If you’re familiar with Delemhach’s cozy fantasy series The House Witch, you already know the most important character from her star-studded cast. The empurror himself, the feline familiar, Kraken. And he’s graced us with his own guide to the series in a new illustrated companion book: Kraken’s Guide to the House Witch.

What is Kraken’s Guide?

If you don’t already know about Delemhach (Emilie Nikota) and her work, The House Witch is a trilogy of cozy fantasy books that blend fantasy, romance, and mystery. Now, with Kraken’s Guide to the House Witch, we’re seeing these stories and the setting in a new light. 

New Cozy Fantasy Stories

Not only has Delemhach invited us into the world and described it in detail, including everything from character profiles to magic systems, but she’s also included three new original short stories all told from Kraken’s perspective. Perhaps most crucially, they’re all about the most important character in the series: Kraken.

• “Cold Crate to Castle Kitchens” answers readers’ questions about how Kraken found his witch, Fin Ashowan.
• “Pause Before Paws” showcases how Kraken rose to power in Austice.
• “Afterword” acts as a kind of epilogue, taking place after the events of The House Witch series.

Exclusive Art of Kraken, the Castle Grounds, & More!

In addition to all of these stories and details about the world, there are over 50 exclusive artworks made by artists Kate O’Hara, Jackson Tjota, Julianna Draga, Cole Field, Catrin Russell, and Karen Wittig. Because capturing the empurror’s likeness demands only the finest cat-human artists. It’s not just portraits, either. Kraken’s Guide also features art of key locations around the world and interactive maps as well.

Kraken’s Guide is perfect for fans of The House Witch. It’s your chance to explore life in Daxaria, meet its people, and explore the lands beyond, featuring all-new material from Kraken—er, Delemhach!

Available Only on Campfire

Kraken’s Guide to The House Witch is available now! Pick up a copy of this illustrated companion on Campfire’s website or reading app (iOS or Android).

Want to chat with Delemhach about the book? Delemhach is doing a Reddit AMA in r/CozyFantasy next Friday, the 23rd of May, at 7:00 pm EDT. Join us there!

Some of you may have heard the tales of The House Witch. You know. The ones with Finlay Ashowan. Well, I, his familiar and the true hero to all, have come with a few insights into the world, and tales of my own that are of the utmost importance for you to learn about! 

Things like how I rose to power as the almighty empurror. Or, with the special help of my connection to my witch, sharing with you exactly what the castle kitchens look like, or the city of Austice, and maybe just a detail or two about the people in the stories that you’d like to learn more about. 

After all, who better to tell you everything than the one who rules the universe with a firm paw?

Come, join me as we dive into a detailed look at the world and people of The House Witch, with exclusive short stories and artwork, narrated by yours truly.