Arcana: The Lost Heirs
Discover magic, mystery and found family in this tarot-inspired fantasy graphic novel
$28.99
- Paperback
384 pages
- Release Date
3 February 2026
Summary
In a world ruled by ancient spells and silent power, five young witches are about to discover that the truth is the most dangerous magic of all.
James, Daphne, Koko and Sonny have always known the Arcana - a secretive society of witches governed by the enigmatic Majors - as home. Eli Jones, however, hadn’t even known other witches existed … until he meets James.
Inducted into the Arcana, Eli soon finds more than just spells and secrets within its walls, includ…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781471420122 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1471420124 |
| Author: | Sam Prentice-Jones |
| Publisher: | Hot Key Books |
| Imprint: | Hot Key Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 384 |
| Release Date: | 3 February 2026 |
| Weight: | 842g |
| Dimensions: | 23mm x 153mm x 216mm |
| Series: | Arcana |
| Audience Age: | 16 |
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Critics Review
An intriguing mash-up of mystery and magic, starring a lovable crew of queer misfits. I’m eagerly awaiting the next instalment! * Alice Oseman, bestselling creator of HEARTSTOPPER *
Arcana left me glowing with joy. A delightful, uplifting and inclusive world. * Wren James, author of LAST SEEN ONLINE *
This whimsical, inclusive, queer debut YA graphic novel is inspired by the tarot deck. – Imogen Russell-Williams * The Guardian *
[A] cool graphic novel… this is one I predict will do well with all teenagers, whether they are already into graphic novels or not. – Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *
Guided by the principles of Tarot, Prentice-Jones creates a world both familiar and infused with an otherworldliness that is simply captivating. Unmissable for lovers of a witchy tale. – Ruth Concannon * Irish Examiner *
Heartstopper meets Mystery Inc in this cosy first instalment of the Arcana graphic novel duology. Prentice-Jones embraces diversity, authenticity and Queer joy in their tarot-inspired debut… stylised illustrations evolve alongside the dialogue creating an immersive experience for the reader, at times allowing us to peer directly into the minds of its protagonists. Young adults and beyond will enjoy this endearing group of friends as they come together to solve the mystery of the Majors and reject prejudice. It’s about carving out your own destiny while having fun along the way – Nikki Reddy * Children’s Books Ireland *
Curses, spells and tarot cards propel along the mystery and romance. Older fans of Les Normauxand DeadEndiawill find much to enjoy. * The Sunday Independent *
a shadowy sinister and spellbinding graphic novel laced with camp humour, full of diverse representation, and woven with beautiful moments of queer joy, community and romance. * Midlands Rainbow *
A fusion of joyful queer culture and community with the art of Tarot card reading… this will appeal to fans of Gerlach’s The Restaurant at the Edge of the World, Travis Baldree’s Legends and Lattes, Oseman’s Heartstopper, esoteric fortune telling aficionados and teens looking for LGBTQ+ representation within fantastical worlds. * Books for Keeps *
An unapologetically queer story that effectively explores an intriguing mystery. * Kirkus *
Sam Prentice-Jones
Sam Prentice-Jones is an author-illustrator living in Brighton. He graduated from Arts University Bournemouth in 2019 with a BA Hons in Illustration, specializing in digital, graphic, character-based work.
Sam likes to create work that celebrates diversity and queer culture and began his career by curating a queer illustration magazine titled POOF Magazine which ran from 2019-2021.
Since then, Sam has gone on to create work for the worlds of book publishing, web design, advertising and product design, as well as being featured in art fairs across the UK.
He is the author of the graphic novel Arcana: The Lost Heirs.
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