AV Dawn - Lunar Willow Productions

A.V. Dawn

AV Dawn started his career in a newsroom, editing articles. Evolving into a developmental book editor, Dawn enjoys the collaboration process, constantly working on his own stories and helping others with theirs.

His dream is to create stories that connect with his readers on a deep, emotional level.

Dawn is a father of two boys and an avid gamer. You can see more of him on discord or his podcast, Books at Dawn.

Selena's Magica Somnia

Book 1: The Witch of the Crescent Moon

November 2023

Genre: Young-Adult Fantasy

Fourteen-year-old Selena Amaris dreams of magic—both figuratively and literally. During the day, she yearns to learn about secret powers and witchcraft, and during the night, she has recurring dreams of a mysterious witch standing by a moon-lit lake who has a peculiar magical tattoo on her hand . . . until her dreams turn out to be real.

When a vision during gym class causes her to accidentally release five mystical beasts from a strange manor, her dreams start to become reality. Under the tutelage of the manor’s resident Seath Faolan, Selena, along with her best friend Cara, begin a mystical journey full of witchcraft, magical thrall spirits, and a magical inheritance she is just starting to understand—because Selena isn’t just a witch.

She’s the heir to a vast magical legacy full of mysteries and secrets she’s not sure she’ll ever learn to understand, a legacy that leads right back to the witch from her dreams: The Witch of the Full Moon, Elatha Yukiko.

What a fun book! I really get the sense that these are the humble beginnings of something huge. Yukiko's mysteriousness hooked me, but Selena and Cara's bond and the story kept me. I love all the characters, but Cara is definitely my favourite. I'm really excited to read the 2nd book when it comes out.

This book has everything, drama, suspense, magic, an otherworldly challenge on top of being a teenager! I couldn't put it down once I started! Each character brings something to the book in a thoughtful way and is relatable, they aren't thrown into the book just because they are cool. Seath is my favorite character for many reasons but you'll have to read the book to find out why and get to know the other characters to find your favorite!!!

It feels like the next Harry Potter. It was really fun to read and Selena was very charming.

I connected to Selena a lot and I found Yukiko really interesting and mysterious. The story is well-written and the world is so interesting! I can't wait for the next book!

I don't normally read this kind of book but I'm probably going to start now. There is some slice of life elements but I found them refreshing rather than boring. Magic combat might be hard to follow for someone not used to the genre, but I have consumed a lot of anime and video games, so I could follow it easily. The ending definitely requires another book. I don't want to do spoilers. It isn't that long of a book. I just liked it. I really appreciate the pacing of the scenes. Good prose. Good voice. 5/5 for me.

Selena's Magica Somnia

Book 2: The Sun and the Sea

March 2024

Genre: Young-Adult Fantasy

Trapped thirty years in the past, the fifteen-year-old Witch of the Crescent Moon Selena Amaris searches for answers, so that she may find the way to return to her own time and defeat the powerful Cyra Oralie. With her friends in danger, she needs to grow stronger and fast!

When past and present collide, she seeks out the wisdom of her predecessor, the mysterious Elatha Yukiko.

But the Witch of the Sun isn’t the only threat out there. Strange things are happening all over town, her mentor has lost his power, and a deadly new enemy stalks her every step. She will have to keep her wits about her if she wants to survive – and protect her friends.

A great leviathan haunts her dreams, acting as an omen of what is to come. Mysteries and monsters are all around, and time is limited. Can Selena and her friends overcome both the Witch of the Sun and their new secret enemy?

The sequel was even better than the first. I really enjoyed seeing Selena grow, and the magical world around her is so interesting. The new villains have such an interesting history and without spoiling, their motivations are starting to become clearer. I can’t wait for book 3! Alice Alabaster sounds like a great future character.

Book 2 picks up right where the first left off, with Selena and Yukiko. Now that we know what Selena is up against the stakes feel really high, and the new villain is terrifying. It's great to see Selena growing up and I love her relationship with Kiran!

I couldn't wait to jump into this story again! I adore the characters and found the story compelling. It's fun to guess the next twist and turn and to meet new characters. The story is layering and taking us even deeper. I can't wait to see where the next one takes us!

Selena's Magica Somnia

Book 3: The Witch in the Deep Woods

March 2025

Genre: Young-Adult Fantasy

Summer break is here and that means beaches, fireworks, and magical training?!

Seeking answers and allies in their fight against The Golden Coven, Selena Amaris, The Witch of the Half-Moon, travels across the country with Seath and her friends Cara, Kiran, Celly, and Sovanna the dog, to meet The Witch of Darkness, Alice Alabaster.

They are tracked and pursued by Cyra’s allies – The Golden Coven’s brutal enforcer Petra and her team close in and threaten to push Selena’s group to the limits. But that’s not all.

In the small Appalachian town where Alice resides, Selena encounters a new rival who is determined to prove that she is the superior witch.

Between learning new spells, discovering more of Yukiko’s mysterious past, battling her enemies, and competing with her rival, Selena has a busy summer ahead of her.

Selena's Magica Somnia

Short story: Seath and the Cursed Ghost of Stormcrest

December 2024

Genre: Young-Adult Fantasy

Part of the Witch of the Crescent Moon special edition

Struggling with the recent death of the love of his life Yukiko, Seath has abandoned their home and become a vagrant, wandering from town to town and performing odd jobs for people.

On his travels he discovers a town plagued by a mysterious haunted mansion in the woods, where people claim to be harassed by ghosts.

Sensing powerful magic at work, Seath goes along with local occult enthusiast and author Lorelei Morgana to investigate. inside the Stormcrest manor they find more than they bargained for when they come face-to-face with a deadly evil spirit.