Author Page: P. D. Londra

When he is writing epic fantasy, Phil uses the pen name, P. D. Londra.

Phil read The Lord of the Rings when he was sick with the mumps for a week. It would be fair to say that Phil was always going to write epic fantasy, because it was that week drinking R Whites Lemonade with a head that felt like an over-inflated beach ball that he first decided to become a writer.

Phil grew up at a time when the current world of fantasy was just cutting its teeth. As such, he became a lover of the genre by reading the works of Gemmell, Feist, Hobb, and Pratchett, to name a few.

Books under P. D.’s pseudonym

Humanity teeters on the edge of doom, as the malevolent disciples of Partholón—Conquest, War, Pestilence, and Death—threaten to unleash chaos upon the Five Kingdoms. To fulfil their dark purpose, they seek a summoner and a witch. Enter Choca, the village troublemaker, unwittingly thrust into a perilous journey after a reckless act sets events in motion. With the help of Upthóg, a mysterious recluse, and pursued by a relentless Captain of Horse Warriors, Abe, Choca embarks on a treacherous quest southward in search of the enigmatic sage Myddrin. His hope rests on the sage’s wisdom to extricate himself from an ever present doom. “Fantastic Irish fantasy that combines meticulous research and worldbuilding with incredibly creative storytelling. Also features my favourite character that I’ve read in a long time – Upthóg.” — John De Búrca, Historical Fantasy author Get the book

Now that Brenós has exhausted Partholón’s Earth Power, the giant needs a new source. It has long been rumoured that Balor—the Undead King—has a source in his domain under the Fiery Mountain. Partholón sends a demon messenger to treat with Balor. The messenger’s news makes the King realise that the exile of the Undead has ended, and they waste no time but issue forth on a quest for vengeance. A Tuatha witch and a captain of horse warriors are all that stand against the annihilation of the Five Kingdoms. Get the book

Next in the series:

Abe cannot believe it when Upthóg hands Lia Fáil to Partholón’s demon messenger. As an act of defiance, he steals the twin maces of the Undead Warrior, Abartach, before returning home. With civil war looming, Abe harnesses the power of the maces but soon realises that it comes at a cost. His transformation into a formidable force on the battlefield proves to be a challenge as he crushes both friends and foes. Disliking what he has become, Abe seeks guidance from his stepfather, who sends him on a perilous journey to seek assistance from The Whitehead. Abe sets off, fully aware that Upthóg will likely be nearby. Meanwhile, under the guidance of the enigmatic Myddrin, Choca learns the ancient art that Partholón requires to unleash his disciples upon the Five Kingdoms. As Abe and Choca’s paths converge, it sets the stage for an epic showdown that will determine the fate of the realms. Get ready for an enthralling adventure filled with action, magic, and the ultimate battle for salvation!