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Destiny Cycle Publishers Relaunch Epic Celtic‑Inspired Fantasy Series

Revised editions of Blades of Destiny and Stone of Destiny arrive alongside the new Heart of Destiny, expanding a mythic saga rooted in 5th‑century Ireland.

SEATTLE, Wash., October 14, 2025— Destiny Cycle Publishers today announced the refreshed Destiny Cycle novel line—two revised editions and a new third volume—bringing sharper storytelling, deeper world‑building, and streamlined continuity to a cinematic, Celtic‑inspired epic tale.

Set in vividly realized 5th‑century Erin (Ireland), the series follows Breanna Ban Morna—a fierce warrior of Norse and Gael blood—chosen by the Tuatha Dé Danann to defend her people and land while confronting the costs of power, clan loyalty, and the Cycle of Time.

“Blades and Stone are tighter and more immersive, while Heart of Destiny raises the stakes in ways that test everything Breanna believes about fate and free will,” said author James Raquepau. “Special thanks to my editors, Holly and Sigrid, who made my storyline shine; my illustrator and artist, Nadiia, for the amazing covers in the Destiny Cycle Novel Series; and Toledo for composing my novel series soundtracks.”

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Hey Fans,

I'm pleased to announce that Blades of Destiny Revised Edition III is now available on all of my sales channels - Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Google, Apple, etc. The price is just $0.99 everywhere for the ePub versions! Paperbacks are $11.99.

The new Revised Edition mainly adds a consistent POV change approach across all three novels, along with some content updates and edits suggested by Holly and Sigrid (my editors at Evil Eye Editing)!

Once you've read the book, please write a review wherever you usually purchase books (e.g., Amazon) and on Goodreads - I need to increase my review count here!

Thanks for your support!

Best - Author James Raquepau

P.S. Here's the new promo text for Blades of Destiny!

A brutal force has landed in ancient Celtic Ireland—and the gods of Erin will not remain silent!

When a savage band of pre-Viking Norse raiders threatens the sacred lands of ancient Erin, the Mother Goddess Danu intervenes. But she cannot act alone. Alongside the Tuatha Dé Danann Gods, she calls upon Breanna Ban Morna—a fierce Gaelic warrior born of both Norse and Gael blood—to fulfill a destiny she never asked for.

Driven by her geas and torn between worlds, Breanna is thrust into a perilous quest to find the lost Lann Dàn, the Blade of Destiny—one of three ancient relics needed to drive the Norse Dreadlord and his followers from their island. Her gods have chosen her. Magical Blades await her. But only she can decide if she’s ready to shape the fate of a nation! Or will she be turned into one of the enemies by her hated father?

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Lann Dàn: Blades of DestinyToledo Vintiñi, in collaboration with Bards of Destiny, has released a new Blades of Destiny Soundtrack. This latest track is the fourth song in the coming album. A Hero's Destiny follows chapter three in the novel. Toledo captures Breanna Ban Morna's quest for the magical Lann Dàn nicely, keeping to the setting of fifth-century Ireland as the track builds toward locating the diamond long blades wrought by Badb Catha, the Tuatha Dark Goddess, in the rugged Cuilcagh Mountains.

In reflecting on the feel of Blades of Destiny Chapter Three - Quest for Lann Dàn, I love how A Hero's Destiny finishes with an epic flourish!‍

The new soundtrack releases (along with each novel's song) are available on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube Music! Listen today!‍ Just search for Bards of Destiny!
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Best - Author James Raquepau
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Discover "Stone of Destiny": A Fantasy Adventure Worth Exploring!

Looking for an immersive, page-turning fantasy experience? Stone of Destiny Revised Edition I recently received an impressive overall score of 86 on Quantifiction’s AI-powered manuscript assessment—well above the threshold for consideration by fantasy publishers.

With a potential reach of 1–5 million copies and a genre fit score of 89, this story blends captivating themes with rich emotions, ensuring a gripping read. Perfect for fans of epic tales, this book promises an adventure that will keep you engaged from start to finish.

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Best - James

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Discover "Blades of Destiny": A Fantasy Adventure Worth Exploring!

Looking for an immersive, page-turning fantasy experience? Blades of Destiny Revised Edition II recently received an impressive overall score of 86 on Quantifiction’s AI-powered manuscript assessment—well above the threshold for consideration by major fantasy publishers. With a potential reach of 1–5 million copies and a genre fit score of 84, this story blends captivating themes with rich emotions, ensuring a gripping read.

Perfect for fans of epic tales, this book promises an adventure that will keep you engaged from start to finish. Don’t miss out on this highly-rated fantasy novel—dive in and experience the magic for yourself!

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Best - James

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Destiny Cycle Three Content Creation Phase Complete!

I am pleased to announce that the Ćroí Dàn - Heart of Destiny, Dàn Cycle Three content creation phase has been completed! I'll be editing for the next week or two, then hand it off to a few early readers, and I expect to send it off to my editors in early April!

The manuscript is 100K words, a bit longer than the previous two novels. We'll see what my editors cut out for pacing!

Best - Author James Raquepau

P.S. Some of you might ask how Ćroí Dàn is pronounced in English - it is Kree Dawn! The Goddess cast within the Heart-shaped ruby is also called Mo Chroí by Erin's Hero, Breanna Ban Morna!

📢 Goodreads Giveaway – Phase 2 is Here! 📢

To celebrate the completion of the content writing phase for Croí Dàn - Heart of Destiny, I’m launching another Goodreads Giveaway Contest! 🎉

🔥 Giveaway begins this Wednesday! 🔥
Are you ready for an epic fantasy adventure filled with legendary warriors, ancient prophecies, and mythical battles?

Don't miss out—claim your chance for a free adventure today!

Goodreads Blades of Destiny link: Lann Dàn: Blades of Destiny

Goodreads Stone of Destiny link: Lia Dàn: Stone of Destiny

James Raquepau is an American author of historical fantasy novels, who is known for his Dàn Cycle (aka Destiny Cycle) series. His books weave together history, mythology, and adventure in Celtic Ireland, exploring how Erin’s Hero, Breanna Ban Morna, and her Warriors of Destiny fight to change the fate of the Gaels and Celts!

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To celebrate the end of the content writing phase for Croí Dàn - Heart of Destiny, I've decided to run a second Goodreads Giveaway Contest! The Blades of Destiny and Stone of Destiny Goodreads Giveaways will start on Wednesday the 13th!🎉

Are you ready for an epic fantasy adventure filled with legendary warriors, ancient prophecies, and mythical battles?

Here's your opportunity to catch up on Breanna Ban Morna's heroic story!

Don’t miss this chance to claim your copy!

📅 Giveaway Period: March 13th - March 31st

James Raquepau is an American author of historical fantasy novels. He's known for his Dàn Cycle (Destiny Cycle) series, which weaves together history, mythology, and adventure set in Celtic Ireland and explores the idea of altering the course of history for the Gaels and Celts, through Erin's Hero, Breanna Ban Morna, and her Warriors of Destiny!

My Goodreads Giveaway Contests are now complete! Congratulations to the 200 winners (100 for each Destiny cycle novel)!

Blades of Destiny garnered 1400+ readers who entered and over 1300 readers who shelved it as Want to Read! Stone of Destiny had 1200+ readers who entered and over 1100 readers who shelved it!

Like all authors, I hope positive reviews come out of these fantastic results!

Best - James

P.S. Let me know if you think I should run another Giveaway Contest for Destiny cycle!

Lann Dàn - Blades of Destiny Revised Edition II Goodreads Giveaway! 🎉

Are you ready for an epic fantasy adventure filled with legendary warriors, ancient prophecies, and mythical battles?**

I’m giving away 100 Kindle eBooks of Lann Dàn - Blades of Destiny Revised Edition II on Goodreads! Don’t miss this chance to claim your copy!

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