The Librarian and the Magician

Strangely Scary Funny #9

by Brian Yansky

Welcome to Eden, a town teeming with supernatural surprises, quirky characters, and more than a few laughs. The Librarian of the Haunted Library is a rollercoaster ride through a world where nothing is quite as it seems, and everything is laced with a twisted sense of humor. Follow the adventures of the librarian of Eden, the son of Karl—yes, that Karl, who rules Hell—as he navigates a town filled with witches, demons, hellhounds, and angels. Don’t miss out on the series that readers are calling “hilarious,” “enthralling,” and “a refreshing original story.” Book 9 begins with Kevin no longer the librarian, on the outs with Olive, and facing a new challenge from a magic slinger magician. Not to mention threat of Armageddon moving closer every day. Read on to see what happens.

Genres: Humor, Horror, Fantasy

208 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 3, 2024

About the author

I write supernatural horror suspense comedy (a mix of dark humor, quirky, silly humor and satire.), .

I love many kinds of stories. I especially love off-beat, quirky stories with unusual characters and settings that have a sense of wonder and humor.…Falling in love with stories saved me from a life of crime (I’m only sort of kidding; they did save me from something). A lot of my main characters are adopted. Like them, I was adopted. I seem to write often about identity. I live in Austin, Texas. I have no horses or cowboy hats. I do have a 125 pound sheep dog. I’ve taught college, been a bartender and waiter and am now a full-time writer.

I've had five novels traditionally published and something like fifteen independently published. My independently published series, Strangely Scary Funny, is, by far, my most popular.

I like writing most anything. My grocery lists are excellent.

Reviews

[Old Time Tales · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fascinating journey!

The Librarian takes us on amazing journeys of humor, chaos, fantasy and wit. There are fascinating, interesting characters set in wonderful, detailed, exotic locations all working to help or hinder Kevin, depending on which side they serve. Kevin finds himself trapped in clever, fascinating predicaments and then is even more clever getting himself out of them.

What I like most about Kevin is that he is a good, honest guy who keeps his word, protects his friends and does the right thing, even when it hurts him.

Looking forward to book ten!

Cheers!

[William · Rating 5 out of 5]

Entertaining fantasy listening 🐕

This kindle ebook novel is from my Kindle Unlimited account book 9

He is no longer the libertarian due to the change in the town. He works on magic and his life 😯. There are changes that occur bring things back to normal😯😀

I would highly recommend this series and author to readers of fantasy world 🌐 adventure family and friends relationship action novels 🤔😏 2025 🐈🐕

[Michelle Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

hold on to your hats, friends, because this one’s a doozy!

If you like these books you simply must keep reading. The Librarian has so many balls up in the air simultaneously in this one- you will be reading with bated breath!
If you don’t know this series, please start at the beginning and thank me later. Very original, great storytelling, and I hope the series continues for many more books!

[Ed And · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series was without a doubt the best, most interesting and fun.

Simply exceptional is really not descriptive enough. .

I double dare everyone to read it, all nine books.

Such fun.

[Glenda Orris · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Librarian series

One of the best series of books I’ve read in a long time…scary and funny… loved the sarcasm and humor of the characters in the story… shows how close good and evil really reside in all of us

[Sharon Baris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Still quirky

Finished the series today. Lots of laughs and more chuckles. Nicely closed with a few lose ends. I would have lost a wager if I bet the “government man” was the missing deity.

[Redpatski · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have become addicted to these characters and the authors quirky sense of humor. Is it a bit "out there" at times...yes. But you don't have time to lose interest and forget about guessing what will happen next. Well written and interesting!

[patty schutz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful

Enjoyed the sends of humor, the characters, and all the others. Actually pondered and chuckled simultaneously. The series is weird and brightly dark from my point of view. Can't wait for Brian's next epic undertaking.

[s P Haines · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it, love it, love it!!!

What an amazingly imagination, humour and even a kind of love story. Read nine books, one after the other and shall be sad when I finish the last one. Always liked fantasy but never was it mixed with such humour so cleverly.

[Janet evarts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it

You are a brilliant writer. I LOVE these books. Please hurry with the next. You make reading fun again. Thank you

[Irene N. Clifford · Rating 5 out of 5]

So Good

These books never disappoint! They are always page turners packed with twists and turns. I can’t wait for the next book in December!

[Jim Gandee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good series

The librarian is smart funny and more complicated then he thinks. This series is a very good read. Hope you enjoy

[Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Strangely addictive

This series is my first introduction to horror comedy and I've decided I'm a big fan. These books are so fun and I just love the characters.

[Margaret M Romanelli · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoy this series

I look forward to the next book and I am never disappointed. This is fun entertaining reading! I can't wait for the next book which I will pre-order

[Lori Greenberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want a pocket-sized hell hound

And maybe a mysterious clone… and to get on to the next book… and apparently 7 more words to allow this to post…

[Trevor · Rating 4 out of 5]

No longer the librarian, fluffy missing, separated from Olive and Armageddon looming, Kevin finds himself up against hired magicslingers and the mayor in a deadly fight to get back his life.

[Howard R. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

Have to read the previous in the series first. This is the best so far. Looking forward to the next in the series

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

This book follows the previous books really well. I recommend this book if you enjoyed the previous ones.
It is an easy read and hard to put down.

[terri carlson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Funny

Fluffy came back to full size! He's learning magic. Time cat got mad at him. I really enjoy these short stories. Keep writing them, please. I love my mini vacation. I get one when I read these stories.