Press Release: Lungbarrow by Loomlight

In 1997 readers joined Chris Cwej on one of the most legendary adventures in Doctor Who, Lungbarrow by Marc Platt. Now in 2026, Cwej returns to the house of Lungbarrow in a sequel novel by Tomoko M. Banks.

"Marc Platt's seminal novel Lungbarrow has captured the imaginations of countless readers, enchanting them for nearly three decades with its vivid setting and tragic players. It has been my greatest honour to help resurrect that manifold tapestry," says Banks. "But Time's Roses are scented with memory; over the last twenty nine years they've blossomed into a vast wilderness. That indescribable magic is returning to the world, and we'll soon find ourselves lost once more in the midst of a childless time."

The original Lungbarrow marked Chris Cwej’s final adventure with the Doctor, and set him on the path of solo adventures that led to Cwej: The Series. Lungbarrow by Loomlight sees Chris come full circle, and discover dark secrets at the heart of his Superiors’ history.

"This has truly been a dream come true," says Cwej editor Hunter O'Connell. "This story has gone through many drafts to make sure it's the best possible version of the book it can be, and I think we landed on it. An epic adventure awaits Chris Cwej as he goes through times long past, and we get a firsthand glimpse at what his Superiors are really hiding from him. The Totality, dear readers, will never be the same again..."

Marc Platt, author of Lungbarrow, gave his full approval for Arcbeatle Press to explore the concepts he created, and even gave Lungbarrow by Loomlight its title.

“We’ve treated this project with the utmost care. Lungbarrow is a legend, and like all the best legends, there’s more to the story,” said publisher James Wylder.

Lungbarrow by Loomlight will release in paperback and ebook formats on 23 April. 

Two variant cover editions will be available: Cover A by Ryan Rigby, and Cover B by Fred Gambino. Cover B will be available from release, and Cover A will follow in the coming weeks.

Inquiries can be sent to [email protected]

Cover A by Ryan Rigby

Cover B by Fred Gambino