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Paul Heisel

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Born
in Fort Lee, The United States
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Genre
Fantasy, Science Fiction

Influences
J.R.R. Tolkien
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Terry Brooks
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Member Since
August 2025


Paul Heisel is the author of the Keeper of the Deer fantasy series, beginning with The Servant. His writing blends intrigue, magic, and family conflict in a grounded style inspired by Tolkien, Terry Brooks, and Terry Goodkind.

Heisel has been building the world of Elarandor for decades — a realm of ancient relics, druid councils, and fractured loyalties where survival often depends on wit as much as courage.

When he isn’t writing, Paul lives in Texas, where he enjoys food, wine, fast cars, and Friday-night martinis. He continues to expand the series with upcoming volumes, collector’s editions, and immersive lore for readers who like to lose themselves in a richly detailed world.

Follow his work at paulheisel.com
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Paul Heisel For me, the best part of being a writer is the worldbuilding — shaping a place that feels immersive without overwhelming the story. The world should b…moreFor me, the best part of being a writer is the worldbuilding — shaping a place that feels immersive without overwhelming the story. The world should be an intriguing backdrop, not the star. As an engineer and science nerd at heart, I love building a fantasy world that still runs on logic and consistent rules. That attention to detail is what excites me most.(less)
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Paul Heisel I find inspiration in music — Alan Parsons especially, songs I know by heart. I’m also inspired by the stories themselves; they demand to be told and …moreI find inspiration in music — Alan Parsons especially, songs I know by heart. I’m also inspired by the stories themselves; they demand to be told and shared. A good cup of Major Dickason’s Blend coffee doesn’t hurt either. But the greatest inspiration comes from within — following the instinct of the heart, finding the path, and carrying the story to its true destination.(less)
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" No worries, there are sections where the action happens, then there is a rewind of other characters and action prior to that section. Thanks! "
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"If you are as drawn in by the first chapter as I was, this book will be a pure delight. I had Heisel recommended to me while working my way through Joe Abercrombie’s First Law trilogy, and was happy to have taken the detour.

Paul’s writing style has " Read more of this review »
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"From the very first chapter, The Servant completely pulled me in. By the end of Chapter 1, I was fully invested in Radcliffe and the compelling cast of supporting characters. Paul Heisel has created a world filled with suspense, intrigue, and wonder " Read more of this review »
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