About the author

JAMES VICTOR

James Victor is the author of the No Gods At Night series, born and raised in Laguna, Philippines. He is a graduate of Asia Pacific Film Institute, eventually finding his calling in writing, from screens to books. He is also a fellow of the 64th Silliman University National Writers Workshop. The 500th anniversary of Lapulapu’s encounter with Magellan sparked his desire to learn more about the Philippines’ history, culture, and folklore, and promote them to the international scene.

No Gods At Night,
Book I

Launch Date: Septemer 09, 2026

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Magellan dies in the end. Lapulapu kills him.
Check Wikipedia and you'll easily know that.
But what if folklore creatures had a hand in weaving their history?

There are no such creatures on Lapulapu's island. He has banished those humans cursed for crimes against nature. For his legendary feat, the nymphean guardians responsible for the curse gone wrong reward him with bountiful harvests and the hand of their much-desired princess.But a rumor takes root. Few of those creatures have gained the ability to unstably shapeshift back into humans. Some say Lapulapu secretly harbors them. Lies…but he soon learns that someone he loves is ironically one of them. They only want one thing—their full humanity back. Side with them and he'll face execution. Side with nature's guardians and he'll lose his beloved.When Magellan drops anchor to colonize the islands, Lapulapu must choose—is he for either faction, for humanity, or for his entire homeland?

Under Spanish colonization, the war amongst Filipino folklore creatures rages for centuries, entangling real characters along the way. No Gods At Night Book I, first in a historical epic fantasy series, will traverse not only their struggle, but also their journey towards independence.

The No Gods At Night Books

folklore guide

Learn about the folklore surrounding the No Gods At Night series, from beings such as the aswangs and the aghoys to the enchanted nunuk trees, by clicking the image on the left.