Feeling good as an author today! I have FANS! LOL

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I haven’t been able to build a huge fan base online (I guess I don’t have the skills to know how to accomplish that although I’ve tried to figure it out for years), but I was reminded with hammer impact of the fact I have a HEEUUUUGE local fan base at the Dover Comic Con yesterday.

I lost track of how many people came up to tell me they loved my novels and asked when the next one was out (some for one series, some for the other, and some—bless!—for both).

Many came up to say they bought one of my books at a previous event and wanted to buy the rest of the series.

When I had to say that regretfully the third book of the Deuces Wild series was delayed and won’t be ready for about a month (from my lips to your ears, L-rd!), quite a few said they’d be at Ocean City Comic Con to get a signed copy, and I even had some join my email list so they could get notification of the release!

I tell ya, nothing spurs an author like that sort of feedback!

I have space opera and epic science fantasy series, and here is my website for links where my books can be bought both in print and ebook:

Loriendil’s Dreamland

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Looking for a fantastic read this long weekend?

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If you’re looking for books to read on this long weekend, how about The Sword’s Edge Chronicles? It’s epic fantasy with a science fiction twist!

The first three books of the series (Sword’s Edge, Children of the Enaisi, and Laws and Prophecies) are in this omnibus ebook edition!

The portal has long closed—
Severing ties to the aliens who had brought them to this planet.

Complacency through many generations brought stagnation to the Teldheri people.

Alcandhor advocates learning, evaluating traditions, and encouraging new ideas to invigorate his people, despite opposition from provincial lords who wish to maintain control.

But almost miraculously, ancient places are rediscovered—
Long-lost artifacts are found and prophecies revealed—

And now their world teeters on a sword’s edge. Will the people embrace these amazing events and the inevitable changes or fight against Alcandhor and all he and his kin represent?

Available on Amazon, and other retailers!

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Favorite Word – 26 February 2022

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Ages ago, I read a book by Philip K. Dick entitled Ubik. Great story; it will twist your mind into knots! Highly recommended!

It also taught me this fantastic word:

ubiquitous

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I love learning new words myself, which is why I do My Favorite Words, and I don’t really get any feedback, but truly I’d love to know if you know the words I share, or if you’ve learned a new word. 🙂

I began reading at a young age, thanks to parents who read to me and provided me with books. And fortunately,  the local library indulged my addiction, even allowing me to take out books “above my grade level.” So it’s no surprise that my stories might have a few “big words.” I don’t consciously try to use bombastic vocabulary (by the way, I learned bombastic from a comic book, thankyouverymuch), but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it.

If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Sword’s Edge – half price!

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The first book of the Sword’s Edge Chronicles is on sale right now—half price. Only $2.99 for the ebook.

Ripped from her home…
…recruited as a spy.

Can Tam successfully pose as a servant and discover which of the lords is a traitor? If she fails, not only will her family die, but their world will be thrown into chaos.

Tragedy strikes—
Tam’s world crumbles.

Amidst grief, she must undertake a dangerous rescue mission, aided by a mysterious alien relic.
Can this young lass succeed or will the assassins at her heels cost her all?

You’ll love this epic fantasy—it’s science fiction with a twist!

It’s available in various ebook formats.

Get it now!

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Favorite Word – 19 February 2022

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I hadn’t thought of this lovely word in several years, until rereading a novel by Lois McMaster Bujold a few weeks ago.
So here ya go!

adduce

adduce

(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I love learning new words myself, which is why I do My Favorite Words, and I don’t really get any feedback, but truly I’d love to know if you know the words I share, or if you’ve learned a new word. 🙂

I began reading at a young age, thanks to parents who read to me and provided me with books. And fortunately,  the local library indulged my addiction, even allowing me to take out books “above my grade level.” So it’s no surprise that my stories might have a few “big words.” I don’t consciously try to use bombastic vocabulary (by the way, I learned bombastic from a comic book, thankyouverymuch), but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it.

If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

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Favorite Word – 12 February 2022

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The reason that this week’s word is a favorite might seem a bit…strange. It’s because of embarrassment. Like many readers, I often don’t know how to pronounce a word I have learned through reading.

So it is with this word.

dishevel

My pronunciation seemed to make sense to me. We have dis-hearten, dis-honor, dis-harmony, so it should be dis-hevel, right? Well, at least when you’re a kid.
But nooooo.
It’s di-shevel.

GQ_JustNotFair

Do you know how long it took before my brain could remap itself?
I’ll let you know.

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(Warning: if you are hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobic, you may wish to avoid these posts. 😉)

I love learning new words myself, which is why I do My Favorite Words, and I don’t really get any feedback, but truly I’d love to know if you know the words I share, or if you’ve learned a new word. 🙂

I began reading at a young age, thanks to parents who read to me and provided me with books. And fortunately,  the local library indulged my addiction, even allowing me to take out books “above my grade level.” So it’s no surprise that my stories might have a few “big words.” I don’t consciously try to use bombastic vocabulary (by the way, I learned bombastic from a comic book, thankyouverymuch), but if a word fits the situation or conversation, I’ll use it.

If you haven’t yet read any of my books and are curious about the vocabulary therein, check out either of my series:

Deuces Wild (space opera)

The Sword’s Edge Chronicles (epic science fantasy)

😎

Unlikely Prophet on Sale!

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Right now, the SF novel Unlikely Prophet is on sale in ebook format for only $0.99!

The planet is dying.
His people have lost hope.

Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions threaten their survival, and the toxic atmosphere has forced his people to retreat to domes. Fear and anger rule their lives. As Chief of Security, Avadhron struggles to keep order despite his own despair.

A long-dormant portal activates—
An alien arrives.

Is this strange alien truly of the race that abandoned Avadhron’s people to this planet? Or is he something far beyond their comprehension? Can he really be trusted?

Do they have a choice?

Unlikely Prophet

Check it out!
Available on Amazon, B&N, Apple, Google, and more:
https://books2read.com/unlikely-prophet