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Social Grounds Holiday Market
Looking for the perfect gift? This Sunday from noon to 3 pm I’ll be signing copies of all my books at the Social Grounds Holiday Market. The event is being held at Social Grounds, 3109 Palliser Dr SW #11, in Calgary. Learn all about my many novels, including the new The Order of Excalibur novels, as well as about my coaching and editing services for writers and authors. Hope to see you...
read more“An imaginary friend, a mystery, and time travel? How could I resist?”
“An imaginary friend, a mystery, and time travel? How could I resist?” “Flashback is a fascinating Young Adult book that pushes the boundaries of imagination: the Grail for every science fiction and fantasy reader.” “Right from the very first sentence I was engaged, and I could not wait to find out what happened next. The book was thrilling and it kept me on the edge of my seat.” “Flashback is an action-packed adventure perfect for middle grade readers. Young readers will enjoy the plot-driven story...
read moreHaysboro Winter Market
Looking for the perfect gift? This Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm I’ll be signing copies of all my books at the Haysboro Winter Market. The event is being held at Haysboro Community Association, 1204 89 Ave SW in Calgary. Learn all about my many novels, including the new The Order of Excalibur novels, as well as about my coaching and editing services for writers and authors. Hope to see you...
read more“The Emerald Curse is a very well written and appealing adventure book. Highly recommended.”
The Emerald Curse Charles Kelly was the world’s greatest comic book artist, until he disappeared without a trace. Two years later, his grandson Sam discovers a mysterious pen in Kelly’s attic studio. Sam is soon propelled into a bizarre dimension, where super villains are all powerful and disturbingly real, and finds himself in a deadly confrontation with an evil entity, imprisoned inside a mystical gemstone since the dawn of time. “I bought your book The Emerald Curse and it is brilliant and I can’t wait for your next...
read moreThe Sun and the Moon – The new novel by R D Rivers
My guest today is Canadian science fiction and fantasy author R D Rivers, who’s here to tell us about her latest novel, The Sun and the Moon. So, tell us what the latest novel’s all about? The Sun & The Moon is set in the same universe as my previous title, Blood Ties, but is a standalone that takes place in a different county. It has two protagonists, Sorin and Elaine. Elaine is a dhampir, her mother is a vampire her father is human, she does contract work for the country’s government as a sort of liaison between the...
read moreShadowzone – “a great read … Highly recommend this series!”
Time travel, alternate worlds, and societal sub-cultures are blended into a great plot, and a gripping and relevant read. The environmental stewardship aspect of this story echoes our current day challenges, as do the almost prescient references to a dangerous virus. Characters were well drawn and the reader is cheering for their success. The three books in the series flow smoothly together. A great read for middle school ages and up, to both engage interest and build vocabulary. Highly recommend this series!” While watching intense flashes...
read moreWhat’s it all about? An excerpt from The Time Traveler’s Guide
“The Time Traveler’s Guide is a great resource for any writer wanting to improve their craft.” Chapter One: What is time travel? Time travel is defined as taking place when there is movement between specific points in time. This is achieved in the same way that objects and living things move through space. In fiction, this kind of travel is made possible by the use of a time machine, device, or method. While nothing is carved in stone, I tend to think that time travel involving machinery or some kind of technology should be...
read moreGranary Road
Looking for the perfect gift? This Saturday, from 10 am to 4 pm I’ll be signing copies of all my books at Granary Road, just south of Calgary. Please stop by and and visit to learn more about me and all my books. You can even get your very own signed copy, including the brand new The Order of Excalibur novels. You can find Granary Road at 226066, 112 Street West, Foothills County, T1S 5S5. Hope to see you...
read moreThe Stone of the Seer – Where Magic and Historical Fiction Collide
The Stone of the Seer is an exciting historical fantasy series of adventure novels for young adults, primarily set in the turbulent era of the English Civil War. “Magic and Historical Fiction Collide – This book combines historical fiction with a world of magic. It is set in the period of the English Civil War and incorporates magic, mystery and witch hunting. This book engages the reader with action and interesting characters. It is the first in a series and will leave the reader looking for book 2.” “Royal Blood: Book...
read moreChildren as Heroes in Your Children’s Fiction
In your children’s science fiction or fantasy novel, even if the setting is in a different time period, in outer space, or in a world completely unlike our own, it’s imperative that the young characters in the story overcome their adversaries through their own efforts and find solutions to the problems and obstacles that they encounter. Adult characters can certainly appear in the book, and even assume very large roles in the story, but the main character or characters have to succeed by using their own abilities, even if they’re young...
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