The Nine Heavens and Ten EArths

Original Novel Series

Cyberpunk Cultivation

A Chinese xianxia cultivation-style story in a cyberpunk future China. The story of a simple detective dragged unwillingly into the fight between the "immortals" and the Black Corpse commandos that enforce anti-cultivation laws.

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Completed Translation (official)

Xianxia

The cult classic series about the scholar Meng Hao, who embarks onto a quest to become rich, but quickly becomes embroiled in a cosmic journey of the most epic proportions, including a shocking plot related to the Universe itself.

Non-Fiction Reference

Genre Primer

This #1 Best Seller on Amazon is a guide that breaks down difficult Chinese language and culture elements common in Chinese fantasy. A must for all fans, and a handy guide for writers.

Tabletop Roleplaying Game

Wuxia

Righteous Blood, Ruthless Blades is a dark wuxia roleplaying inspired heavily by the works of Gu Long. Co-authored with Brendan Davis. (Click here for game info)

Podcast

Conversations with Experts

In this weekly interview show, I talk with content creators who specialize in Asian Fantasy genres, including translators, writers, artists, and more. 

Original Novel

Wuxia/Xianxia

The story of Sunan and Bao, a young man and woman who are very different, yet are brought together by fate to combat the evil Demon Emperor and become the legendary inventors of martial arts in the world of Qi Xien.

Completed Translation (official)

Xianxia

This is the (mostly) comedic tale of Bai Xiaochun, an endearing but exasperating young man who is driven primarily by his fear of death and desire to live forever, but who deeply values friendship and family.

Completed Translation (official)

Xuanhuan

Sage Monarch is the epic tale of the ruthless Yang Qi, who starts out crippled, but slowly climbs his way to the world of the gods, where he hopes to outdo even the long-perished Sovereign Lord himself.

Completed Translation (unofficial)

Wuxia

This is a classic wuxia tale by Gu Long. It is a heist story in which nothing is as it seems. The protagonist is the mysterious and incredibly skilled martial artist Liu Changjie, who loves drinking and women, but has a mysterious past.

Completed Translation (unofficial)

Wuxia

Another classic wuxia story by Gu Long,  Heroes Shed No Tears is a tale of friendship and love, of loyalty and betrayal. Secrets upon secrets will be revealed; pay close attention, and you might be able to unravel the mystery before the characters do! 

 Chinese Name Generation Guide

Resource for Gamers and Writers

While designed specifically with Righteous Blood, Ruthless Blades in mind, this guide can be used by anyone wanting to generate authentic and meaningful Chinese names, whether for games or novels. 

 Completed Translation (unofficial)

Modern Wuxia Horror 

Written by popular Taiwanese author Giddens Ko, this book is technically part of a series, but can be read as a standalone novel. The main connection between the various books is the villain. Lots of references to classic wuxia novels.
 

 Completed Translation (unofficial)

Wuxia 

Jinan city is the center of a maelstrom of intrigue regarding the mysterious death and/or disappearance of powerful and famous martial artists. Smack dab in the middle of all the plotting and fighting is Ingot, a scrappy beggar who is far more than what he seems.