"A Stunning Triumph of Storytelling!"

Lions and Dragons and Ghosts, Oh My!

Nine books in print, the tenth out on submission, and plowing into the eleventh. Say, I'm a prolific zoologist!
Go back to see more re: the individual books or chillax here with a cuppa tea or some Scotch.

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To Journey in the Year of the Tiger

"I was looking for something to read on my Kindle. This looked interesting. It turned out to be a superb book. It's a wonderful blend of Science Fiction and Fantasy. The world building is on a par with Zelazny. The very language of the story sings."

"Wonderful storytelling with fascinating characters and great humanity."

"She's a wonderful world builder, and she has started here a story that keeps developing well in the following two books - and hopefully for many more."
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"​Awesome Read! The characters are well developed the story line intriguing. You are drawn into a world where the adventure comes alive. Absolutely one of the best books I have read! H. Leighton Dickson is my new favorite author!"

To Walk in the Way of Lions

"So intense that you can't stop reading it! Very sad at some points but so worthy at the end. Just loved it. I'm very curious to read the next one!! This saga should become a movie!!!!"

"The lifeblood of this series remains its beautifully drawn and developed characters, their relationships, their clever dialogue, their heroism. But be warned, the author isn't afraid to put them through the wringer either, to explore how they deal with adversity, catastrophe, and tragic flaws coming home to roost. If you've come to care about these cats (and who could help but do so) then parts of this book will carry a very visceral emotional clout."
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"Its a rich world, and another story could be told about some of the other characters, or some other setting/time in the world. Even if its a different world I hope to see more from this author."

Songs in the Year of the Cat

"I was fortunate enough to stumble into this epic tale when all three books were out. With the rest of reading world, I am anticipating the release of the fourth book. Clinically the characters are well developed as well as their cultures and the world they live in. Readerwise you slide into the world and live there among the people. The very best recommendation any reader can give to another. A confirmed reader of only free books on my Kindle, I paid for the other two."
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"Absolutely adore the author's unique style, story, and highly individual characters. This volume was equally engaging and hard to put down as the first two volumes in the set. Found myself repeating aloud some of the phrases common in the dialogue and monologue, one example of the myriad endearments one discovers. Very highly recommended."

Snow in the Year of the Dragon

​"It is not for the faint of heart or those seeking the simple read. The series is like no other."

"I can say it was worth the wait! I won't give spoilers but book 4 will answer a lot of questions that you have. Matter of fact this is the best book in the series."

"I read it in two sittings and am really looking forward to the next book in the series."

"A fabulous world has been created, good quality writing and editing, characters you want to keep learning about, loved it, bought the rest of the series."

"I love, love, love this series! The characters are deep and complex, the story is intriguing!"

    Swallowtail & Sword


​"If you've fallen in love with the lore of the Upper Kingdom and its cast of characters, this is a nice little supplement of short stories to fill in some of their history. Recommended for any fan craving more depth to this unique and fantastic world that Dickson has built."
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"I was so happy to see another book out by H. Leighton Dickson. I actually said hooray when I saw it. It's short stories, but they are great snapshots of the characters from the books."

"A welcome addition to the Upper-kingdom saga."

"Learning the history of the characters gave me more insight into their actions in the 1st 3 books in the series."

Cold Stone & Ivy: The Ghost Club

"If Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is the meat and potatoes of murder and mystery on the foggy streets of London, then H. Leighton Dickson is the meat, potatoes and plum pudding."

"Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, shaded with elements of steampunk, this gothic thriller features cameos by Dr. Jekyll, Rasputin, Lizzie Borden, the Royal Family and, not least, Jack the Ripper. Page-turning plot, a spunky female protagonist pushing the limits of socially acceptable behaviour, automatons and steam powered cars, murder, Bedlam, and the Ghost Club. Well done!"

"Try not to fall in love with Cold Stone & Ivy. I dare you!"
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"You will be enraptured by Dickson's incredibly crafted world; a world whose intrigue, crime, love, and suspense are so tangible you will most certainly lose yourself in this story!"


​Dragon of Ash & Stars

"This book was wonderful and fantastic, a tale of sorrow and finding joy in the darkest of places. I have read hundreds of fantasy books in every genre and can honestly say that this was among the best. It is impossible not to fall in love with Stormfall the dragon and his soul boy."

"By the gods, DRAGON is just...just...WOW. I cant describe it with words yet. I'll read a bit more before i set about leaving reviews everywhere, but seriously...outstanding work."

"The book is a real page turner, where one adventure quickly flies into another and another. I stayed up several nights reading, telling myself just one more chapter, just one more. But it never worked. I kept on reading way past my bedtime."

Cold Stone & Ivy 2: The Crown Prince

"An action-packed, history-laden cliff-hanging sequel to Cold Stone and Ivy!"

"Yes, Ivy and the Mad Lord are back and … Well, you just have to read it." 
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"An excellent sequel, taking the series to new heights of adventure and depths of drama!"

"This is one of the best steampunk books I have ever read. Cannot wait for the 3rd book in the series."
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"This isn't a light steampunk adventure as Dickson writes complex characters and plots that are weaved with intriguing philosophical questions about life and death."

Dragon of Sand & Storm


​"I could barely put it down - the author's beautiful style of writing returns full force and better than ever, and I was enthralled with the journey of our dragon goddess."

"Goodreads says five stars is "amazing" and I would be pressed hard to disagree. So, five stars is a fair mark in my book, I think."

"I do recommend this to anyone looking for a true draconic literature. This is one of those. A required reading.​"