Lorestalker Series

Something evil stalks the citizens of Rose Valley—not for the first time, but hopefully for the last. > WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award 2019 - Best Horror Fiction > FINALIST: Readers' Favorite Book Award 2019 - Finalist: Fiction - Paranormal > FINALIST (Top 20): The Kindle Book Review Awards 2019 - Fiction - Horror/Suspense "Barnett's plot is clever and irresistible, and his book is a sheer pleasure to read. Horror, thriller and mystery fans alike will find much to their liking in this intriguing story about the unknown. ...most highly recommended." ~ Jack Magnus, Readers' Favorite Book Reviews After suffering through a horrific car accident, Jake Rollins struggles to survive in his tiny hometown of Rose Valley—a place to which he hoped never to return. When a sheep is viciously mutilated on the ranch where Jake is recovering, he's dragged back into the cloying politics of small town life. While the Sheriff tries to pass off the incident as the work of coyotes, Jake turns to a local reporter and old high school flame, Shandi Mason, to search for the truth. As livestock mutilations escalate into deadly attacks on humans, and the Sheriff organizes a foolhardy manhunt, Jake and Shandi must race to save the town from a seemingly unstoppable evil. "The well fleshed out characters are one of the strengths of the story. ...The pacing is good and, as the plot gradually unfolds, readers will find themselves eager to connect all the dots and make early assumptions as clues appear one after the other." ~ Lit Amri, Readers' Favorite Book Reviews EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the first book in the critically-acclaimed, multiple award-winning "Lorestalker" series of horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination. "Intrigue, curiosity, surprises, and the depth of the plot will keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering if they will understand all they need to, and be able to use it in order to save those they care for." ~ K.J. Simmill, Readers' Favorite Book Reviews  

It hides in the shadows, waits in the desert, ready to pounce on any who enter its domain. > FINALIST (Top 5): The Kindle Book Review Awards 2020 - Fiction - Horror/Suspense "Miriam Brooks has to be one of my favorite fictional characters. She's a fascinating blend of scientist, geek and unassuming super-hero; she's also a hoot and a half to follow in her investigations." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Jack Magnus (5 Stars) To Miriam Brooks, a solo study trip to an abandoned desert ranch house sounds like the perfect respite from the world, a way to unwind and center herself after a string of unbelievable encounters with terrifying monsters. Yet the desert isn't devoid of life. Something lurks outside her window, changing its form to suit its mysterious needs. She's familiar with the stories, but legend becomes reality when she stands face-to-face with a soulless copy of herself. Another day, another monster… but before she can act, Miriam is unexpectedly flanked by the father she's been trying to avoid, along with two cocky assistants who don't understand the threat they face. She's equipped to battle the shape-shifting terror hiding in the darkness, but being forced to finally confront her father might just kill her. "This is a riveting story with a strong plot that will hold you spellbound from start to finish." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Anne-Marie Reynolds (5 Stars) EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the third book in the critically acclaimed, award-winning "Lorestalker" series of horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.  

Spring break will never be the same after a legendary creature rises from the depths. > WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Horror Fiction > FINALIST (Top 5): The Kindle Book Review Awards - Fiction - Horror/Suspense "This book flew by while I was reading because of its intense page-turning quality... The monsters, myths and historical aspects which Miriam uncovers are the hallmarks of any great seafaring adventure, adding lots of atmosphere as the darkness and tension of the tale builds up. Along the way, the real power of the horror novel kicks in more and more, and what might seem like a slow burner soon becomes an inferno of action, terror and frightening realities revealed." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews It's been almost two years, but the nightmares still haunt Miriam Brooks—grisly images of her brother being slaughtered. A relaxing Spring Break at the beach seems like a good way to put some distance between her and the troubling past, but paradise shatters when she saves a tourist from something lurking beneath the waves. Soon, she's on the trail of a sea creature from the legends of Vikings and Pirates. The fishermen of Cape Madre tell tales for the right price, and Miriam quickly learns of a string of disappearances all related to this mysterious monster. The cops and the coast guard are meant to handle the crimes of men, but Miriam's been trained to find the creatures of lore—creatures like this. Pulled back into the life she wants to forget, Miriam is the last line of defense between man and myth. EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the second book in the critically acclaimed "Lorestalker" series of horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.

Mysterious screams and terrifying shadows haunt the woods of East Texas—horrors born of deadly secrets. > FINALIST: Feathered Quill Book Awards 2021: Mystery/Thriller/Suspense/Horror > TOP 5 FINALIST: The Kindle Book Review 2021: Horror/Suspense "...an excellent work of suspenseful horror fiction... I absolutely loved the dialogue and East Texas vibe... definitely recommend The Haunt at Hogg Run for horror fans looking for a fully immersive and spine-tingling experience." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, K.C. Finn (5 STARS) It's not awkward at all when you're forced on a family vacation with your new stepmother and her young daughter. Reluctantly, Macy Donner agrees to it to please her father. But camping? Even worse. Beset by ominous weather, power outages, and hulking shadows heralded by terrifying screams from the darkness, Macy realizes that she's their only hope for survival—a thin hope, at best. Although she's learned a thing or two from her monster-hunting friends, she's not equipped for the horrors of the nearby, abandoned haunted house, or for its long-buried secrets—secrets that want to kill her. "Themes of love and family bonding, although rare in horror stories, predominate the storyline. With both fantastical and real-life monsters, suspenseful chase sequences, and a brave protagonist, The Haunt at Hogg Run is a real treat for fans of the horror genre." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Shrabastee Chakraborty (5 STARS) EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the fourth book in the critically-acclaimed, multiple award-winning "Lorestalker" series of urban fantasy/paranormal horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.

Swimmers beware—a mysterious creature lurks just beneath the serene waters of Misty Lake. > WINNER: The Kindle Book Review Awards 2022 - Fiction - Horror/Suspense "The vivid action sequences resembled a fast-paced movie, making The Devil of Misty Lake a perfect read for anyone interested in an adventurous ride." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Shrabastee Chakraborty (5 STARS) Miriam Brooks leaves Texas to hunt the legendary Devil of Misty Lake. Eager to prove herself, she packs her bags and heads to the Pacific Northwest, known for its stories of Bigfoot. This lake, however, holds something else entirely, and Miriam quickly learns that she's not the only one after this monster. As a ruthless hunter skirts the periphery with a far more sinister plan, Miriam must stay one step ahead of the competition. She engages in a deadly game of cat and mouse, but... something much more dangerous waits just below the surface. EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the fifth book in the critically-acclaimed, multiple award-winning "Lorestalker" series of horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.

As the multiple-award-winning, critically acclaimed, popular "Lorestalker" series comes to an end... The problem with hunting monsters is that, sometimes, they hunt you. "Barnett describes his creatures running rampant with such vivid detail that it is almost impossible not to feel a shiver run down your spine when reading. The result of this balanced mix of mystery, horror, and romance is the exciting reading experience..." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Essien Asian (5 STARS) Miriam and Macy have started to make a name for themselves as cryptozoologists, but they've left behind a few loose ends. The two of them move on from college and settle in Rose Valley, where the past comes back with a vengeance. Once again thrown into turmoil, the town must face an amalgamation of evil that no one could have predicted. EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the sixth and final (for now) book in the fun-filled "Lorestalker" series of urban fantasy/paranormal horror stories featuring creatures of lore and dark imagination.