“Through fantasy’s pizzazz, I conquer life’s tests with heart and imagination.” – Arnold Lopez.

Meet Arnold Lopez, a talented high school student who finds solace and inspiration in the captivating worlds he creates through writing. When he’s not crafting the next gripping story, Arnold can be found immersing himself in the fascinating realm of video games, playing guitar, singing, listening to music, legos, puzzles, watching tv, drawing, or cherishing precious moments with his close-knit family. Having spent a summer working at the zoo, he developed a profound appreciation for the wonders of the animal kingdom. Arnold’s exceptional writing talent and unwavering dedication to his craft make him a rising star in the literary world. In his acclaimed series, The Southmost Valley, Arnold combines the vivid tapestry of his Hispanic heritage in the Rio Grande Valley with elements of fantasy, bringing to life characters that resonate with readers of all backgrounds. Join him on exhilarating adventures and experience the magic of his storytelling firsthand.

Welcome To The SouthMost Valley Series

The “Southmost Valley Series” unravels an intricate saga of the fifty families that have presided over Portsville, a town nestled within the Southmost Valley of Texas, for countless generations.

Despite attracting the gaze of business magnates, this charming haven has somehow withstood the test of time, maintaining its tranquil beauty and unique charm. Its deeply-rooted lineage can be traced back to the great southward migration during the Civil War, a past that whispers in the wind and flows through the veins of its residents.

Portsville, admired across Texas for its natural splendor, remains an enigma to the outside world. Despite its well-known beauty, only some dare to step foot into this captivating landscape. The question arises, what unspoken secrets deter the potential influx of visitors? The long-buried mysteries of the town begin to tremble beneath the surface with the arrival of a stranger from a distant land of Valosa, a place whispered about in hushed tones and regarded with fear.

Will the ‘Shifty Fifty’s” web of deceit, spun over centuries, finally come undone, or is the Valosian newcomer just the catalyst needed to shake the status quo?

Caught in the eye of the brewing storm are Eric and Jade, two teenagers navigating their way through the tumultuous journey of adolescence. They find themselves unwittingly at the heart of the chaos, discovering the dark truths their parents have sought to keep shrouded. Readers will be drawn into a thrilling narrative of history, intrigue, and the relentless courage of two young souls challenging an age-old order as their story unfolds.

Join Eric and Jade in the “Southmost Valley Series,” where secrets yearn to break free, and change is the only guarantee. Plunge into the mysterious world of Portsville, where every corner holds a secret, and the echo of a past long gone still resonates in the present.