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From the Author's Desk: You asked, Troyan Answered.
In our Facebook Readers’ group, a brave few dared to ask Troyan some questions… and against all odds, he answered.
Sep 26, 2025


The Story of the Salamanderverse.
How was the Salamanderverse born? It’s a question I’ve been asked countless times by readers, and today, I’m finally ready to answer it.
Jul 11, 2025


Gods of the Salamanderverse: Stribog, The Slavic god of Wind and Air
Discover the ancient wisdom of Stribog, the Slavic god of elemental Air, master of winds, storms, and continuous change.
Jun 6, 2025


Gods and Monsters of the Salamanderverse: Perun, the Slavic God of Thunder and Justice.
Today we’re going to explore the fascinating world of the Slavic pantheon, starting with Perun, the Slavic god of Thunder and Justice.
Jul 19, 2024


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Cossacks-Sorcerers.
Usually, in the “Gods and Monsters of the Salamanderverse” blogs, we discuss Slavic pantheon or monsters from Slavic lore and fairy tales.
Apr 5, 2024


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Baba Yaga - Part 2
Let’s talk about mighty Veles and Yaginya and their eternal love. Their story has everything: love, betrayal, sacrifice, and hope.
Jan 19, 2024


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Baba Yaga - Part 1
Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Baba Yaga - Part 1. A terrifying witch or a powerful goddess?
Oct 20, 2023


From the Author's Desk: October News and Updates from the Salamanderverse.
October news and updates from the Salamanderverse.
Oct 6, 2023


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: A Black Crow.
Chernij Voron a.k.a. Black Crow. Black crows and ravens are shrouded in a veil of mystery. Let's talk about their place in Slavic mythology.
Sep 15, 2023


From the Author’s Desk: August News and Updates
It’s time for the August Urban Fantasy Author’s update. Here is what's new in the Salamanderverse.
Aug 25, 2023


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Koldun.
If you read The Storm Awakened, most likely you remember Declan’s encounter with Koldun Appoloni. So, who is a koldun, or rather what is he?
Aug 4, 2023


From Author's Desk: Cover Reveal and June News and Updates
From the Author's Desk: Cover Reveal and other news and updates from the Salamanderverse.
Jun 30, 2023


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Cat Bayun.
Gods and Monster of the Fire Salamander World: Cat Bayun. Let’s try to figure out who this not-so-cute-and-cuddly kitty is.
Jun 9, 2023


From Author’s Desk: May News and Updates. WHAT'S NEXT?
After the release of The Shadow Wrath I was asked many questions, but the main question I received was “What’s next?”
May 19, 2023


God and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Upir
In the Salamanderverse, vampires, wurdulaks & upirs are various representatives of the undead community. But is it the same in Slavic lore?
May 5, 2023


From Author's Desk: March News and Updates
I can't believe it's March already. So, without further ado, here is the March Urban Fantasy Author's Update.
Mar 10, 2023


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Blud.
One of the evil characters of the Slavic lore you are going to meet in the ninth book of the Shadow Enforcer Series is Blud.
Feb 10, 2023


From Author's Desk: Cover Reveal and December News and Updates
From Author's Desk: Cover Reveal and other December News and Updates.
Dec 16, 2022


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Rusalka.
A Slavic Rusalka - a beautiful woman who lives in lakes and rivers. But is there any difference between a Slavic Rusalka and a mermaid?
Dec 2, 2022


Gods and Monsters of the Fire Salamander World: Rarog
Gods and Monsters of the Salamanderverse: Rarog. A god? A spirit of Fire? Or the symbol of the god of Fire, Semargl. So, who is Rarog?
Oct 28, 2022
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