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Divinity Update!

We’re all super excited about this! It’s actually happening as I’ve had to tell some of my readers who have messaged me. The cover is finally done, the editing done and everything has been submitted for review. Divinity is on it’s last stretch. Finally after 8 years of rewrites, changes, and being put on the back burner, it’s almost here!!! Thanks for sticking it … Read More Divinity Update!

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Writing Elves…

Okay so I recently got into a discussion about elves and the use of their names. A lot of people believe that the words Elvish/Elfish/Alvish and Elven/Elfin/Elfen/Alven are interchangeable. This has been used by many modern authors who are writing fantasy. Well, stop it! No, I’m serious, for your own good, stop it. In the end you’re just going to confuse yourself and wind … Read More Writing Elves…

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Excerpt from Healer’s Touch

Originally posted on Amy Raby:
Here is Chapter One from the upcoming Healer’s Touch, book 4 of the Hearts and Thrones series, which will be out later this month. Enjoy! Chapter 1 Marius had never seen a carriage like this one. It sat before a backdrop of sagging storefronts and fading paint, as incongruous with its surroundings as a swan in a mud puddle.…

Author Advice Pt. 5

One thing I’ve had to continuously tell myself over and over again is not to write with a bad attitude. I’m not kidding, if it’s time for you to write and you’re mad, annoyed, or just upset about something it’s not a good time to strike the keys. Stop, put the laptop down, and go do something else. The problem with writing while angry … Read More Author Advice Pt. 5

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Author Advice Pt 4

Rules of grammar and spelling… I have a feeling that this one will get me a few rolled eyes, but we all remember or… partially recall studying where to place comma’s, how to punctuate, and how to spell. This is all stuff we know. However, are those rules solid? Must they always be followed? Absolutely not! You’re going to find in your writing that, … Read More Author Advice Pt 4

Prequel to the Yden Trilogy!

Originally posted on Child of Yden (Author Suzanne G. Rogers):
I’d like to announce the release of my Yden prequel KIRA, which shines the spotlight on Kira Szul, the Nomad princess who figures prominently in the Yden trilogy. Blurb: Although Nomad princess Kira has trained all her young life to be a warrior, she begins to yearn for something more. She unwittingly stumbles onto…

Departure: Chapter 2

Awesome new story to check out!

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The Callindra Chronicles Chapter 3

Originally posted on Benjamin Fisher-Merritt (author):
Glarian had found the Healer, purchased some boneknit root and enough basic supplies to hopefully last the winter.  He could feel something looming large on the horizon as he approached the inn and it was making him nervous. “Strange weather eh?”  The man at the door said, looking at a cloudbank that was towering over the forest.  “Is…

Friday Fantasy ~ Fortune’s Favor

Originally posted on Night Owl Poetry – Dorinda Duclos:
Mystical winds blow A Mystery unfolds Held in my hands Fate hidden, untold Conjuring Spirits Bound, Beholden Your Future unravels Resplendent, Golden A Crystal globe Shines With Sun’s Magic Spell Revenant, Fortune’s Favor Enchantingly dwells ? ©2014 Dorinda Duclos All Rights Reserved Photo via wallpaperup.com. Original artist credited there.

The End

This won’t necessarily focus on one story, or even one series. It will more focus on serials and how the ending are handled. So let’s get to it, shall we? Everyone loves a good ending, everyone. But what makes a good ending and what makes a bad one? Is a good ending the fairy tale happy ending where the hero gets the girl and … Read More The End

Proof Copy

Please be sure to check out this awesome looking story. Can’t wait for it to be released!

Musical Inspiration: Amaranthe

This is another band that I absolutely love. It’s basically two different music forms combined into one. The mesh of styles, what I call Fusion Metal, really aids in my writing. I highly recommend these guys to anyone who finds their inspiration through music.