Month: August 2023

The Three Brothers Trilogy, Book Three

by Elizabeth R. Jensen

 

The Three Brothers Trilogy, Book Three

 

Young Adult

Date Published: July 15, 2023

 

 

The Wolfensberger brothers barely escaped the Lost Isles. Now, back in Etria, they long to return to their normal lives. Unfortunately, fresh danger is closing in fast.

Trouble begins with Princess Ella’s disappearance. As Jules and Borus hunt for her, they find themselves fighting against oddly familiar circumstances. While his brothers are gone, Kass suffers a crushing loss that forces him to turn to friends for support.

With the trio more vulnerable than ever, the threat of war closes in. The bonds of family and friendship are tested when all must stand together in the final battle to save Etria. Will their efforts be enough to defeat the powerful fire mage, Pyr? Or will the Wolfensberger brothers be lost to the inferno of his rage?

 

Award-winning author Elizabeth R, Jensen delivers a story of love, war, and sacrifice in the highly-anticipated conclusion of her pulse-pounding trilogy!

Previous Books in the Series

 

The Wolf’s Den

The Three Brothers Trilogy, Book One

 

Three brothers…three destinies…three chances to fail.

One country hangs in the balance.

Peacetime in Etria is no time to become a knight. War lies in the past and the future is for growing new things. Swords become plows and soldiers become farmers, artists, shop owners, and poets. Everyone knows that training for a war that may never come is a waste of time, but for the three grandsons of the greatest war hero in history, knighthood isn’t a choice; it’s destiny.

The three inseparable boys set off on three very different roads to knighthood. The eldest travels the straight path. The middle boy follows the crooked way of the rebel. The youngest…he follows the trail of legend.

When war returns all too soon, the boys will be tested. They will hold in their hands the lives of the most powerful and important people of all of Etria. If they fail, their country may fall into darkness and horror.

But these boys were born to be knights, to protect their king, land, and people no matter the cost to themselves. In the end, they will give their all, but will it be enough?

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The Hawk’s Flight

The Three Brothers Trilogy, Book Two

 

After twenty years of peace in the land of Etria, war has come crashing across its borders. Both Wanonia to the north and Ruschmann Blackwell to the south have waged attacks.

Suddenly, three young brothers find themselves thrust into the role of battlefront soldiers. Following separate paths, the three hone their skills and fight for their people.

The eldest brother, Borus, becomes a full-fledged swordmaster. The middle brother, Kass, masters horseback archery. The youngest brother, Jules, delves further into the art of weather magic.

Years pass as friendships are tested, and lives are lost. Only then are Borus, Kass, and Jules reunited on a top-secret diplomatic mission.

Can their bond as brothers withstand the challenges they face? Or will they become the latest casualties of the dragon sorcerer?

From Award-winning author Elizabeth R. Jensen comes The Hawk’s Flight, a gripping tale of adventure and the unbreakable bond of family.

 

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Elizabeth R. Jensen is an Arabian horse breeder in Atlanta, GA. Elizabeth has a bachelor’s degree in animal science, a master’s of business administration and a master’s of organizational leadership. In elementary school, Elizabeth was introduced to creative writing in an after-school poetry class for gifted students. Since then, she has continued to write poetry. The Wolf’s Den is her debut novel.

 

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The Dragon and the Girl, Book 2

 

Middle School Grade Fantasy

Date Published: November 14, 2023

Publisher: Acorn Publishing

Dire news arrives from Cantington. Rumors of dragon sightings are stirring up fears based on old stories that depict dragons as blood-thirsty, fire-breathing monsters. To protect his people, the Overking decrees that all dragons must die.    

Twelve-year-old Eliana knows the truth about dragons. After all, her best friend, Winston, is one! Fresh off an adventure where she saved her kingdom using her ability to communicate with Winston’s family, she is now excited to hone her skills through her Dragon Speaker apprenticeship. That is until she begins having a recurring nightmare of a scar-faced soldier, a poison-tipped spear, and an orb that glows in the dark. What’s even more worrisome is that Winston is having the same nightmare.

When they hear of the Overking’s decree, they realize their dreams may not be a coincidence. Eliana must quickly learn how to use her ability to understand dragons to help new friends–and old–solve a mystery about an ancient treasure and save the dragons from certain death. Along the way, there are lessons to be learned about the dangerous desire for fame, about the transitory nature of plans, and about how treasure can mean different things to different people…and dragons.

 

About the Author

Laura Findley Evans is the author of True North, Book 1 of The Dragon and the Girl series. It all started when her grandchildren said one night (when they were supposed to be sleeping), “Tell us a story.” And so the adventures of a feisty young girl and an impossible dragon began. Laura would like you to know that whatever she writes must be true, whether it is real or not. She hopes you will discover the truth in whatever she writes. When she’s not writing, Laura reads (a lot), cooks (mostly) healthy dinners, and spends time with people she loves. You can visit her at http://www.LauraFindleyEvans.com.

 

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a Sci Fi Novel

by David Ukiwe

 

AI, Robotics and Healthcare in a Futuristic City

 

Science Fiction

Date Published: June 2023

 

 

Could you picture yourself living in a city where AI and robotics are no longer science fiction, but everyday reality?

 

Step into the mesmerizing world of “Status Report,” an exhilarating thriller that transports you to a future smart city nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of Northern Queensland, Australia. Brace yourself for a heart-pounding journey through the labyrinthine corridors of Quintomo Hospital, a beacon of cutting-edge technology and compassionate healthcare.

In the year 2030, Quintomo Hospital stands as a shining testament to human ingenuity and the boundless possibilities of advanced AI and robotics. Within its ultra-modern walls, a harmonious dance unfolds between innovative technology and the unwavering compassion of healthcare professionals, forging a revolutionary approach to patient care that surpasses imagination.

Yet, as the hospital harnesses the extraordinary power of AI and robotics to transform lives, a storm of controversy looms on the horizon. Ethical quandaries and concerns about privacy weave a sinister tapestry, threatening to unravel the very fabric of this technological marvel. The clash between human empathy and the relentless pursuit of progress hangs heavy in the air, heightening the intrigue and setting the stage for an electrifying showdown.

In the midst of this brewing tempest, Quintomo Hospital becomes the target of a devastating cyberattack, thrusting the institution into a relentless battle for survival. As the humanoid robot program faces suspension and uncertainty looms, the indomitable spirit of the hospital’s staff shines through, illuminating their path forward. Amidst the chaos, a remarkable tale of resilience and determination unfolds, weaving a tapestry of suspense and mystery.

 

Join the courageous healthcare professionals as they navigate treacherous waters, unraveling the enigmatic threads of a conspiracy that threatens not only the hospital but the very essence of their work. From the darkest depths of the cyber underworld to the hallowed halls of Quintomo Hospital, each step brings them closer to the heart-pounding truth.

“Status Report: AI, Robotics and Healthcare in a futuristic city” immerses you in a world where trust is tested, alliances are forged, and the line between man and machine blurs. With each turn of the page, anticipation mounts, and the palpable excitement of an impending revelation propels you forward. Prepare to be spellbound by the electrifying blend of suspense, intrigue, and optimism that pulses through the veins of this extraordinary novel.

Through captivating prose and deft storytelling, “Status Report: AI, Robotics and Healthcare in a futuristic city” plunges you into an extraordinary realm where humanity’s resilience and the limitless potential of technology converge. Let your imagination soar as you join the remarkable journey of Quintomo Hospital and its fearless leaders. The stakes are high, the tension is palpable, and the outcome will leave you breathless.

Grab your copy today and get ready for a literary experience that will redefine the boundaries of your imagination and ignite your sense of wonder!

 

About the Author

David Ukiwe is a General Physician and Tech-entrepreneur. He is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP). He is passionate about using technology to improve productivity and well-being. David currently serves as CEO and Co-Founder of Lectie, an events-focused interactive calendar platform. He resides in Brisbane, Australia with his wife, Nnenna and, their twin daughters, Nina and Sally.

 

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by Patrick LeClerc

Genre: Gaslamp Adventure Horror

Can Emelia and her band of plucky outcasts save the world from a cult of fanatics intent on unleashing an ancient horror?

The Beckoning Void

Patrick LeClerc makes good use of his history degree by working as a paramedic for an ever- changing parade of ambulance companies in the Northern suburbs of Boston. When not writing he enjoys cooking, fencing and making witty, insightful remarks with career-limiting candor.

by Stacy Wilder

Genre: Cozy Mystery

Will P.I. Liz and her truth-sniffing dog Duke get to the bottom of things

before the damage is irreparable?

Charleston Conundrum

A Historical, Steampunk, Romance Novel

by Mikala Ash

 

(Sisters Three 2): A Stream and Spells Steampunk Adventure

 

Historical / Steampunk / Romance

Date Published: 08/04/2023

Publisher: Changeling Press LLC

 

The consequences of the Lewellen murder continue to plague the Preston sisters. Polly braves an ice storm to recover the bag of gold sovereigns she dropped from the airship and falls into the hands of desperate fugitives. Molly the factory girl is taken to the country estate of her employer Mr. Allenby, who is showing more than gentlemanly interest, and Dolly the wagtail follows with her lusty client Pascal Baudelaire in tow.

Why are the mysterious and threatening Agents of the Queen, Miss Clayton and Miss Cressy, snooping about? When the Jamieson twins show up out of the blue to proposition Molly, the green-eyed monster threatens Pascal’s equilibrium.

Mayhem follows the sisters as they seek to disentangle themselves from the mystery and gain their freedom from the dangerous streets of London. Their future depends on the money, but will Polly accept that gold doesn’t always come in the shape of coins?

 

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Polly’s Gold (Sisters Three 2)

 

The lighted windows of Gravesend lay far behind me. Ahead the ice storm had transformed the marshes into a dark frozen wasteland.

I too had been transformed. That realisation diverted me from the pain of frozen limbs, and the despair that threatened to unhinge me.

Who was I before?

Just a few days ago I’d been a daughter, a sister, mistress of the Golden Bell pub, and known throughout London’s East End as the Bell Gang leader’s moll, “Queen of the Bells,” or less generously: Bill’s cunt.

Who had I become?

I’m still a daughter and sister, but events over the last few days, much like an unexpected storm from the North sweeping all before it, have altered my state in the world and within myself too. Bill had been brutally murdered, and I was alone, with no protection in the savage world of the docklands. By avenging Bill’s murder, I’d become a killer, a vicious one at that. Since departing the pub without a word, I was probably mistress of the Golden Bell no longer, and the new leader of the gang, Isiah Spike, a nasty weasel-faced sod if ever there was one, wouldn’t countenance my absence, and would punish me for it, if he ever got the chance. Lastly by trudging through this freezing wilderness, I’d turned treasure hunter.

Thanks to the late hour, and the driving sleet, the road out of Gravesend was deserted. I’d been plodding along this forsaken stretch for a full half hour after being deposited by a tiler’s dray at the end of Norfolk Road. The wind howled, the icy rain pattered on my oilskin hood, and the cold air rasped my throat. My nose was blocked and aching in the cold. Except for my frozen face, Bill’s coat, hood and cape kept my body dry, if not warm. Inside Bill’s wet and now ruined boots, my feet were like numb blocks of wood. My complete costume, even down to the silk drawers, were Bill’s. I’d decided a man would attract less attention than a woman here on the southern reaches of the Thames and had dressed accordingly.

The image of Bill’s mutilated body flooded my eyes with freezing tears. He’d only been dead a few days, murdered and defiled by a fiend in human form, a madman named James Polk. Bill, my lover and protector, had been the ruthless leader of the Bell Gang, and with his death my position was null and void. The pretenders to the throne had fought it out, and the mollisher of the dead king was surplus to requirements, as they already had their cunts ready to hand. My offer to continue running the pub with Hannah, the cousin of Bill’s lieutenant, also dead by the same hand, was my one chance of staying alive, at least for the next few days.

I’d taken my bloody revenge on Polk. Yet knowing Bill’s killer was dead brought me no joy, just a cold hollowness in my chest. The chapter that Bill occupied in my life had been closed so quickly, so emphatically, I’d no time to mourn, and I expected my present task would simply delay the final release of grief.

Just a few days ago, one by one, my sisters: Molly, the factory girl, Dolly the wagtail, and I, had been kidnapped by the monster and his henchman. We’d been held captive on an airship, and threatened with death to reveal a secret we did not possess. In a desperate and savage fight we’d overcome our abductors and found ourselves adrift in danger of being lost. Luckily the River Police and marines in a military airship from Shornemead Fort had rescued us before we had floated out to sea. I’d been held at Scotland Yard for a day for prolonged and incessant questioning. Inspector Astonberry knew we were lying about the real circumstances of Polk’s death, but we stayed true to our story, though it was a complete fiction. The inspector knew that Bill was up to his neck in something that had led to his slaughter and, to his obvious chagrin, he could not trip me up to discover what it was.

That was because I did not know. Bill had hidden a sack of gold sovereigns from me, and when I discovered it he wouldn’t tell me where the money had come from. That was out of character as he was usually so proud of his little schemes. I suspected this had been what got him killed. But what had he done for it, and who had paid him? Had it been a normal crime, so to speak, such as burglary, or extortion? Or had he been, as the inspector suspected, tied up in the traitorous buying of stolen secrets from the Allenby factory? I didn’t know. Polk had taken Bill’s gold, and I’d taken it back, and held it for a few minutes before making it safe, or so I hoped.

I missed Bill so. My body ached for him…

 

About the Author

Aussie Mikala Ash used to be a mild-mannered training & development consultant by day, and a wild sci-fi and paranormal adventure writer by night. Now she is a brazen full-time writer and nature photographer who is concentrating on having among other things, “… bags, and bags of fun!” Mikala can be found on Facebook and on Twitter.

 

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A YA Fiction Novel by Heidi Voss

 

YA Fiction

Date Published: 09-06-2021

Publisher: The Wild Rose Press

 

Matthew Shaw is banned from his school’s online counseling forum. Is it a crime his advice posts and anarchy blog are more popular than those on the school website? Though he’s being as sincere as possible, Matthew, posting as “Frogman” online, wreaks havoc at Henry Blake High with advice that causes breakups, instigates a cheerleader fistfight, and turns a school assembly into an angry mob. When Matthew’s private notebook goes missing, he worries not only about blowing his secret identity but about being suspended and ruining his shot to escape Mom’s hoarding house.

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Heidi Voss’ debut novel Frogman’s Response has been praised as being “instantly engaging” and her award-winning short fiction has been featured in multiple anthologies. When not writing or promoting her work, she enjoys video games and exercise.

 

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