Hyo the Hellmaker by Mina Ikemoto Ghosh (author and illustrator)

A breath-taking YA fantasy, illustrated with stunning Japanese-inspired artwork by the author, perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Xiran Jay Zhao and R.F. Kuang.
Meet the Hakai Family Hellmakers: Purveyors of artisan hells and unlucky days to inflict upon your enemies.
They’ll make it personal… But for a price!
Hyo Hakai is a hellmaker. But when a curse destroys her village, she and her brother are forced to flee to the Island of Onogoro – a place where Gods live among humans.
Hyo expects the bodies when they show up, but as she invetigates she is drawn into a tangled web of ens, death, conspiracy and secrets.

• A unique YA debut from author and illustrator Mina Ikemoto Ghosh. This beautiful package is highly illustrated with Manga style art.


• Drawing on Japanese traditions and classic mystery storytelling, Hyo’s world will captivate readers from start to finish.


• Perfect for fans of Six of Crows, Iron Widow and Spirited Away.

“A vividly imagined fantasy like no other. Hyo the Hellmaker hurtles the reader into a rich multilayered plot filled with curses, gods and a touch of the macabre. With stunning illustrations and a plot that keeps twisting, Hyo will satisfy both the mystery and anime fans alike.” – Eliza Chan, author of Fathomfolk