The Sword and Laser discussion

This is Jeffrey L. Kohanek, author of The Runes of Issalia epic fantasy series.

The Buried Symbol, book I of the series, is FREE to download May 1-3. https://www.amazon.com/Buried-Symbol-...

The series is a trilogy and book III, An Empire in Runes, just released on April 27th, so you can enjoy the entire series without waiting for the next book.

I fully realize that not every book is for every reader. Accordingly, I suggest that you read the info below and decide if my series is for you:

SERIES OVERVIEW
• Categorized as Coming of Age fantasy, book one features a teen who discovers a lost magic and learns to harness it. In subsequent books, he and his friends become central figures in a quest to save humanity from extinction.
• The magic system is core to the series and is logic-based. You, as the reader, share in the discovery process and learn the capabilities and limits of the magic along with the main character.
• Secrets and conspiracies are critical elements of the overarching plotline
• Book one is written from a single POV, while other POVs are added in books two and three. The story is character-driven, with a small cast of main characters along with a wider group of supporting characters.
• It’s a zero-to-hero tale with the first book focused on the protagonists rise from nothing. I equate book I to a super hero origin tale, depicting how he gets his powers and sets the table for books two and three.
• The scope of the story expands quickly in the second book, leading up to an intense, 80-page long, final battle in the third book.
• While the antagonist is admittedly weak in book I (an entitled, spoiled brat with some psychological problems), the enemies featured in the second and third book are far more impressive.
• Lastly, my writing style tends to be straightforward with the goal to entertain (think Sanderson) rather than attempting flowery prose in hopes of astounding readers with poetic verse. There are exceptions where I weaved a bit in here and there when I felt compelled to do so.

HOWEVER:
• If you are all about grimdark, this series is NOT for you.
• If you prefer a mystical and whimsical approach to magic, this series is not for you.
• If you seek out literary fiction with extravagant prose, this series is not for you.
• If you seek traditional D&D/Tolkien settings/creatures, this series is not for you.