Release update

Blackforge Law is now available to preorder

Blackforge Law by Lukas Maertens — book cover

Blackforge Law is now available to preorder ahead of its official release on 1 October 2026.

After months of writing, editing, and slowly dragging the book into its final form, it is exciting to finally have a proper page where you can see the cover, read more about the story, and reserve a copy ahead of release.

The story follows Markan, newly branded a knight of the Ember Crucible, as he returns to save the city that once cast him out—only to discover that its would-be liberators have plans of their own.

Preorder on Amazon

Preorders are one of the best ways to support an independent release early, but there is no pressure. The book will still be available normally once it launches.

ARC copies are coming soon

I will also be opening Advance Review Copy signups shortly. ARC readers will receive an early digital copy of Blackforge Law in exchange for an honest review around release.

Reviews are especially useful for independent books: they help new readers decide whether a story is for them and give a launch some early visibility. I will post a separate update with the signup link and full details as soon as the ARC campaign is ready.

A new home for my books

This is also the first update on the redesigned Ravenblood.org. The site now brings the completed Ravenblood duology, Blackforge Law, the free prequel, and future news together in one place.

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The next update should contain the ARC signup details, so keep an eye out if you would like to read Blackforge Law early.

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