Conclave — Jason W. Chan

Max has never felt like he belonged at school or in his family. But one day, he is whisked away to a supernatural world where he discovers the very features that make him unique help him survive and even to claim his birthright as the Emperor of Occultoria, the government of the Supernatural World.

With his wits, some magical abilities and some friends to assist him, Max must reunite all the rebellious parts of the strife-ridden Occultorian Empire to restore the balance of and keep the peace between the Natural and Supernatural Worlds.

In Book 5, Max must find the other half of the Enchanted Whistle in order to bring the province of Celio back into the Empire and to break his love interest Jessica's engagement to Count Ludwig. At the same time, he must ensure that the new Matriarch will give him an annulment to from his engagement to the manipulative Princess Sanchia.

In the meantime, the ancient Holy Universal Church is still embroiled in civil war at the same time as they begin a Matriarchal Conclave to elect another Matriarch.

And as if Max didn't have enough to deal with, his aunt the Empress Lilith has sent Irina the Magician to the Imperial Court to get rid of him so that the Empress could reclaim the Occult Throne without any opposition.

An inspirational story of growing up, belonging and believing in yourself, the Kid Emperor of Occultoria is a children's coming-of-age series that combines elements of mystery, adventure, fantasy, thrillers, romance, magic, enchantment and the supernatural.

Short Novel: 10,000 words