S.W. Kent
Books crafted for all those who, as children, never found reflections of themselves in the pages of a Fairy Tale.
S.W. Kent
Books crafted for all those who, as children, never found reflections of themselves in the pages of a Fairy Tale.
The Storyteller from Balincia
by S.W. Kent
Cover Artist: Miles Smart
Interior Artist: Yornelys Zombrano
2025 Amazon and Ingram Sparks Bestseller in YA Wizard & Witches Fantasy and YA LGBTQ Fantasy
2025 International Impact Award; LGBTQ Fantasy
“This enthralling magical tale promises a hearty saga to follow.” — Kirkus Reviews
” ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The book blends classic fantasy elements with fresh, modern ideas, creating a story that feels timeless.” — Reader’s Favorites
“This warm fantasy debut unites the cozy with the classically epic. Kent conjures a fantasy travelogue that emphasizes charm, friendship, and self-discovery.”— Publishers Weekly; Booklife
“This is a book for dreamers, wanderers, and anyone who has ever longed for something more.” — T.J. Gossamer | Author
“Kent’s world shows that magic and strength don’t belong solely to traditionally powerful or idealized figures. Rather, they belong to everyone — regardless of gender, sexuality, race, or background.” — Seattle Gay News
“…Kent offers something more rare: a deep, heartening humanity.”— Publishers Weekly; Booklife
An epic fantasy where a dark prophecy shapes the lives of two generations of witches. At its core is the journey of Birk, a young Storyteller whose life is turned upside down when a mysterious stranger presents him with a magical book desperately needing an author. As Birk uncovers the shocking truth that the world he knows is merely a fraction of a much grander reality, he embarks on an epic quest to explore Driftstone’s hidden past and save the future of magic.
Meet S.W. Kent
S.W. Kent lives with his husband and his familiar in the Pacific Northwest. In addition to being an author, he’s enjoyed a twenty-year career as a coach, counselor and executive, focused on equity and human rights.
