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Daniel Sheley

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Daniel Sheley is the author of Heartcoil, Lux Mendacium, and the mythic fantasy Vaeritas Saga. His upcoming works include For Scales Alone and The Soul-Sung, which was named a finalist in the Writers’ League of Texas Manuscript Contest.

He was born in Bradenton, Florida, where he grew up on the rough side of the city. Each day brought a new struggle. Later he moved to Westfield, New York — the first place he could truly call home. There he became involved in community and sports and discovered a love for music. That rhythm and cadence would later shape his prose.

After high school, Daniel attended college and then joined the U.S. Navy, serving in both technical and leadership roles. Today he lives in Midland, Texas with his wife and their ble
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Daniel Sheley Right now, I'm very busy with writing, Editing and Marketing. But when I do get time to sit down with a book right now, I am reading Stephen R. Lawhea…moreRight now, I'm very busy with writing, Editing and Marketing. But when I do get time to sit down with a book right now, I am reading Stephen R. Lawhead's King Raven Trilogy. (less)
Daniel Sheley The mystery of who my birth father is. I have often as a child made up stories of who it might be. Or what would happen if suddenly he had appeared.
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A TOAST’S PURPOSE

While I was sitting in my chair last night, I gazed at the small, crocheted toast that my wife had given me. It says, 'A Little Toast to Your Accomplishment.' You did it. It was a gift she had given me for my new job and my latest book. And a spark of an idea hit me whilst I stared. I wrote a concise flash fiction story. Then said Well, what should I do with this. Well, I decided. I'll share it wi

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A fascinating if sometimes absurdly funny book. I devoured it in short time. Even took a brief break from my own writing to finish it. The characters 10/10 The plot and themes 10/10 the prose 8.5 (though honestly from another view I'd give it a 9) Or ...more
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"Emerse yourself in the world of Greyhaven. When small things have a big bite and revenge is worth the price. Daniel's description and world build are among the best. I truly felt like I was there waiting with held breath to see what would happen next" Read more of this review »
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"Insane writing

Sheley’s writing style is unlike anything I’ve seen before. Poetic and rugged and thoughtful. A unique story of grief and revenge with a character arc I didn’t expect. Amazing story. "
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