L.L. Thomsen's Blog, page 2
November 7, 2019
7th of November '19
Still surviving SPFBO 19 by default - and maybe the skin of my teeth, lol...
If you like character interviews, you can get up close and personal with one of the characters that I just love to hate here - https://theprotagonistspeaks.com/2019...
See what this epic indie competition is about here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/12287...
Check out my entry - #1 of The Missing Shield here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
Catch you soon!
If you like character interviews, you can get up close and personal with one of the characters that I just love to hate here - https://theprotagonistspeaks.com/2019...
See what this epic indie competition is about here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/12287...
Check out my entry - #1 of The Missing Shield here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
Catch you soon!
October 26, 2019
26th of October '19
BOOK SALE EXTRAVAGANZA -
ALL GENRES JUST 99C UNTIL THE 29TH OF OCTOBER!!🎇🎇🎇
https://www.emeralddodge.com/daring-d...
ALL GENRES JUST 99C UNTIL THE 29TH OF OCTOBER!!🎇🎇🎇
https://www.emeralddodge.com/daring-d...
October 18, 2019
18th of October 2019
My October newsletter has just gone live!
Celebrate Halloween and Autumn/Fall with some huge bargains!
This is so much more than a newsletter, so why not join me for loads of specials and for the chance to win books and swag.
https://mailchi.mp/436ed2527b12/autum...
Celebrate Halloween and Autumn/Fall with some huge bargains!
This is so much more than a newsletter, so why not join me for loads of specials and for the chance to win books and swag.
https://mailchi.mp/436ed2527b12/autum...
October 3, 2019
3rd of October '19
10 Things You Might Not Know About The Missing Shield
1.
This story was originally not written to be a series, but rather to be vol 1 of the epic fantasy series titled 'The Veil Keepers Quest'. The full book is around 600k.
2.
The Missing Shield is the original title intended for the full book. It is a play on words to reflect on main character Solancei who disappears (or goes missing) during an illegal fight. Solancei is also the secret life shield (bodyguard) of Princess Iambre. Hence 'The Missing Shield'.
3.
The inspiration for the Guardian Council comes from the idea of archangels who are of high rank and each possesses an extraordinary set of skills with which they serve God/the creator.
4.
Bad guy Simarovien Zulavi was nothing but a common, unnamed soldier to begin with. He and Solancei (then also unnamed), were sparring for sport with a goodnatured slant of male/female rivalry. It was never meant to turn quite so dark.
5.
Solancei's name has developed over time. First, she was Solange, then Solarcie/Solacie, before her final name eventually found its way to the pages.
6.
The Saben-Heshép Elvern princess and seer, Nefer'Kemnebit, muscled her way into the story without me really realising what her purpose was. I wrote the first chapter about her like a true pantser - just seeing where it would take me. Who'd have thought she's the one with all the answers?
7.
Guardian Malandar was originally inspired by the character Ardeth Bay in the 1999 version of The Mummy. Mysterious and cool, and utterly dedicated to his sworn duty. I had to have me a character like that to play with.
8.
Princess Iambre's home province and city (Etruia) is inspired in name by the Etruscan civilization who flourished in Central Italy between 8th and 3rd century BC. Incidentally, the entire Realm of Ostravah is modelled losely on a pseudo-medieval roman setting with a climate much like the Italian.
9.
There are dragons in the series, they have just not come on stage yet, but they do play a very important role. One character is a little more than what they seem, but can you guess who?
I named each book for a chapter within.
10.
The cover relates to a scene where Solancei is out of luck and literally facing fire, but it is also a general reference to her struggles as she's pretty much got her back to an imaginary wall of fire most of the time.
1.
This story was originally not written to be a series, but rather to be vol 1 of the epic fantasy series titled 'The Veil Keepers Quest'. The full book is around 600k.
2.
The Missing Shield is the original title intended for the full book. It is a play on words to reflect on main character Solancei who disappears (or goes missing) during an illegal fight. Solancei is also the secret life shield (bodyguard) of Princess Iambre. Hence 'The Missing Shield'.
3.
The inspiration for the Guardian Council comes from the idea of archangels who are of high rank and each possesses an extraordinary set of skills with which they serve God/the creator.
4.
Bad guy Simarovien Zulavi was nothing but a common, unnamed soldier to begin with. He and Solancei (then also unnamed), were sparring for sport with a goodnatured slant of male/female rivalry. It was never meant to turn quite so dark.
5.
Solancei's name has developed over time. First, she was Solange, then Solarcie/Solacie, before her final name eventually found its way to the pages.
6.
The Saben-Heshép Elvern princess and seer, Nefer'Kemnebit, muscled her way into the story without me really realising what her purpose was. I wrote the first chapter about her like a true pantser - just seeing where it would take me. Who'd have thought she's the one with all the answers?
7.
Guardian Malandar was originally inspired by the character Ardeth Bay in the 1999 version of The Mummy. Mysterious and cool, and utterly dedicated to his sworn duty. I had to have me a character like that to play with.
8.
Princess Iambre's home province and city (Etruia) is inspired in name by the Etruscan civilization who flourished in Central Italy between 8th and 3rd century BC. Incidentally, the entire Realm of Ostravah is modelled losely on a pseudo-medieval roman setting with a climate much like the Italian.
9.
There are dragons in the series, they have just not come on stage yet, but they do play a very important role. One character is a little more than what they seem, but can you guess who?
I named each book for a chapter within.
10.
The cover relates to a scene where Solancei is out of luck and literally facing fire, but it is also a general reference to her struggles as she's pretty much got her back to an imaginary wall of fire most of the time.
September 10, 2019
10th of September '19
Feeling a little nostalgic sometimes?
Well me too!
So for all of this month I thought I'd do a little '#blastFromThePast' feature where I honestly and without (much) shame, treat you all you some funny/daft/fond memories from my past.
Each day I'll post a new memory linked to a photo and I'd love for you to head on over to my official FB page and share your moments too.
Seriously please do! Don't leave me hanging!😄
https://www.facebook.com/linda.thomse...
Well me too!
So for all of this month I thought I'd do a little '#blastFromThePast' feature where I honestly and without (much) shame, treat you all you some funny/daft/fond memories from my past.
Each day I'll post a new memory linked to a photo and I'd love for you to head on over to my official FB page and share your moments too.
Seriously please do! Don't leave me hanging!😄
https://www.facebook.com/linda.thomse...
August 17, 2019
17th of August '19
Come play my fantasy game?
Do you remember as a kid when you used to read those fantasy books where you had to weave your own way through the adventure, choosing what option to take and where to go? You know the kind of books that usually ended up with you being trapped in a dark hole mining sapphire to pay the Dwarves and with no way out?
Well the other week I got to thinking that I kinda miss those quirky little stories and the surprise twist and turns, so based loosely on the events of my first book (A Change of Rules), I set out to make my own mini-game.
Wanna play?
Do you wanna see what it's like to wear the boots of a bodyguard sworn to protect the life of a real princess?
If so, then prepare to get out of bed, strap on your best old combat gear and grab your practice sword, because today you're going to win an illegal duel... Or are you?
In this game, only time - and perhaps chance - will tell how the story ends. To enter the Realm of Ostravah, just follow the link. Good luck!
https://m.me/themissingshield
Do you remember as a kid when you used to read those fantasy books where you had to weave your own way through the adventure, choosing what option to take and where to go? You know the kind of books that usually ended up with you being trapped in a dark hole mining sapphire to pay the Dwarves and with no way out?
Well the other week I got to thinking that I kinda miss those quirky little stories and the surprise twist and turns, so based loosely on the events of my first book (A Change of Rules), I set out to make my own mini-game.
Wanna play?
Do you wanna see what it's like to wear the boots of a bodyguard sworn to protect the life of a real princess?
If so, then prepare to get out of bed, strap on your best old combat gear and grab your practice sword, because today you're going to win an illegal duel... Or are you?
In this game, only time - and perhaps chance - will tell how the story ends. To enter the Realm of Ostravah, just follow the link. Good luck!
https://m.me/themissingshield
June 18, 2019
18th of June '19
Would anyone like to come and read some Indie Fantasy books with me this summer?
I'm going to be heading a reading team over in the FB group Indie Fantasy Addicts (IFA) for their Summer Reading Challenge and I'd love for you to join me!
SO... if you're not already a member, come and hang with some of the coolest indies authors I know: read books, recommend, discuss, discover, get bargains, and win prizes. And all you have to do is read books and post about each in the group. Easy, no?
The competition begins on the 20th of June and will run all the way through to the 22nd of September. There will be individual and team prizes to win and lots of great offers too!
I am looking forward to getting stuck into some great books and having some fun. Sound like something you'd like to be part of? Then drop me a line for more info. All you need to do is to join the IFA group. You can then request to join my team (The Wizards Confusion Collusion - or The Wizards for short)
Can't wait to see you there!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/indie...
I'm going to be heading a reading team over in the FB group Indie Fantasy Addicts (IFA) for their Summer Reading Challenge and I'd love for you to join me!
SO... if you're not already a member, come and hang with some of the coolest indies authors I know: read books, recommend, discuss, discover, get bargains, and win prizes. And all you have to do is read books and post about each in the group. Easy, no?
The competition begins on the 20th of June and will run all the way through to the 22nd of September. There will be individual and team prizes to win and lots of great offers too!
I am looking forward to getting stuck into some great books and having some fun. Sound like something you'd like to be part of? Then drop me a line for more info. All you need to do is to join the IFA group. You can then request to join my team (The Wizards Confusion Collusion - or The Wizards for short)
Can't wait to see you there!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/indie...
May 28, 2019
28th of May '19
For all my fellow Sci-fi and Fantasy readers - check this link for some fantastic reads at reduced prices that we can all afford! Epic!! Totally!
https://storyoriginapp.com/to/MWinGMZJ
Have a great week, all!
https://storyoriginapp.com/to/MWinGMZJ
Have a great week, all!
May 22, 2019
22nd of May '19
For a few days only...
A Change of Rules, the first episode of my epic high fantasy series, The Missing Shield, will be reduced from $3.99 to just .99c from right about... NOW!
Just follow the link/s or copy/paste into your search bar...
Amazon -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
Wide - Kobo, Nook, Apple, Scribd, 24Symbols, Playster, Indigo, Angus & Robertson, Mondadori -
https://books2read.com/u/47xdvR
Happy reading!
A Change of Rules, the first episode of my epic high fantasy series, The Missing Shield, will be reduced from $3.99 to just .99c from right about... NOW!
Just follow the link/s or copy/paste into your search bar...
Amazon -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
Wide - Kobo, Nook, Apple, Scribd, 24Symbols, Playster, Indigo, Angus & Robertson, Mondadori -
https://books2read.com/u/47xdvR
Happy reading!
May 3, 2019
3rd of May '19
Competition time!
Yes, I do like the competitions - but in all fairness... who doesn't? ;-)
So for the chance to win a Kindle - follow the link
https://www.enchantedquillpress.com/m...
Feel free to spread the word! Have a great bank holiday weekend everyone!! xx
Yes, I do like the competitions - but in all fairness... who doesn't? ;-)
So for the chance to win a Kindle - follow the link
https://www.enchantedquillpress.com/m...
Feel free to spread the word! Have a great bank holiday weekend everyone!! xx
