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Adare Elyse

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author:J.R.R. Tolkien, author:C.S. Lewis

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Adare Elyse writes young adult fantasy and science fiction novels when she isn’t busy dressing in medieval costume and contriving puns. Her work has earned multiple awards and featured in various publications. Powered by tea and epic music, she draws inspiration from the nearby beautiful Rocky Mountains, her travels around the world, and her passion to share uplifting truth in fiction. You can check out her newsletter freebies, latest books, and blog at adare-elyse.com. ...more

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Author Interview: Hope Bolinger, Paintball with Dragons

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Encountering dragons and swimming with sharks? Today’s interview features Hope Bolinger, who shares about her experiences that led her to write a book about a boy who sees dragons perhaps no one else does. And if that isn’t impressive enough, check out her credentials!

About Hope Bolinger

Hope Bolinger is an acquisitions editor and the author of almost 30 books. When she isn’t accidentally writi

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Paintball With Dragons by Hope Bolinger
Paintball With Dragons
by Hope Bolinger (Goodreads Author)
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I confess, contemporary fantasy usually isn’t my thing, but when I heard about this book, I just had to check it out. The text has an easy flow, carrying with delicacy and beauty its theme of walking through grief. At the time I read it, I had lost m ...more
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Ties of Death by Constance Lopez
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From the incredible hook at the beginning, this book captivated me, and I couldn’t put it down. I loved the main man all the way through. Once again the author has expanded her story world with a new variety of magic that was perfect for the plot, pl ...more
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A Shadowed Kingdom by Ariel Avelar
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Finally, an epic fantasy series worthy to become the classic of its generation, with the scope of Tolkien, the spiritual depth of Lewis, and clean high stakes adventure!

The resurrected kings of all ages must overcome ruthless pirates, fearsome shadow
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Jake Rogers' Planet by Philip Wilder
Jake Rogers' Planet
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Very compelling. I had no idea how greatly I would enjoy this since I’m not in the target audience of teenage guys, but I couldn’t put it down. It’s incredibly well written, with vivid descriptions of a fascinating alien landscape and unique creature ...more
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Suspended in the Stars by E.A. Hendryx
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In a few words: very compelling. I kept telling myself I’d stop at the end of a chapter, but then start reading the next one and have to finish it, too. The premise goes far beyond a circus on a spaceship to a thrilling, well-paced adventure with sec ...more
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Of Tides and Treason by Constance Lopez
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Another satisfying installment in the Kasmian Chronicles. As usual, the title is perfect. I really appreciated the redemptive arc and eastern culture flavor of this story. Mellie’s connection with animals is an endearing and delightful part of the st ...more
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The Thief's Keeper by Kyrie Wang
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I typically read two genres of books: full-on fantasy to escape real life, and non-fiction to improve my real life. While The Thief’s Keeper definitely falls in the first category, I realized pretty far in that the story had hooked me without any big ...more
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City of a Thousand Tears by Pamela   Hart
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