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The archive evolves · Coming Winter 2026

The Amblerverse:
Then & Now

These stories began as independently published editions under the name Kevin C. Noel. They return through KCN Press with new covers, minor revisions, newly added sections, and the author’s name, Kevin Obike.

New covers designed by ART2KNOCKOUT Studios ↗

Explore the Amblerverse →Original editions remain available during the transition.
Account I

Children of Semyaza

The story remains. The new KCN Press edition introduces refreshed presentation and additional material.

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Original Children of Semyaza edition
Then · Original edition
New Children of Semyaza KCN Press edition
Now · KCN Press edition
Account II

Army of Shimshon

A new cover and newly added material introduce the next KCN Press presentation of Garrick’s continuing story.

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Original Army of Shimshon edition
Then · Original edition
New Army of Shimshon KCN Press edition
Now · KCN Press edition
Two archive files become one collection

Tales fromthe Amblerverse:Volume 1

ZAK and The Last LeGrey are collected together for the first time in the inaugural volume of Tales from the Amblerverse.

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Original ZAK novella cover
ZAK
Original The Last LeGrey novella cover
The Last LeGrey
Tales from the Amblerverse Volume 1 cover
New collected edition
Featured event

A night with readers.

June 6 · Barnes & Noble
Columbia, Maryland

Event 01

The Dead Man’s Dame at Barnes & Noble

Kevin Obike joined readers at the Barnes & Noble in Columbia, Maryland, for an evening celebrating The Dead Man’s Dame, conversation, and the community that brings stories to life beyond the page.

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Kevin Obike at the Barnes and Noble book signing Book-signing table at Barnes and Noble A moment from the Barnes and Noble event Readers at the Barnes and Noble signing
In the press

Recognized by readers.

Five-star reviews from
Readers’ Favorite

Press File 01 · Five Stars

Children of Semyaza

“A riveting story… driven by the rich lore of the Incardians and the character development we witness throughout in Garrick.”

— Miche Arendse, Readers’ Favorite

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Press File 02 · Five Stars

Army of Shimshon

“A fast-paced, emotionally charged continuation that balances grit with heart.”

— K.C. Finn, Readers’ Favorite

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Reader notes
“Urban fantasy at its best… Once you pick the book, you can’t put it down until you finish reading.”
C.C. · Amazon reader review
“An outstanding piece of work. Different and yet very captivating.”
Cedar Edeh · Goodreads reader review
“A wonderfully detailed fantasy overflowing with great prose and exceptional world-building.”
Asher Syed · Readers’ Favorite