About the Author

Get to know the author behind your favorite fantasy series.


Bruce Blake embarked on his writing journey in 2011, immersing readers in the enchanting realms of fantasy. Best known for his Icarus Fell urban fantasy series and epic fantasy trilogy Khirro’s Journey, Bruce crafts narratives that transport audiences to urban landscapes tinged with supernatural mysteries and heroic worlds teetering on the edge of destiny.

Following the success of these series, Bruce launched his six-volume series, The Books of the Small Gods, showcasing his ability to weave tales of divine intricacies and impending darkness with the fates of intriguing characters you will laugh and cry with. His most recent project, the Curse of the Unnamed quadrilogy, featuring the Florida Authors’ Association Gold Medal-winning The Book of Shadow, concludes with the fourth book released February 2024.

Bruce’s vivid characters, the adversity they face, and the perfect touch of mystique he sprinkles into all of his writing invites readers into worlds where magic and the unknown coalesce to leave an indelible mark on the world of fiction.

Bruce Blake’s literary journey continues to unfold from his home in beautiful Victoria, BC, Canada,
where he has begun writing the first book in the world of the Faewyld—one that promises readers
another captivating foray into the fantastical.

Achievements and Awards

President's Book Award

President’s Book Awards Winner

Bruce Blake was awarded the 2022 President’s Book Award in the category of Adult Fiction – Fantasy by the Florida Authors & Publishers Association, Inc. for his epic fantasy novel, The Book of Shadows.