


Books in series

#1
The Bartender Between Worlds
2024
Low\-stakes magic, crafting cocktails, and discovering the power of who we truly are. Emma grew up as a Hunter of the Cursed—those charged with eradicating monsters and magic from the Kingdom. She's damn good at it too and is revered as one of the King's most skilled hunters. At least she was—until she discovered she possessed magic herself. Before anyone else can discover her secret, Emma abandons her post and flees to the far edge of the Kingdom, where she hopes she can settle down and live a quiet life as a bartender, out of the Hunters' watchful eye. Fate, however, won't allow us to run away from who we are so easily. When Emma is confronted by an exiled fairy and a man who claims to be a scientist (though Emma is convinced he's a sorcerer), she must evaluate what she believes and the confines of who she's been allowed to be. Pulled on a journey that takes her further than she'd ever imagined possible, Emma is led on an adventure to discover where her fate lies and must confront her own biases, hopefully learning a drink recipe or two along the way. A low\-stakes cozy fantasy about cocktails, magic, portals, and finding where we truly belong. If you enjoyed the themes of leaving it all behind in books like Legends \& Lattes, and the fun and low\-stakes magic in The Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking, then this is the book for you.

#2
The Greatest Pub in the Multiverse
2025
A heartwarming tale of friendship, acceptance, and the magic of second chances.
James O'Sullivan never wanted to return to his hometown of Cuanmore, but when his estranged father passes away, he finds himself drawn back to the family pub he left behind. Little does he know, O'Sullivan's Pub holds a secret that will change his life forever: a hidden portal to a magical pub that serves as a sanctuary for patrons from across the multiverse.
As James navigates his new role as the caretaker of The Pint & Portal, he must confront his past, forge unexpected friendships, and unravel the mysteries surrounding the pub's enchanted history. With the help of Emma, a former witch hunter seeking redemption, and a colorful cast of regulars from various worlds, James discovers that the true magic of The Pint & Portal lies not in its mystical brews or otherworldly visitors, but in the bonds of community and the power of empathy.
But when outside forces threaten to expose the pub's secrets and tear apart the fragile harmony James has built, he must rally his newfound family to protect their haven and prove that love and understanding can conquer even the deepest divisions.
The Greatest Pub in the Multiverse is a heartfelt and uplifting cozy fantasy that celebrates the beauty of found family, the strength of compassion, and the extraordinary magic that can be found in the most ordinary of places. Perfect for fans of Travis Baldree, TJ Klune, and anyone who believes in the power of a warm hearth, a cold pint, and an open heart.

#3
Flour & Forge
2026
A weary warrior. A restless baker. A magical side quest neither of them asked for, but both might need.
Rudy had hoped that setting up shop in a new town would quiet his restless spirit, but something inside him still longs for more. He’s a quiet baker with a kind heart, a trusty rolling pin, and an uncanny knack for pastries.
When a hidden portal tucked inside a local pub opens into the dwarven realm of Hybarn, Rudy is pulled from his flour-dusted routine and dropped into a fantastical world filled with dwarves, dragons, and dire wolves.
Before he can make sense of where he is or why, he’s swept up in a mission with a ragtag band of dwarves sent to find a witch deep in the mountains—a witch rumored to possess a lost magic that might be able to send him home.
Leading the expedition is Tarvo, a wounded warrior with more grit than patience, who would rather be back on the battlefield than babysitting a human baker in the wilderness.
But what begins as an inconvenient detour slowly becomes something more: a healing journey shaped by hard-won trust, quiet courage, and the unexpected magic of fresh bread, shared meals, and the bonds we build when we least expect them.
Flour & Forge is perfect for anyone who believes that while a pastry might not save the world, it can help make it a world worth saving.
“It’s The Hobbit meets The Wizard of Oz in this charming, feel-good fantasy adventure.”
Author

Herman Steuernagel
Author · 11 books
Herman Steuernagel is a crafter of dystopian worlds and dark tales, including his internationally best-selling debut Lies the Guardians Tell. Herman grew up with a love of story and of writing. That love has never waned and led to a Bachelor of Arts (English Major) from the University of Calgary. His past titles include entrepreneur, financial branch manager, and journalist. He currently works as a web developer. Herman lives in British Columbia, Canada where he wields his stories of robots, vampires and other fantastical worlds.