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A.M. Ismail is a fantasy author who brings together myth, emotion, and adventure in his stories. His debut novel, The Scorching Vessel (Solaceum Saga: Book One), introduces Lucian Calder, a reluctant hero entrusted with the Solaceum Flame. What begins as a painful inheritance soon becomes a test of courage, loyalty, and the fragile balance between light and shadow.

Inspired by both classic epics and modern fantasy voices, Ismail writes with an eye for worldbuilding and a heart for character growth. His stories aim to show that even in the darkest moments, resilience and hope can endure.

While fantasy is his first passion, he also plans to explore mysteries, science fiction, and other genres in future projects. Away from writing, he enjoys rea
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A.M. Ismail The Scorching Vessel was inspired by my love for epic fantasy and world-building. I wanted to create a story with a fully imagined world, powerful cha…moreThe Scorching Vessel was inspired by my love for epic fantasy and world-building. I wanted to create a story with a fully imagined world, powerful characters, and a journey that pulls readers in. This novella is my first step in crafting stories that feel alive and immersive—and I can’t wait to continue building this world in the series!(less)
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Dark and Powerful Fantasy Story

Fugitives of Helheim is a very dark and exciting book. The story takes place in Helheim, a cold and frightening world. From the very first pages, I felt danger and fear, and I wanted to know how the characters would esc
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Monday ’n’ Mayhem is a very crazy and fun fantasy book. From the start, everything go wrong and the story become full of chaos. There is fighting, bad luck, and many strange things happening. I feel surprised many times an
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The Christmas Agenda is a sweet and calm story. I read it slowly and enjoy the feeling it give. The book is not big, but it have nice meaning inside. It talk about life, choices, and what is really important during Chr
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