Status Check: Rift of Askrah Book 2: Shatter

Just wanted to post an update about the next book in the Rift of Askrah series. Book 2: Shatter is currently past the halfway mark in the initial write through. I'm still trying to figure out the cover situation though. I did the cover for Book 1: Fracture, but I'm not getting anything out of my own designs this time. Once I figure it out though, I will update with the cover.

I've also written the product description for Book 2, and you can find it here

If you haven't read book 1 yet, you can check it out here

25 Days of Twisted

Last night I confirmed with another blogger, Rachel, who runs a blog called Enchanted, that I will be participating in an event she is setting up to run through this month called "25 Days of Twisted." Each day will have an author who writes in a Halloween-friendly genre (fantasy, sci-fi, thrillers, etc.), making a post about whatever they wish.

My post will contain information about Rift of Askrah Book 1: Fracture, the first book in my fantasy series. I also talk about the writing process, and give my words of advice to other writers. My article will post on the 28th, but I encourage visitors to head over to Rachel's blog using the link above, and read the posts written by other authors throughout this month.

I'd like to thank Rachel for this opportunity, and look forward to my guest post on the 28th of October.

Rift of Askrah Book 1: Fracture - Showcased on a Few Different Sites

I noticed today that my book was featured on a few sites, and I didn't notice they had posted. Here are some links to them.

Indie Snippets - A website that features a snippet from books.

Indie Books Blog - Features interviews with indie authors

Thanks to both of these websites for featuring me!

Update - Rift of Askrah Book 2

I'm hard at work on the second book in the Rift of Askrah series. Currently, the first manuscript is sitting at about 30,000 words. I had the luxury of being able to write the first book while I was unemployed, so the going is a little slower this time. It's coming along though, and I'm pleased with the progress so far.

This far out, I don't have a target release date yet, but keep your eyes on my blog for all future updates. If you haven't yet, you can pick up the first book of this series, Rift of Askrah Book 1: Fracture at many ebook retailers, such as amazon, b&n, etc., for just 99 cents! You can follow the links from my blog home page or under the Rift of Askrah page to purchase.

Thanks for reading! There will be more updates about the book 2 release in the future, so check back often!

Rift of Askrah Book 1: Fracture - First Review

I am excited to announce my book, Rift of Askrah Book 1: Fracture has received its first review! You can read the review below.

By S. J. Wist
4/5 Stars
"An enjoyable epic fantasy with strong characters."

Nihlen starts in what I was easily drawn into as the ideal, next to perfect life of a Prince. He has trained and studied hard to be the best he can be and he has a great family. Next to the heavy weight of responsibility that is due to be placed on his shoulders, and having to marry without the fairy tale of a romance, his complaints are few and far between. But just as you fall into his comfortable lifestyle, along comes a thief to mess that all up.

Marina has lived the opposite kind of life. Accustomed to stealing coins and living on the streets with her best friend, Cal, she raises the stakes by taking the Prince for ransom. But her plans are about to be ruined too, when it all turns out to be a rather dangerous setup that nearly gets them all killed. Now they have to run for their lives.

And that is just the start to their problems when Nihlen realizes that the ceremony they kidnapped him from was set to keep his eye of power in check. Now he has to find a way to control his Eye of Kings before he loses his friends, family and kingdom forever to the enemy. But he won't be the only one to discover he has a unique ability.

Rift of Askrah is a lighter, easy to follow epic fantasy. Though it's not heavy on action, it keeps to a quick pace. I thoroughly enjoyed the strong energy between the characters that pulled them all closer together, despite their differences. I look forward to reading the sequel and seeing what lies in store for these heroes in the lands of Elharlia.

Interview With 1st Author Interviews

Check out my interview with 1st Author Interviews about me, and my book, Rift of Askrah Book 1: Fracture. You can check out their homepage here for interviews with other authors, plus other great information.

Rift of Askrah Book 1: Fracture - Details

I decided to add this post so that my readers could get some information on my fantasy ebook series, Rift of Askrah

Rift of Askrah is the story of Nihlen Draven, heir to the throne of the nation of Draven. After being kidnapped though, everything changes. His homeland is subjugated by the neighboring nation of Rinh, and after escaping his captors, Nihlen must begin a life on the run. The world he thought he understood is now alien to him, as he must cope with the danger that haunts him around every turn. His only chance is to find a way to reclaim his stolen kingdom, understand new found abilities, and save himself and the rest of the world from an even greater danger.

Rift of Askrah Book 1: Fracture is the first installment in the Rift of Askrah series. Join an unforgettable cast of characters as they forge a path that leads them all across their world. The weight of destiny follows Nihlen and all the comrades he finds throughout his journey, and he will need all the help he can possibly get to survive the ordeal to come. As the forgotten past of a nation known as Askrah begins to resurface, the world will find its current age moving toward one of danger and strife. This past threatens to swallow up the entire world, and the only one with a chance of stopping it is the young Prince Nihlen. Join them as they begin to discover and understand the past. If they can't find the answers they seek, and find the strength to challenge them, the world they all know will cease to be, and there will be no chance for survival.

If you're interested, you can find it on amazon, and other ebook formats on smashwords