D.H. Dhaenens

Independent author, Flammable Penguins Publishing

Daphne D'Haenens writes as D.H. Dhaenens: grumpy mages, prison planets and haunted houses full of frills. Born in Belgium, she moved to the UK after graduating in Applied Linguistics, and has been enjoying the British weather ever since. She has six books to her name and a master's degree in creative writing from Queen Mary University of London.

She is Narrative Director at Flammable Penguins Games and co-hosted Tentacle Quill Book Banter, a weekly writing discussion with Claire Blackshaw that ran until 2024. She lives in London with her loving wife and two ginger cats, writing a little every day, collecting very frilly dresses and occasionally taking a break to be an adult.

Publisher: Flammable Penguins Publishing
Genres: Urban fantasy, science fiction, comedic horror
Books: Six novels, 2016 to 2024

Lockhart Returns

by D.H. Dhaenens Book Two of Lockhart

Welcome back to Lockhart Mansion, where frills meet chills in this witty horror-comedy. Three fashionable friends find themselves navigating university life, mysterious housemates, and unexpected romances. And all while dealing with a house that refuses to stay quiet.

Ramona, George, and Valiant thought they'd found the perfect place to live out their elegant gothic lolita dreams. But as they settle into their creepy hilltop mansion, they soon discover that lost packages aren't the only thing going bump in the night.

When a new hobby threatens to unravel a long-standing friendship and a captivating newcomer stirs up the local fashion comm, our frilly friends must confront both supernatural and all-too-human dramas. Will their bonds and their coords survive the chaos?

Genre: Comedic supernatural horror
Published: 2024
ISBN: 9780995696761
Formats: Print and eBook

Lockhart Mansion

by D.H. Dhaenens Book One of Lockhart

A female-fronted, unique look into a fashion subculture with a supernatural twist. Three students move into a haunted house, will their friendship survive mysterious hauntings and auction snipers?

Lockhart Mansion is a story of friendship, fashion and frights. Ramona, George and Valiant are three good friends who decide to rent a house together for the academic year. When things start going bump in the night, it's up to them to solve the mystery.

Genre: Comedic supernatural horror
Published: 2022
ISBN: 9780995696754
Formats: Print and eBook

Calamity at Cattori V

by D.H. Dhaenens Standalone science fiction

Can you rise up and be a hero even when you've lived among criminals all your life?

When Tommy is entrusted with a special power he has to make a decision. Fight to uncover what is off about Cattori V or keep his head down and focus on getting a ride off of the prison planet he was born on?

When he finally uncovers the secret of Cattori V, it may just be too late for him and everyone on the planet...

Genre: Science fiction
Published: 2021
ISBN: 9780995696747
Formats: Print and eBook

Kaoru's Chaos

by D.H. Dhaenens Book Three of the Vade Mecum series

It's not like it's the end of the world, maybe just the magic. Will it be a little green man from another world or government oversight?

Not long after the destruction of the world's most dangerous spell, all seems clear for a magic summit to commence. Murder from a dark past, a visitor from another world and a new magic agency all collide. Between factional politics, the weight of leadership and the lack of a good cup of tea, Furcifer's had enough. With the help of his faction Furcifer hopes to find out more about this other world. With the curiosity of a cat and the help of his misfit friends.

Can the grumpiest mage get everyone back on track and keep the peace between factions or is he just going to wait it out in a coffee shop?

Genre: Magical realism, urban fantasy
Published: 2019
ISBN: 9780995696730
Formats: Print and eBook

Asa's Blessing

by D.H. Dhaenens Book Two of the Vade Mecum series

Magic empowers, protects and improves lives. Some knowledge is so dark and troubling, it should remain buried six feet under.

As Furcifer tries to adapt to his new responsibilities, balanced with his impish nature and fiery partner, he is drawn into a hunt that will drive him around the globe. Furcifer has burned his bridges, and Gabrielle starts a hunt for the Spell. Rival mage factions, treacherous magic, and broken friendships stand in his way of finding the forbidden Spell. His old friend Twitch has gone into hiding and the only clues are the mutterings of an old witch who wrestled devils and dæmons.

Young and old mages join this global hunt for power. Forces and factions clash as Twitch and others seek the truth buried all those years ago by his mother.

Genre: Magical realism, urban fantasy
Published: 2018
ISBN: 9780995696723
Formats: Print and eBook

Furcifer's Pride

by D.H. Dhaenens Book One of the Vade Mecum series

The world's leading magic researcher returns to civilisation after years lost in the wilderness with a bag full of research and pocket full of attitude to annoy his dean and stumble back into the lecture room. Furcifer finds more than he left behind in his alma mater, as he tries to find balance back among people who won't be driven away by his short fuse and burning wit.

Fresh new faces and a mystery quickly pull him by his fiery hair and temper to lure him into unwrapping the mystery of a recently uncovered artefact. Mystery, muggers, drive bys and murder leave a bloody bread crumb trail to follow. Though when things take a turn for the unexpected Furcifer might find he has more in common with his friends and enemies than he planned for.

Join the grumpy mage on his quest to get a hot cup of tea and avoid another nasty adventure.

Genre: Magical realism, urban fantasy
Published: 2016
ISBN: 9780995696709
Formats: Print, eBook and audiobook

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