In this interview, Valerios shares what makes Road to Mastery stand out—from Jack’s fist-first fighting style to the blend of LitRPG and unexpected cultivation. He talks about crafting a world full of danger, depth, and surprising character turns, all while keeping the action fast and the progression satisfying. It’s a series built to pull readers in and keep them hooked until the final punch.
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Author Spotlight: Valerios
In this interview, Valerios shares what inspired Road to Mastery—a fast-paced LitRPG apocalypse series about Jack Rust, a down-on-his-luck biologist who wakes up in a dungeon with no magic, no weapons, and only his fists. He talks about designing a brawler-based combat system, the accidental evolution of cultivation mechanics, and the joy of writing progression that hits just as hard emotionally as it does physically. From flying whales to talking monkeys, Valerios explores the brutal, chaotic, and surprisingly heartfelt path Jack takes on his road to power.
Author Spotlight: Kos Play
In this interview, Kos Play opens up about his creative process, the characters who matter most to him, and the real-life inspirations behind his fantastical worlds. With a quick wit and a genuine love for his readers, Kos shares a behind-the-scenes look at the stories that have captivated fans—and the ones he can’t wait to write next.
Aethon Books Acquires Majority Stake In Vault Comics!
The news is out!, courtesy of Forbes! Aethon Books has acquired a majority interested in Vault Comics, a prolific comic publisher best known for hits such as Barbaric, Money Shot, and Post Malone’s Big Rig! The companies have previously been strategic partners. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Since we met the team at […]
Aethon Signs Luke Chmilenko for the Requiem Series!
We are excited to announce that we have inked a deal for REQUIEM, a new Progression Fantasy series by Luke Chmilenko, the bestselling author of Ascend Online and Iron Prince! One of the bestselling LitRPG authors in the world with hundreds of thousands of units sold, we couldn’t be more thrilled to bring Luke’s next […]
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Author Spotlight: T.J. Brearton
In this interview, T.J. Brearton shares insights into his creative process, his longtime fascination with isolation and identity, and how his screenwriting roots continue to shape his fiction.
Author Spotlight: Felix R. Savage
In this interview, Felix R. Savage discusses the ideas and influences that shape his work, from the philosophical underpinnings of his protagonists to the strategic realities of space combat. With a thoughtful perspective and a sharp sense of humor, Savage offers a compelling look into the creative process behind his expansive body of work.
Post Malone’s BIG RIG Graphic Novel is Here!
We’re excited to announce that our partners at Vault have finally dropped limited editions of BIG RIG, a new horror fantasy graphic novel by singer and songwriter Post Malone! It’s been described as Evil Dead meets Mad Max: Fury Road, and if you don’t believe us, Matt Dinniman, the NYT Bestselling author of Dungeon Crawler Carl, […]
May 2025 LitRPG & Progression Fantasy Releases
The very best LitRPG and Progression Fantasy books launching May 2025.
The Last Wardens Audio Drama
Blending nostalgic adventure, dark humor, and pulse-pounding action, we are excited to announced that THE LAST WARDENS Full-Cast Audio Drama is now available everywhere! It delivers a thrilling mix of comic book fantasy and supernatural intrigue. Find it HERE Starring:– Anjali Bhimani (Overwatch, Ms. Marvel) as Danielle Pryer – Felicia Day (The Guild, Supernatural) as […]
May 2025 New Releases
Discover our top books in the LitRPG, Progression Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Thriller and Romantasy genres launching May 2025.
May 2025 Thrillers
The most pulse-pounding thrillers to keep you on the edge of your seat this May.