Small Courage: A Short Story

by J. Edwards Holt

From the author of “Little Men, Big Treasures” and “The Summoner’s Gem” comes a short story set in J. Edwards Holt’s fantasy kingdom, Avanoth. When a malicious dragon named Leeba threatens to return and destroy the land and all of its people, the king assembles a group of his greatest knights. After determining that none of his men are up to the task, the king chooses an unlikely candidate to go and face the dreaded dragon. This decision causes much controversy among the people of Avanoth, and many begin to doubt the king’s judgement. Confident in his decision, the king sends his chosen one to confront Leeba, despite the warnings of his counsel.

11 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 29, 2019

About the author

J. Edwards Holt is an American author who has always harbored a passion for writing. After initially pursuing a degree in education, he followed his heart to become a novelist and children's author. Now celebrated as a bestselling author, Holt is also an ordained minister and a dedicated mental health advocate. In his free time, he enjoys reading and actively contributes to the well-being of the less fortunate in his community. His works often carry Christian messages and he delights in the realms of science fiction and superheroes, with a notable collection of comic books to his name.

Holt's literary contributions include the haunting tale "The Crossing: A Wayfarer’s Chronicles," and the award-winning children's book "The Jealous Little Ogre," which clinched the Golden Wizard Book Prize. He is also known for his Barrenworld series and his involvement in the anthology "Called to Intercede," which topped the Amazon Best Seller List. Beyond his novels, Holt has expressed his creativity through poetry and has been recognized for his efforts in translating important works to reach a wider audience.

Reviews

[Rob Shackleford · Rating 5 out of 5]

J. Edwards Holt is a rising star of fantasy epics.