Tag Archives: fantasy

So, You’re Going to Use Non-Humans?

You see a lot of interesting races in fiction, so here’s a list of things to keep in mind when populating your world/universe with fictional creatures.  Totally serious.  Ignore the grin . . . okay, maybe most of these are … Continue reading →

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Successful Dinner and Week Altering Thoughts

The above was tonight’s dinner: TACO LASAGNA.  It was a hit like last night’s Bourbon Chicken, which I forgot to take a picture of.  In my defense, I was too busy eating the meal and remembering how damn good that … Continue reading →

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Tales of Erana: Myths and Legends by Alexandra Butcher

This book is a collection of five short stories that take place in the world of Erana.  They are about the history and legends of this world where magic is illegal.  It is a supplemental book to the Light Beyond … Continue reading →

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House of Pointy Ears

Welcome to . . . have we met before?  You look familiar.  Must have one of those faces or I’ve been sniffing too much pixie dust.  Anyway, Welcome to House of Pointy Ears.  We like to call ourselves H.O.P.E. even … Continue reading →

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What Do You Think About Non-Human Characters?

One of the biggest parts of fantasy and science fiction are the non-human races.  For some reason, fantasy gets hit pretty badly because people who read a lot of the genre get tired of the ‘cliche’ races.  Elves, dwarves, halflings, … Continue reading →

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Fall Into Fantasy Tour: Between by Lisa Swallow

Welcome to the Fall Into Fantasy Tour, where we are keeping your mind off any end-of-summer blues and welcoming the cooler weather by introducing you to some incredible fantasy reads to curl up with and giving you plenty of chances … Continue reading →

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Goals to Get to the Finish Line

(First, note that ‘Beginning of a Hero’ is now on Netgalley.  Click on the cover to the right to go there.  Check it out or even vote on the cover.) Last week was rough.  My mom had her surgery, but … Continue reading →

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Fanart Week: Yola Biggs by Kayla Matt

Last character of the week, so I want to say big thank you to Kayla Matt for all of these great pictures.  We’re ending on Yola Biggs the Chaos Goddess who has been on the run from the other deities … Continue reading →

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Fanart Week: Gabriel by Kayla Matt

The God of Destiny and Lord of Hell, Gabriel is the one behind everything as he is forced to forge the paths of every hero and villain in Windemere. Check out Kayla on: Her Website Welcome to Hell Bent Facebook

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Fanart Week: Cessia by Kayla Matt

Cessia the Goddess of Luck is one of the oldest deities and always a good idea to keep in mind when you’re praying in a pinch. Check out Kayla on: Her Website Welcome to Hell Bent Facebook

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