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Introvert dream house

 

The pathos of Elianas Danae

 THE MASTER MECHANISM

Hobbit: too funny!

 

Rules of the Inn

 

The tweaks for HOUSE OF VALLA

Earlier this year I put together the BIG BOOK, one I'd been meaning to do for a while. Yes, HOUSE OF VALLA. This edition of my lore encompasses the 17 books that form part of the grand tale (Lore of Arcana, Lore of Reaume, Lore of Sanctum & Ancient Terra), but rather than simply put the various editions together and format for one book (which, btw, was a mammoth task!), I removed series mentions and gave each book a title suited to the massive tome. 

Here's a look at the CONTENTS:

Same books, different titles. While Ancient Terra has both prequels and sequels to the Lore Universe, I believe by removing series mentions I've created a more seamless read, albeit a lengthy one … yup, be prepared for the long haul! I make no apology for that; my most enjoyable reads thus far have been, for instance, Wheel of Time, the DUNE saga, all asking of me my attention for quite a while, and I trust readers will feel the same 😎

Removed maps and so forth, but did add in swear words here and there, as well as a 'saying' for each part. Selected a few random examples for you:

Thus, a read with a few tweaks!

Free with KU: HOUSE OF VALLA

Collages: something orange

 

Chapter 10: Our Lanterns Glow

Those of you who have been following along with the chapter excerpts will know that other than Song of the Spaces & My Wishing Well (posting that soon!), all LORE chapters 1 & 10 have now been shared, along with posts with all links (click Chapter 1 & Chapter 10 in Labels or mosey on over to the pages overhead for links if you haven't yet read a bit 😀). 

Now it's time for Chapters 10 from my standalone books … well, those long enough to have a 10 (short stories don't often get that far!). We begin with OUR LANTERNS GLOW, which has much Lore in it anyway and therefore the perfect choice to begin with, and CHOICE fits in this instance because chapter 10 is all about choices.

Written and shared in the latterhalf of 2020, this inspirational book was conceived to cope with the differentworld we suddenly found ourselves in. As the author, it matters not to me if itsells or not; this is a personal project – I needed to find my light, and thisis how I did so. Based onfictional insights, for fiction has helped us in these trying times, OurLanterns Glow isn’t a cure all; it is about insight and the inspiration weneed to move forward.

Now we are in a new year and itis not over; the pandemic and economic fallout is still with us. Our LanternsGlow is more relevant than ever. Now it helps us make sense of the verystrange time we endured and aids us in focusing on the future. Whether we readthis today or in a hundred years, it remains relevant; ever do we need thelight and always it is our responsibility to lift our lanterns for others tofind their way in the darkness. Find the insight you need in this small bookand shine your light today!

Elaina J. Davidson

2021

Choices

When a choice liesbefore you, be as objective as possible. And be firm in your decision.

~ Awl ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

When in doubt, act. Action frequently leadsto decision.

~ Book of Sages ~

THELORE SERIES

Intentionunrealised murders creativity, but action conceived without due thought imprisonschoice. Think before you do and do as you intend.

~ Scrollof Wisdom ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

Itis easier to remain anonymous. It is easier to keep talent under wraps. Thatway no one can use you. Of course, you will be as nothing.

~Awl ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

In anearlier section we spoke about helping others, and our purpose. Fame is notpart of that, and remains true here. The talents we have are more importantthan ever and it is imperative we share them in order to create a brighterfuture. This isn’t about crowing to the heavens about how special we are; thisis about employing our gifts to the good of all.

Do you sing? Sing! Do you write?Tell your story!

Our talents are endlessly varied;let us share them, if only to put a smile on someone’s face.

Thought is matter. Avoid, therefore, cannot ever be empty.

~ Book of Sages ~

THE LORE SERIES

Sometimes you have tostart over, friend. Sometimes it is the best way forward.

~ Awl ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

Sometimes startingover needs contain elements of what you seek to leave behind. Choose wisely.

~ Awl ~

THE LORE SERIES

Personality drives action. It is,after all, how we think that causes us to move in one direction or another.

~Awl ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

The best adviceanyone is able to share, when advice is sincere and may be regarded as lessthan criticism, is to be yourself always. On the other hand, to follow it, youhave to know yourself.

~ Book of Sages ~

THE LORE SERIES

You also have to love yourself. When we are not in sync with ourinner selves, being ‘yourself’ (ourselves) will cause us to feel less, toexperience what we regard as failure. I hold with the above insight, but knowthat we must love who we are as well before the statement is effective.

 

 

How do you grapple with slipperynuances and then hold onto a facet long enough to affect the change required toalter a situation or perception? Faith, reader, and self-belief.

~Book of Sages ~

THE LORE SERIES

Catharsis is anintangible gift, and yet is a gift, a healing of the soul.

~ Book of Sages ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

Preparefor change, friend. Know you will not emerge unscathed.

~ Awl ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

Thoughtis able to create a shield.

~ IlfinBelief ~

ILFIN OF ARC

Fear does not define you.Allowing fear to rule, however, will shape you into something dark.

~Arun, Druid ~

THE LORE SERIES

Heat is able to arisefrom a mere thought. The chill of fear comes from a heart beating out ofrhythm.

~ Book of Sages ~

THE LORE SERIES

Angerclouds truth, rage obliterates it. Heat devours, fire destroys. Choose youremotions wisely. If you cannot, allow another to point out to you yoursituation. Attempt, reader, listener, to hear that other before your rageobliterates good intentions and real caring.

~Arli of Pendulim ~

THE LORE SERIES

Even a dandelion hasa place. It is not a weed to be rooted into extinction; it is a herb withmedicinal properties. Do not, therefore, judge too soon. Do your research. Becareful in your deliberation.

~ Scroll of Wisdom ~

THE LORE SERIES

Honour lies in a promise kept.

~Arun, Druid ~

THE LORE SERIES

Plans should not be made underemotional duress.

~Scroll of Wisdom ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

Littlethings, if unattended to, truly can upset your life.

~Henri Dorn – Electan of Valaris; Year 773 a.s.~

THE LORE SERIES

Evena tiny step is a step forward. Do not be disheartened, seeker.

~Isling of Xen III ~

THE LORE SERIES

Choicedetermines your path. It is your salvation or your downfall.

~Scroll of Wisdom ~

THE LORE SERIES

Itis in the little things that change is affected; a subtle intention leading tolong lasting result.

~Awl ~

THE LORE SERIES

 

“…would you not agree that the only absolute is change? And to deal with changeyou should learn the lessons of the past, sometimes many times taught beforeunderstanding comes. To fight it only makes your life impossible and why wouldyou want to put yourself through that, when change, good or bad, will find youanyway?”

~Torrullin to Lucan ~

LOREOF REAUME

The world canonly be understood in action, not soul-searching, many say. This is a lie. Bothaction and introspection tell the tale.

~ Mother Shania of Hyberus ~

ANCIENT TERRA

A decision is able to add magic to the unchanged way.

~ The Sine Handbook ~

TINSAL

 

Daily we facechoices, little things, such as what to make for supper, and now we face, inthis time of crisis, the large, life-changing kind. Choice is a part of us; itis how we function. Choice, therefore, is not to be feared. Use it to restart.Employ it to step away from what no longer works. Let us share our talents and doso with only love in our hearts.

 

Available in print and as an audio book also: OUR LANTERNS GLOW

SACRED SITES

5 of 14 Sacred Sites on Valaris

Indwell & Nullity

 

Caturday: Black cats

Recently lost my little black cat - called her Pumpkin - to a road accident. Miss her.