The Emari Chronicles - Book 1 and Book 2 in paperback and digital

She served her queen faithfully. That was her first mistake.

A queen worth dying for. A kingdom not worth saving.
She did everything right. It still went wrong.
Now the only way forward is through the one person she should never trust.

A character-driven epic fantasy of loyalty, betrayal, and survival at a cost. Book 1 of a four-book series. Start now with Books 1 and 2 available.

The Embers of Tamidh

Book 3 of The Emari Chronicles.
Releasing October 13, 2026.

*bonus art card with purchase of paperback or bundle while supplies last

Welcome to Emari

Persian inspired Epic Fantasy Series

The Emari Chronicles is a four-book series about women who carry kingdoms on their backs, men who survive by being underestimated, and gods who have gone dangerously quiet.

Character-first. Myth-rich.

The Emari Chronicles - Book 1 and Book 2 in paperback and digital
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Amber Hansford - Fantasy Author

I write Persian-inspired epic fantasy about faith, power, and the brutal cost of becoming who you choose to be. Navy brat, Dragon Con Filk Track Director, SFWA member, and devoted collector of Apocalypse Skills.

The Emari Chronicles is my debut series. Pull up a chair.

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