Indie Author Spotlight
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Discover your next fantasy adventure, steamy romance, gripping thriller or spine tingling horror!
Featured Authors: Russell Carroll, Ellie Lieberman, Stanley Perret, Stuart Bint, Simon Skellow Bingham, Hugh Roberts, Willie Alesdek!
Introducing Duane Simolke!
Sons of Taldra
In an alternate reality, the human home world of Valchondria comes together under a constitution based on the Iroquois Federation. Centuries later, the Iroquois scientist Taldra becomes Valchondria’s Leader.
Now Taldra and her twin gay sons must form new alliances as humanity faces a race of alien shapeshifters intent on using people as a food source. One of Taldra’s rivals might pose an even greater threat.
Praise for Sons of Taldra...
“Refreshingly different, and at its beating heart is some much needed diversity that slots in effortlessly and with purpose.” –Sebastian J. Brook, Doctor Who Online
“Overall, this book was a quick fun read for anyone who enjoys sci-fi and adventure books. The plot was compelling and the characters were engaging.” -Fiction Flock
Discover more about Duane and his amazing writing by checking out his blog!
Introducing: Relentless Blades by Russell Carroll
Cross the wrong men and meet their blades!
Unable to find his lost brother, and wracked by guilt, Grimlock toils as a scout in a frontier town while plotting where to search next. All the while, yearning for acceptance from the townsfolk who hate him because of his race. The peace he craves always eluding him.
Vigilanton relishes the respect and fear he garners throughout town. It is a stark contrast to his treatment in the knighthood. But serving at the local crime lord’s whims and tarnishing his honor gnaws at his soul. Is he the failure his father always claimed?
An ancient scepter’s discovery threatens to tip the balance of power, and the fiendish vragoths are hell-bent on seizing it. When Vigilanton’s knightly brother arrives to uncover the vragoth’s plot, it ignites the fuse on a deadly chain of events from which Grimlock and Vigilanton cannot escape. Now they must confront their haunted pasts and act. Neither sought to be allies, let alone heroes, but spilled blood unites them, propelling them on a bloody quest of vengeance.
Vengeance is power!
Vengeance is merciless!
Vengeance is relentless!
Introducing the Be series by Ellie Lieberman!
Check out this amazing book series with fantasy with fairy tale elements and vibes! Enjoy these books as stand alones or as a series!
Be: The consequences of freedom, the sacrifices for what is loved, and the battle for the future... All in the shadow of a castle that looms large over all who preside within the kingdom.
Where the Heart Is: Clary was Princess of Alsceance. And with the stroke of her hand, she was Queen of Midgrim. But was she traded for nothing more than the falling sand in an hourglass?
An Impossible Dream: A Cinderella story of friendship, love, survival, and dreams, even when they seem impossible!
Find out more about Ellie's amazing books by checking out her website!
Introducing The Dragon and The Knight: The Addiction Battle by Stanley Perret
The Dragon and The Knight: The Addiction Battle
A deeply personal and allegorical journey that mirrors the struggles of addiction and recovery. Each chapter serves as a metaphor for the stages of confronting and overcoming addiction, providing readers with a powerful, hope-filled narrative that anyone can relate to, whether they have fought addiction themselves or supported a loved one through it.
This book covers addiction in various forms, not just one type. Addiction includes drugs, alcohol, sex, and other behaviors. The term 'addiction' here refers to all these different forms and the unique challenges each one presents.
The Dragon is a metaphor for the Addiction.
The Knight is a metaphor for the Addict.
Introducing: Stewart Bint!
Stewart Bint is the author of five novels and a collection of short stories.
"My books aren't great art and they're not great literature, but my readers tell me they're entertaining, and great stories. So, like Jeffrey Archer, I regard myself as a storyteller, and that's good enough for me," he says.
In Shadows Waiting: Young Simon Reynolds lives an idyllic life at his family home, White Pastures. He finishes his A Levels, and looks forward to unwinding during the summer. Meanwhile, the tiny community of Meriton has been plagued by a spate of burglaries, and White Pastures seems to be next. A shadowy figure stalks the house, but the police can find no signs of an intruder. Inspired by the author's real-life experience with the supernatural, In Shadows Waiting recounts a summer that changes the Reynolds' lives forever. As the summer progresses, the shadows take on an altogether more sinister implication, and White Pastures begins to reveal a terrifying secret.
When God's Wind Blows: If you thought the horror was over at the end of In Shadows Waiting, think again. This sequel; set almost 40 years after the tragic events at White Pastures, is a paranormal crime thriller with a COVID backdrop, showing how grief and love affect one man's sanity. After a young couple are ruthlessly gunned down outside their home during the pandemic, we weave our way through Simon Reynolds' personal COVID nightmare, as he seeks answers about the mysterious blackouts he's experienced since his supernatural encounter at White Pastures back in 1982. Slowly but surely paranormal events intertwine Simon's Long COVID journey with Adam and Hayley Hampshire's murder, unveiling a plot to terrorise the entire world.
Timeshaft is pure sci-fi, which rocks along to the past and future with paradoxes and twists galore. By the 27th Century, humanity has finally mastered time travel, but is driving recklessly towards wiping itself out. The environmental group, WorldSave, with its chief operative, Ashday's Child, use the Timeshaft to correct environmental mistakes throughout the past and future, to extend the life of the planet. But the enigmatic Ashday's Child has his own destiny to accomplish, and will do whatever it takes within a complicated web of paradoxes to do so.
If you want to find out what happens after you die, then the "freshly original and entertaining social satire" The Jigsaw And The Fan is for you. You'll meet Guardian Angels Wallace and Mozelbeek, along with the upper-crust Lord Maxwell Barrington-Pottsherbert, and a dead trades unionist who can't continue his journey to Heaven or Hell, because of a strike in St Christropher's Ministry.
To Rise Again is described by its indie publisher as a mix of paranormal, horror, sci-fi and fantasy. Set on the island of Jersey in two time periods - at the very end of the Second World War, and the summer of 1983 - the threads of both slowly intertwine to reveal a world on the brink of destruction.
Thunderlands is a collection of 21 short stories ranging from the sublime, through powerful, puzzling, funny, horrific, and different, to the unforgivably ridiculous.
Introducing: Simon Kellow Bingham!
Simon's love of folk tales, fantasy and mythology shine through in his writing and I am proud to present two of his books here! Keep your eyes peeled for his second book in his Inspector Bassé series - due for release in March 2025!
Simon's first book, Mandorlinfiore and the Dragons of Zonza with its accessible, shorter chapters is proving popular with younger, reluctant readers. It has recently been translated into French, Spanish, German and Portuguese. An Italian version is due out soon, too!
Do you believe in destiny or are you brave and smart enough to make your own luck?
In a world ruled by superstition, where ghosts and the old gods compete with dragons, dryads, and kings, you'd better have your wits about you.
Fortunately, for Mandorlinfiore, Princess Belfioré has intelligence enough for them both!
Together they must survive riddles, magic, conspiracy, and the terrifyingly sharp teeth of a dragon, with a cat, its mouse, and a tatty old book of poetry.
The Inspector Bassé series of novellas is for slightly older readers. It is gas lamp crime fantasy, combining mythic beasts and magic in an alternative historic reality.
In a world where werewolves still roam, and sorcery is illegal, policing in 19th-century France is complicated.
Inspector Bassé arrives on a crisp, cold winter morning to take up his post as chief of the Bayeux commissariat only to find his first case involves the drowning of one of his oldest friends. The coroner, in his wisdom, has written off the death as a drunken accident but the Inspector is not convinced.
As the bodies pile up and the snow comes down Inspector Bassé and his deputy Ouimet find themselves in a desperate race against time to hunt down the elusive Winter Wolf of Bayeux.
Look out for Book 2 which launches in March!
Introducing: Hugh Roberts, Author of Glimpses and More Glimpses
About the Author – Hugh W. Roberts
Hugh is a passionate blogger and writer from Swansea, South Wales, UK. Since launching his blog in 2014, he has shared valuable blogging tips, short stories, and flash fiction, building a supportive community of fellow writers. Despite having mild dyslexia, his love for writing has never wavered.
Now in his fifties, Hugh embraces storytelling, finding inspiration in everyday life. He lives happily with his civil partner, John, and their two Welsh Cardigan Corgis, Toby and Austin. His short story collections, Glimpses and More Glimpses, are available on Amazon.
Glimpses
‘Glimpses’ allows the reader to peek into the lives of everyday people who are about to have life lead them on an unpredicted path. From a mysterious, deadly iPad app to a hole in the fence that is not all it seems to a strange lipstick that appears to have a life of its own, you will encounter terror, laughter, sadness, shock, and many other emotions on journeys that promise a thrilling and gripping climax.
If you love shows such as ‘The Twilight Zone’ and ‘Tales Of The Unexpected’, then you are in for a real treat with this first collection of short stories from Hugh.
Dare you take a glimpse into the lives of these unsuspecting characters?
More Glimpses
'More Glimpses offers readers a chance to peer into the lives of ordinary people whose journeys are filled with twists, turns, and unexpected conclusions. However, it’s not solely about the humans; nothing escapes the extraordinary adventures Hugh has in store for you. If you enjoy shows like ‘Black Mirror’ or ‘The Twilight Zone, ' you’re in for another thrilling experience in this second collection from Hugh. Meet the characters who had no idea their lives would be turned upside down.
Meet (Woolly) Willie Alsedek, author of Empty Bottles
From film school to street performances, from building theater sets to crafting motion graphics, Willie has lived a life as colorful as the stories he creates. His journey from aspiring filmmaker to passionate author has fueled a storytelling fire that shows no signs of burning out.
With a background in digital media and a knack for spinning unforgettable tales, Willie has turned screenplays into novels, bringing cinematic depth to every page.
Discover his latest work and dive into a world shaped by creativity, adventure, and a little bit of rebellion.
Caesar’s life had come undone. A subject he avoids at all costs. That was years ago. The tragedy that had done him in. Years and too many drinks to count. Miserably content atop his growing pile of empty bottles, Caesar contemplates death and friendship. Mostly, he just drinks and smokes cigarettes.
That was until Cupid walked into his bar.
Overcome with the prospect of revenge for his broken heart, Caesar stumbled up to Cupid with his fist swinging. When he comes to the morning after with something notably significant of Cupid’s in his possession, his world spirals into an adventure unlike any he could ever dream. Despite the growing danger which looms over his every move, Caesar remains committed to his new motivation in life. No more shall suffer the sting of love lost.
Caesar is going to kill Cupid.
