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PUBLISHING NEWS
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| | Our Lady of Blades
A Court of Shadows Novel
Two sisters: divided by tragedy, united by steel. The incredible new novel in the Court of Shadows series by the bestselling author of TRAITOR'S BLADE and THE MALEVOLENT SEVEN, Sebastien de Castell.
The book is available worldwide in print and digital format by Hachette
Now on Pre-order for a May Release
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Blood Week may have been banned in Rijou, but the streets still run red—and now murder is being sanctioned by the courts. Only a reckless fool would believe they can beat the system. But then, the Greatcoats have always been more than a little reckless.. .
Rijou's notorious Court of Blades is as corrupt as it is cutthroat, destroying lives with impunity. Now the city's all-powerful Ascendant Houses have started buying and selling verdicts to enslave and even execute those who oppose them.
Into this depraved world of licensed death comes a mysterious duellist who dares to foil the intrigues of the city's elite. They call her Lady Consequence, but years ago she had a different name, until her family was slaughtered and she was consigned to the hellish prison known as the House of Tears.
Lady Consequence means to rescue her idealistic younger brother, restore their House and wreak vengeance upon those who betrayed them. But a far more dangerous game is unfolding in the shadows, one which threatens the freedom of the entire nation.
https://bit.ly/ourladyofblades
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Praise for Sebastien de Castell and his acclaimed GREATCOATS quartet:
'I love the Greatcoats novels... rare examples of books that are fantastic from the first sentence to the last. Combining old-school swashbuckling action with contemporary character and a good dose of grit, these books are the rarest of things, great rollicking fun combined with an emotional punch. I cared about the characters, I laughed out loud at the banter and camaraderie, I HATED the bad guys and girls! Sebastien, write faster!’ JOHN GWYNNE, award-winning author of THE FAITHFUL AND THE FALLEN series.
‘These books are just joyous. This is first-rate fiction, first rate adventure, first rate full stop’
CONN IGGULDEN, bestselling author of THE GOLDEN AGE series
‘Guaranteed to increase household swashbuckling by 100%’
LIBRARY JOURNAL on TRAITOR’S BLADE
‘Sebastien de Castell is a rare talent, one of the most gifted storytellers to emerge in recent years... The Greatcoats now sits in a place of honour on my bookshelf as one of my favourite fantasy series of all time’ BIBLIOSANCTUM on THE GREATCOATS.
‘If I could recommend one series from the last five years that I hold up as the most action-packed and emotionally riveting, I would be hard-pressed to look past Sebastien de Castell's The Greatcoats’
FANTASY BOOK REVIEW on THE GREATCOATS
‘Excellent, page-turnery reading’
BLUE BOOK BALLOON on SPELLSLINGER
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| About Sebastien
Sebastien de Castell had just finished a degree in Archaeology when he started work on his first dig. Four hours later he realised how much he actually hated archaeology and left to pursue a very focused career as a musician, ombudsman, interaction designer, fight choreographer, teacher, project manager, actor and product strategist. His only defence against the charge of unbridled dilettantism is that he genuinely likes doing these things and that, in one way or another, each of these fields plays a role in his writing. He sternly resists the accusation of being a Renaissance Man in the hopes that more people will label him that way.
Sebastien lives in Vancouver, Canada with his lovely wife and two belligerent cats. |  |
| | Tales of Aras
Becoming Fire and Lightning
A new speculative series to build rich and memorable worlds by acclaimed fantasy author
Terrance Niedziela Jr
The book is available in digital format this May Dressed In Love Press
Sometimes God leads us through fire before revealing the lightning within. |
| Dr Michael Jenkins thought his greatest battles were behind him. After surviving a terrorist attack that changed his life forever, he returns home determined to heal and reconnect with family. Instead, he is pulled into the mysterious realm of Aras, a world unlike anything he has ever known.
There, danger lurks in the shadows, powerful forces stir, and the line between courage and fear grows thinner with every step. As Michael struggles to survive in this unfamiliar land, he begins to understand that his scars may hold purpose, his trials may carry meaning, and his faith may be the key to something far greater than he imagined.
Tales of Aras: Becoming Fire & Lightning is the first installment in an exciting, clean speculative fiction series designed to entertain, build rich and memorable worlds, and introduce unforgettable characters who remind readers that God is always at work, even in the most unexpected places.
Adventure awaits. Purpose calls. Faith endures.
https://bit.ly/talesofaras |  |
|  | About Terrance:
Terrance Niedziela Jr. grew up in Wisconsin, USA. He started writing books in the 4th grade, and that passion continued into adulthood.
He received his BS in Ancient Middle East History with a minor in Creative Writing at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and an MA in English and Creative Fiction Writing at Southern New Hampshire University.
His fiction has earned a first-place Foundation Award at the Blue Ridge Mountain Christian Writers Conference, a Fiction Carolina Christian Writers Award, and a second-place Florida Tapestry Award.
He enjoys spending time with his wife, watching cartoons, reading, being in nature, and seeing his students’ light bulbs turn on. He currently lives in South Carolina with his beautiful wife, Shauna, and their dogs. He teaches English to middle schoolers, writes speculative fiction as well as devotions for The Man Cave blog on Dr Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes' website. In 2024 and 2025, his devotions were included in published devotions.
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| About Dressed In Love Press:
Dressed In Love Press is a faith-based publishing company dedicated to sharing stories that inspire, heal, and uplift. Rooted in Christian values, it focuses on meaningful works across genres like Christian living, romance, suspense, and children’s literature—all with the goal of spreading hope and love through storytelling. More information can be found at: DRESSED IN LOVE PRESS | Dr Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes |  |
| | The Convergence
Book Two of the Callum Walker series
The relaunch of the critically acclaimed supernatural series by J.M. Shaw continues in an all-new edition with new content and a new cover!
The book is available worldwide in print and digital formats by Maverick First Press
Expanding epic fantasy world and escalating stakes. |
| In a realm where magic, monsters, and betrayal shape the fate of nations, one man must confront the forces gathering against him.
Callum Walker survived the trials that would have destroyed most warriors—but survival was only the beginning. As ancient powers awaken and rival factions close in, the fragile balance holding the world together begins to fracture.
A dark queen rises. Powerful forces gather. Armies move in the shadows.
Callum and his allies must navigate dangerous alliances, primeval forces, and the growing realisation that the war for the future of their world has already begun.
But some battles cannot be won with steel alone.
And the greatest threat may come from powers no one fully understands.
The Convergence continues the Callum Walker saga with high-stakes adventure, sweeping fantasy world-building, and a hero forced to face the cost of destiny.
https://bit.ly/Convergencerelaunch
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A hidden war is spilling into our world.
Two realms. One veil. A conflict that won’t stay buried.
Callum Walker never asked for power—and he certainly never asked for destiny.
Born with arcane abilities he barely understands, Callum is drawn into a secret magical world of monsters, ancient factions, and uneasy alliances. As his uncontrolled power grows, it attracts the attention of two ruthless brothers locked in a centuries-old war—one a sorcerer, the other a necromancer.
When an ancient prophecy names Callum as the one destined to end the bloodshed, he becomes both weapon and target. Hunted by enemies who want him dead and allies who want to use him, Callum must decide whether he can master his gifts—or be consumed by them.
The Ascension is a dark fantasy novel featuring reluctant heroes, deadly prophecy, moral tension, and a war that refuses to stay buried.
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| About J.M. Shaw:
J. M. Shaw is a Canadian author of fantasy fiction who lives in Alberta with her husband and two young children. She’s been writing since childhood, building worlds from raw imagination and quiet observation, but it took years before she found the courage to share them. For Shaw, storytelling has always been more than a passion. It’s a compass. A sanctuary. A way to make sense of the chaos.
In 2019, Shaw was diagnosed with autism and ADHD, a turning point that brought clarity to a lifetime of feeling “too much” or “too different.” Her intense focus, emotional depth, and ability to live inside fictional worlds became not flaws but the superpowers of a neurodivergent mind. These qualities shape her stories, infusing them with realism, heart, and meaning, and giving her the courage to finally share her creative works. Her worlds may be fantastical, but her characters—flawed, searching, and deeply human—resonate on a personal level.
When she’s not writing, Shaw enjoys connecting with nature, curling up with a good book, and dreaming up new worlds. She also finds joy in encouraging young writers to pursue their own passions.
For more information: www.jmshawauthor.com |  |
| | ORCLAND
Book Three of the Spark Chronicles Series
The Spark Chronicles saga continues by Former NASA Engineer and Air Force Pilot, Pat Daily
Released by Boundary Layer Inc
The book is available worldwide in digital, print, and audio format |
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Will “WonderBoy” Kwan and ShaChri “Feral Daughter” Patel take a well-earned break from their real-life troubles to quest in SPARK for a day. They have a peaceful day planned. They’ll spend the morning exploring OrcLand where Will is convinced alternate solutions exist and then hit Into the Monolith in the afternoon.
They enter the park holding hands. Morrigan, the AI, has other thoughts. For their relationship to survive the war that she sees coming, Will and Feral must be tested.
The test starts today.
Amazon.com: OrcLand: A Spark Chronicles Adventure (The Spark Chronicles) eBook: Daily, Pat: Kindle Store
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From Book 1:
In his mother’s last letter, she wrote, “Find me. Save me.” And Will Kwan had heard those words before. He’d heard them in a video game. Solar Prime Augmented Reality Park, or SPARK, is a theme park for gamers: a sprawling virtual reality complex with quests and games that appeal to all ages. But beneath the surface, SPARK harbours many a secret. When sixteen-year-old Will has to escape the foster system, SPARK is his destination. “Find me. Save me.” What had his mother meant? At SPARK, he runs headlong into the force of nature known as Feral Daughter, another runaway who has chosen to make SPARK her home and her life. As their friendship grows, Will begins to walk a path that will unveil not only the secrets of SPARK but also a whole new perception of his world. So when terrorists threaten his new home and new friend, Will cannot stand idly by. Can Will finally get his closure? Or will SPARK be destroyed, along with the new life he has built. |
| About Pat Daily:
Pat Daily is a polymath, serial entrepreneur, gamer, and the author of the Spark Chronicles, a near-future science fiction series. Pat began his professional career as an engineer and Air Force test pilot. After leaving the military, Pat worked at NASA’s Johnson Space Centre on both the Space Shuttle and International Space Station programs before launching his first company. He has worked globally as a human performance and safety consultant.
When not writing or bringing new airplane designs to life, Pat can be found gaming. He is a fan of role-playing games – particularly open worlds with engaging storylines where actions have consequences. Pat and his wife live in Houston.
Social media links:
Website: https://thepatdaily.com
Blog: https://feraldaughters.wordpress.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patdailyauthor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patdailypics/
X: @patdailyauthor
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21521042.Pat_Daily |  |
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