C.L. Stegall · Multi-Genre Fiction

Everyone has
a reason.

Urban fantasy. Psychological thriller. Literary fiction. Stories where nobody is simply wrong, where extraordinary ability isolates more than it empowers, and where loyalty means something because it was chosen under pressure.

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WITCH — Book Three of The Valensi Chronicles by C.L. Stegall

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Available June 1, 2026

WITCH

The Valensi Chronicles · Book Three

The third turn of an ancient story. Two books in, the reader knows what's at stake. The third asks what survives when there is no longer any version of safe.

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Four doors in

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Two complete series. One serial in episodes. Three more in development.

i.

The Valensi Chronicles

Urban fantasy. Ancient, morally complicated beings navigating survival, identity, and the weight of centuries.

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ii.

The New Scions

Greek mythology reimagined as tragedy in modern clothes. Three protagonists, one impossible cost.

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iii.

WARLOCKS

A psychological thriller in episodes. Free to read. Premieres July 1, 2026.

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iv.

What's Next

A post-apocalyptic adventure, a cozy mystery, and a thriller about a man who shouldn't exist.

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"Sharp world-building and a protagonist who's equal parts vulnerable and dangerous. The pacing stays tight, the stakes escalate fast, and every reveal adds another layer."

— Heather S. on WAIF

Readers are saying

From those who've read it.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"One of the best books I've read with the alternating past/present chapters — the foreshadowing kept me on edge but the surprises still landed. I had a hard time putting this book down."

Tiffany B. on WAIF

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Loved the characters, their development and the plot. The mythology is accurate and exciting. Really good book, recommend reading."

Nikita A. on The Broken Night

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Blending mythology, grief, identity, and high-stakes conflict in a way that feels both epic and personal. This isn't a light read, but it's a rewarding one."

Dani on The Broken Night

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"A bold start to The Valensi Chronicles. Every reveal adds another layer to the larger conspiracy."

C.L. Stegall, author

The author

C.L. Stegall

A multi-genre fiction author who writes stories where nobody is simply wrong. His fiction is built on the conviction that the most interesting conflicts are the ones where the opposing side has a real argument. He doesn't write clean moral universes. He writes the ones that look like the one we actually live in.

A U.S. Army veteran and former Spanish linguist with Military Intelligence. Former President and Senior Editor of Dark Red Press. Author of The Valensi Chronicles, The New Scions, and other work.

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