February 2022 – Author Appleton

Cover reveal and tease! The Swordmaster’s Glory publishes next month

AuthorAppleton on February 22, 2022

Coming next month! The Swordmaster’s Glory (The Sword of the Dragon origins). This novelette ties directly into the other novels, expanding the lore and ancient history of Subterran.

The wizard Hermenuedis has burned the lands of the Eiderveis, and only the fairy tree remains along the banks of the stream. But the albino dragon sends Theseun, one of the legendary swordmasters, to bring the fairies to safety. When the wizard’s army comes upon them, can anyone survive?

Cover reveal! SHARDS IN BELIAL

AuthorAppleton on February 19, 2022

I am so excited to reveal (finally) the cover for the first full-novel release in The Sword of the Dragon origins series! Coming Summer 2022, this epic fantasy lands us in the midst of the ancient war, as the unholy trinity of wizards wreaks havoc upon the lands of Subterran.

When the unholy trinity of ancient wizards mysteriously arrived in Subterran, Olympan and the other swordmasters rose from the lands touched by the prophets to fight them at every opportunity. Now, the war has arrived at Olympan’s doorstep, and the most dreaded member of the wizard trinity is behind it. Meanwhile, Ooletta is struggling to accept the role thrust upon her by her people: the role of high priestess. If she cannot accept her fate, then what destiny will she choose?

The Swordmaster’s Glory novelette is written!

AuthorAppleton on February 15, 2022

Today I finished writing a story which I’ve been meaning to do for a few years. It’s titled The Swordmaster’s Glory (The Sword of the Dragon origins) and will be published next month. It’s an exclusive release to all email list subscribers. Currently, I have several artists competing for the cover design and I have a few promising contenders. You can expect to see the cover revealed next week!

The Soul of Story audiobook- free peek

AuthorAppleton on February 2, 2022

The Soul of Story has taken off incredibly well. Not since the release of my first novel has one of my books resonated so quickly with readers. Seeing this, I have decided to produce the audiobook version as well… And here is a free sample for your listening pleasure!