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Sam Carnes writes stories of love between men across history and legend.

Drawn to the richness of history, mythology, and storytelling, he creates novels and novellas that transport readers to other times and places. From medieval England and ancient Peru to the lost civilization of Atlantis, his stories combine romance, adventure, friendship, and discovery with immersive settings and memorable characters.

As a gay author, representation in literature is important to him. His work seeks to present authentic LGBTQ characters while exploring themes of love, belonging, courage, and human connection across cultures, centuries, and even legendary ages long forgotten. He is also committed to including forms of representation that have often been ov ...more

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	The Assembly of Magic: The Story of Myrddin in Ancient Atlantis (The Myrddin Chronicles, #1) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Skin in the Game: THe Hooded Warrior Spy - Is my latest book telling the story of an uncut American spy in World War 2. It is my latest work celebrating the foreskin through literature.

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Through the Gate (Atlantis University Book 1)

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