THE OTHER WORLDS: where the realms of science-fiction and fantasy collide…
These books braid together science‑fiction spectacle, epic fantasy stakes, and a touch of modern‑day Earth—without ever requiring you to read in a rigid order. If you’re ready to leap from glass‑spired Odisiris to the war‑torn sand‑seas of Pyridian (and still be home in time for dinner on Earth), this page is your map.
Why a Relaunch in 2025?
Since the first editions dropped, I’ve expanded the lore, polished timelines, and commissioned new cover art with Rogghorn Press. Think of the relaunch as an upgraded starship: same destinations, smoother hyperspace. Each title now includes a bonus “Lore Page” and a portal code you can enter at my fan hub for maps, playlists, and Q&A threads.
Four Portals, One Cosmic Quilt
| Book | Where It Drops You | Elevator Pitch |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm | Odisiris | Meet the cyan‑blooded Citizens and one scientist whose mind‑tech could upend an entire planet. Previously published as two separate novellas: Fortification and The Red Caves. |
| The Quest of Narrigh | Narrigh | A downloadable game from Tridan Entertainment cracks open a rainbow‑scarred realm of Elves, Dwarves, and shifting alliances. |
| The Plague of Pyridian | Pyridian | Frontier trenches, alien swarms, desperate treaties—where survival often means teaming up with your sworn enemy. |
| The Chancellor of Odisiris | Odisiris (again) | High politics meets hidden rebellion when a new ruler must choose between tradition and planetary unity. |
Pick whichever premise grabs you first; every novel closes its own main arc while nudging the larger story forward.
What Ties the Worlds Together?
Citizens—superhuman beings whose blood colour marks social rank—build soaring citadels on Odisiris. Portal storms and rogue technologies drag ordinary Earth kids into medieval Narrigh. Pyridian’s savage deserts push soldiers and scientists into uneasy partnerships. And somewhere in the middle, a shadowy cabal manipulates events through a certain gaming behemoth (yes, Tridan again).
Across all settings, you’ll find:
- Intersecting Genres – cybernetic labs one chapter, enchanted forests the next.
- Big‑Picture Themes – power, prejudice, and the thin line between heroics and hubris.
- No Endless Cliffhangers – I love tension, but I also love giving you a satisfying “aha!” at the final page.
Where to Connect
- Main Hub (you’re here): skholder.com — blog posts, sign‑up for secret chapters, upcoming event list.
- Publisher HQ: rogghornpress.com — print runs, merch, media kits.
- In‑Universe Gaming Giant: tridanentertainment.com — lore teasers, music playlists, and a few sneaky ARG puzzles.
(Disclaimer: Tridan’s website is harmless—unlike the in‑story version that may or may not open wormholes.)
Final Invitation
I wrote The Other Worlds to ask one question: What happens when a single decision ripples across galaxies? If you’re curious too, crack open a book and step through. The gates are waiting—let’s walk them together.
See you among the stars!