Author C Darney

A veteran, trauma nurse, Eagle Scout, and explorer of the American wilderness, Colin writes from a life he’s lived deeply. He’s the author of The Chronicles of the Troop and The Book of Ghaan, two series that blend sharp realism, emotional depth, and characters who earn every inch of their survival.

Colin’s stories are about people who overcome – not because they’re chosen, but because they fight forward. Whether it’s a mage revealing forbidden power, or a broken troop trying to stay alive and stay sane, his work focuses on personal victories in a world determined to break them. Readers praise his work for its emotional depth, immersive worldbuilding, and uncanny realism – even in a world ruled by lost gods and buried magic.

Raised in the Appalachian foothills, Colin draws creative energy from the world around him: exploring wild trails, forging as an amateur blacksmith, and losing himself in games and fantasy literature. His favorite stories are those where people win love, power, or peace – not because the world owed them, but because they never quit.

His latest project, The Book of Ghaan, Part Two, is scheduled for release October 1st, 2025. Next, he’ll be writing Lakeside, Book 5 of The Chronicles of the Troop. Until then, he’s writing, exploring, and building new stories he always wanted to read.

If you’ve picked up one of his books …

THANK YOU!

Your time and support mean the world – and you’ve made the journey worth continuing.