M.C. Harris Launches The Serpent and The Shell: The Thirteenth Zodiac, Book I

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND, October 10, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- M.C. Harris has officially launched The Serpent and The Shell: The Thirteenth Zodiac, Book I, a fantasy adventure filled with magic, mystery, supernatural powers and ancient secrets.

The story follows Sterling, whose ordinary life changes when a mysterious sapphire blue light transports him to an unknown realm. There, he discovers the Constellation Tower and the twelve powerful Zodians, only to learn that he may be the mysterious Thirteenth, a figure connected to an ancient secret spanning multiple realms.

As Sterling discovers unexpected abilities and develops a unique connection with the Zodians, he is drawn into a growing threat known as the Decaying Blight, a destructive force endangering the balance between worlds.

Blending fantasy, adventure, humour, friendship and personal discovery, the novel also places LGBTQ+ characters at the heart of its story. Created as a passion project, The Serpent and The Shell marks the beginning of The Thirteenth Zodiac series and opens the door to a much larger story of mystery, danger and discovery.

"What if the person who does not belong is exactly the person the stars have been waiting for?"

About the Book
Title: The Serpent and The Shell: The Thirteenth Zodiac
Series: The Thirteenth Zodiac, Book I
Author: M.C. Harris
Genre: Fantasy / LGBTQ+ Fantasy
Publication: 2026
Edition: First Edition

About the Author
M.C. Harris is a fantasy author with a passion for imaginative storytelling and LGBTQ+ representation. The Serpent and The Shell: The Thirteenth Zodiac, Book I is the first instalment in a planned series and represents a creative project Harris hopes to continue across future books.

Media & Press Enquiries
Author: M.C. Harris
Book: The Serpent and The Shell: The Thirteenth Zodiac
Publisher: Finest Book Publishers
Available From: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0GYFXJKX7
Website: https://mcharrisauthor.com/
Email: [email protected]
Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/mcharrisauthor/

Review copies, author interviews and further press information are available upon request.

What if the person who does not belong is exactly the person the stars have been waiting for?

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