The World of the Effluvium

ef·​flu·​vi·​um (noun)
an invisible emanation


Imagine a world encased in smoke, where magic is dying, stories are outlawed, and self-proclaimed Death Gods known as Mist Keepers pull the strings.

But, despite the smoke that fills this world, there is still hope and advancements, and countless stories to be shared.

The World of the Effluvium is a dystopian fantasy world that acts as the setting for E.S. Barrison’s collection of novels, including The Life & Death Cycle, The Story Collector’s Almanac, The Tortuga & the Hare, and more.


The Life & Death Cycle
Follow a clumsy storyteller & a powerful plant enchantress as they uncover the secrets of the Mist Keepers
Follow the adventure…

Clickable image of The Mist Keeper's Apprentice

The Story Collector's Almanac
Learn the stories of the Mist Keepers
Learn their stories…


The Tortuga & the Hare
A tale of two siblings as they embrace piracy, magic and adventure.
Set sail on adventure…


Check them out…