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A Little on How I do it

With 35 years as a professional editor, plus 26 novels published at time of print, Phil has jotted down a few words on the processes he follows when writing a book. A Technical Approach to Novel Writing has a foreword from acclaimed historical fantasy novelist John De Búrca. “Why? Why apply a technical approach to creativeContinue reading “A Little on How I do it”

On Special

Until the release of Anvil in the autumn, the first two books (Hammer and Iron) are on special offer. Get both books for an amazing £3.98, less than the price of a pint. Hammer Get ready for an epic journey through ancient times! Follow Genonn as he embarks on a thrilling quest to deliver Lorg Mór, the HammerContinue reading “On Special”

Krondor: The Betrayal

I used to love Feist’s fantasy novels. When I read Magician in the early eighties, I found it thoroughly enjoyable. It remains one of my favourite fantasy novels, along with the rest of the Riftwar Saga books and the Empire Saga, co-authored by Janny Wurts. I was expecting something similar from Krondor: The Betrayal. However,Continue reading “Krondor: The Betrayal”

Hammer: Free for a Limited Time

“A relic is all that stands between Rome and victory!” This award-winning book from Micheál Cladáin’s is free for a limited time from today. Download an epic adventure! Embark on a pulse-pounding journey alongside Genonn, a seasoned Druid, as he undertakes a mission that will test his limits. When rebellion erupts in Roman Britain, heContinue reading “Hammer: Free for a Limited Time”

The Silver Eagle — Book Review

In a nutshell, this series will probably appeal to readers who are looking for light entertainment rather than any serious Ancient Roman-based fiction. I read the first book in the Forgotten Legion trilogy by Ben Kane. I probably wouldn’t have bothered with the second book, except I bought all three on special offer from aContinue reading “The Silver Eagle — Book Review”

Best Read Worst Read ’23

Twenty-twenty-three was a year of new authors for me. Despite receiving recommendations for the works of Joe Abercrombie, I hadn’t yet delved into his grimdark world. The second trilogy in the First Law series had languished in my Kindle library for ages. I tried Kazuo Ishiguro for the first–and probably the last–time. Robert Jordan droveContinue reading “Best Read Worst Read ’23”

Never Let Me Go — Kazuo Ishiguro

The author has a way with words, for want of a better cliché. He paints a vivid picture of a dystopian near future. However, I got an immediate sense of The Midwich Cuckoos with this tale, as if Meat Loaf had remastered Bat Out of Hell and tweaked all the raw talent out of it. I found Kathy’s narrativeContinue reading “Never Let Me Go — Kazuo Ishiguro”