Friday, March 30, 2018

Looking Forward to Scourged by Kevin Hearne


I am looking forward to the release of Scourged, the final novel in the Iron Druid Chronicles (by Kevin Hearne). I actually have the hardcover and audiobook pre-ordered.

A prediction:
Atticus O'Sullivan (Siodhachan O Suileabhian) will die in the final novel during the battle to put down Loki's attempt to bring about Ragnarok, or the end of the world.

One of the main clues is that of the POV characters (all in first person), the telling (journal) of Atticus is written in past tense, while Granuaile's and Owen's are written in present tense.

Oberon was devastated when Atticus 'died' in Hunted, but now he has Orlaith and their litter of puppies to care for. It will give him purpose and the ability to move forward despite the loss of his long-time friend. Plus, a short tale in Besieged, both prepared Oberon for the potential loss while setting the stage for it.

Owen is busy rebuilding the druids with his current grove of apprentice druids, so the death of Atticus will not deprive the world of druids.

Granuaile will feel the loss, but the Morrigan's unnecessary 'sacrifice' in Hunted, while battling Diana and Artemis in order allow Atticus and company to escape, is actually part of her long-seeing plan to reunite with Atticus in the land of the dead. The Morrigan has repeatedly proven her vision of future events, such as providing placing Atticus's Arch Druid (Owen Kennedy) on the time island, with information that his youth could be returned to him, or giving Odin the gem to let him know of her death and the what actions he should undertake when that occurs, etc.

Okay, I could be wrong. We'll see. In any case, I expect Scourged will be an excellent read/listen.

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Monsters, Maces and Magic Series Official Logo

Thought I would share the logo for the Monsters, Maces and Magic Series:


Wednesday, March 21, 2018

First Day of Spring in Ohio

Well, schools are closed on this First Day of Spring...
Photo of our Back Yard and Commentary, Complements of My Wife

Friday, March 16, 2018

LitRPG Podcast's Review of Outpost


The LitRPG Podcast did a review of Monsters, Maces and Magic: Outpost.

Overall I'd say it was a fair and accurate review.

Here's the text review (link to the review on the LitRPG Podcast's website)

Here's the video review below (link to the review on the LitRPG Podcast's Youtube Channel)

The review of Outpost begins at 39:44 in:




The podcast review, again, is accurate and fair, although the reviewer (Ramon Mejia) spent a lot of time discussing how Outpost lacked elements of what he believes LitRPG should fully incorporate (frequent reference to stats, dice rolls/results, game references with blurbs of detailed information, etc.) and leaned more toward fantasy storytelling. Still, he indicated it had enough of those elements to qualify it as LitRPG, just not the sort of balance he really enjoyed reading. Again, fair and honest, which is what one hopes for in a reviewer. Plus, he did point out good writing and other things about Outpost :)

Take a listen and see what you think.



Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Critical Failures 1 to 5 all on sale for 99 cents


Hey All,

Robert Bevan's entire Critical Failures Series is on sale March 12th to 18th.

If you enjoy your fantasy laced with humor (sometimes a bit course), then Bevan's novels are for you.

Check it out: Caverns & Creatures Special Offers


For a little background, you can check out the interview I did with Robert Bevan a few years back: Interview with Humor/Fantasy Author Robert Bevan


Monday, March 12, 2018

Number 2 Breakfast of Writing Champions!


Here is the #2 Breakfast of Writing Champions -->

Some people say it's more like brick mortar, but they're wrong.












Link to the #1 Breakfast of Writing Champions (posted a while back).

Friday, March 9, 2018

La Espada de Sangre (Spanish Edition of Blood Sword) Released


The Spanish translation/version of Blood Sword has been released!

Currently it is available through these vendors:
  Amazon US
  Amazon Spain
  iTunes
  Barnes & Noble
  laFeltrinelli(.com)
  Livraria Cultura
  bol.com

Will update as more vendors make it available.


Thursday, March 8, 2018

Article: Value in Co-Authoring


Over at Kevin's Corner, my article on co-authoring has been posted. Talks about the process and benefits and more.

LinkValue in Co-Authoring


Wednesday, March 7, 2018

Outpost Official Release!


Outpost is now officially released in Print and E-book.

Click on over and get your copy! --subtle huh ;)

Links:
Amazon US: Print or Kindle

Amazon UK: Print or Kindle

Amazon Australia: Kindle

Amazon Canada: Print or Kindle

Amazon Germany: Kindle

Amazon France: Kindle

Amazon Japan: Kindle

Amazon India: Kindle

It is available via Kindle Unlimited in the USA, and in ebook through many more international Amazon outlets.


Tuesday, March 6, 2018

2018 Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo Follow-up


Had a great time at the Classic Plastics Toy & Comic Expo this past weekend. Connected with folks who'd read some of my works, and picked up one or two more, and met some new readers and got to talk reading and writing with so many visitors to the event.

Here are a few pictures:

Captain Marvel Supporting Outpost!





Me and Brandon from the Dueling Ogres Podcast

Me and Remington from the Dueling Ogres Podcast



Monday, March 5, 2018

What is LitRPG?


Hey Folks,

Ever wonder what LitRPG is? Here's a quick article I wrote that Dueling Ogres published the other day in conjunction with the upcoming release of Monsters, Maces and Magic: Outpost!

Link: What is LitRPG?


Friday, March 2, 2018

Article: Readers and Genre Crossover


Hey Folks,

If you have a chance, click on over and check out my article over at Two Ends of the Pen.

Link: Readers and Genre Crossover

The article discusses reader trends and the rate of movement from one genre to another.