The Battle that Rages Around Us
by Justin Lambert
Our Story
Every decision we make is shaped by a clear sense of purpose. Our journey has been anything but ordinary. Through every step, we've focused on staying true to our values and making space for thoughtful, lasting work.
What began as a passion project has evolved into something more. We’re proud of where we’ve been and even more excited for what’s ahead.
A New Genre
of
Urban Fantasy
This Urban Fantasy Series is a new genre, in which books are “nested” inside the other. The hope is to not only entertain the reader but challenge your real world understanding of the paranormal, angels, demons and how they may interact even in your daily life.
The entire the 13 book series, save Book 5, “Epiphany” is written in PAIRS, in that the 2nd book of each pair is nested inside the first book. In the first book you have a incredible story line with intense character development, heroic protagonists, antagonists that are evil incarnate, page turning rising action, with a climax and satisfying resolution written of course by a witty, handsome and albeit humble author. At the end of the 1st book in the pair, my sincere hope is you bathe in the afterglow of completing a great novel and are left begging for more.
If so, then you are in luck. You are then invited back to the beginning of the book you just completed. In the paired book, a separate story line of the spiritual war between Angels and Demons is revealed between the paragraphs of what you just read. The first book is included as an anchor, with text subtlety grayed out to allow you to review and remember the nuances of the previous story. Both stories complement each other in an attempt to lift the veil and reveal mysteries that we all inherently know are hidden and lying under the surface of the world around us.
Writing Progress Page Update
Update as of 15 Jan 2026
Current Process Status
Project Release
The Writing Process
Writing & drafting
Complete the full manuscript without worrying about polish. The goal is to get all ideas on the page and maintain momentum.
Developmental editing
Review the manuscript as a whole to evaluate structure, clarity, pacing, and purpose. Major issues are identified before any detailed editing begins.
Major revisions
Rewrite, cut, expand, and reorganize sections based on developmental feedback. This stage reshapes the book to strengthen its overall effectiveness.
Structural or substantive editing
Refine the organization and flow of chapters or sections. Transitions are improved and the structure is finalized.
Line editing
Polish the writing at the sentence and paragraph level. Focus on clarity, tone, rhythm, and consistency while preserving the author’s voice.
Copy editing
Correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, and usage, and ensure consistency in names, terminology, and formatting. Factual accuracy is also checked where applicable.
Formatting and proofreading
Prepare the manuscript for print or digital release and conduct a final review. Remaining typos, layout issues, and minor errors are corrected before publication.
Publication ready
Finalize files, confirm distribution details, and approve the manuscript for release. At this point, no further content changes should be made.
Pair 1
Book 1
Structural Edits
Fall of 2026
Book 2
Structural Edits
Early 2027
Pair 2
Book 3
30% Draft
Summer of 2027
Book 4
15% Draft
Early 2028
Non-Pair
Book 5
Outline Complete
Summer of 2028
Pair 3
Book 6
Book 7
Pair 4
Book 8
Book 9
Pair 5
Book 10
Book 11
Pair 6
Book 12
Book 13
Going Deep
As an avid reader of fantasy and sci-fiction I have often found that the best of these genres has an air of possibility. Sci-fi enthusiasts nerd out over books like The Martian, by Andy Wier, (I included) because he took the time to ensure that math and engineering worked or at least was highly probable. Countless blogs and pages are dedicated to disproving or proving Mr. Wier’s claims abound! For the nerd, (again I am looking in the mirror) this is entertainment at its finest, for the rest of us, we just smile as they then pull out their 20 sided die and ask us to join in a quick game of D&D, but we politely decline and say, “let’s do lunch, no that’s ok, I have your number, I will call you.”
With this in mind, I have taken this one step further and thanks to the advent of the hyperlink, I have added evidence to the hypothesizes I present in these pages as supporting documentation in the footnotes in all books. I reference, locations, intellectual papers published, works of art, as well many, many cultural references that are embedded in this story, which I believe adds color to our otherwise dreary, black and white existence.
I have done this as a higher level invitation to not just provide an entertaining story, but for those so inclined, invite you on this writers journey that has taken me over many years to produce. If you are intrigued, then clink the links in the footnotes and dive deep. Follow me down the rabbit hole while we attempt to unearth the truth. If not, ignore the footnotes enjoy the story for the entertainment it was meant to provide. Either way, I hope you are fascinated!
Be forewarned. Reading the footnotes first is the mother of all SPOILERS. So please don’t. I know by saying this many of you will charge ahead and pursue the site. Just let me ask you this. How would you have felt about Dolby if you knew his outcome, or if you knew in The Sixth Sense that Cole could “talk to dead people” in BEFORE the opening credits?
I have spent YEARS of my life in an attempt to write a story that will illicit a range of emotions from you, for my your enjoyment. Therefor, I highly recommend to read books in order and look at the footnotes for each book either while reading the book, or after you finish for a deeper dive, because the real truth of the matter might just be something different than what you currently believe.
Or don’t, and simply enjoy my visions of fancy that what started as an idea, has very much become my muse.
I sincerely hope you enjoy!
- Justin Lambert
Lust
Comming Fall 2026
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Comming Fall 2026 〰️
Book 1
Book 1 Summary
The Grande Foyer
Xtonitch
Lieutenant of Asmodeus
Comming Early 2027
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Comming Early 2027 〰️
Book 2
Book 2 Summary
Bo’s Apartment