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Savage Realms Monthly: March 2023: A collection of dark fantasy sword and sorcery short adventure stories
Sword and Sorcery Fans Rejoice!
Pick up the latest issue of Savage Realms Monthly and fill up on stalwart heroes doing battle with the forces of evil in this epic collection of short sword and sorcery fiction. This month brings you an exciting crop of stories, including a rousing tale from David A. Riley of a kidnapped princess and a bard determined to rescue her, a Valkyr swordswoman battling a sorcerous demon, and another tale of Ulfgar and Hanaa. Don't miss the latest issue of Savage Realms!
"Fantastic Sword and Sorcery Action!"
"I hope for a long future for this fun monthly magazine."
"If you need your fix of larger than life, sword wielding hero’s and damsels in distress, look no further!"
Fans of Robert E. Howard, Lin Carter, Clark Ashton Smith, and Karl Edward Wagner will love this new fantasy fiction adventure magazine.
Pick up the latest issue of Savage Realms Monthly and fill up on stalwart heroes doing battle with the forces of evil in this epic collection of short sword and sorcery fiction. This month brings you an exciting crop of stories, including a rousing tale from David A. Riley of a kidnapped princess and a bard determined to rescue her, a Valkyr swordswoman battling a sorcerous demon, and another tale of Ulfgar and Hanaa. Don't miss the latest issue of Savage Realms!
"Fantastic Sword and Sorcery Action!"
"I hope for a long future for this fun monthly magazine."
"If you need your fix of larger than life, sword wielding hero’s and damsels in distress, look no further!"
Fans of Robert E. Howard, Lin Carter, Clark Ashton Smith, and Karl Edward Wagner will love this new fantasy fiction adventure magazine.
- GenresSword and SorceryFantasy
81 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 6, 2023
9 people are currently reading
7 people want to read
About the author
David A. Riley
88 books21 followersDavid A. Riley writes horror, fantasy and SF stories. In 1995, along with his wife, Linden, he edited and published a fantasy/SF magazine, Beyond. His first professionally published story was in the 11th Pan Book of Horror in 1970. This was reprinted in 2012 in The Century's Best Horror Fiction edited by John Pelan for Cemetery Dance. He has had numerous stories published by Doubleday, DAW, Corgi, Sphere, Roc, Playboy Paperbacks, Robinsons, etc., and in magazines such as Aboriginal Science Fiction, Dark Discoveries, Fear, Fantasy Tales. His first collection of stories (4 long stories and a novelette) was published by Hazardous Press in 2012, His Own Mad Demons. A Lovecraftian novel, The Return, was published by Blood Bound Books in the States in 2013. A second collection of his stories, all of which were professionally published prior to 2000, The Lurkers in the Abyss & Other Tales of Terror, was launched at the World Fantasy Convention in 2013. His fantasy novel, Goblin Mire, was published by Parallel Universe Publications in 2015. Their Cramped Dark World is his third collection of short stories. With his wife, Linden, he runs a small press called Parallel Universe Publications, which has so far published ten books. His stories have been translated into Italian, German, Spanish and Russian.
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May 8, 2023
Another solid edition of Savage Realms Monthly. The first story, set in a part Hyborian part historical setting, was excellent sword and sorcery. The second story was equally compelling. The third story had some really interesting pieces, but was partially ruined by the cheesy insults traded back and forth by the main characters.
May 8, 2023
The March 2023 issue marks the nineteenth issue of Savage Realms. In this newest issue we find three returning authors. B. Harlan Crawford's A Consignment from Byblos concerns his barbaric heroine Sigyn. The Dark Priestdom by David A. Riley returns to the s&s world he has created in which several of his reoccurring characters reside. And finally, Terror Beyond the Fjord by Jeff Shelnutt features the duo Hanaa and Ulfgar and their continued shenanigans.
A Consignment from Byblos by B. Harlan Crawford
I've been a fan of Crawford's Sigyn character since I stumbled across the two collections, he self-published on Amazon. Since then, she has appeared in numerous publications. This world Crawford has created is a mix of historical and Hyborian locations¬–an intriguing sandbox. This makes Crawford's third appearance in Savage Realms.
A caravan is beset by raiders. The cargo? A gift between sorcerers. The penalty of not delivering this precious cargo? Horrifying death by a demon.
The Dark Priestdom by David A. Riley
David A. Riley is a fan, author, and editor. This marks the second appearance of Riley in Savage Realms. A storyteller arrives in the city destitute with no prospects until a shifty stranger offers to help change his fortunes. Everything has a price. When his benefactor returns for payment, the storyteller finds himself wanted by the authorities for abduction of a princess. A northern mercenary sees great potential in assisting the storyteller in clearing his name and recovering the princess. The storyteller will live a greater adventure than any story he has ever told.
Terror Beyond the Fjord by Jeff Shelnutt
This is also the second appearance of Jeff Shelnutt in Savage Realms. Hanaa and Ulfgar are at it again. They just want to recover the treasure and get paid. Although they find themselves prisoners on a ship that is menaced by a tentacled monster. On land a lich thing is sacrificing the crew of the ship. Throughout the many dangers both adventurers trade quips and insults.
A Consignment from Byblos by B. Harlan Crawford
I've been a fan of Crawford's Sigyn character since I stumbled across the two collections, he self-published on Amazon. Since then, she has appeared in numerous publications. This world Crawford has created is a mix of historical and Hyborian locations¬–an intriguing sandbox. This makes Crawford's third appearance in Savage Realms.
A caravan is beset by raiders. The cargo? A gift between sorcerers. The penalty of not delivering this precious cargo? Horrifying death by a demon.
The Dark Priestdom by David A. Riley
David A. Riley is a fan, author, and editor. This marks the second appearance of Riley in Savage Realms. A storyteller arrives in the city destitute with no prospects until a shifty stranger offers to help change his fortunes. Everything has a price. When his benefactor returns for payment, the storyteller finds himself wanted by the authorities for abduction of a princess. A northern mercenary sees great potential in assisting the storyteller in clearing his name and recovering the princess. The storyteller will live a greater adventure than any story he has ever told.
Terror Beyond the Fjord by Jeff Shelnutt
This is also the second appearance of Jeff Shelnutt in Savage Realms. Hanaa and Ulfgar are at it again. They just want to recover the treasure and get paid. Although they find themselves prisoners on a ship that is menaced by a tentacled monster. On land a lich thing is sacrificing the crew of the ship. Throughout the many dangers both adventurers trade quips and insults.
April 19, 2023
The latest entry in the SAVAGE REALMS MONTHLY line of new Sword & Sorcery tales and adventures continues to build on the prior issues as the stories are once more fun and exciting for readers new and old. The "Monthly" has managed to keep its format of three stories of varying lengths and now has added some art and graphics to the book by introducing each story with (at present) a standard piece as part of the title and author introduction. SRM has taken the opportunity to present full page art that represents alternate covers AND some great advertising that will be of interest to new readers.
In this issue:
A CONSIGNMENT FROM BYBLOS by B. Harlan Crawford - An attack of opportunity upon a merchant's caravan demands the attention of its demon guardian.
THE DARK PRIESTDOM by David A. Riley - A wandering storyteller's good fortune reveals itself to have been part of a game of thrones from the most ancient of empires.
TERROR BEYOND THE FJORD by Jeff Shelnutt - A monstrous attack at sea casts two companions ashore amidst a horrifying ritual of rebirth.
As always, the stories are fun and entertaining, and at 72 pages, can be consumed in a casual evening's read or a brief journey to strange and savage lands before retiring to a night of dreams and fantasies of your own.
If there is one slight failing to the ongoing SRM effort is that the edits for spelling, formatting, punctuation, and missing words seem to be slightly lacking as there are moments, not many to be sure, that a good copy editor would have quickly caught and fixed. Having said that, it doesn't terribly detract from the stories themselves, though it can be a moment of "hmmm..."
As always, I love the publication and will continue to buy each and every issue as they are released.
In this issue:
A CONSIGNMENT FROM BYBLOS by B. Harlan Crawford - An attack of opportunity upon a merchant's caravan demands the attention of its demon guardian.
THE DARK PRIESTDOM by David A. Riley - A wandering storyteller's good fortune reveals itself to have been part of a game of thrones from the most ancient of empires.
TERROR BEYOND THE FJORD by Jeff Shelnutt - A monstrous attack at sea casts two companions ashore amidst a horrifying ritual of rebirth.
As always, the stories are fun and entertaining, and at 72 pages, can be consumed in a casual evening's read or a brief journey to strange and savage lands before retiring to a night of dreams and fantasies of your own.
If there is one slight failing to the ongoing SRM effort is that the edits for spelling, formatting, punctuation, and missing words seem to be slightly lacking as there are moments, not many to be sure, that a good copy editor would have quickly caught and fixed. Having said that, it doesn't terribly detract from the stories themselves, though it can be a moment of "hmmm..."
As always, I love the publication and will continue to buy each and every issue as they are released.
December 7, 2023
Another S&S Success!
Crawford shares a story with two heroines worthy of further reads. Riley tells of Welgar's sad curse and introduces a grand storyteller. Shelnutt brings a favorite duo to life amidst lots of death - loads of fun sorcery and fatal swords.
Crawford shares a story with two heroines worthy of further reads. Riley tells of Welgar's sad curse and introduces a grand storyteller. Shelnutt brings a favorite duo to life amidst lots of death - loads of fun sorcery and fatal swords.
July 24, 2024
Three more for your appetite
Three more stories for your S&S appetite.
The first one reminded me a little of Red Sonja, and although it is a stand alone story, it could definitely be a story that continues with more adventures.
The second one is done in the first person, which isn't really my preference for reading stories, but it was still well written.
The third story doesn't seem like a stand alone story, it has a warrior and I would say a thief working together. It just makes you want more.
Three more stories for your S&S appetite.
The first one reminded me a little of Red Sonja, and although it is a stand alone story, it could definitely be a story that continues with more adventures.
The second one is done in the first person, which isn't really my preference for reading stories, but it was still well written.
The third story doesn't seem like a stand alone story, it has a warrior and I would say a thief working together. It just makes you want more.
February 28, 2024
Near perfect. No sorcery required.
Savage Realms Monthly consistently brings new Sword And Sorcery tale to the world. This issue is no different. Adventure, magic, evil and daring escapades , sometimes with a healthy dose of humor can found in these pages.
Savage Realms Monthly consistently brings new Sword And Sorcery tale to the world. This issue is no different. Adventure, magic, evil and daring escapades , sometimes with a healthy dose of humor can found in these pages.
June 6, 2023
Savage Realms Monthly: March 2023, 4/5
"A Consignment From Byblos" by B. Harlan Crawford, 4.5/5
"The Dark Priestdom" by David A. Riley, 4/5
"Terror Beyond the Fjord" by Jeff Shelnutt, 3/5
"A Consignment From Byblos" by B. Harlan Crawford, 4.5/5
"The Dark Priestdom" by David A. Riley, 4/5
"Terror Beyond the Fjord" by Jeff Shelnutt, 3/5
July 13, 2023
I'm there for the stories, not the banter.
March 23, 2024
A good trilogy of stories, particularly the final one. I recommend this little magazine to any fan of fantasy.
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