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Sam Larson

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Sam Larson is a writer of young adult fantasy, weaving together stories of adventure, resilience, and hope. He works as a school psychologist in a New York City high school. Drawing on his professional expertise in adolescent development, Sam brings authenticity and emotional depth to his characters and their journeys. His passions for ancient weapons and warfare, fencing, martial arts, and history fuel the action and worldbuilding in his novels, giving his stories a sense of realism and intensity.

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Born of Broken Chains: Book 1 of the Gifted Era Wars

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The Ninth Rain (The Winnowing Flame Trilogy, #1)

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