascence, or risk leaving everything behind and enter the uncharted realm of the underworld?------“Konn Lavery has taken me into his mind and carried me on a richly woven tapestry of metaphors for the human condition.”– Amber, Goodreads Reviewer“Both well-written and well thought out, Mental Damnation is an instant classic and I can’t wait to see what happens next!”– Joshua Grant, Goodreads Reviewer“When I finally got into the actual book, I found myself unable to put it down, even reading it on my break at work”- Dawn Herbert, Goodreads Reviewer

A Fallen God. The Marking. Damnation Has Begun.The ritual set everything in motion for Krista in the continuation of the Mental Damnation series hinting at the afterlife, and a lurking evil.Gatekeeper Danil found and used her in an unholy event which completes Krista’s infection of Mental Damnation.It is the very disease that collapsed her leaders and wreaked havoc among her people, how will she maintain her sanity through the visions of hell?------“Lavery writes an extremely good book: captivating, highly descriptive, emotional and hauntingly poignant.” - G.J. Griffiths, Goodreads Reviewer“The world Mr. Lavery created is absolutely captivating and the illustrations beautiful!” - Cassandra Larsen, Goodreads Reviewer“I''m invested now an will continue to follow this story in the next book.” - Jenae (Jeni), Goodreads Reviewer

Krista allies with a fallen paladin as the Weaver sends his deadliest servant after her.The Mental Damnation series continues in a high fantasy tale of forbidden love, banishment, and fallen warriors.Krista’s hope of escaping Dreadweave Pass lessens as the Weaver sends a fallen angel to capture her. Will her allegiance with a corrupt paladin be enough to triumph?------“Book three in the Mental Damnation series picks up perfectly and continues with Krista''s story. There is a lot of action, drama and suspense” - Sheri, Goodreads Reviewer

An X-Cop Vigilante brings the law as a rebellious journalist traces his steps.A gripping noir thriller with realistic crime procedures seen through the eyes of the anti-hero Michael Bradford.Crime is about to get a real taste of justice. Edmonton has a new lawbringer who doesn’t play by the rules, and he is ready to clean up his city. His actions attract the attention of a rebellious journalism student who aspires to cover the developing story.Michael is internally conflicted with his goals. Is he really doing good, or is he simply feeding his anger?------“YEGman by Konn Lavery is a mesmerizing read, a thrilling ride into a very interesting setting with awesome characters.” - Divine Zape, Readers’ Favorite“This novel is an unexpectedly gritty trip through the Canadian crime scene that I don’t find too often in literature. Most of what comes to mind may be cozy mysteries, not ultra-violent vigilantes dealing with criminals.” - Literary Titan

Damnation ends. The Afterlife is at war. Krista must fend for herself.Mortal is the concluding novel of the dark fantasy series Mental Damnation. Follow Krista as she descends further into Dreadweave Pass and fulfilling the path of a warrior set by her father, reinforced by her allies.Will Krista manage to escape the land of the damned? She fights to return to Darkwing in the mortal realm, as he struggles to rescue her. Home is no safe haven either, for her people and the humans are on the brink of an all-out-war.

Fugitive journalist Lola Cabello is hellbent on avenging her mother's death against a shadowy syndicate and unravels a conspiracy that stretches from modern street crimes to a war between forgotten mythical beings. The notorious Crystal Moths are responsible for murdering her loved ones. Each clue she unravels spirals her deeper into an escalating scheme of supernatural drug lords who are distorting fact from fiction within the news.She allies with the last nymph, Synarion. As a guardian of Mother Nature, he wants diplomacy. She longs to eradicate and expose the Moths, pushing her allegiance with Synarion to the edge. Can she trust him? A sinister plan so vast, this high-concept dark urban fantasy weaves in three unique perspectives: the fugitive, the detective, and the ancient warrior. Lead Detective Iglesias closes in on Lola. His case is jeopardized because he may be the last clean cop.Lola's vigilante methods unravel the uncanny secrets of the Crystal Moth's new drug, ash. They know she is after them and the criminal enterprise send their hell-born reptilian assassin, Scalebane, to silence her. While hunting for Lola Cabello, Scalebane discovers a darker truth about her employer.Vampires, talking plants, and demons won't get in Lola's way. Ash is the name of the game, and she cannot resist its power, damaging her mental and physical state.The Moths control the media.The old-world will rise.Lola is not prepared for this rabbit hole. Recognition:● GOLD Medal in Dan Poynter's Global Ebook Awards 2023 Fantasy/Contemporary Category● FIRST Place Award in Firebird Book Awards Weird Book Genre, Cross Genre, and Dark Fantasy● Second Place The Book Fest 2023 Award Fiction > Supernatural – Magic● Silver Medal in the 2024 Author Shout Reader Ready Awards● Bronze Medal in The Global Book Awards 2023 Magical Realism Category● Finalist in The Independent Author Network 2023 Book of the Year Awards in Fantasy and Paranormal/Supernatural Categories● Finalist in the Readers' Favorite 2023 Supernatural Category● Finalist in the 2023 N. N. Light Book Awards Dark Fantasy Category● Semi-Finalist in the 2023 Indies Today Award Praise for Crystal Moth Conspiracy"e;...I had to know what happened next to the colorful cast of characters. Reading this book is like binging Narcos on Netflix, mixed with the vibes of The 5th Element movie and dusted with paranormal creatures. There is something to love for everyone."e;★★★★★ N. N. Light's Book Heaven "e;... This author handles the English language in a way that casts a spell of intrigue and horror from page one. ... If you're looking for a standout reading experience, don't miss the genre-bending showpiece."e;★★★★★ Reader Views "e;The Crystal Moth Conspiracy is a tight, quick-paced, and deeply developed tale with plenty of twists to keep you guessing."e;★★★★★ Author Chris Patrick Carolan, Goodreads "e;…unique world building, fast pace, and a flawed-yet-captivating protagonist, prepare to be engrossed."e;★★★★★ Author Taija Morgan, BookBub "e;Loving it so far and how it sucks me away from reality. Also love how it takes place in Canada."e;★★★★★ Reader Natasha Quantz, Goodreads

Darkness devours freedom. Rage consumes her. Convict Lola Cabello is on a mission to assassinate the fallen angel who shattered her life.Her bloodline plays a key part in the mysterious ash drug's purpose, pushing her limits. Whispering words from the beyond call her name, promising a gift: at what cost? Deep dive into the conspiracy rabbit hole with legends of old. Mythos, the Wicked, fast-paced action, and tense twists are packed in this gritty novel. The Crystal Moths poison the economics and government. Their influence in scientific progression fuses the unthinkable as part of the fallen angel Mastema's divine plan for a New World Order. An oracle painter's esoteric work encodes hidden messages warning reptilian hunter Scalebane of the Moth gangsters, linking to Cabello.The military tie Detective Iglesias's hands and he plummets into the rabbit hole Lola did. Cabello reunites with the last balancer, Synarion, while roping in Iglesias and a shapeshifting double agent. How can she trust them if she cannot trust herself? She is running out of time.Power calls to Lola. Scalebane's loyalty is in question. Iglesias buys the conspiracy.What's right and what's just cannot coexist.Blood will spill at obsidian's doorstep. Recognition:● Second Place in Urban Fantasy for the 2024 DBT Literary Awards● BookRead Bestseller Fantasy October 2024 Praise for Obsidian's Command:"e;The conspiracy-driven plot is also exceedingly well-paced and matches the dark fantasy elements and shadowy secrets well, showing Lavery's ability to craft a story that is both intense and thought-provoking, leaving readers eager for more."e;★★★★★ K.C. Finn of Readers' Favorite