Emrae Publishing today announced the acquisition of Orin Steele’s debut romantic fantasy series, Severed Oaths—a sweeping tale of divine power, forbidden desire, and the fight to reclaim one’s destiny.
In a realm teetering on the edge of war, heroine Islyn never asked to be chosen—by the gods, by destiny, or by the dangerously compelling warrior sworn to protect her. Power like hers doesn’t stay hidden for long and ancient forces stir as enemies close in. Islyn must navigate secrets, shifting alliances, and a connection that burns hotter than she could have expected. How will she choose who she can trust? When the options are duty versus desire, the result is anyone’s guess.
“Orin’s imagination and personal history are deeply entwined in this telling of a story that feels familiar—yet groundbreaking. We can’t wait for readers to join Islyn on her journey through this three-book series,” Shelly Weaver, Head of Acquisitions for Emrae Publishing said.
The first book in the series, By Blood, Shadow, and Fire (Severed Oaths, Book One), will ignite shelves on April 28th, 2026.
By Blood, Shadow, and Fire
Severed Oaths Book One
By Orin Steele
Release date: April 28th, 2026
Marked by gods. Hunted by fate. Bound to a warrior she shouldn’t want.
In a realm teetering on the edge of war, Islyn never asked to be chosen—by the gods, by destiny, or by the dangerously compelling warrior sworn to protect her.
But power like hers doesn’t stay hidden for long. As ancient forces stir and enemies close in, she must navigate a world of secrets, shifting alliances, and a connection that burns hotter than she ever expected.
Caught in a dangerous game of duty versus desire, Islyn has to decide who she can trust—and what she’s willing to become to survive.
About Orin Steele
Orin writes deeply human and flawed characters who have to discover the cost of becoming who and what they’re meant to be. When she’s not writing, you’ll find Orin hiking with her family or cozying up under a blanket under the near-constant cover of clouds and rain of the Pacific Northwest. By Blood, Shadow, and Fire is her first novel.
About Emrae Publishing
Emrae Publishing challenges traditional and hybrid publishing houses with a profit-share model. With a focus on direct distribution and partnerships with independent bookstores, Emrae gives authors the flexibility of self-publishing with the support of a team that understands them. Their mission is to keep money in the pockets of creatives bringing stories to life while keeping billionaires out of their business.