Oct 15, 2026 Posted by Simon Rose

The Memory Bank

The Memory Bank is a two-part science fiction fantasy novel. The Memory Bank – All in the Mind The Memory Bank’s powerful prism was invented to preserve people’s memories for their families after they passed away, but as teenagers Joe and Alex discover, it also has a much more sinister purpose. Using masks created from people’s faces, Claudia Woodville and her associates can access memories... read more

Oct 12, 2026 Posted by Simon Rose

The Order of Excalibur

The Order of Excalibur – The Ring of Fate is a fantasy novel for young adults set in England early in World War II. At the height of the Blitz and the Battle of Britain, young Canadian wizards Nick and Ginny are recruited by the mysterious Order of Excalibur as the country faces the threat of invasion. The Order of Excalibur – Reich Britannia is a fantasy novel for young adults set in a... read more

Oct 10, 2026 Posted by Simon Rose

“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... read more

Oct 6, 2026 Posted by Simon Rose

The 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... read more

Oct 4, 2026 Posted by Simon Rose

New Podcasts at Write by the Sea

Strengthening the Pace in Your Writing. Good pacing keeps readers moving through your work while giving them enough time to absorb what matters. In these episodes of Writers to Writers, we share some practical tips for improving the pacing of both fiction and nonfiction. Check out part one and part two on YouTube. Tips for Creating Effective Dialogue – Part 1 Does your dialogue sound natural when you... read more