Have you ever wanted to escape your reality?

Nole is your average awkward middle schooler. Shy. Nerdy. Overlooked. The kind of boy girls ask out on dares while his crushes date his friends.

Everything changes when his dad brings home a copy of Zenix, an online fantasy game full of swords, magic and monsters. In Zenix, every day is an exciting adventure, the kind of place you never want to leave. But for Nole, it’s something more: a chance to start over.

Online, Nole transforms into someone new: a leader, a hero, and someone surrounded by friends. In Zenix, he’s everything he’s not in the real world. For the first time, he feels like he belongs.

But no matter how amazing Zenix is, it’s just a game. And at the end of the day, Nole has to log out.

What happens when the lines between two worlds blur? And how do you choose where you truly belong?

Packed with fast-paced action and heartfelt moments, this LitRPG adventure delivers thrilling battles alongside a powerful message of love, selflessness, and resilience. Imagine Ready Player One meets Diary of a Wimpy Kid, brought to life with the captivating style of Sword Art Online.

Read what people are saying about Kianola:

“Roth does a seamless job of weaving a narrative that shows friendships and romance in the real world and the gaming universe.”—The US Review of Books“

A compelling story about finding one’s voice and learning to face life’s challenges with authenticity and bravery.”—Reader’s Favorite

“Educational and empowerment strengths aside, Kianola is quite simply a rollicking quest through self-improvement, friendship-building, and adventure.”—Midwest Book Review

“A messy, heartfelt exploration of adolescence, identity, and the allure of online worlds.”

—Independent Book Review

“A must-read for middle-grade readers, young gamers, or anyone who has ever felt like they don’t quite fit in.”—Literary Titan

“Let me tell you, this book had a hold on me, and I was the first to be surprised.”—Amanda