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Introducing the World of Heirs of Tenebris: Helloxes
Learn about the hellox, an animal of that dwells primarily in the Godberd Woods and Barrier Plains of Tenebris.
Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: Pumpkie Clans
Take a closer look at the Pumpkie Clans of Tenebris!
Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: Pumpkies
Pumpkies are a fierce and loyal animal whose ability to communicate telepathically with other beings, including humans makes them a uniquely powerful animal. Once Tenebris’ greatest allies, pumpkies (pronounced pump-keys) have since faded into legend. But these magic-wielding cat-like creatures are anything but myth! Dwelling in the mountain ranges of northwestern Tenebris, the three Pumpkie…
Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: Shamira
Meet Shamira, a fierce cat-like creature from my upcoming novel, Fire & Flight!
Introducing the World of Tenebris – Animals of Tenebris: Shadowjays
Shadow-jay; plural Shadowjays One of many animals mentioned in my young adult fantasy trilogy, shadowjays are a large bird native to Tenebris that are said to be able to restore magic to the land by sacrificing themselves. Nearly all black with streaks of gray and a hint of blue, shadowjays are fickle creatures and not…
Introducing the World of Heirs of Tenebris Trilogy: Animals of Tenebris: Pollipes
The first creature created in my young adult fantasy trilogy, the Heirs of Tenebris, pollies are small creatures with almond-shaped eyes as dark as a moonless night. Shy, though energetic, pollies come in a variety colors. It’s not uncommon to see a pollipes (Polly-pez; plural: pollies) with emerald, amethyst, ruby, or even amber fur. Enjoying…
Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: Balmae, Six Hundred Years in the Making
Stability ~ Calm ~ Perseverance ~ Wisdom.
Learn about the Astretarian’s counterpart to Corruptio, Balmae as part of the world of Fire & Flight.
Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: Corruptio
Curiosity ~ Honor ~ Compromise
Learn about Corruptio, the god most looked to in times of turmoil or adversity.
Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: Helpet
Perseverance ~ Wisdom ~ Protection To the Godberdians, Helpet is the omni-present goddess they look to the most. The first form of the old goddess, Helpet (help+pet) is one half of the greater world balance, though She doesn’t hold power over any specific realm of either good or evil. Fierce, regal, yet kind and compassionate,…
World of Tenebris: Happy Serenmae!
Learn about Serenmae, the coldest season featured in my young adult fantasy trilogy, the HEIRS OF TENEBRIS!
Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: Religion
Learn about the religions of Fire & Flight in this introduction to Tenebris.
Introducing the World of Fire & Flight: History is Complicated
Over six hundred years ago, what is now Tenebris and Eurland ceded from Corvus in a rebellion for their independence. Formed by religious and cultural minorities, Tenebris has thrived since the events of the Ten Years War… and the subsequent Great Tenebris War, maintaining its sovereignty and forming its own cultural identity as the centuries went on.
© 2026 Brianna R. Shaffery, Fiction Author. BRS Writes, L.L.C.
© 2026 Brianna R. Shaffery, Fiction Author. BRS Writes, L.L.C.