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My name is Greg, and I will be releasing my novel 'THE SAMSARIC' on the 14 Nov 2015 on Amazon.
The novel is a fantasy horror based on ancient history and mythology of Mesopotamia.
Here's a quick preview on the Synopsis:
The plague of 1918 A.D.
The mortal world is in a state of devastation.
A woman wakes up in an abandoned temple of Kali, the goddess of darkness, in an ancient city of Gaya.
She does not know where she is.
She does not remember the events leading to this.
She only hears a familiar voice of a tormented man who has haunted her dreams.
He tells her a story – of a time of souls and suffering, of immortality and gods, of life and death.
This, he says, is Mesopotamia.
Please message me if you are interested in a review and I will send you a pdf copy on the release date.
My website is still under development but you can find me on my facebook author profile page below;
https://www.facebook.com/GWLwin/?ref=hl
Kind Regards,
Greg Lwin

im new to good reads and i love it
does anyone have any good books that i can read
(that are age appropriate for a 13 yr old)
tysm <3


Young hunter Tellimakis is from a small community existing in complete isolation from the rest of humanity, cut off by distance and the natural barrier of a great mountain range. Aware of his people's history, he knows that his ancestors escaped from their country on the far side of the mountains during a time of great strife. As Tellimakis approaches adulthood, he is consumed with curiosity as to the fate of the great civilization left behind by his forebears, and sets off for the huge mountains in an attempt to rediscover the ancient Kingdom beyond. He finds many surprises on the way, not least among them, the charming Setisia.

My book is a fantasy set in the medieval time period, and could also be classed as an action/adventure, but the main genre is fantasy.
Jade has lived in the same girl's orphanage all her life, where she's shunned by the rest of the girls, and the Mistress never seems pleased with her.
One day, after stealing food from the orphanage one too many times for a starving village, the Mistress banishes Jade from the one place she calls home.
With nowhere to go, and nowhere to live, Jade takes to the streets and stumbles into a mysterious boy on the run. One morning, she's horrified to discover the king's ring in the boy's bag, and learns that he's a part of a rebel plot to start a war and kill the king. Just when things don't look like they can get any worse, something happens that takes Jade's speech away forever, and she has no way to reveal the plot she discovered.
Learn how trust can be shattered in this thrilling tale through deceit and betrayal, and fight with Jade as she battles through terrors she never knew existed....
You can find it here:

Good day to you all!

im new to good reads and i love it
does anyone have any good books that i can read
(that are age appropriate for a 13 yr old)
tysm <3"
Hi Abigail, my young adult/middle grade book has dragons, an undersea world, and unexpected friendship. The Dragon Dreamer is a fast-paced fantasy adventure that is particularly well-received by 10-16 yr old readers. You could check it out here, if you wish: bit.ly/TheDragonDreamer

Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/Enter-Path-Vend...
'To Enter The Path' is FREE on Kindle Unlimited or just $2.99. I am also interested in exchanging some free copies for honest reviews. Please pm me or email Sfloresbook@gmail.com if you are interested!
Valen, an arrogant yet charming wizard prodigy, Brevle, a wise-cracking warrior, Wulard, owns a map (sorry, that’s all he contributes), and Zendra, still unsure if she’s more of a threat to them than the obstacles, must band together, quiet their pessimism, and will their legs to forge through the Path of Fatality simply because a drunken minstrel slurred out a prophecy.
225 pages in total

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The Sixteen Burdens
What if humanity’s great historical figures weren’t just talented—they were supernaturally talented? In this fresh spin on urban fantasy, history’s illustrious leaders, thinkers, warriors, and entertainers all share a secret…and a perilous destiny.
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New Release Urban Fantasy/Paranormal Romance for 99 cents or free on Kindle Unlimited. http://www.amazon.com//dp/B018FE5Z0M Also available in paperback. Doing a Goodreads giveaway starting November 30, so make sure to register!

I am Philip Mcclennan, a writer of Fantasy/Action and Suspense. My debut novel 'Clash Of Worlds' combines the genres of realm Fantasy and Action. It has just been released on Kindle.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0...
Growing up in an orphanage as a boy, James has no memory of his parents. He has always wondered who he truly is. Why was he given up? Where does he come from? And why is he able to do phenomenal things? James possesses remarkable abilities, skills that no other person is capable of. That is, nobody but Chad, another boy he encounters in the orphanage.
The two become inspirable and set out on a quest to discover why it is they can do the things they can do. However their skills do not go unnoticed. After the appearance of a strange man dressed in white, a man who displays the same unearthly skills as they do, James and Chad attempt to track down the mysterious figure. It is a task that proves not so difficult, however the man seems intent on destroying them both.
As James struggles to combat a much superior foe, Chad’s behaviour becomes increasingly erratic. As his past comes back to haunt him, James must not only face a seemingly unbeatable enemy, and contain an increasingly unstable friend, but he must also answer the riddles of a girl in his dreams. This mysterious girl comes from an apparently mystical world, a place that seems somehow familiar.
'Clash Of Worlds' is FREE on Kindle Unlimited or $4.99.

The Shield of Shambala
Stephen: I'd be interested in reading and reviewing your book. My email is gothic.fairy@icloud.com. I'm writing a fantasy novel right now, would you be willing to return the favor and review it form me when(if) it gets finished?

I got the email. I'll start reading tonight. Is there anywhere else besides Goodreads that you would like me to post my review?
Stephen wrote: "I would be happy to return the favor. I will send you both mobi (kindle) and epub versions. Just reply with your book when it's ready."
Would it also be ok if i posted my review on my blog? I just started it, but I'm hoping it will grow over time.
Would it also be ok if i posted my review on my blog? I just started it, but I'm hoping it will grow over time.

My name is Pierre Dimaculangan and I just published my first novel last September. It's a historical fantasy set in Imperial China, Ming Dynasty. I made a book trailer for it as well.
"The Sage, the Swordsman and the Scholars"
Synopsis:
" When enigmatic nonhuman visitors arrive from the sea, the very foundations of the Middle Kingdom are under attack. The evil agenda of these invaders sparks a massive war that will determine the fate of the Ming dynasty and the nations beyond. A legendary swordsman allies himself with a banished Shaolin monk, a defeated bandit chieftain, a carefree Mongol, and an unknown philosopher who knows the only hope for victory. Together, this band of misfits strives to be proven worthy of the impossible task before them. Determined to combat the invaders' initial offensives, they must also repel countless internal enemies who have rallied to bring down the mighty Ming dynasty."
Book Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cyq04...
Many thanks, everyone!


Just a quick note to let you know 2 copies of my book Battle for Three Realms are being given away on Goodreads this month. Please stop by for your chance to win a copy of this paperback.
Thanks and all the best to you.

I need some reviews for my book. So far one person has given it a favorable review but of course that is not enough. Here is the link so you can see what it is about and check out the incredible cover art. I'll happily give away the book in pdf or epub format to anyone willing to review it. Just send me a message and I will get it to you.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017...
A few notes about it. It has a lot of action, violence, and sex. It is in no way intended for young adults. Rather it is for a more mature audience. Anyway, hope to hear from you.
Jared wrote: "Hello all,
I need some reviews for my book. So far one person has given it a favorable review but of course that is not enough. Here is the link so you can see what it is about and check out the i..."
I'd be happy to review your book for you. I'm reviewing another book right now, but I can read yours next if you like. Would it be ok if I were to post the review on my blog as well as Amazon and Goodreads?
And if you could email an ePub version of the book to gothic.fairy@icloud.com I'll start it as soon as I finish the book I'm reading now.
I need some reviews for my book. So far one person has given it a favorable review but of course that is not enough. Here is the link so you can see what it is about and check out the i..."
I'd be happy to review your book for you. I'm reviewing another book right now, but I can read yours next if you like. Would it be ok if I were to post the review on my blog as well as Amazon and Goodreads?
And if you could email an ePub version of the book to gothic.fairy@icloud.com I'll start it as soon as I finish the book I'm reading now.


‘What we don’t know, is why you were running. The Chamber is very keen to find you, so either you stole something from them, or you have information. I suspect the latter. What I need from you today – I think you will find it is very reasonable – is for you to tell me exactly what it is you know, and why you were running from the Chamber. In return, I won’t insert this into your inner thigh.’
Hi everyone,
My name is Cayt Mirra and I have just released my debut novel The Blood Apothecary.
The Blood Apothecary is a Young Adult fantasy novel. It details the journey of Kadence Kreed, a fifteen-year-old girl who becomes the town executioner. Uncovering corruption in the town, Kadence must unravel the mystery of the Apothecary, and learn to fight for her beliefs.
You can get it here:
www.caytmirra.com

My name is Aaron-Michael and I write adult epic/high fantasy. Book I, The Rise of Nazil and Book II, Seed of Scorn. "http://www.amazon.com/Seed-Scorn-Rise..." are currently available.
A little bit about book one...
It was the 75th year of Alberoth when the AsZar summoned the Guardians. There was an imbalance in the lands of Faélondul. The Zaxson, Draizeyn Vereux covered the lands in a pall of darkness. There was a plan to exterminate the infestation in Nazil and beyond, a plan to eradicate the humans.
Led by the priestly cast called the Cha, the Xenophobic Nazilians dominating Faélondul justified their brutalities against the humans. But when the First Chosen of the elite guard of Nazil discovers Brahanu Ravenot lost near the gates of the city, not only his life but also his entire system of beliefs is forever changed. With darkness covering the lands, can love—forbidden, yet eternal—save both humans and Nazilians?
The Rise of Nazil is an adult fantasy novel that takes your breath away. Intricate plotting, intense passion, exciting battles, and complex, challenging characters pull the reader into the mythical world of Faélondul, where powerful ethereal beings wrestle for domination against the brutal Nazilian rulers.
“Aaron -Michael Hall has the uncanny power to weave even the most delicate tapestry of conflict—both within and without—into a deeply moving narrative. A dazzling read, ‘The Rise of Nazil’ is a story that will leave you gripping the edge of your seats. It is an unforgettable tale of love, self-sacrifice and acceptance that will haunt you days after reading it. Begin your journey through the land of Faélondul—and witness how love can transcend race, belief, and deadly prejudice—and lifts away darkness from the lands.”
*This title contains adult content and graphic scenes. For mature readers only.*
The Rise of Nazil series is a diverse and intricate fantasy novels. If you enjoy great world-building, new languages, political intrigue, memorable characters and a great well-told story, Faelondul may be for you.
There is some graphic content. If you are easily offended, this is not the series for you. Thank you! :)
Hello, my name is Evan Dixon. I love writing. I just wrote a book, a novel, called Descent Into Madness. It took me five years to write. I loved writing it, and also I hated writing it. Now it's finished, and I couldn't be more proud of it. You can read it if you'd like.
RYIL: Terry Pratchett, Lemony Snicket, Susanna Clarke.
See here: Descent Into Madness
If you feel so inclined, you can email me at evandixon1024@gmail.com to obtain a free PDF copy of the book, in order to review it on GR and Amazon and assign it one star so that the rest of the world knows how horribly it is written.
That's all!
RYIL: Terry Pratchett, Lemony Snicket, Susanna Clarke.
See here: Descent Into Madness
If you feel so inclined, you can email me at evandixon1024@gmail.com to obtain a free PDF copy of the book, in order to review it on GR and Amazon and assign it one star so that the rest of the world knows how horribly it is written.
That's all!

The book is available here: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Clash-Worlds-...
Here is a little about the book:
Growing up in an orphanage as a boy, James has no memory of his parents. He has always wondered who he truly is. Why was he given up? Where does he come from? And why is he able to do phenomenal things? James possesses remarkable abilities, skills that no other person is capable of. That is nobody but Chad, another boy he encounters in the orphanage.
The two become inseparable and set out on a quest to discover why it is they can do the things they can do. However, their skills do not go unnoticed. After the appearance of a strange man dressed in white, a man who displays the same unearthly skills as they do, James and Chad attempt to track down the mysterious figure. It is a task that proves not so difficult, however, the man seems intent on destroying them both.
As James struggles to combat a much superior foe, Chad’s behaviour becomes increasingly erratic. As his past comes back to haunt him, James must not only face a seemingly unbeatable enemy, and contain an increasingly unstable friend, but he must also answer the riddles of a girl in his dreams. This mysterious girl comes from an apparently mystical world, a place that seems somehow familiar.
If you have any questions about the book at all, feel free to email me at philipmcclennan@outlook.com
Thanks :)

Crossing continents, she finds herself crossing states of being. This college student transcends knowledge limits that she seeks to understand.
Themes: Coming of age, the supernatural, Irish fantasy, blind (disabled) parent, and other personal meanderings.
Locations and characters in the story: Bellingham, Washington, USA; Fairhaven College; Vancouver, Canada; UBC; County Sligo, Ireland; County Wicklow; Dublin; County Kildare; Maynooth University; London, England; Wiliam Butler Yeats; Hozier; Angela Merkel; Irish supernatural beings.
Available from several online retailers, including Active Change Press: https://bekkakingblog.wordpress.com/2...
If you'd be willing to review it on Amazon or Scribd, reply here and I'll send you a review copy (pdf format). A holiday gift for yourself!

Pledges of Honor: Goddess's Honor Book One
PLEDGES OF HONOR, the first book in the Goddess's Honor series, introduces us to Katerin, a wandering circuit healer seeking to avoid both her past and a prophecy that could mean her doom. But when the suicide of a village healer sweeps her into the intrigues of Gods and humans, she has no choice but to face past and prophecy to do what is right. Can Katerin forge an alliance with the dangerously attractive Metkyi, avoid the curses of her destiny, and help restore a hidden leader to her rightful place? Explore this high fantasy story with a non-European setting and strong female characters for something different!

Would it also be ok if i posted my review on..."
Samantha wrote: "Stephen wrote: "I would be happy to return the favor. I will send you both mobi (kindle) and epub versions. Just reply with your book when it's ready."
Would it also be ok if i posted my review on..."
Definitely, and I will put a link to your blog on my webpage.

What if everything we think we know, and how we came to know it, about supernatural beings, is an elaborate farce? What makes a man a monster, and a monster a man?Michael Gilliganson is a young boy living in 1920's Georgia. His small town harbors a 2,000 year old secret that will threaten not only Michael, but those he loves most. When he meets Zoey Bridges, her secrets, and the town's, change Michael's life. Are werewolves really supernatural agents of light, tortured during their tenure on Earth? Is Michael's new friend his ally, or his greatest enemy? When Zoey uses the Badge of Alpha, a powerful device created by the Gods, Michael's life takes a dramatic turn.
KINDLE: http://www.amazon.com/God-Alpha-Sky-T...


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If you are an adult EPIC Fantasy fan (with a touch of dark fantasy), my novel, The Rise of Nazil is available for free today only. It is the first in the series with book II set for a Feb. 1, 2016 release. Visit the lands of Faelondul and delve into an intriguing fantasy world with diverse characters, intricate plots and exciting battles. For you romantics, there is some of that as well. :) Enjoy!
http://www.amazon.com/Rise-Nazil-Secr...


If you are an adult EPIC Fantasy fan (with a touch of dark fantasy), my novel, The Rise of Nazil is available for free today only. It is the first in the series with book II set for a..."
Hello there! My name is Raleigh Daniels Jr and I was wondering whether or not if yu would like to do a read for read?

This sounds interesting.

I sent you a message and thanks! :)

https://www.wattpad.com/197383950-the...
Also the actual eBook is available on the ifria fallen website www.ifriafallen.wix.com/book


My fantasy story, Finders Keepers (90 pages), is now available for 99¢ on Amazon. It’s part of a much bigger story I’ve been writing for a long time. Years ago, Emily Snyder published a different part of the story in her Tower of Ivory magazine (that I still miss). If you like fantasy, Dungeons and Dragons, or Viking or treasure hunting fiction, please check it out and share.
Thanks!!!!!!!
GK Werner

Finders Keepers

My name is Pierre Dimaculangan and I just published my first novel last September. It's a historical fantasy set in Imperial China, Ming Dynasty. I made a book trailer for it as w..."
terrific movie, Pierre. Did you illustrate it yourself?

David Farland has chosen The Feather and the Moon Well as the first novel to promote A David Farland Discovery. As a writing instructor, he has mentored dozens of New York Times bestselling authors, including Brandon Sanderson (Wheel of Time), Brandon Mull (Fablehaven), James Dashner (The Maze Runner), and Stephenie Meyer (Twilight). David is an award winning, NYT best selling author himself.
"In THE FEATHER AND THE MOON WELL, Shean Pao draws upon traditional tales of the fairy realm for inspiration, but creates a world that is uniquely her own. The resulting tale is richly drawn and completely seductive. This is a story that bears reading again and again." --New York Times bestselling fantasy author David Farland.
What an honor and privilege it is, to not only be associated with such a talented writer, but to be supported and encouraged by him as well. WordFire Press will be publishing The Feather and the Moon Well March 28, 2016.
And now, a little about the book:
We Must Live By The Choices We Make--What If Helping Someone Evil Could Free You From An Eternal Prison...
Legend tells of a sorceress, living within a white tower outside of the great city of Ethcabar, who owns a vast hoard of strange and curious items. If you bring her something precious to add to her Collection, she may grant your wish... or curse you.
But no one knows that the Willow Woman also possesses a Moon Well -- an item of immense power. One of its many abilities grants her to see into the future, and thus alter its course.
When she sees an item within the Moon Well, a great flaming feather of incredible beauty that has the ability to free her from her tower-prison, she discovers she will have to create an evil spell for a Nepha-Lord to get it. However, the devastation to the surrounding countryside, its people, and the certainty of her own misery might be too high of a price to pay.
Barbarus is a slave who wishes to be free of his Master, a Nepha-Lord of the sixth hell. He is sent on a journey to gather a rare item for the Willow Woman's spell. The spell his Master desires will bind a Core-Demon to the Nepha Lord's will, and give him terrible power. Barbarus discovers he has choices, and desires of his own. His growing friendship with Anarra, will either bring him release of servitude, or certain death.
Neither Barbarus nor his master know the Willow Woman is hiding secrets of a different kind, and the use of these powers is forbidden by her own people. Will she lose the love of the one man she has come to accept? Will she risk love, friendship and the terrible war she sees within the Moon Well to obtain The Feather?
A story of selfishness, friendship, betrayal, and hope. The Feather and the Moon Well is a magical tale built within the fringe of Irish Mythology. It is the first novel by Shean Pao in the epic series, In the Brilliance of Sun.
http://i2.wp.com/69.89.31.122/~sheanp...


TITLE: The God of Alpha
SERIES: The Sky Titans
BOOK: #1
PLOT: Forget what you know about werewolves;
forget what you know about vampires because what you know about them is entirely false. Michael Gilliganson is an African-American young boy living in a small Georgia town in the late 1920s, unaware that the town he lived in his entire life bore a 2,000 year old secret. After befriending a girl who can transform into a werewolf by using a powerful device called The Badge of Alpha, his life takes a dramatic turn when he faces the greatest danger to not only him....but to the very lives he treasures.
LINKS
AMAZON U.S: http://www.amazon.com/God-Alpha-Sky-T...
AMAZON U.K: http://www.amazon.co.uk/God-Alpha-Sky...
LULU PAPERBACK: http://www.lulu.com/shop/raleigh-dani...
LULU HARDBACK: http://www.lulu.com/shop/raleigh-dani...

My fantasy story, Finders Keepers (90 pages), is now available for 99¢ on Amazon. It’s part of a much bigger story I’ve been writing for a long time. Years ago, Emily Snyder published a ..."
Looks interesting. Congrats!

My fantasy story, Finders Keepers (90 pages), is now available for 99¢ on Amazon. It’s part of a much bigger story I’ve been writing for a long time. Years ago, Emily Snyder..."
Thank you!

My name is E.L. Ervin and I wrote Michael Hanson and the Desolate Woods, a MG Fantasy for all ages. It's book 1 of 8 and will hopefully appeal to those who like Harry Potter and Percy Jackson. Book 2: Michael Hanson and the Misted Ruins is undergoing editing right now and looking to be published within 2 months, so an ARC copy will be available for those who are interested. I'd truly appreciate those who would like to give an honest review. MHDW is on KindleUnlimited and I also can give free copies(PDF, mobi or epub). If interested email me: elervin1087@gmail.com


You have only one part of the Summoning Ring,’ said the dragon to Fianna. ‘And neither the knowledge nor the strength to use it even if it were complete.’
Fianna is the only child of King Stannard and Queen Fiona, and has always expected to become the next Keeper of the Dragon Throne. She exiles herself from the court when her father decides to take a second wife. Recalled to Secondus castle after Stannard’s death, she has to contend with the split loyalties among the royal knights. In desperation, she agrees to summon the dragons to support her claim to the throne. Their challenge sends her to meet them in their Sacred Mountains.
In the woods of the unicorn herd, the Prancer loses his milk-brother to an attack by a dragon. He travels across the human kingdoms to seek the killer, discovering the complexities of human relationships and the delights of ale along the way.
They meet at the Sacred Mountains. And so begins a story of love, friendship — and betrayal.


Conner's Odyssey book 1
When 14-year-old Conner finds himself on Rohwen—a world as dangerous as it is wondrous—he is forced to come to the hard realization that the only chance he has of finding his way home rests in the hands of a fifteen-year-old Rohwenite named Medwin. But Medwin has other plans for him. Lost in a world he knows nothing about, Conner has no choice but to follow Medwin on a journey that, unbeknownst to him, will uncover the truth of his destiny.

I hope you enjoy the first book of my new fantasy series, "Three Wells of the Sea." If you are interested in a review copy, please message me. I can send you a .mobi or .epub file.
Three Wells of the Sea

In celebration of the completion of the cover of my second book in the Hell Holes series, you can download a copy of the first book: Hell Holes: What Lurks Below from Smashwords in your favorite ebook format. Enjoy!
Donald G. Firesmith
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‘Every unknown is a beginning’
Bea lives a simple life residing in a SW London second-hand bookshop. It had been an especially difficult year, first with Bea’s uncle dying, then splitting up with Brandon, her philandering, druggie boyfriend. The shop’s trivial daily conversations, local faces and ordinary calm was all she desired – but that was all about to change.
No-one expects to bump into supernatural beings, let alone two opposing sects of a forgotten race. Bea’s quiet existence turns into turmoil as she slowly starts to unravel a secret past, a lost history in which love, revenge, betrayal, magic, power and karma are not mere cycles of a soul, but a sacred journey upon a web of many possibilities.
The future is not set in stone, and the choices that Bea makes ripple through the cosmos. As the secret unfolds she realises that no matter what form your soul takes there are consequences for your actions in which time has no relevance – we call it karma, they call it Vororbla.
Will she cope with the heartbreak and truths revealed before her?
What would you do if your very existence came into question?
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