Look out G.R..R Martin I'm #2 and gunning for you ;-)


What a surprise to wake up and discover The Jester is the #2 Bestseller for Sci-Fi and fantasy, sandwiched nicely between George R.R. Martin and Brandon Sanderson. Sure mine is free, and the other two require a credit or some cash, but I'm trying to ignore that apples to oranges aspect.

The Jester, as I previously posted, has been released to help promote The Unfettered Anthology which was also recently released and is doing well (current #12 of the bestseller list).  In talking to Shawn about the success of two audio versions, he offered me a download code that I could use for a contest.  And so I shall!!

If you would like to win a copy of the audio version of Unfettered you can Enter here . I'll also throw in one of my short stories just for entering. (Some of these have been (a) seeds that were later incorporated into my larger works, (b) previously included in an anthology (c) self-published as a stand alone, so please read the descriptions closely so you don't chose a story that you've already read elsewhere).

You can chose from:
The Thieves - A Riyria story in which Royce and Hadrian are set upon by highwaymen (also found in Theft of Swords)
The Viscount - A Riyria short story in which Royce and Hadrian meet the Viscount Albert Winslow (also found in The Rose and the Thorn)
The Jester - A Riyria short story in which Royce and Hadrian escort a candlemaker and pig farmer on a dangerous quest and learn that the choices we make affect our future (Originally published in Unfettered)
Traditions - A traditional fantasy wherein a brave girl dares to define her own future, even if it kills her (Originally published in Triumph Over Tragedy)
Burning Alexandria - A book hoarder ends up with the largest library in existence in this post-apocalyptic homage to Ray Bradbury (originally published in The End-Visions of ApocalypseAutumn Mists - A dying man seeks to remember the magic of childhood (not previously published)
Greener Grass - A man travels to the future and is shocked by the changes he finds there (previously self-published)
God Games - A programmer is a little too good at their job, and the results have far reaching implications (not previously published)
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Published on January 25, 2014 05:09
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message 1: by Teresa (new)

Teresa Only on Audible?


message 2: by Robert (new)

Robert Mullin Hey, I'm excited when my book comes up on the same list, let alone sandwiched between some of the biggest names. Congratulations!


message 3: by Jerry (new)

Jerry Congrats Michael...the fact that you released this short as a way to help promote Unfettered (a fund raiser for a good cause) shows the type of person you are...you are the most customer facing author I have ever seen and have done so much for other aspiring authors. If I don't win the contest I will purchase the book.


message 4: by Allan (new)

Allan Congrats! It's well deserved!

The Riyria Revelations has been one of the best surprises I found this year, and I'm so glad I did.

I seriously can't wait to read more of your work (like the one above).

Much continued success, sir!


message 5: by Elizabeth (new)

Elizabeth I bought my copy of Unfettered and can't wait to read it.


message 6: by Michael (new)

Michael @Teresa - right now only on audible, it will be available as an ebook soon - but only a few venues allow for free so it will most likely cost a minor amount.


message 7: by Michael (new)

Michael @Robert - thanks! and congrats on your own success.


message 8: by Michael (new)

Michael @Allan - that is go great to hear. Rest assured I'm busy writing...and it won't be long until Hollow World is released (78 days and 13 hours - not that I'm counting or anything ;-)


message 9: by Michael (new)

Michael @Elizabeth - you are in for a treat - there are a lot of great stories in there.


message 10: by MJ (new)

MJ Congrats!! I'm so happy I found about your work!
I must ask you not to stop for all that is good and creative!
The world you showed Us is so infinit!
Again, Thank you.


message 11: by Teresa (new)

Teresa Michael wrote: "@Teresa - right now only on audible, it will be available as an ebook soon - but only a few venues allow for free so it will most likely cost a minor amount."

Minor, major, it's all good as far as I'm concerned. You are on my Favorite Authors list.

Thanks for the response. I will be keeping an eye out for it.


message 12: by Robert (new)

Robert Mullin Michael wrote: "@Robert - thanks! and congrats on your own success."

Lol.... Not success, just presence. But thanks!


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