Books by D.M. De Alwis
Mythic Fantasy for YA to Adult
In a universe ruled by Buddhist cosmology, ancient gods walk among mankind.
A Water Horse | Free Book for Subscribers
A Celtic mythology, the somewhat complex backstory for several of the characters who are featured in A Monkey's Mask.
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A Monkey's Mask | Forthcoming
Avengers (Marvel) style, this book brings together reincarnates from Pawn of Samsara and characters from A Water Horse. Told from the perspective of fraternal twins Anu and Radha who are 'trained Yaksha' (a.k.a Yokai) living in ancient Lankadipa ('Isle of Demons') about 100 years after the events of the Ramayana.
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The Pawn of Samsara Duology | Available to Buy
Follow Isha and Sinha on their journey through time. Isha is trying to find a route home for his people from the immortal realm. Sinha was created for one purpose, to defeat a tyrant king. One becomes a god while the other devolves into a demon. Where their journeys cross is when choices are made... some choices can't be undone, they change who you are forever.
The Pawn of Samsara Duology
Inspired by the origin story of the Hindu god Narasimha.
Children's Books
These books were designed to be a fun read-aloud to preschoolers or by early readers. Read-along-with-me books available on YouTube!
Children's Books for Early Readers and Pre-Schoolers
Illustrated by Rohan Corlosquet
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Out of Print
The Taking
"My protagonist, Lana Elena Llanasolion, came alive on paper. Her story was strange and dark. My post-pubescent obsession with suicide, death, and escape through portals was bleak. This would be a gothic novel. This would also be a world with Sanskrit and demonic possessions." - D.M. De Alwis, Author Blog
Read more in Writing at the turn of the 21st century.
THE TAKING was removed from distribution (KDP) in 2025. Published by Ahasae Tharu Publishing.
About D.M. De Alwis
Diliny M. De Alwis is a Canadian-born Sri Lankan author who lives in Canada with her large family of three kids and three pets, who often serve as inspiration for her books. Her passion for researching and writing prehistoric fantasy grew while playing pachinko through several careers. When not writing, she can be found volunteering for the cadet corps and teaching.