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August 4, 2017

#FridayFantasy – Meet The #Characters of #DarkFey

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As I prepare to complete book three of the Dark Fey Trilogy this weekend (YAY!) I thought I might share the characters with you and (hopefully) spark your interest.

(Click the links to read a full post about the character)

Gairynzvl – The Dark Fey Himself, who inspired the tale and whose life as a captive in the dark realm of the Uunglarda compels change.

Mardan – Rival of Gairynzvl who opposes his every action, until he realizes how much he has risked and how much he has to give.

Evondair – The forceful Healer who would rather be reading, but chooses to join Gairynzvl and, ultimately, changes the course of Fey history.

Ayla – Initially, the main character about who the story first revolves. Her weakness is her greatest strength, without whom, Gairynzvl never would have had a chance.

Bryth – A minor character who takes on greater responsibilities in book two and three. He is a Fey Guard Captain, ready to defend with his life; yet, also, ever ready with a quick jibe. He holds those around him together and reminds them of their responsibilities. The attached link shows a bit of his humourous side.

Ilys – a Dark Fey shedemon who comes into the story in book two. She’s known Gairynzvl a long time, in many ways. A Fey of the Light who was abducted as a childfey and, as a result, lives with haunting memories every day; she is a portrayal of PTSD.

Rehstaed – (pronounced with a trilled R-eh-stayed) is introduced in Dark Fey: Standing In Shadows and becomes one of the central, supporting characters in the story. He suffered so horrifying a loss in his personal life that he now simply exists day to day, lost in an addiction to temple wine that makes his life bearable.

Veryth – Although he is a supporting character in the trilogy, his contributions are vital to the story and, indeed, the Fey with whom he interacts. His influence is gentle, yet powerful.

If you’ve read the books, I’d love to know: Who is your favourite character…and why?

~Morgan~

Filed under: Dark Fey, Friday FeyDay / Fantasy Tagged: BnV, BooknVolume, Fantasy, Fantasy Books, Fantasy Characters, Fantasy Realm, Must Read Books, ~Morgan~

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Published on August 04, 2017 11:20

#FridayFantasy – Beyond – #DailyHaikuChallenge

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Into the Beyond

Entrance to the Forgotten

Whispers in the gloom

To take part in the Daily Haiku Challenge see The Original Post from Day One

Day 279 / 365

A Haiku glimpse into Dark Fey.

Discover Dark Fey

~Morgan~

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Beautiful photo found on Pinterest. Credit Gratefully acknowledged to the original photographer. Thank You~

Filed under: Daily Haiku Challenge, Dark Fey, Friday FeyDay / Fantasy Tagged: Beautiful Photographs, BnV, BooknVolume, Dark Fantasy, Fantasy, Fantasy Preview, Poem, poetry, Poetry Blog, ~Morgan~

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Published on August 04, 2017 08:38

Tempest Tossed — breathwords

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I wanted to share this artist with you. Her work is wonderful; passionate; angry; beautiful; sensual and visual all at once. Do take a moment to visit her blog and discover more.

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Published on August 04, 2017 07:02

#FridayFantasy – Empire

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Crystalline Empire

Balanced on the blades of Time

Whispering through Rhyme

Filed under: Daily Haiku Challenge, Friday FeyDay / Fantasy Tagged: BnV, BooknVolume, Fantasy, Fantasy Landscape, Haiku Challenge, Inspiration, Mythical Realm, Poem, poetry, Poetry Blog, time, ~Morgan~

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Published on August 04, 2017 05:07

August 3, 2017

Gray Shale – #Dark #Poetry

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Gray shale

Shattering into violet Prose

Whispering a tale of a gilded rose

Explanation drifting on the breeze

Lies and Truth sifting as darkness fleas

Gray shale

Crunching underfoot so pale

Withering destiny, once firm and hale

Carrying the calamity of broken dreams

Into the Light, where Hope gleams

Upon Gray Shale

~Morgan~

Photography by eriagn on flickr. Thank You~

Filed under: Poetry Tagged: BnV, BooknVolume, Doubt, Fear, Hope, Poem, poetry, Poetry Blog, spirituality, Stagnation, ~Morgan~

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Published on August 03, 2017 15:00

Garden Gazelles- A Peculiar View

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I freely admit, my perspective is probably unique. After all, I’m not sure many people would look at your average variety of bunny rabbit and see a miniature deer munching in their garden. Especially if, said little varmint is munching on their strawberries, lettuces, or partaking of an early crop of carrots, but since I have no garden (well, I have a small container garden, but that doesn’t quite count), my viewpoint on these furry little creatures is a bit singular.

It all began about a year ago, when the weather turned colder and the sweet green grass of the lawn began to fade. Every year I put out bird-feeders as Autumn advances; providing for the winter residents, whether they be feathered or furry. Sure, I get hordes of sparrows, clusters of cardinals, and a smattering of adorable little fellows in tufted titmouse flannels, chickadee tuxedos, nuthatch jazzblues and even the occasional woodpecker stripes, but the feast of dried fruits, nuts and seeds also attracts squirrels and rabbits. And, although those rascally squirrels do feast, (and feast…and feast!) (not to mention perform Olympian acrobatics in order to feast!) no, I don’t mind, not at all.

So, winter advanced and then retreated, and all the garden creatures eated (LOL sorry, but it rhymed!) Yet when spring unfurled her wings of grace, and the bird-feeders disappeared from the place ( I can’t help it, honestly!) I tried to wean my garden gazelles from their daily handful of apples, but it was not meant to be. Impossible, really. After all, when little hopping treasures of sweetly expectant faces rush to your doorstep, or at least to the margins of your back porch, as soon as you go outside and gaze up at you with blinking silent queries of “Do you have apples today, Miss?” “Any Yummies for our tummies?” and the like, how can a heart resist?

Mine can’t in any event. So, although the season of plenty is upon us and the green grasses are lush and delicious (well, at least their expressions seem to say as much), and there are plenty of gardens in which these miniature gazelles might graze, I still cut half an apple each day into bite sized pieces, go outside after I get home from work, and greet my little friends with a gentle, “Here you go bunners!” And invariably, the several who are always awaiting my offering, gaze up at me quietly, and whisper a quiet, yet entirely perceivable thank you, before scampering to enjoy the fruit of harmony.

And nothing could be sweeter.

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~Morgan~

Filed under: Just Me Musing Tagged: BnV, BooknVolume, Generocity, Harmony, life, Nature, photography, relationships, Stewardship, Wildlife, ~Morgan~

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Published on August 03, 2017 08:57

Sweet Waters — writing to freedom

Sweet Waters ~ babbling brook whispers iridescent colors glow living poetry ~

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I simply HAD to share this beautiful post. Not only is the Haiku splendid, the image is amazing. Such colour, texture and beauty in something that is seemingly so simple.

Bravo, Brad!

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