Today, I am excited to share an epic fantasy novel in our book blast spotlight! Learn about Ophia's Sister-Soul from the Parting the Veils series by author Seth Mullins!  Check out the book, learn about the author and be sure to enter for a chance to win a prize in the book tour giveaway at the end of this post!

Parting the Veils, Book One

Epic Fantasy / Visionary Fiction / Magical Realism

Date Published: 04-19-2025

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Colleen Addison fears that the messages she receives from a place called Ophia prove she’s losing her mind. As she grieves for her lost twin sister, Earth’s civilizations, divorced from magic and wonder, crumble.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the Partition, Esperidi Mon-Sequana discovers she’s the last surviving Sophryne, a Wakeful Dreamer cast adrift as Ophia convulses beneath the weight of atrocities done to Her, spilling Her anguish in fire and floods.

With naught but dreams and waking omens to guide her, Esperidi ventures across a ravaged land where marauders are a law unto themselves, and the Shetain priesthood demands that Ophia’s children appease the Rupture with penance and blood.

Lost and bereaved, Colleen and Esperidi reach for hope and salvation beyond the camouflage Veils, unsuspecting of the ties that bind them across lifetimes and worlds…

About the Author

Throughout my life's myriad twists and turns, one desire has always stayed strong in me: to write epic tales that illuminate the inner world of our souls. I write fiction that depicts the journey of self-discovery in a dramatic and emotionally cathartic way. I'm inspired by methods of inner exploration like dream-work and shamanism, wherein one takes an inward plunge and then shares the fruits of that deep descent with the wider community. That, to me, is the essence of what any art form is really about.

I think the artistic impulse takes it for granted that the universe is forever unfinished; we all have unique gifts that bring something to Creation that would not otherwise ever exist.

My inspirations/influences include writers like Jane Roberts, L. Frank Baum, Barbara Marciniak, Stephen R. Donaldson, Frank Herbert, Lewis Carroll, Jack Kerouac, and Robert E. Howard.  Though I've enjoyed writing in many genres and styles, speculative fiction remains my biggest passion.

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This morning, I have an epic fantasy adventure novel to share! Check out The Ghosts of Rathalla, read my thoughts on the novel, learn about author Matthew K. Perkins, and be sure to check out the other tour stops and enter the book tour giveaway at the end of this post.

Perkins Creates an Intricate Epic Fantasy World with Amazing Characters in The Ghosts of Rathalla. I often shy away from "epic fantasy" novels. I love fantasy plots, but when I see the words "epic fantasy," I think of an overwhelming book with a thousand pages filled with supplemental information like maps, glossaries, family trees, etc.,  necessary for the epic fantasy to make any sense. This novel is absolutely perfect. The author makes incredible use of every single word in this novel to create an intricate fantasy world, develop strong, inspiring characters, and weave together various tribes, histories, relationships, beliefs, and points of view. The novel is action-packed, the dialogue is well-placed, and the flow of the scenes is realistic. In less than 200 pages, the author creates a unique fantasy world, wonderful characters, and a suspenseful storyline that (hopefully) sets the stage for a series I was sad to leave.

Expect Heroes. In a world where I expect to be disappointed in people, I generally find that the heroes and heroines in fantasies often also disappoint.  The author does a wonderful job creating heroic characters that follow their own moral compasses--but also feel natural and human.  Watching the characters learn and grow together and through the scenes to accomplish their goals allowed me to become quite attached to the story's outcomes.

Would I Recommend The Ghosts of Rathalla by Matthew K. Perkins? It took me several pages to fall into the author's world-building and characters--but once the pieces began to click together, I couldn't put the book down until the end. I will definitely pick up another book from the author without hesitation.  If you enjoy well written, thoroughly developed fantasy worlds with strong engaging characters, this novel is a must read. You will find some resolution to the immediate story--but you will also want to follow the story and the characters in more adventures.

Matthew K. Perkins is a proud Wyoming native, where he completed an MA in English Literature from the state’s lone university. He currently lives in Denver, Colorado, with his wife, three sons, and two dogs. He is the author of two novels, 'Saint in Vain' (2018) and 'The Ghosts of Rathalla' (2024).

 

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Today, I have a science fiction / epic fantasy in our book blitz spotlight!  Check out The Seers: The Awakening and learn about author James Hai!

The Awakening, Book One

Sci-fi Fantasy - Epic

Date Published: December 20, 2022

 Shedding light unto the darkness overpowering the globe and all its elements, the Seers face a losing battle against the Corrupts, who crave nothing but wealth, world-domination and a bleak universe of despair under their control. Kyle Wynn, who dives deep into the distorted life of a new Seer, learns as much as he can from the last remaining Elders as well as fellow-Seers, even if it means leaving behind everything he once believed in. While embarking on a crucial mission to keep the Corrupts at bay, the Seers try to strengthen their numbers before they come face-to-face with the Corrupts. Fearing the massive inevitable coming battle may be their very last, this immortal war threatens not only the pillars of Earth but existence in its entirety. It’s a race against time across the globe as the Seers search of the last ancient remnants left behind by the Original Seers, that is key to humanity’s survival, as they fend-off the Corrupts lest they fall into the wrong hangs.

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James Hai is a new author who has written a number of fictional suspense and scifi thrillers. With hopes of bringing them to life as he debut.

James has dabbled in the arts of various kind as a youngling; from drawing, painting, writing lyrics and songs during grade school years to singing horribly and loudly to the tunes of many oldies – like Whitney Houston, Elvis, Madonna, Roxette, Bette Midler, Cindy Lauper, Tina Turner and even earlier songs like Patsy Cline and Ben E. King, only because the songs had meaning in the words. And thus began James’ passion with words . . . writing.

Before he could even write his first piece of lyrics or stories, he had made up short stories and orally told them to family and friends through out the years. It was in telling these stories that he saw how alluring and intrigued people got when they listened to or heard a GOOD story. The better the story was the more intent they focused and the longer they gave attention to it.

Through the years working in the corporate world in recruiting, sales and business in general, he had learned how important story telling was. Key to his success in all those fields was his ability to tell a good story (of the company, of the people, of the product, and of the services he worked for) that allured and intrigued the customers enough to give it an ear to learn more.

That gift has always been a part of him, from his earlier years as his family fled as refugees with the eventual opportunity to live an American Dream. He continues to hone this skill, from his secondary school years living away from home and being raised by the SVDs (Society of Divine Word), a religious and dedicated organization of men & women who trained people to be religious and spiritual in their own unique way, until his graduation earning a Bachelors Degree in Philosophy and finally moving back to secular life.

After orally telling short random stories for so long, family and friends suggested he share those stories to a broader group, the general public. He now concentrate on sharing newly created stories with the inspiration of giving inspiration, shedding light in times of darkness, and giving hope when it seems hopeless. As he would state: Life can be Good, if you know how to appreciate it!

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Today, I have a Mongolian epic saga in our book release blitz spotlight!  Check out Daughter of the Yellow Dragon and learn about author Starr Z. Davies and the other books of the Fractured Empire Saga series!

Fractured Empire Saga, Book 1

Historical Fantasy, Historical Fiction

Release Date: September 13, 2021

Publisher: Pangea Books

Genghis Khan united a nation and created a vast empire for his heirs. But after 200 years of civil war, his empire has fallen into the dark ages.

Mandukhai dreams of being a fierce warrior woman, but her dreams are shattered when she is forced to become the second wife to the Great Khan.

Unebolod spent his life in the Great Khan’s shadow, preparing for a day when he can seize control of the empire. But when he forms a dangerous alliance with Mandukhai, it swiftly transforms into a passion that could destroy them both.

Just as the two are certain their fate will one day bring them together and make Unebolod the next Great Khan, a young prince surfaces to steal the Great Khan's attention and the hearts of the nation.

Daughter of the Yellow Dragon is the first book in a gripping, gritty historical fiction series based on the epic life of one of the most underrated women in history. The series draws you into a world of brutal Mongol steppe life, deadly political games, and supernatural beliefs.

Please be advised: This book contains adult situations, graphic violence, assault, and personal loss.

Other Books in the Fractured Empire Saga:

Lords of the Black Banner

Book 2

Coming December 13, 2021

Mother of the Blue Wolf

Book 3

Coming April 11, 2022

Empress of the Jade Realm

Book 4

Coming Aug 22, 2022

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STARR Z. DAVIES is a Midwesterner at heart. While pursuing a degree at the University of Wisconsin, Starr gained a reputation as the "Character Assassin" because she had a habit of utterly destroying her characters emotionally and physically -- a habit she steadfastly maintains. Starr's new Mongolian Epic is based on the life of Queen Mandukhai -- a powerful woman history seems to have forgotten.

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Today, I have an epic fantasy series in our book spotlight.  Check out the books of The Val-Harra Saga, learn about author Kevin Potter & enter for a chance to win a prize in the book tour giveaway at the end of this post.

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