What is Bone Runes?

Bone Runes is the story of Thomas Aldric — a troubled teen marked by trauma, misunderstood diagnoses, and a mysterious power simmering beneath the surface. When a violent encounter triggers a terrifying surge of energy, Thomas’s world unravels, revealing a reality where magic isn’t myth — it’s structure, bloodline, and war.

Plucked from a life of isolation and uncertainty, Thomas is taken to Triangle Academy, a secret school located deep within the Bermuda Triangle. There, he meets Mari and Brody — two other gifted students with secrets of their own — and discovers a society of arcane classes, magical creatures, and layered lies. The academy is more than a sanctuary for magical youth; it’s a battleground of ideology and legacy, haunted by ancient factions: the Time Keepers and the Reborn.

As Thomas and his allies uncover runes etched in hidden places and whispers of forbidden magic, they are drawn into a conflict far greater than any spellbook could prepare them for. Friendships will be tested, reality itself will bend, and the past will refuse to stay buried.

Here are some things I believe Tyler Pyle (my brother) has probably said while writing this:

“I set out to write a lighthearted magical school story. Instead, I created emotional trauma with fireballs. Oops.”
— Tyler Pyle, probably overcaffeinated
“Some people journal. I wrote a fantasy novel about magical teenagers with trust issues. Same thing, really.”
— Tyler Pyle, author of Bone Runes
“They said ‘write what you know,’ so I wrote about anxiety, identity issues, and ancient Viking cults. Seemed reasonable.”
— Tyler Pyle

The Author: Tyler Pyle

Tyler Pyle was born in Southeast Missouri, and raised in a quiet rural town. Growing up in a rural setting sparked his imagination and fueled a lifelong love for storytelling — especially tales of isolation, identity, and unseen worlds.

A devoted fan of dark fantasy, myth, and emotional character arcs, Tyler’s debut novel, Bone Runes, explores what happens when broken people are handed great power. His work blends real-world struggles with magical realism, aiming to create stories that aren’t just escapes — but reflections.

When he’s not writing, Tyler enjoys being a pretty awesome brother, playing video games, and toting his cats around in space helmets with his wife. He continues to live and write in Missouri, already deep into the second book of the Bone Runes saga.

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Bone Runes

✨ If You Like Percy Jackson or Harry Potter...

...you'll feel right at home with Bone Runes.

  • 🥇 Percy Jackson Vibes: A reluctant hero, ancient bloodlines, and dangerous powers he never asked for.
  • 🧙‍♂️ Harry Potter Echoes: A secret magical academy, mysterious mentors, and the unraveling of magical history.
  • 🖤 Bone Runes Difference: Gritty emotional depth, darker secrets, and a story where magic doesn’t fix everything — it makes things more complicated.

If you love **emotional fantasy, sharp dialogue, and broken characters finding their place**, this is your next read.