Xyvah M. Okoye

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Goleah’s Lore

Goleah’s Lore is a collection of myths, legends, and folktales from the fantastical world of Eutopia, strung together through the secret writings of Goleah, the immortal son of the Fallen God.




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Age of the Anathema series

Five bloodlines… three kingdoms… one law…Long ago, magic pulsed through the very fabric of Eutopia. Now, it is a luxury enjoyed only by the Nobles of Schandrof… and the Anathemas. Considered unfit for healthy and safe societal fraternisation, Anathemas are fated to die by the Kuwaha Council. Their only crime: being born mixed-race.An epic tale of love, sacrifice, and man’s hostility towards the unknown.


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About

Xyvah M. Okoye

Xyvah (pronounced Zee-vah) is an author and believer. After writing religious literature and poetry for almost a decade, Xyvah now focuses on storytelling in the fantasy genre.Her stories often revolve around gods, monsters, and damaged royals who petition them. She believes in consequences, but she also believes in hope, and that is the message she tries to spread through her writing.

An anime-watcher and book-lover, Xyvah exists in multiple worlds at once. She considers this to be a good thing, especially when she needs a break from her stressful part-time job of being a functioning human being. That being said, music and chocolate do a great job of getting her through the day.Outside of being a person, Xyvah is the founder and CEO of Chartus.X Publishing, a UK-based independent publishing company, where she works with writers and affiliates to produce outstanding books and authors. She also offers independent coaching, providing information, templates, encouragement and tailored guidance on writing and publishing to aspiring and already-published authors.Xyvah spends most of her time building worlds, writing stories and drinking coffee.When she isn’t tinkering with the mechanics of another tale, she might be refuelling her magic in a pool, on the beach, or close to some other body of water. And at times like that, with her pointy ears twitching and her button nose buried in a book, if you look close enough, you just might see the shimmering veil around her… The veil between this world, and hers… Between what is, and what could be.


Goleah’s Lore

Goleah’s Lore is a collection of myths, legends, and folktales from the fantastical world of Eutopia, strung together through the secret writings of Goleah, the immortal son of the Fallen God.


AOTA Book 2: Branded

Regan wants peace, Kayle wants freedom, Sexa wants blood…Dealing with grief and fighting to stay alive, the young Anathemas find sanctuary in the home of their Kuwaha. Then a magical brand suddenly appears on Anathemas in Sabato, and Regan makes it his mission to find and save his kind from the Council, no matter the cost.Retailer links:


Trouble is brewing on the Southern border of Sabato, and Regan Kalish must do whatever it takes to protect his family. Without his father’s inheritance ring, the Lepane Prince seeks work with a Kuwaha, Dioohn, to help his mother and save his great-grandfather, but what he finds is far more than he bargained for.Retailer links:

AOTA Book 1: Tainted


Songs of the Heart

A Chartus.X Poetry AnthologySongs of the Heart is the first in a series of poetry anthologies by Chartus.X Publishing. It is a curated collection that captures the joys and lamentations dwelling within the poets' souls.Featured Poems
+ Before I Sleep
+ Ever Since I Met You
+ That Foolish Act
+ A Letter To A Lover
+ My Eutopia
+ Too Much Like You

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A Creative AnthologyFeaturing poetry, short stories and artwork, RiPPLE's 19th anthology explores all aspects of life, demonstrating the deep emotional connections we build. From ghost stories to tales of heartbreak, don't miss these incredibly unique pieces you'll find yourself reading again and again.My featured short story: The Dead Were Never From Florida.
A medium, a mad-man, and a red tent... What could possibly go wrong?

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RiPPLE 2023 Anthology


gone by morning

A Short Story AnthologyGet ready to be spooked by Gone by Morning, an anthology of spine-chilling short stories that will leave you wanting to sleep with the lights on.My short story: Tales of the Karsha
When Morpheus, accidentally plagues a child with insomnia, the sandman seeks to atone for his sins by undoing the damage he has done. But even a god has monsters that keep them up at night...

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“And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.”
-Jeremiah 29:13
God Seeker is a collection of 5 books that have been carefully written to guide all who are seeking God. Inspired by the Word of God, it contains teachings on faith, love, relationships, intimacy with God, and so much more.This book is a must-have for anyone who desires to know God on a deeper and more intimate level.

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God Seeker: The Complete Collection

Available in eBook, paperback, hardcoer and audiobook


These Hands That Hold The World

Available in eBook, paperback, hardcoer and audiobook

These Hands That Hold The World is a collection which deals with mortality, grief, and other matters of life.Through a mix of poetry and prose, Okoye expresses emotions of love and loss in a simple yet vulnerable way, sharing pieces of a broken heart while whispering to the reader that they are not alone.Content warnings for self-harm, suicide, and sex. If you are comfortable with these topics, you will certainly appreciate this volume.Retailer links:

Book 1: Tainted

Trouble is brewing on the Southern border of Sabato, and Regan Kalish must do whatever it takes to protect his family. Without his father’s inheritance ring, the Lepane Prince seeks work with a Kuwaha, Dioohn, to help his mother and save his great-grandfather, but what he finds is far more than he bargained for.Retailer links:

Book 2: Branded

Regan wants peace, Kayle wants freedom, Sexa wants blood…Dealing with grief and fighting to stay alive, the young Anathemas find sanctuary in the home of their Kuwaha. Then a magical brand suddenly appears on Anathemas in Sabato, and Regan makes it his mission to find and save his kind from the Council, no matter the cost.Retailer links:

Enter The World of the Anathema

"The stars danced through the sky, showering beautiful lights over everything. The Great Spirits watched in awe and wonder. They spun, and dipped, and dived, and swirled, until finally, they crashed into each other with a big bang!"Out of the explosion came worlds upon worlds, some so great, they rivalled the Great Spirits themselves! The Spirits all rushed forward to claim the worlds they would rule over, each being drawn to the ones most like them. The strong picked the strong worlds, and the dark spirits picked the dark worlds. The peaceful spirits took the peaceful worlds, and the warring spirits chose those wrought with chaos."And when everything fell silent, and all the lights faded, in the peace and quiet of the most wonderful place, the Great Spirit, Pyxis, found Eutopia.”
- Tainted, Age of the Anathema, Book 1


The Three Kingdoms

The Lepane Kingdom of Sabato
East of the continent.
The Kingdom of Sabato includes everything from the Old Oak Tree to the Gingerdale River. The kingdom is ruled by the royal Kalish House and is divided into four territories: North, Central, South and the Aremamers Coast (commonly known as the coast).Current Ruler: King Tafawa of House Kalish
People: Lepane
Capital: Stotfod An


The AlFhairie Kingdom of Muriel
Central Eutopia.
From the Ruins of Retnesto to the Peaks of Penzan and the Honley Islands, the AlFhairie call these lands home. Little is known about them by the other kingdoms, save the rise of the necromancer from among them and ever-present threat of civil war. Though the daemon fanatics of the south want little to do with the Northern puritans, the two regents of House Telk and House Brinlee have found a way to keep war at bay… But for how long?Current Rulers: Urenai of House Telk, Ceo-Sen of House Brinlee
People: AlFhairie
Capital: Norham


The Dragon Kingdom of Windornill
Eutopia West.
Everything westward across the Garua belongs to the Droconian of Windornill. Ruled by the royal Rowanov line for centuries, the Droconian are a matriarchy. Their innate magic is the ability to shift and take dragon form, and though only those of Noble blood possess this power, Windornill has the highest number of nobles on the continent, making the queen’s dragon army a formidable force.Current Ruler: The Dragon Queen Worra of House Rowanov
People: Droconian
Capital: The Dragon’s Keep

God Seeker Series

"And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart."
- Jeremiah 29:13
God Seeker is a collection of books that have been carefully written to guide all who are seeking God. Inspired by the Holy Word, each book contains teachings on faith, love, relationships, spiritual growth, and so much more.A must-have for anyone who desires to know God on a deeper and more intimate level.Books in this series:
✓ Thy Will Be Done
✓ Understanding Christianity
✓ Chasing God
✓ Show Me Your Glory
✓ Why Christians Go To Church

With religion being such a complicated and controversial subject, it is easy to see why many do not understand the true meaning of Christianity.In the most basic of terms, this book teaches what Christianity is all about; its purpose, its process, and its cornerstone practices. It is perfect for anyone seeking answers to questions about the religion that has shaken the earth for centuries.Understanding Christianity is a must-read for all who want a better understanding of salvation through Christ.

Understanding Christianity

Thy Will Be Done

It is God's will that all His creation increases, prospers and is fruitful. His intended way of achieveing this will is what differs from person to person.
God's paths to achieving His will are as different as the individuals that tread them, and sometimes, finding the right path for you starts to prove difficult.
With simple steps and bite-sized, comprehensive explanations, Thy Will Be Done presents a guide to finding and walking in the specific will of God for your life.

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we sometimes forget that we were made for fellowship with God-for friendship, for worship. We lose sight of our creator as we chase down the creation, building idols for ourselves that try to block out the light of God. But God's Glory cannot be blocked. He remains an ever-bright light, our Northern star when we are lost in the chaos of this world.This book is to serve as a guide to the seeking and wandering soul, to help us find our way back into the arms of the one who loves us beyond reason, to help us find our way back home.

Chasing God

Show Me Your Glory

Using music, that universal language medium, and the example of David as ‘the man after God’s heart’, Xyvah presents powerful imagery and meaning to constantly seeking God’s presence in our lives.In this book Xyvah takes us on a journey of what it means to be in tune with God. We learn that God’s Presence is His Glory and it is heaven on earth.An essential read for anyone who wants God to be involved in their lives and for those who want to step into the next dimension in ministry.

In the fast-paced, instantly gratifying, self-exalting, sensual culture of the world today, the importance of the Church and the gathering of the saints begins to fade, being replaced by broadcasting and social media substitutes. It is necessary, in these last days, to understand that being physically present in the gathering of the saints has not waned in it's importance in the eyes of the Lord, even though it might have done so in the eyes of the modern day believer.This book will deepen your understanding of and commitment to the Church of the living God, that is the assembling of the brethren together.

Why Christians Go To Church

Events To Emotions Series

Coffee-table poetry collections on life, love, and all the many things we often don't talk about.Titles included in this series:
✓ A darker shade of light
✓ When hearts run on batteries
✓ These hands that hold the world


A Darker Shade of Light

Without light, there can be no darkness...The darkness of the past is a sign of hope of a brighter future, for in the darkness, that is where the light shines brightest.
And no matter how deep the darkness gets, no matter how long the night goes on, we choose to believe that the day will come, the sun will rise and we will smile once more.


Speaking truths we are often too afraid to confess, this collection contains poems which admit pain is legitimate, and hope is a worthwhile aspiration.This volume includes poems such as Between two worlds, I'm fine, and I have been deceived, poems which speak to all hearts in that universal language we are all too familiar with.Like a vein plucked from the anatomy of sorrow in such a way that every soul recognizes, it is impossible to finish reading this book without feeling understood.When Hearts Run On Batteries is a collection of love letters which whispers to the reader that they are not alone.

When Hearts Run On Batteries


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