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Revenge of the Witchfinder, the third book in The Stone of the Seer series, will be published as an ebook and as a paperback very soon. This exciting historical fantasy series of adventure novels for young adults is primarily set in the turbulent era of the English Civil War. You can learn more about all three books, including all about the historical background to the story, here on the website. Royal Blood, the second novel, is available as a print book on Amazon, and as an ebook on Amazon, Kobo, Smashwords and elsewhere online....
read moreTwisted Fate
“Twisted Fate kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. Time-travel, secrets, visions, paranormal activity, psychics; there isn’t anything this book doesn’t explore. I would highly recommend going on this adventure. The book is not only well written, it provides many twists that you won’t see coming!” On his fifteenth birthday Max receives a box of personal items that once belonged to his mother and soon begins to have strange dreams and experience disturbing visions. In the days that follow, Max steadily learns the shocking...
read moreRoyal Blood interview at Wottaread
Check out Wottaread to read another interview about Royal Blood, the second novel in the Stone of the Seer series that’s set in the turbulent 1640s during the English Civil War. In the interview, I talk about the novel, the Stone of the Seer series, the second novel, the sources of inspiration, historical research, the upcoming third novel in the series, my other current writing projects, my work with other authors and more. Wottaread was founded by writer and book lover, I.M Redwright. He is an indie author who decided to make things...
read moreFlashback
“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.” Lots of kids have an imaginary friend. Max certainly did. Then one day, Max’s friend said something that scared him. Max never saw his friend again. Several years later, Max’s imaginary childhood friend returns – older, wiser, and disturbingly real. He tells Max of events concealed for over twenty years, events that someone will go to deadly lengths to keep that...
read moreThe Benefits of a Writing Coach
A professional writing coach is someone with whom you can consult, ask questions and receive constructive feedback. They act as a guide as you build your career as a professional writer. A coach can help you conquer a stumbling block, regain momentum or make a start on a new project. My program helps you progress as a writer. You decide what you want to work on during a personalized, one on one relationship. I can be your coach for just one month or we can establish a month-to-month arrangement, depending on your schedule and...
read moreFuture Imperfect
“This book has everything children and this adult love to read about. I could not put the book down until I had finished it, as the story kept me engaged until the end.” Andrew Mitchell was one of the leading experts in highly advanced technology in Silicon Valley, until he vanished following a car accident, which also injured his son, Alex. When a mysterious app later appears on Alex’s phone, he and his friend Stephanie embark on a terrifying journey involving secret technology, corporate espionage, kidnapping, and murder in a...
read moreThe Sphere of Septimus
“Fast paced with vivid descriptions, creative creatures and a suspense filled plot, it’s impossible to put this book down. It is a great read for children who enjoy fantasy and science fiction books. I highly recommend it for both boys and girls. It’s a must read!” Eric isn’t too happy when he has to spend the summer with his eccentric father, Septimus Trinket, in the backwater village of Middle Wogglehole, deep in the heart of rural Derbyshire. In the isolated village, however, things are not quite what they seem. Eric meets...
read moreBlack Dawn
“This is the third book in the “ShadowZone” series written by one of my favourite young adult authors. After finishing book one and two, I could not wait to start this one, I was not disappointed.” In a dark parallel world, following attacks by its most determined opponents, the Ministry has been forced to change its plans. Yet the ruthless Director-General is prepared to sacrifice anyone to achieve an entirely new beginning, no matter what the cost. In a deadly race against time, as events spiral out of control, Ben and Charlie...
read moreInto The Web
“This is the second book of this series written by one of my favourite young adult authors. After finishing book one, I could not wait to start this one, I was not disappointed a great story with good character structure and as usual well written. The storyline kept me focused until the very end where it left me wanting to read the next book in the series.” On a doomed version of Earth, the sinister schemes of the Ministry are moving ever closer to completion, with dire consequences for the inhabitants of two worlds. For Ben and...
read moreShadowzone
“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...
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