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Hi everyone! 👋 I'm Ashley, a fantasy author working on my book Threads of the Forgotten Soul. I've always been drawn to fantasy worlds that feel immersive and rich with history—where the smallest details, like ancient traditions or forgotten legends, make the world feel alive beyond the main plot.For me, it's all about balancing imaginative world-building and relatable characters. I love when authors create unique cultures, landscapes, and magic systems, but still ground everything in emotions and conflicts we can connect with. Some of my favorite examples include the intricate political intrigue in Game of Thrones and the atmospheric depth of The Name of the Wind.
What about you? What elements make a fantasy world truly unforgettable in your eyes? Whether it's the world itself, the magic, or the characters who shape it, I'd love to hear your thoughts!
Feel free to share your favorite fantasy books, and if you're a writer, tell us about your work—I'm always looking for new stories to explore! 😊
Hi, my name is K.D. Rill, and I recently published my debut novel, an urban fantasy called The Tame Ones. It's the first book in a pentalogy, a five book series. While there is magic, is borders on sci-fi, because I try hard to make the magic system understandable, and I think I've succeeded, if my beta/ARC readers were any indication! (yay!) My stories have a tendency toward higher word counts, because my literary home is in epic fantasy. Because of this, I'm a heavy world-builder, but this doesn't mean the character and plot are missing! This story is about witches and their institutionalized indentured servitude as government pawns. The series is called The Witches' War...because in the end, it's about their fight for freedom.
I hope you'll check out and enjoy my first novel! Below, is the blurb for The Tame Ones.
For millennia, magic was sleight-of-hand, imagination, or devil’s work.
Then it was documented, researched, categorized. Yet science still didn’t understand it—because only witches could use it.
And witches were feared.
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Witch Agent Oliver has a secret, and the life he’s carved out for himself depends on keeping it.
With a scarring childhood behind, and an uncertain future ahead, Oliver focuses on the few things in his life that he can control. His goal? To end the criminal activities of Braden Kipling, the man that scarred Oliver in more ways than one.
When another witch—unregistered and out-of-control—forces him to use every magic at his disposal, his secret is exposed to the last two people he wants to know about it.
The one person he cares about most.
And a Wild witch he doesn’t know or trust.
On top of that, his magical awakening comes roaring from his past to ruin his chance at justice.
But worse, despite years of caution, he’s somehow drawn the attention of someone in the shadows of government and magic—who might just steal his future, too.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D348V4PY
Hi there, I'm Lu, a South African indie author who writes about a fantasy world called Fistbump the Sky. I release encyclopedia chapters about this fantasy world on Amazon, but just my luck, South African readers can't access KDP ebooks. So, if you're willing to read and review a short chapter about poisonous plants containing handpainted illustrations, you'll enjoy the first chapter.
FREE until January 30, 2025.
Poisonous Plants of Fistbump the Sky: Chapter One of the Fistbump the Sky Fantasy Encyclopedia
Hi there. I'm a new indie author who writes about a fantasy world called Fistbump the Sky. I recently started publishing fantasy encyclopedia chapters on Amazon.Unfortunately, my country isn't one of the KDP territories, so I can't ask friends and family for reviews. However, I would be forever grateful if you could read the first chapter and leave a review. If you're interested, I will send you a free Kindle version.
Series: Fistbump the Sky
Title: Poisonous Plants of Fistbump the Sky
Poisonous Plants of Fistbump the Sky: Chapter One of the Fistbump the Sky Fantasy Encyclopedia
Xanthus, The WarriorXanthus, The Warrior: Arc II: A Warrior's Return Pt 1
Join Xanthus and his friends on an epic adventure to defeat the evil forces, who plan on exterminating the human race. In a world of magic, war, gods, and monsters alike, the "Seven Warriors" will become legends. Each of the ten installments will take you on another quest in the path of Earth's earliest heroes.
Hi everyone, I am co-author on Forever Lost at Sea - Ryujin Rising along side Anghus Houvouras, Ryujin Rising is a novella to kick of the Forever Lost at Sea Series and we are currently writing the second in the series. https://amzn.eu/d/8XAzLi8
“Until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore, you will not know the terror of being forever lost at sea.” – Charles Cook
Charles Wickham is bored with writing the same old stories for a small-town newspaper and wants to find inspiration for that one story that will make his career. A spur-of-the-moment decision to investigate the mass beaching of a group of whales leads Charles on an adventure that may be more than he bargained for.
After meeting Hideo, the mysterious only survivor of a Japanese whaling ship tragedy, Charles is drawn into a world where the monsters that lurk in the old tales are much more real than anyone would ever believe. Alongside Bess, a woman who defies the expectations of the era , and a Russian sea captain who has lived in the world of folklore and myth for longer than anyone could imagine. The crew hunts and confronts an ancient creature evil lurking in the icy waters of the North Pacific. Charles has found the story that will make him a renowned author… if he survives long enough to write it!
Treasures of the LochsThis is suspenseful YA Christian fiction, involving a modern-day treasure hunt in Scotland, with a bit of supernatural thrown in. Blending historical fact and Scottish legend within an action-packed adventure, Treasures of the Lochs is an exciting, powerful story of faith, friendship, and redemption. The target audience is teenage and above (some parts would be too intense for younger readers). This book is a 2024 NIEA Finalist in Religion Fiction. It also hit Amazon#1 New Release for Christian Fantasy. I hope you’ll check it out.
Hi, everyone. I'm a self-published fantasy writer and I just published my first book. It is available for free on Amazon unlimited. The False King: The Chronicles of Luminor
"Why would a king jump into the void to save a commoner he never talked to? And how did he know her name?"
When one of the chains that anchors the Sky Kingdom of Sehera to the Lowlands suddenly snaps, part of the island sinks into the void along with Hope, the daughter of an ambassador from the Eikland Desert. Saved from a fatal fall by Alcor, the last Dragon King, she is forced to play a key role in the battle for power between the crowns.
On her journey to help Alcor return to his throne in the Sky, she will have to face the traitors, closer than ever, and her strange and unexplainable feelings for the King, who seems to hide part of the truth from her.
Why did he save her? And is he really the last Dragon?
The False King is a fantasy novel with a dash of romance, that will transport you to a world of magic, where dragons rule the world and appearances are deceiving.
"He pauses, then looks at me out of the corner of his eye. "I don't need anyone else."
And that's the last thing I hear him say, before a searing pain shoots through my head and I fall to the ground. All the memories stored in the recess of my mind finally resurface, unfolding before my eyes in chaotic order. The chalice of strange tasting wine and our first meeting in the Gorm Forest. The child, the parties, the taste of poison on my lips.
And the knife in my hand, plunging into the King's heart."
I am a passionate children's book author who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, educate, and entertain young minds. With a deep love for creativity and a knack for weaving imaginative tales, I have dedicated my writing to nurturing a sense of wonder and curiosity in children of all ages. My recent book series "Adventure of Lilly Woods" A Fantasy & Fiction Short Story for Children.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DWB81BG5
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
Dear booklovers aged 16 and up! Alb I: Story of Eura is now available!
Science Fiction Fantasy.
A tale of machines and magic, of fear and power, of love and revenge. ALB I: STORY OF EURA
Eura is just a child when she is taken by the “Basilisk”, an ominous creature of immense power who has dominion over the galaxy.
Growing up in his world of unchecked might and nonexistent consequences, Eura finds herself increasingly tormented by strange, recurring nightmares, by unresolved doubts and a dark prophecy.
One day, the unimaginable happens—something not even the Basilisk can stop.
And a tumultuous quest for magic, love and power unfolds—in a faraway land, where Camelot Castle stands enthroned on Mount Avaloss, and long-buried secrets are waiting to be woken…
Hey everyone!!! I'm 17 and my dream is for people to read my book.I don't know how many will be included in the series but the first is titled Winged Sword and it is about "a guy named Aeyden who participates in games, held each millennium, where Immortals fight to die and break the curses that have plagued their families for centuries.
As an Immortal, his Mortal girlfriend just got killed and has been consumed by grief for the past eight centuries before the games arrived.
He has one goal: Die and join her.
But fate has other things planned for Aeyden."
It would mean the world to me if you follow me and show interest in my book. I've been working very hard on it and still am and I really hope that you'll like it once it gets published.
Treasures of the LochsThis is suspenseful YA Christian fiction, involving a modern-day treasure hunt in Scotland, with a bit of supernatural thrown in. Blending historical fact and Scottish legend within an action-packed adventure, Treasures of the Lochs is an exciting, powerful story of faith, friendship, and redemption. This book is a 2024 NIEA Finalist in Religion Fiction. It also hit Amazon#1 New Release for Christian Fantasy. I hope you’ll check it out.
Chronicles of the Enchanted Vanguard's second book will be out soon! This exciting new book, Young Anastrina and Companions, follows the epic trip that began in the first book, Seraphina and the Divine Mandate. Seraphina set out on her mission to protect the Divine Mandate and bring order back to the world. Now the story is about Anastrina, a young fighter who has a strong link to great forces from the past. In order to save their world from destruction, Anastrina and her friends must face new enemies, find out hidden facts, and use their amazing skills. But before Anastrina turned into Seraphina's hated enemy, she was a fighter with a cause, a leader who had to deal with shady relationships, and a friend to people who would later turn against her. The reader follows Anastrina's rise through this book as she fights against evil forces, betrayals in politics, and her own growing desire for power.This book adds to the first book's rich world-building and complex character growth, making it even more interesting. It also introduces readers to a new group of memorable characters. Young Anastrina and Companions is a fantasy and adventure book with a story that is full of action, emotional depth, and turns you won't see coming.
Remember the date: Young Anastrina and Companions comes out on March 18, 2025!
Young Anastrina and Companions: Chronicles of the Enchanted Vanguard
Seraphina and the Divine Mandate: Chronicles of the Enchanted Vanguard
Hello everyone! I was hoping to get some honest reviews for two different books, you can choose. Both are Romantic fantasies with adventure and some spice! I'll leave the two blurbs below and a link for each book! Sedna's Anchor by Narcissus Blue
BLURB: Beneath the frozen depths are whispers of lore...
Ahnah's world is shattered when her son is abducted by a creature from her grandmother's haunting tales — the Qalupalik. Fueled by love and unyielding courage, she plunges into a perilous realm where myths and legends come alive. Just when hope seems lost, her son is returned by someone she believed was gone forever—her first love. Now, faced with the pain of the past and the spark of rekindled romance, Ahnah must join forces with him and a powerful sea goddess. Together, they embark on a daring quest to destroy the Qalupalik and unravel an insidious plan that has already been set in motion.
This book is a sweet short story, with adventure, MERMAIDS and a little spice!
Sedna's Anchor is the first book in a series of urban legend romances. Each book will be a standalone and can be read out of order. This book is my interpretation of two Inuit urban legends- the Qalupalik and Sedna the sea goddess.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFX6X7RG
Chasing Souls- To the Underworld and Back for You (RELEASES MARCH 14TH)
BLURB: Lost Soul
I’ve wandered unseen for so long, trapped between life and death, that I’d almost forgotten what it meant to be whole- until him. A soul-eater with a deal too tempting to refuse. In exchange for killing the witch who owns him, I get my body back. Simple. But nothing ever is. Even in flesh, I can’t walk away. He’s still bound, his soul lost to the underworld, and against all reason, I choose to help him. Because somehow, in all this madness, I think I’ve found what I was missing.
Soul Eater
I’ve never feared the dark. I've been a part of it for as long as I can remember. Killing to survive, bound to a master who steals what little I have left. But then she comes, a wildfire in the night, a lost soul who makes me yearn for something more. When she gets her body back, she should run. Leave me to my fate. But she doesn’t. She stays. And now we stand at the gates of Yomi, where gods and monsters wait, where the price of my soul may be more than either of us can pay.
The underworld doesn’t let go easily. How far will we go for each other? And when faced with the impossible- will we survive it?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DZVBQSXM
Both are available on Kindle Unlimited! Thanks so much❤️
Greetings! My epic, D&D-Inspired fantasy novel, Relentless Blades is FREE now until March 21. Check it out!Relentless Bladeswww.amazon.com/dp/B0DCWVJX7Q
GET IT WHILE IT'S FREE!
Russell wrote: "Greetings! My epic, D&D-Inspired fantasy novel, Relentless Blades is FREE now until March 21. Check it out!Relentless Bladeswww.amazon.com/dp/B0DCWVJX7Q
GET IT WHILE IT'S FREE!"
Russell,
I'll check it out and congrats on publishing your book!
-Remington
Hello! I am a new author and published my first novella about 2 months ago. If you love fantasy/adventure with twists, turns, and magic, please check out Of Fate and Fire on Amazon!https://a.co/d/2uQBdam
Un Cordial saludo y gracias por la invitacion !
The Temptation Project: Demons' DiscordHi All—I wanted to share with you that my second novel, The Temptation Project: Demons’ Discord will be released by Between The Lines Publishing on April 29th. The Temptation Project Series is a collection of three urban fantasy novels that are centered around a snarky and conniving demon who struggles with a hidden streak of empathy. Although her narration is usually comical and irreverent, she has moments of keen insight. If you’d like more information, feel free to visit my website at https://lkwhiteauthor.com. I’d love to hear your feedback about these stories!
Hi everyone! I’m Andhony Torres-Luna, a Panamanian author and lifelong mythology fan. I’m excited to share my debut novel:The Fragments We Keep: The Architect of Ruin
🌀 When a mysterious envelope arrives, seven strangers are pulled into a global hunt for ancient relics tied to a forgotten celestial war.
Each artifact brings them closer to unlocking a powerful truth—
...and further into the darkness that has always lived within them.
💥 Mythpunk meets dark ensemble drama
🌍 Global mystery, ancient sites, and slow-burn character arcs
📚 For fans of The Da Vinci Code, The Secret History, and The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle
If you enjoy books that blur the lines between myth and modernity, I’d love for you to check it out and let me know what you think.
Let’s connect! I’m also on social media @towersmoon (Instagram & X).
Thanks for welcoming new authors into the space—looking forward to discovering your books too!
Hello everyone, I’m Paisley, a fantasy author relatively new to Goodreads, but excited to extend my passion for sharing immersive worlds and realms with fellow book enthusiasts. My primary genre of interest is fantasy, where I introduce tales of adventure, magic, and mystery. I’d love to connect with readers and writers who share my enthusiasm for fantasy literature and explore the endless possibilities within this genre.
Elisabeth wrote: "Hi, everyone. I'm a self-published fantasy writer and I just published my first book. It is available for free on Amazon unlimited. The False King: The Chronicles of Luminor
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Congrats on getting your book out there! I hope there is a second one coming soon.
Remington A. Frost
Andhony wrote: "Hi everyone! I’m Andhony Torres-Luna, a Panamanian author and lifelong mythology fan. I’m excited to share my debut novel:The Fragments We Keep: The Architect of Ruin
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Congrats on publishing! Keep writing!
-Remington
Remington wrote: "Andhony wrote: "Hi everyone! I’m Andhony Torres-Luna, a Panamanian author and lifelong mythology fan. I’m excited to share my debut novel:[book:The Fragments We Keep: The Architect of Ruin|231049..."
Thank you and for sure I have many more things in mind, more than anything I am eager to improve through feedback so I am looking forward for anything anybody wants to recommend!
Please let me know if you would like me to share anything!
Hello everyone! My name is Victor Lockwood. I am a self-publishing author, digital artist and web designer and I just published my debut novel, Empire of Ravens, which is available for free in Kindle Unlimited!“There will be no Gods in this quest for absolution...”
With this ominous prophecy and the Gods deep in slumber, the Crow sends Valora Rhen—the Lightwielder—into a quest to stop the threat of the Dark Coven, a sect of evil witches aiming to summon their wicked god to sunder the world and bring its inhabitants to their knees. To prevent this calamity from unfolding, the Lightwielder embarks on a journey with Dinah White—a fenirian witch eager to prove herself to her race, Nathan—a runaway bard with a secret that has caught the Coven’s eye, and Kairo Zunae—a charming merchant faring from the far city of Fuertelibre.
Will they manage to lift the veil of mystery around the Dark Coven and its elusive Matriarch?
Will they outsmart the manipulative hand that seems to always be one step ahead of them?
Empire of Ravens is a high fantasy story that delves into the world of Fenirion and it's struggles against a sect of witches known as the Dark Coven. It incorporates classical fantasy elements and focuses on worldbuilding and character development.
I do have some art and maps on my website, but I'm not sure if it is okay to post the link here!
Hello,I'm B.L. Mostyn, a new indie author who has just released my debut novel, Heroes of Another Age: A Guardian Prequel, a YA Epic Fantasy, set in the world of Eris. Check out the description below:
If you were asked to save a distant city from an unknown, all-consuming darkness―that will almost certainly kill you―it'd kind of make you wonder: who would want to be a hero?
Aaron loves the life he's got. It's just him, his twin brother Aton, and their mother living atop a picturesque mountaintop, herding sheep, and hiding the fact that they're all werewolves. The humans down below don't care much for shifters, and they'd like Aaron even less if they knew he also had magical powers. But as long as they stay hidden, they're safe.
After a tragic accident, Aaron and Aton learn of a looming catastrophe in the east―and that it's their destiny to stop it. Aton is eager to embrace the call to adventure. He's always been the stronger, braver brother. But Aaron isn't so sure.
Trekking through snow-covered mountains and shadowy forests filled with vicious, unrelenting demons, Aaron begins to question if he'll even survive the journey―let alone face the sinister force that awaits.
Can Aaron's fledgling magic and Aton's warrior strength stand against the darkness? Or will they be swallowed by it? Fate may have chosen them―but when dragons and gods enter the fray, how can two brothers hope to defy destiny?
If you enjoy His Dark Materials, you won't want to miss Heroes of Another Age by B.L. Mostyn―an epic fantasy full of magic, monsters, and myth.
I recently self-published a book titled "Sarian Dreams" on Amazon.This book follows the main character Zach as he tries to traverse the work week while having the most peculiar dreams about an alien home world. Each night he dreams and learns more about this world that he now finds himself apart of. If you read this far, click the link and hop on over to Amazon to get your copy. Thanks
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2Q5Y22T
Hello everyone,I write movies, video games, and books. I've been a professional writer for almost 30 years, but I'm pretty new to fiction. I have two books out, but am very much learning as I go, including Goodreads.
My novella, Majordomo, just won the SFINCS championship. My debut novel, Jester, just launched last week. I'm hoping to chat, learn, make new friends, maybe find a few good reads and even a few readers.
https://www.amazon.com/Jester-Tim-Car...
Hey everyone!My name's Haya Rizwan, and i'm author of Letifer Odyssey(not yet published so you wouldn't know), and i'm writing a story about this girl named Aurelia, who is the daughter of the Goddess Nyx, and who has powers to control the night and darkness. She and her friends have to strep up their game as they train for an ultimate showdown between she and her mother's long standing enemy.
Hey Goodreads Authors, My name is Sylvia. I'm a lifelong fantasy and sci-fi nerd, award-winning ghostwriter, and now, indie author! I craft stories full of fantastical worldbuilding and character-driven plots. With a passion for complex characters, inclusive casts, and diving deep into the emotional core of every story, I write to captivate and challenge readers.
I recently published my debut novel: The Serpent's Chains: https://www.amazon.com/Serpents-Chain...
Synopsis:
Sabine thought being sold as a magical slave was the worst thing that could happen—until a fearsome dragon chose her.
Claimed by Prince Cole, the ruthless War Dragon and heir to the throne, Sabine braces for cruelty. But behind the brutal exterior lies a man at odds with the future forced upon him and a dragon with plans of his own.
As dangerous magic stirs in the east and royal pressure builds, Sabine and Cole are drawn together in a bond neither expected that could change everything.
Perfect for fans of slow-burn romantic fantasy, reluctant royalty, and dragons with secrets.
"A character-driven romantic fantasy with slow-burn tension, political stakes, and just the right amount of heat for fans of A Song of Ice and Fire, Fourth Wing, and Firborne."
Hello, thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. I'm an author of Epic Fantasy Thriller books. I'm currently writing my second series and am on book #4 of the "Timothy Tibb" Series. I'm happy to answer questions or comments.
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The first four books are:
Timothy Tibb and the Journey for Judy's Justice
Timothy Tibb and the Quest through the Magic Tunnel
Timothy Tibb and the Rise of the Yellow Robes
Timothy Tibb and the Ashes of Ambition
They are at
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPDRFWRL
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This is a description of the series:
An unforgettable journey through magic, danger, and destiny.
Timothy Tibb always thought he was just a regular young man—until the day someone murdered reporter Judy Nguyen, and a strange group of flyers arrived at his crumbling mansion revealing secrets that would change his life forever.
In this epic fantasy thriller series, Timothy and his friends discover two connected worlds: the modern one we know, and a strange, magical world ruled by powerful forces. With the help of his loyal team—Penelope, Nichelle, Barton, Alexander, Catherine, Dennis, Mason, and Jade—Timothy steps into a battle that stretches across centuries.
On one side stands Tatiana, a mysterious priestess who began her rise to power in 401 AD. Over time, she built a secret army of followers called the Yellow Robes, fought against popes and kings, and learned to control people through fear, magic, and eternal life. On the other side lurks The Great One, ruler of a hidden realm beyond a magical tunnel, who uses addiction and illusions to control her people and punish those who resist.
As Timothy unlocks his own magical gifts—including the power of flight and a deep spiritual intuition—he must face dangers that threaten not just his life, but the entire world. From hijackings in the desert to hidden prisons in the mountains, from ancient relics to secret government agents, the fight becomes more personal with each step. Enemies grow bolder, secrets grow darker, and the line between good and evil blurs.
By book three, readers also get a glimpse into Tatiana’s mountain prison, where captured flyers live in comfort—but without hope. Surrounded by luxury yet trapped forever, they face a slow, endless despair. Meanwhile, in the present, Timothy questions whether power could tempt him as well. And what if the oracles are wrong? What if he becomes the greatest threat of all?
With twelve books planned in the series, The Timothy Tibb Epic Fantasy Thriller promises intense battles, heart-pounding twists, magical lore, and the deep friendships that remind us why some people are worth fighting for.
The war is growing. The skies are no longer safe. And the Chosen One has only just begun.
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This is the "About the Author" I have posted on my author profile:
Timothy L. Drobnick Sr. is an author with a mind that has never stopped spinning stories. From childhood to adulthood, his imagination has shaped his journey in extraordinary ways, leading him to become a writer of thrilling fiction and epic fantasy.
As a child, Timothy often found himself in trouble at school—not for misbehaving, but for “not paying attention.” While teachers thought he was distracted, the truth was far more interesting—he was lost in the stories unfolding in his mind, tales far more captivating than the lessons on the blackboard. This natural storytelling ability would later define his career.
In 1995, Timothy’s life took a sudden and profound turn when he became a single parent of three children overnight. Prioritizing his role as a father, he made the hard decision to leave his business in order to raise his children. But with the need to provide for them, he turned to writing. He began crafting short stories and sharing them via email, building a loyal readership. At the bottom of each story, he placed ads for products he created at home. Before long, his mailing list grew, and the sales from his products allowed him to support his family—all while being fully present for his children.
By 2018, with years of storytelling behind him, Timothy set out to write the story of his life—but with a twist. Given the strange events and extraordinary experiences he had lived through, he transformed his personal journey into a true, thrilling series, even better than fiction. This endeavor became a seven-book saga, beginning with Rescued by Ghosts, which has earned over four hundred ratings and maintains an impressive overall rating above four stars.
Now, Timothy is embarking on his most ambitious project yet: an Epic Fantasy Thriller series. Inspired by a vivid dream that has unfolded in his mind over decades, he is crafting a world where fantasy and suspense collide in ways that only his imagination can conceive.
Through every twist and turn of life, Timothy L. Drobnick Sr. has continued to do what he does best—tell stories that captivate, thrill, and transport readers into worlds beyond their own.
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🌟 Exciting News, Dear Readers! 🌟My new book, The Chronicles of Beauty: Sherina, The High Priestess, is finally out! ✨
https://a.co/d/bmFhEpA
It’s the first book in a magical new fantasy series set in a realm far beyond our galaxy, where magic is a way of life, courage is a daily choice, and love and loyalty shape destiny.
This is Sherina’s journey: a princess, a high priestess, and a fearless protector of her kingdom on the planet Azura. With only her inner magic, unshakable courage, and deep love for her friends, Sherina must face terrifying beasts and the ruthless Lizarian warlord, Barush. Will she save those she loves? Will she stand against the darkness and prevail?
If you’ve ever fought silent battles, overcome the odds, or are still walking through fire, this story is for you. May it remind you of your own strength and the power that already lives inside you. ✨
This series is my love letter to the fighters, the dreamers, the believers. I began writing it after surviving a life-threatening illness; bedridden, with only the vivid world of Sherina and Beauty playing through my mind like a film. I made a promise to myself, as I healed for my newborn son and husband, that I would share this story with the world. And now, here it is.
💫 Book 2, Beauty: The Lizarian Warrior, is on its way, and I can’t wait to take you further into the journey!
To all you beautiful Goodreads heroes: believe in your own magic, and you will light up this world. Together, we can change it; one magical book at a time.
If you enjoy Sherina’s story, please consider leaving an Amazon review and following me on my Amazon Author Page so you’ll be the first to know when the next book is released and the first to grab those exclusive promotions.
With love and stardust,
Teresa M Wilkins
The Chronicles of Beauty: Sherina, The High Priestess
Hello everyone,When you have a moment, please check this out for free on KINDLE.
A blade is drawn with intent. Kaydee walks a path more ancient than the one his horse trod on in the forest. The prince of Kendi commands the royal guard. It's one of many things about the secluded kingdom, that is different from their neighbours. His uncles had done same before him in order to shield their house. However the ring of mountains on which their kingdom's safety depends, does not shield them from internal strife.
Someone in the palace has caused the attention of foreigners to be drawn to Kendi. Assassins are now crawling all over the kingdom, looking for weaknesses in their defences. They have discovered Kendi's secret and will surely return with thousands more men, if they escape the clutches of the mountain kingdom.
The prince is a blade wildered with an iron will by head the palace guard, his uncle. With the immediate threat seemingly over, they must all find out, how much damage had been done to their lives. Change has come, and there are more dangers for Kendi.
Kendi must face this new world. The prince must become more than a commander, and the man must be more than a blade.
Hi everyoneMy new Fantasy Novel has just been published, The Chronicles of Beauty; Sherina, The High Priestess.
I am so excited!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FFF13DC9?...
Hey there! My name is Narcissus Blue and this is my seventh novel. I've written five adult books and two children's books under a different pen name❤️ I'd love it if you check out my books and leave a review if you feel moved to.The Sky Was Never Quiet
Released July 20th, 2025! Will be available on Kindle
They say grief changes you.
Xiomara knows it’s true—because grief didn’t just break her. It cursed her.
In a quiet Texas town where the wind hums with old magic, Xiomara has lived in the shadows for years, haunted by a tragedy no mother should endure—and a curse she brought upon herself. Marked by the spirit of La Lechuza, the owl-witch of legend, she walks a tightrope between this world and the next, between guilt and survival.
When fate drags her back into the orbit of the man responsible for her son’s death, Xiomara expects vengeance. What she doesn’t expect... is grace. Or the possibility that love could still find her.
But curses are not broken without cost.
As her body begins to unravel and time slips through her fingers like smoke, Xiomara must face what she's spent years the truth, the pain—and the sacrifice it will take to be free.
Sometimes, healing looks like forgiveness.
Sometimes, it looks like sacrifice.
And sometimes… it looks like feathers falling from an empty sky.
A gothic slow-burn romance steeped in folklore, faith, and the weight of generational pain, The Sky Was Never Quiet is a lyrical tale of mothers and monsters, sorrow and second chances—and the fierce, fragile power of love to lead us home.
Content Warning
The Sky Was Never Quiet contains themes and depictions of depression, generational trauma, the loss of a child, sexual assault, and the death of loved ones. This story walks through the shadows of grief and suffering, and while it holds space for hope and healing, it does not shy away from the darker realities many endure.
Please read with care. Your well-being matters
5 Star review from Readers Favorite is a big thing, right?Hi everyone, my debut fiction novel NAMUH Book 1: The Awakening has just received a 5 star review from Readers Favorite so I thought I would share.
Reviewed by Eric Ferrar for Readers' Favorite
Desmond Knipe's Namuh, Book 1: The Awakening takes place in a
futuristic world where human disconnection and environmental
issues are common, recurring trends. The story focuses on Michael,
Tara, Brahma, Apollo, and Sophia: five strangers from different
countries around the world who share a unique psychic ability. Each
protagonist is psychically drawn to an ancient Kauri tree found in
New Zealand, but none of them seems to know why. As they
gradually become acquainted with each other, they discover their
true purpose. They are destined to guide humankind through a
revolutionary spiritual change that could change the outcome of the
entire universe itself. This unusual group, Namuh, must work
together, master their skills, and face the forces that threaten the
human race.
Desmond Knipe has a talent for creative writing! He skillfully
merges spiritual philosophy with futuristic ideas in a way that feels
inventive and original. This book does a compelling job of
portraying complex psychological concepts while still holding the
reader's attention. I am impressed by the amount of thought that
went into the characters’ histories and story arcs. Characters like
Michael, Brahma, and Apollo bring intensity and emotional variety
to the plot in a way that never feels overstated, but adds heart to
the storyline. If books like The Four Agreements and A New Earth
"speak" to you on a profound level, this book will readily do the
same. The pacing is moderate, with a well-timed blend of soul
searching and critical thinking. Overall, if you prefer narratives that
exercise your mind, Namuh, Book 1: The Awakening is the right
novel for you.
Hi everyone!I’m Theron Lysandros. Years ago, I wrote my first two books in English—What the Crystal Could Not Hold and The Crystal Debt. They were born out of that raw, uncertain energy you only get when you’re writing for survival, not for an audience. They’re not perfect, but I poured everything I had into them at the time. Looking back, I see every flaw—and every bit of heart.
What the Crystal Could Not Hold: Even broken, the crystal remembers is a dark fantasy about a group of mages who pay for magic with memories. Every spell costs them a piece of who they are, and what’s left is both beautiful and devastating.
The Crystal Debt: Where memory burns brighter than fire. explores what happens when loyalty, power, and sacrifice collide. As old bonds break and the past refuses to stay buried, the price of remembering becomes as dangerous as forgetting.
I’m always searching for new dark fantasy to read, and I love discovering books where memory, loss, and identity are as important as magic. If you feel the same, let’s connect!
Would love to hear about your own favorite fantasy novels (especially the gritty, emotional ones), or anything you’ve written that you’re proud of—or terrified to share.
Hello there, if you're looking for a young adult dark fantasy, you can check it here It's for free until July 27 :https://www.amazon.com/epic-ancients-...
Two broken teenagers fight against a cult in a Oregon´s town
Hi! My name is Gemma Ray, and Rusalochka’s True Tale is my latest book. A dark fairy tale born of Slavic folklore, woven with love, sorrow, and the kind of choice that costs everything.🧜♀️ Rusalochka’s True Tale
📅 Available now in Kindle Unlimited
https://amoz.onl/3ip
📖 Print edition coming next week
The Little Mermaid you know? That’s not the full story.
My Rusalochka isn’t the sea king’s daughter. She’s the child of a forest spirit and a human. She has a soul — a rare gift, and for some, a curse.
Her story isn’t about wanting to be human. It’s about being torn between two worlds — and unwanted by both.
She was born from love — forbidden and fragile. Raised among spirits who whisper through leaves and streams that sing of memory.
But a soul isn’t just light. It’s pain, it’s choice, and it’s sacrifice.
If you enjoy books like The Wolf and the Woodsman, The Bronze Horseman, or stories laced with ancient curses and the scent of deep forest magic — give Rusalochka a chance.
And if something in it stirs something in you — I’d be honored to hear what you felt.
Thanks for reading. This tale means a lot to me. Maybe it’ll mean something to you too.
This is for those of you that love traditional epic fantasy. My name is Nathanael Bazzell and I recently released my first novel The Binding of the Twelve. The Binding of the Twelve“All the grandeur of Tolkien, but with a special kind of philosophical curiosity that gives us a world as textured as it is immense. I'd highly recommend it to fantasy readers who long for epic storytelling grounded in rich characters and deeper meaning" - K.C. Finn, for Readers' Favorite
For two millennia, the Keepers have hoarded ancient knowledge, believing it too dangerous for the world. But as a new threat arises, old ideas must be challenged. A forgotten empire hungers for conquest, and an ancient evil stirs, seeking revenge.
Rumors of Pieces—powerful magic stones—and a foreboding prophecy circulate in the shadows, reaching Fife, a young and gifted Keeper of Wisdom. A new Twelve must be bound, and it is up to him to search the kingdoms of men'ar, alv'ar, and delv'ar to locate companions courageous and determined enough to thwart this new coalition of ancient enemies.
Will Fife be able to weave doubt, fear, and old divisions into hope… or will the world fall into darkness for one final time?
The Binding of the Twelve is a fast-paced, immersive Epic Fantasy novel, which features heart-stopping sword fighting action, an exciting new twist to traditional magic worlds, memorable fantastic beasts, epic battles, and unforgettable world-building, reminiscent of classic fantasy series, like Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time and JRR Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings. The riveting Chronicles of the Orphan King series continues soon with The Forging of the Twelve…
“The Teller, the Herder, the Trickster, the Tender, the Thief, the Mendicant that knows too much, two Gad’riyel, two delv’ar Scouts, and two Companions. Twelve you shall be . . .”
Pick up a copy on Amazon today.
Hey everyone,My name is Bryce, and I'm a lifelong fantasy reader who finally finished writing a novel I've been working on for way too long.
Eternity's End: The Call of Zeil'Galia
Book 1 of 3
I love character-driven stories that dig into the messy stuff - ego, control, what people do when they're backed into a corner. The kind of fantasy that doesn't shy away from exploring the human condition but still remembers to be an adventure.
Growing up reading Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and Game of Thrones definitely shaped how I think about storytelling. I wanted to write something that captures that wonder we all felt discovering magic for the first time, but aimed at adults who can handle complexity. It's completely original, but if you loved those books, you might catch yourself feeling a little nostalgic while reading - hopefully in a good way.
Eternity's End: The Call of Zeil'Galia follows characters dealing with betrayal, hidden identities, and the kind of power that costs more than you realize. Without spoiling anything, I'll just say the line between hero and villain gets blurry, and the choices our characters have to make aren't easy ones.
I'm here because I genuinely love talking about new worlds and characters. If this sounds like something you'd be into, I'd appreciate you adding Eternity's End to your Goodreads shelf. Always happy to answer questions about the writing process or whatever else.
Thanks for reading.
Bryce
Hi, I’m Dele, a freelance writer from Nigeria. I just published my first book, a blend of fantasy and sci-fi.
It's about a world bitterly divided by class, and only Dagen, the mysterious energy that flows through all life, keeps the strained peace - until Emperor Gaiju Arveine imposes a cruel tax enforced by brutal violence, sparking open rebellion and setting off a wave of unexpected, yet inevitable consequences, changing the world forever.
You can find it here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FFV4CYB9
Hello fellow readers!I am C. De Koninck, the author of Monsters of Camp Erehwon (2023 Nautilus Book Awards Silver, YA Sci/Fi) and its sequel Ghosts of Camp Erehwon. I am an autistic author from Central Michigan, and hard at work on the third book of the series. If any of you are familiar with me or my stories feel free to reach out or ask questions!
If you haven't been to Camp Erehwon before I invite you to join me and Danny Castle on his adventure to summer camp. In his effort to escape his bullies at home, Danny embarks on a wonderfully familiar trip to camp. A sudden illness brings a terrible truth to him. Instead of the north woods Danny is stranded on an alien world surrounded by monsters!
A humor and suspense filled tale of personal growth, discovery, friendship, and forgiveness set in a vibrant environment. The series will follow Danny from his teens into adulthood as he grapples with his own disability and what it means to be a hero.
Bring snacks. Leave the bug spray behind.
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Vincent wrote: "This folder is for readers and writers of fantasy fiction.
Welcome! Please post your books or leave a comment!"
Hi Vincent... My name is Patrick Cirillo. I am a long-time screenwriter who has written the movie "Tears of the Sun" with Bruce Willis and many others.
More recently, I have become a novelist. I'd like to introduce people to my novel LORA: Artificial Intelligence Just Got Real... And She's Lovely. It's a very funny science fiction story about a shy man named Kenton Bean, who is seeking connection and love. A failure with women, he decides to be among the first to purchase LORA, a beautiful android infused with AI technology.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9HT4SSN
His timing couldn't be worse as he and LORA are thrust into the center of the revolution between mankind and AI. Many believe she is a threat to the future of mankind. Kenton believes she just might be the only one who can save it.
It's a timely novel that defies expectation. It is not a male fantasy and it is not a bad robot movie. It's deeper and more complex, and hopefully, proves prescient.
The book has sold very well for an independently published novel, but it deserves even greater readership. The reviews have been stellar. I hope people here will give it a chance. Read the sample and you'll be hooked.
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Hello Vincent,
My name is Patrick Cirillo and I have been a screenwriter with credits including the hit movie "Tears of the Sun" starring Bruce Willis and "Homer & Eddie" which won the Best Picture Award at the San Sebastián Film Festival.
More recently, I have been writing novels and my newest one is a fantasy called "Extraordinary Souls." It's a deliciously twisted tale of a dysfunctional family of Extraordinary Souls (witches) living in contemporary Los Angeles.
https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-...
https://www.patrickcirillo.com
Everyone in the family, and even many of those associated with it, have their own agenda and none of them can be trusted.
The patriarch, Gordon Wyllt, has ambitions to change the world, but to make it happen, he must first survive the dysfunction of his own family. These are people who will do anything to protect themselves and the secret society of those like them that are spread across the globe.
It's a brand new book with few reviews, but my previously published novels have plenty to suggest that you can expect a quality read.
I hope readers will give it a chance. They won't be disappointed.
Sincerely,
Patrick Cirillo
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If you're looking for a D&D-inspired Epic Fantasy with deep world building, terrifying monsters, cool magic, detailed combat and nuanced characters with true emotional depth, check out Relentless Blades!Relentless Blades
It's free if you have Kindle Unlimited.
Here are just a few of the comments from readers:
"Just reading the first page will get any lover of fantasy hooked on the story and beg for more." - The Book Review Crew (Mary)
"If you like Dungeons & Dragons, cool fights that are dynamic, banter, and so much more, this book is for you." - SFFInsiders (Jonathan Putnam)
"One of my favourite aspects of this novel was the emotional depth, as the author timed these moments masterfully. They really struck a chord with me, especially moments of grief and reflection, which revealed the depth of these characters, making them more than just stereotypical heroes." - Khan Book Reviews
"Beyond the very well-written action scenes and suspenseful fights, where this book really stands out is in tackling noble virtues like altruism, courage, and kindness but in ways that feel very organic within the story and not forced into the narrative." - Virtual Pulp (Infamous)