WELCOME TO WAR OF SHALLOWS.
An original fantasy world. A trilogy at its heart.
War of Shallows is an original fantasy publishing and media property created by author Ven Eli. At its heart is a trilogy set in a strange world shared by two intelligent peoples, where loyalty, vengeance and an uneasy peace shape the lives of those within it.
The project brings together books, character imagery and short visual storytelling, with a dedicated website where readers can discover the world, explore its characters and stay connected as the story grows.
A different kind of product.
Alongside the tools and platforms in our portfolio, War of Shallows makes room for imagination. It reflects our interest in creating things that people can connect with, return to and make part of their lives.
Published by Threestart Limited and presented within the Blanktriangle portfolio, it brings an independent approach to building a readership around an original fictional world.
One world. Many ways in.
Begin with the story. Stay for the world.
The books are the foundation. Character portraits, visual glimpses and reader conversations offer other ways to encounter War of Shallows, while leaving room for readers’ own imaginations.
Explore War of Shallows
A fantasy trilogy
An interconnected story beginning with Line-Silver, followed by two further books that continue and conclude the trilogy.
Characters and world
Meet the people of War of Shallows through distinctive character imagery and short introductions that invite curiosity without revealing the story.
Visual storytelling
Short clips and atmospheric glimpses offer another way into the world, with the books remaining at the centre of the experience.
A connection with the author
Readers can follow book news, receive occasional updates and share their thoughts directly with Ven Eli.
Begin with Line-Silver.
Line-Silver is the first book of War of Shallows. The complete ebook is available free from the official website, where readers can also read the prologue, explore the characters and find paperback and ebook-store options.
Frequently asked questions
What is War of Shallows?
War of Shallows is an original fantasy publishing and media property by Ven Eli, centred on a trilogy of books and supported by character imagery and short visual storytelling.
Who created War of Shallows?
War of Shallows was created by author Ven Eli. Threestart Limited is its publisher.
Is War of Shallows one book?
No. War of Shallows is the trilogy and wider fictional world. Line-Silver is its first book.
Where can I explore it?
Visit warofshallows.com to discover the books, meet the characters and connect with the author.
How does it fit within Threestart?
It is the original storytelling and media project within the Blanktriangle portfolio. Blanktriangle is the product group under Threestart.