IFWG is extremely pleased to reveal the front cover of H.K. Stubbs’ upcoming fantasy novel, Staerstone. The wonderful art and design is by IFWG-stalwart, Greg Chapman. Instant attraction between Zericha and Andalu won’t stop them going head to head in the race to climb Staerstone Mountain. Both are stoke-strong and desperate to take the Scepter…
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Forthcoming Release & Cover Reveal: Ash Land by Matt Harry
IFWG is extremely happy to announce the release date of Ash Land by US-based Matt Harry: 4 May 2026, and to reveal the spectacular cover art and design by Juliane Crump. “Matt Harry is a talented and seasoned writer and we are very pleased to pick up his dystopian novel, Ash Land,” said Gerry Huntman,…
Christmas Short Story for 2025: Dylan’s Glorious Gift by Bree T. Donovan
Bree T. Donovan is an author in our stable and a talented one indeed. She has kindly provided a short story to celebrate Christmas, which we happily present below to share with you all. Dedicated to the Facebook Irish-American Club and Boru O`Domhnail “Running spikes,” Dylan said, his voice carrying the faint trace of an odd…
IFWG Publishing at Supanova Adelaide (31 Oct – 2 Nov 2025)
IFWG Publishing, along with sister business IPI Comics, have a strong presence at Supanova Comic-Con in Adelaide (this is posted while it is still happening). There are three highlight for us: All reports suggest that the crew there, headed by Christopher Sequeira, are having a great time. The following a few snaps taken of the…
New Release: The Brazen Dragon by Barbara J. Rosie (with video interview)
We are extremely pleased to announce the global release of Barbara J. Rosie’s novel, The Brazen Dragon, Book 1 of the Tangler’s Web trilogy. “We are very fortunate to have a recent influx of new novelists who have taken unique and fascinating approaches to the fantasy genre,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG, “and…
New Release: Drowning in the Dark and Other Stories by Matt Tighe (with video interview)
We are extremely pleased to announce the global release of Matt Tighe’s short fiction collection, Drowning in the Dark and Other Stories. “We had the privilege of publishing several short stories by Matt in our flagship horror anthologies,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG, “and it was very much a no-brainer to pick him…
New Release: Loki: Untangling a Tale by Leanbh Pearson (with video interview)
It is with great pleasure that we announce the global release of Leanbh Pearson’s novel, Loki: Untangling a Tale. “Leanbh’s novel is a reimagining of Norse Mythology,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG, “and while the ‘reimagining’ is clearly evident, it is also in many ways true to the old sagas and poems of…
Book Launch: The Woman in the Well by Dmetri Kakmi
Dmetri Kakmi had a wonderful book launch of his latest novel, The Woman in the Well, at Athenaeum Library (hosted byThe Sun Bookshop) in Yarraville (Victoria, Australia) on 24 April 2025. It was very well attended and all had a great time, as evidenced by the video below (courtesy of Jon Rendell): The Woman in…
Cover Reveal: Willow Close by Helena O’Connor
IFWG is very pleased to reveal the cover of Helena O’Connor’s upcoming short novel, Willow Close, a haunting horror piece. The wonderful artwork and design is by Greg Chapman. Kess Hawkins just wants to play video games, eat pizza rolls, and hang out with her cat. But when a determined journalist comes asking about Kess’…
New Release: Ferren and the Invaders of Heaven by Richard Harland
IFWG is very happy to announce the global release of Richard Harland’s final book in his young adult Ferren Trilogy, Ferren and the Invaders of Heaven. “This has been a pleasurable process,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG, “where there was a lot of collaboration between Richard and myself and the broader IFWG team….
New Acquisition: Staerstone by H.K. Stubbs
IFWG is very pleased to announce the acquisition of Staerstone, a fantasy novel by Queensland-based H.K. Stubbs. “Stubbs has had quite a few short fiction pieces published by us,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director IFWG, “and this novel is a logical growth for her, and certainly welcomed by us. This exciting and well-crafted novel is…
Interview – IFWG Talks To Author Richard Harland About Fantasy, Realism and Ferren and The Invaders Of Heaven
Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG Publishing International, interviews Richard Harland on his upcoming YA novel, Ferren and the Invaders of Heaven, last of his Ferren Trilogy. G: Hi, Richard! Great to be able to sit and chat with one of our authors. Can we start by filling in a bit of your background? R: Well,…
New Acquisition: A Balance of Secrets by Samantha House
“IFWG was very impressed with Samantha House’s manuscript when it crossed our desks” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG Publishing, “and it became a ‘must have’ when our submissions editor read it closely. Writing clean, compelling and fresh fantasy is a tall order these days, and House has absolutely nailed it with A Balance…
New Acquisition: Ash Land by Matt Harry
“Harry has great credentials and we were honoured with his submission” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG Publishing, “and the read was very impressive. The world-building and premise of the cataclysmic change to the world is novel and believable. We look forward Ash Land being released in November 2025.” Matt Harry is the author…
New Acquisition: The Sinistral Saga by Garry Fay
IFWG is very pleased to announce the acquisition of Garry Fay’s dark fantasy trilogy, The Sinistral Saga. “Our submissions editor was extremely impressed with Fay’s original storyline, as well as evocative writing,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG Publishing, “and it was a no-brainer to take on the series. From the moment he pitched…
New Acquisition: Loki: Untangling a Tale by Leanbh Pearson
IFWG is very excited to announce the acquisition of Leanbh Pearson’s dark fantasy reimagining of Norse mythology, Loki: Untangling a Tale. “We knew Loki: Untangling a Tale was a gem the moment our subs editors read the manuscript,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG. ” Furthermore, it fits beautifully into our branding of dark…
New Acquisition: Willow Close by Helena O’Connor
IFWG is very pleased to announce the acquisition of Helena O’Connor’s horror novella, Willow Close “IFWG is always interested in acquiring quality long fiction, best represented by our ‘IFWG Chapbook series’,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director. “O’Connor’s horror piece is certainly such an example, and we are very much looking forward to publishing it as…
New Acquisition: Singing Down the Sky by Sarah Neilson
IFWG is very pleased to announce the acquisition of Sarah Neilson’s fantasy novel, Singing Down the Sky. “IFWG is particularly pleased to add a quality fantasy title to our forward catalogue, as it has been, of late, underrepresented,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director. “Without giving too much away, we are particularly fond of elements of…
New Release: Rest in Pieces: Short Stories by Anthony Ferguson
IFWG is very pleased to announce the world release of Anthony Ferguson’s collection of short fiction, Rest in Piece. “We are impressed with Ferguson’s skill in short fiction writing,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG, “and were happy indeed to showcase it in this fine collection. We love to reprint back catalogue stories of…
New Release: Tide of Stone by Kaaron Warren
IFWG is delighted to announce the world release of Kaaron Warren’s novel, Tide of Stone. “IFWG snapped up the rights to this amazing, disturbing novel,” said Gerry Huntman, Managing Director of IFWG, “and we admit that we love Warren – so much so that we have the largest catalogue of her long works in the…
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