Dan
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Michael J. Sullivan:
My question is this. Why have you done this to me Michael? I had a lineup of books to go through that had been set for a few months. Then I had to go and listen to your shorts on Audible. Now I'm downloading a Theft of Swords on there as we speak, set to go through. Now You've added another minimum 6 books to the top of my reading list. Thank you.
Michael J. Sullivan
Haha! Well, it's all part of my evil and devious plan. Glad you fell into my web. Those freebie audio shorts were the brainchild of my wife, Robin, who has made my career what it is. She's so smart (except, perhaps, for her decision to spend the last 33 years with me). Glad you liked them, and I do hope you enjoy the longer works as well. Tim Gerard Reynolds is such an amazingly talented narrator. I could listen to him read stereo instruction and be enthralled. If you do continue with the series through Heir of Novron, come drop me a note and I'll send a little afterword your way.
Oh, and for those that don't know what we are talking about, here's some information on the free audio shorts. Just click on the cover and you'll go to the Audible page for them. If you don't have an audible account, you can sign up for a free one - and also get a full-length book of your choice. Even if you quit after the first month, you'll still have access to any of your books including the free ones.
Professional Integrity
Several years have passed since the war-weary mercenary Hadrian and cynical ex-assassin Royce joined forces to start their thieves-for-hire organization better known as Riyria. Things have gone well enough for the team as they do "jobs" for various nobles throughout Elan. Usually that means stealing something, but when a young heiress asks them to steal her…well, that's a first for the pair. All is not as it seems, but Royce is determined to get the bottom of what's actually going on. After all, he has his professional integrity at stake. Originally released in the Blackguards anthology published by Ragnarok Publications, this is a standalone short story of 10,800 words. No prior knowledge of The Riyria Revelations or The Riyria Chronicles is required to enjoy it to its fullest, making this a perfect introduction for new readers or a chance for existing fans to spend a little more time with old friends.
The Jester
Stop me if you’ve heard this one. A thief, a candlemaker, an ex-mercenary, and a pig farmer walk into a trap…and what happens to them is no joke. When Riyria is hired to retrieve a jester’s treasure, Royce and Hadrian must match wits with a dwarf who proves to be anything but a fool. Difficult choices will need to be made, and in the end those who laugh last do so because they are the only ones to survive. This is a standalone short story of 7,200 words. No prior knowledge of The Riyria Revelations or The Riyria Chronicles icles is required to enjoy it to its fullest, making this a perfect introduction for new readers or a chance for Riyria veterans to spend a little more time with old friends. The Jester is a story of adventure, bonds of friendship, and a recognition that the choices we make dictates the future we find.
Oh, and for those that don't know what we are talking about, here's some information on the free audio shorts. Just click on the cover and you'll go to the Audible page for them. If you don't have an audible account, you can sign up for a free one - and also get a full-length book of your choice. Even if you quit after the first month, you'll still have access to any of your books including the free ones.
Professional Integrity
Several years have passed since the war-weary mercenary Hadrian and cynical ex-assassin Royce joined forces to start their thieves-for-hire organization better known as Riyria. Things have gone well enough for the team as they do "jobs" for various nobles throughout Elan. Usually that means stealing something, but when a young heiress asks them to steal her…well, that's a first for the pair. All is not as it seems, but Royce is determined to get the bottom of what's actually going on. After all, he has his professional integrity at stake. Originally released in the Blackguards anthology published by Ragnarok Publications, this is a standalone short story of 10,800 words. No prior knowledge of The Riyria Revelations or The Riyria Chronicles is required to enjoy it to its fullest, making this a perfect introduction for new readers or a chance for existing fans to spend a little more time with old friends.
The Jester
Stop me if you’ve heard this one. A thief, a candlemaker, an ex-mercenary, and a pig farmer walk into a trap…and what happens to them is no joke. When Riyria is hired to retrieve a jester’s treasure, Royce and Hadrian must match wits with a dwarf who proves to be anything but a fool. Difficult choices will need to be made, and in the end those who laugh last do so because they are the only ones to survive. This is a standalone short story of 7,200 words. No prior knowledge of The Riyria Revelations or The Riyria Chronicles icles is required to enjoy it to its fullest, making this a perfect introduction for new readers or a chance for Riyria veterans to spend a little more time with old friends. The Jester is a story of adventure, bonds of friendship, and a recognition that the choices we make dictates the future we find.
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Sam
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Michael J. Sullivan:
Hi Michael. I'm curious about your decision to "revisit" a story at least somewhat already told in the Royce and Hadrian books. I've read other answers about the books exploring what really happened which I can get behind as a history major. But how do you feel about readers already knowing the ending? Thank you for your time! - Samantha
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