Jay Tallsquall

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Jay Tallsquall (he/him) has always been a storyteller. Whether it be ghost stories by bonfires, building theatrical props and sets, costuming as superheroes, or running massive TTRPG campaigns, telling a tale has always been at the center of Tallsquall's life. Set against his fantastical worlds with deep lore, he crafts intimate personal stories focusing on relationships and how they mold people and the world around them.

Tallsquall is proudly a homoaesthetic asexual but, as many older ace folks, did not have an identity to match his experience until later in life. He quietly and privately lived his truth until realizing how important it was to bring visibility to the ace community. All his stories are LGBTQIA+ inclusive but try to highlight
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Jay Tallsquall I am a morning writer. Coffee some good fantasy music soundtrack playing and just jump into the world I am writing about.
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An excellent debut novel from an exciting new author!

Hart weaves a fast-paced tale full of twists, intrigue, and quirky small-town charm. An easy read with colorful prose and plenty of surprises. My only very minor complaint would be that I would hav
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Legacy of the Vermillion Blade by Jay Tallsquall
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Legacy of the Vermillion Blade by Jay Tallsquall
"This novel tells a story across the years of a man's life. Talon comes from a family with a curse. When he is in his teens he meets a boy that comes as an apprentice to one of servants in his home and falls in love. Though circumstances, with the cur" Read more of this review »
Promise of the Betrayer's Dagger by Jay Tallsquall
""We all cause pain, sometimes. Even when we don't mean to. But the joy and happiness you give so freely and bring to all those around you is the reason why you are loved, Osman."

Jay Tallsquall has once again written a beautiful story filled with such" Read more of this review »
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Upside Down by N.R. Walker
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As a homoaesthetic Asexual (gay ace) this book was filled with charm and warmth as it captured Jordan's asexual awakening. A rom-com in the truest sense with a "Notting Hill"-esque vibe for everyday ridiculousness. This book was like opening a bag of ...more
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Hey folks! I hope you enjoy my book! It was a labor of love to try and share a personal account of asexuality through a high fantasy narrative.
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" I think it is because I now see lots of stuff I would love to change. Had I rated it when I released it, it would be 5-star because it was the best I ...more "
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The Bone Gate is such a strong sequel to Lesser Known Monsters. Michaelson throws us right back into his quirky queer Buffy-esque world and opens the throttle!

Buckle up and hold on for more twists, turns, action, and spice as our ever-growing cast o
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“In any form it may take, only love makes you real in someone else's story.”
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