Shadows in the Beams
Shadows in the Beams is the first book in The House in the Wall, a cozy fantasy series set within the hidden spaces of a vast old mansion.
Deep within the walls, a tiny family survives in secret—no taller than four inches, living on scraps, careful routines, and the quiet rules that keep them safe. In a world built for giants, every step matters, and every mistake carries risk.
But safety is fragile.
As curiosity begins to pull the children beyond the boundaries of what they’ve been taught, the house reveals that it is not as still—or as empty—as it once seemed. What lies within the walls may be watching, waiting, and far closer than they ever imagined.
A story of family, survival, and the unseen spaces we overlook, Shadows in the Beams invites readers into a world where staying hidden is the only way to survive—and where even the smallest life can hold the greatest danger.
A WORD FROM THE AUTHOR
Hi, I’m J.B. Corgard — a sci-fi/fantasy author, gamer, and unapologetic world-builder from Sheboygan, WI. I’ve always been fascinated by the way stories can reshape the world around us, letting us explore questions of survival, identity, and belonging through new realms. Writing is how I open doors to those realms and invite others inside.
I grew up loving stories that blended the impossible with the human — from epic adventures like Lord of the Rings to immersive games like Fallout: New Vegas. Those influences shaped how I write today: worlds that feel lived-in, layered with danger and wonder, where every character’s choices matter.
J.B CORGARD
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