New & Upcoming Books
Latest Releases
Child of Ash Heir of Fire
A Viking princess is supposed to give her father a grandson—not become the warrior his men would follow into battle.
Her husband resents the life marrying her cost him. Her best friend is becoming her political enemy. Her kingdom's ancestral enemies are invading. And when she finally goes to war, her husband starts dreaming of her as a Valkyrie queen.
Everyone wanted Indunna to give them the next king. They should have been more worried she might become one.
Viking Dark Fantasy Novel
Meet H.F. Day
H.F. Day is an author and illustrator of myth-rich fantasy grounded in the Viking Age. Her debut novel, A Tale of Scorched Ash and Elm, braids the intimacy of family drama with the sweep of legend, drawing closely from the Eddas and Sagas. A lifelong student of Norse history and material culture, H.F. Day cares about getting the small things right; ships and seasonal light, law and longhouses, so the big things feel true. She has traveled widely and credits her inspiration to favorite locations such as Ireland, Spain, Romania, and the Rockies for shaping her eye.
Leifthasir
Learn more about the world of Leifthasir and the research involved in its creation.
What is Viking Dark Fantasy?
Viking dark fantasy blends the gritty reality of historically based fantasy with the rich tapestry of Norse Mythology and the Sagas. The World of Leifthasir is built on research and language deep dives into the world that Viking raiders inhabited in the 10th century and before. There are even little easter eggs for those who love historical sagas in most of the books.
My thoughts on Viking Dark Fantasy & Norse Mythology (plus updates)
Viking Weddings Let It Be Witnessed
The Real History of Norse and Viking Wedding Customs When I was fourteen years old, I fell in love with a myth. Specifically, I fell in love with the Skírnismál — the Old Norse poem in which the Vanir god Freyr, overcome with longing for the Jötunn woman Gerðr, sends …
Homosexuality in the Viking World vs. Leifthasir
The Viking world did not think about sexuality the way modern readers do. Despite popular media depicting the ancient Norse as an egalitarian wonderland of acceptance and diversity, the truth is that history doesn’t match that picture. When I began writing A Tale of Scorched Ash and Elm I knew …
ARC Sign Ups for Child of Ash Heir of Fire
ARC Request — Child of Ash, Heir of Fire H.F. Day · Advance Review Copy Request Child of Ash, Heir of Fire By H.F. Day Her marriage was arranged to save a kingdom she was never meant to rule. Then she discovered the power living in her blood. A Viking-era …
Explaining Seidr
Historical Seiðr vs. Seidr in Leifthasir: Norse Magic, Myth, and Fantasy Worldbuilding Let’s dive into Seiðr in the world of the ancient Norse, and Seidr as we see it in Leifthasir. What Is Seiðr in Norse History? In Old Norse tradition, seiðr was a form of magic associated with prophecy, …
Indie April
To celebrate Indie April, I’m compiling a list of my favorite Indie Reads this year! Be sure to check out these amazing authors, and let me know your favorite indie author in the comments. (Self Recs definitely welcome!) The Knights of Enar Series By Juliette Caruso Currently sitting at three …
Excerpt from Prophecy of Ash
Prologue The stillness of the night was cut by screaming, a blood-curdling cry of pain and desperation. The King and his son-in-law sat in the great hall of Fjord’s Hold, listening as the screams echoed through the palace. “I have to say,” the King mused as he sipped his beer. …
Upcoming Event- Folk & Fable Co
Join me for a special book signing event partnering with indie bookstore Folk & Fable Co. in Raleigh, North Carolina. I’ll be available to chat, sign books, and support indie publishing during a cozy afternoon of stories and community. Date: Saturday, March 21st, 2026Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMLocation: Folk & Fable Co., Raleigh, …
The Sea & The Stag Horn Releases Tomorrow (March 3)
A Viking Fantasy Romance Novella with Teeth Tomorrow, March 3, The Sea & The Stag Horn goes live on Amazon, and I’m equal parts excited and feral about it. This is a Viking-inspired fantasy romance novella built for readers who love mythic atmosphere, court politics, sharp-edged devotion, and a romance …
ARC Sign Ups – The Sea and the Stag Horn
Want to have an advanced review copy of the prequel novella to A Tale of Scorched Ash and Elm? Sign up and get your copy Feb 1! About The Sea and the Stag Horn Anya, daughter of Alfheim’s regent king, is bound in an arranged marriage to her childhood friend, …
Review “The Witch’s Heart”
I recently picked up “The Witch’s Heart” by Genevieve Gornichec at my local library. I had been recommended this book years back by a friend, but I was never able to find it. My first experience with Gornichec’s work was in “The Weaver and the Witch Queen,” which I very …