It seems incredible that one year ago today I took the decision to start a YouTube channel and self-publish my book, and yet here we are....

I am so glad I picked this book up! What a great read. Comprehensive world review here: For Text Loves: The world is based on the...

From 12 November 2021 to 17 November 2021, The Hidden Blade is completely free of charge on Amazon. Download it here!...

The Hidden Blade is done, The Ducal Heir is in editing, I create a new boat.

It's gone to the ARC reviewers to a so far positive response. It's also available on presale order here: The Hidden Blade by Marie M....

As The Hidden Blade nears editing completion, it's cover art almost done (can't wait to share that widely!) I have been working away at...

Book review for Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne. Shadow of the gods is the first book in a brand new series and it's a great one!

A spoiler free review of Downtown Selkie by Angelika Rust

A spoiler free book review for Sword of Fire by Katherine Kerr

Genre: Fantasy, I'd categorize it as grimdark or horror. Length: Novella The Skinny: The Opening: The book opens strong with a murder...

So while I'm working on getting book 1 (The Hidden Blade) into publication, I've started working on book 2 (The Ducal Heir). It's a very...

So I needed a way to introduce my lancer character in The Hidden Blade. He's a very combat orientated character so I introduced him by...

I knew when I first designed my world that I didn't want to use a standard clock to mark the passing of time. I didn't much like sundials...

I was going through my world building notes and wondering if my currency system is complex enough. The answer is probably no, but then...

After a lot of recent alterations to my first book, I finally got to the point where I needed to do a full read through of the book. I...

So this week I've been on a kick to create creatures for my world. First, I need a means to send messages that weren't magic per se and...

Adding a shanty to my world. Talking about magic in a fantasy world. A brief overview of Allomancy.

If you give an individual the ability to call down thunder and lightning. To summon the very elements and to command the laws of the...

Here, on planet earth, we have a rich history of mythology that makes for great legends, tales and stories. That mythology has built up...

This week I discuss how to use games and gambling in your world to enrich the cultural experience of your readers or players. I also...