*Book Tour & Giveaway* The Dream Rider Saga Trilogy

 

Will Dreycott is a superhero. In his dreams...and in yours.

The Hollow Boys

The Dream Rider Saga Book 1

by Douglas Smith

Genre: YA Urban Fantasy 

WINNER OF THE 2023 AURORA AWARD FOR BEST YA NOVEL
WINNER OF THE 2023 JURIED IAP AWARD FOR BEST YA NOVEL

“Thrilling YA fantasy” —BookLife (Editor’s Pick)
“A must-read story for YA fantasy fans.” —Blueink Review (Starred review)
“Inventive, engaging, and boundless fun.” —The Ottawa Review of Books

Vanishing street kids. An ancient evil. The end of the world.
Our only hope? A hero who can't leave home.

At seventeen, Will Dreycott is a superhero...in his dreams. And in yours.

Eight years ago, Will's parents, shady dealers in ancient artifacts, disappeared on a jungle expedition. Will, the sole survivor, returned home with no memory of what happened, bringing a gift...and a curse.

The gift? Will can walk in our dreams. At night in Dream, Will hunts for criminals—and his parents. During the day, his Dream Rider comic, about a superhero no one knows is real, has made Will rich.

The curse? Severe agoraphobia. Will can't go outside. So he makes his home a skyscraper with everything he needs in life—everything but the freedom to walk the streets of his city.

Case, an orphan Will's age, survives on those streets with her younger brother, Fader. Survives because she too has a gift. She hears voices warning her of danger. And Fader? Well, he fades.

When street kids start vanishing, the Dream Rider joins the hunt. Will’s search becomes personal when Case breaks into his tower to escape her own abduction. Fader isn't so lucky.

As Will and Case search for Fader and the missing kids, an unlikely romance grows between the boy with everything and the girl with nothing except the freedom Will longs for.

But as they push deeper into the mystery, they confront an ancient power feeding on these forgotten kids to restore itself. And once restored, no one in the world will be safe.

To defeat this creature, Will must do the impossible.

Go outside.

Indiana Jones meets Teen Titans in The Dream Rider Saga, a fast-paced urban fantasy trilogy from “one of Canada’s most original writers of speculative fiction” (Library Journal).

Praise for The Hollow Boys:

“This arresting series kickoff grips from the start as it introduces its inventive milieu, its flawed but fantastically powered hero, its playful worldbuilding, and a host of tantalizing mysteries. ... [A] vigorously imaginative scenario. ... Takeaway: Thrilling YA fantasy” —BookLife (Editor’s Pick)

“An assured, confident novel ... A must-read story for YA fantasy fans.” —Blueink Review (Starred review)

“Inventive, engaging, and boundless fun.” —The Ottawa Review of Books “A fun supernatural tale with well-developed characters and a touch of romance.” —Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Douglas Smith:

"The man is Sturgeon good. Zelazny good. I don't give those up easy." —Spider Robinson, Hugo and Nebula Awards winner

"A great storyteller with a gifted and individual voice." —Charles de Lint, World Fantasy Award winner

"His stories are a treasure trove of riches that will touch your heart while making you think." —Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo and Nebula Awards winner

 

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The Crystal Key

The Dream Rider Saga Book 2 

Sequel to the AURORA AWARD WINNER and the Juried IAP AWARD WINNER, The Hollow Boys

"Give me the Crystal Key!"

Will Dreycott is the Dream Rider, the agoraphobic teenage superhero who can walk in our dreams but never in the streets of his city. Case is his girlfriend, a survivor of those streets who hears voices that warn her of danger. Fader is her brother, who is very good at disappearing. Together, they defeated a body swapper and a witch to save the world (The Hollow Boys).

Now, Case battles guilt over living sheltered in Will's tower home while her street friends still struggle. Blaming his affliction for Case's sadness, Will searches for a way to live a normal life with the girl he loves—a way to go outside.

But his efforts draw the attention of dark forces. Sinister figures hunt Will in Dream. Intruders scour the vast warehouse of antiquities "acquired" by Will's missing parents. And a masked swordswoman attacks Will, demanding "the Crystal Key" before disappearing into thin air.

Are they all searching for the same thing? Something from Will's parents' shady past? For the swordswoman leaves behind a flowery scent, Will's only memory from the lost expedition eight years ago that gave him powers in Dream but cost him his parents and his freedom.

A trail of dark secrets leads Will, Case, and Fader to a mysterious world. Trapped between warring cults willing to kill for the Crystal Key, the three friends must master strange new powers that grow stronger and wilder the closer they draw to the truth.

This time it's not just the fate of the world at stake...but the multiverse.

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Indiana Jones meets Teen Titans in The Dream Rider Saga, a fast-paced urban fantasy trilogy from "one of Canada's most original writers of speculative fiction" (Library Journal).

Praise for The Crystal Key:

"The richly inventive Dream Rider adventure continues in this second appealing entry...with an exciting plot... always enlivened by the Smith hallmarks of crack dialogue, fun sleuthing and puzzle-solving, a strong throughline of emotion, a swift pace...and a principled refusal to settle for the familiar. Takeaway: This thrilling superpowered urban fantasy series continues to grip." (New readers should start with book one.) —BookLife (Editor's Pick)

"The engrossing second installment of Douglas Smith’s Dream Rider Saga trilogy. ... Smith continues to demonstrate an ability to expertly weave multiple complex fantasy elements into a cohesive whole. ... This fast-paced story delivers in a big way—and Smith has all his ducks lined up for an explosive conclusion [to the series] that readers won’t want to miss." —Blueink Review (★ Starred review)

Praise for Douglas Smith:

"The man is Sturgeon good. Zelazny good. I don't give those up easy." —Spider Robinson, Hugo and Nebula Awards winner

"A great storyteller with a gifted and individual voice." —Charles de Lint, World Fantasy Award winner

"His stories are a treasure trove of riches that will touch your heart while making you think." —Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo and Nebula Awards winner

"Stories you can't forget, even years later." —Julie Czerneda, multi-award-winning author and editor

 

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The Lost Expedition

The Dream Rider Saga Book 3 

The Thrilling Conclusion to the Multi-Award-Winning Trilogy

Will is the Dream Rider, the superhero who walks in our dreams but never in the streets of his own city. Case is his girlfriend, a survivor of those streets who hears voices warning her of danger. Fader, her brother, is very good at disappearing.

In The Hollow Boys, they defeated a body swapper and a witch to save the world. In The Crystal Key, they battled warring cults to protect an ancient artifact tied to Will's affliction.

The Chakana. The Crystal Key. But the key to what? To finding answers, they hope, to the questions that rule their lives.

What caused their strange powers? And Will's crippling agoraphobia? Can he be cured? Why did their parents travel to the jungles of Peru eight years ago? Are they still alive?

Behind every question is the Chakana. What is the mysterious relic? Why will people kill to possess it? What hold does it have on Will?

As creatures from Inca myths haunt the three friends, another attack on the Chakana threatens Will's life. To save him and solve the mystery of the lost expedition, only one choice remains.

Return to Peru. With the Chakana.

There, they find friends and foes, both old and new. And behind it all, an unseen enemy moving them like pieces on a chessboard.

To win this deadly game, Will, Case, and Fader must master new powers to defeat the most dangerous adversary they've ever faced—a god.

At stake this time? Every life, every world, every universe. Everything.

Indiana Jones meets Teen Titans in The Dream Rider Saga, a fast-paced urban fantasy trilogy from “one of Canada’s most original writers of speculative fiction” (Library Journal).

 

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Douglas Smith is a five-time award-winning author described by Library Journal as “one of Canada's most original writers of speculative fiction.”

His latest work is the multi-award-winning YA urban fantasy trilogy, The Dream Rider Saga. Other books include the urban fantasy novel, The Wolf at the End of the World; the collections, Chimerascope and Impossibilia; and the writer's guide Playing the Short Game.

His short fiction has appeared in the top markets in the field, including The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, Amazing Stories, InterZone, Weird Tales, and many others.

He is a 4-time winner of Canada's Aurora Award as well as the juried IAP Award. He's been a finalist for the Astounding Award, CBC's Bookies Award, Canada's juried Sunburst Award, the juried Alberta Magazine Award for Fiction, and France's juried Prix Masterton and Prix Bob Morane.

 

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*Book Tour & Giveaway* The Starlight Contingency

 

The Starlight Contingency is Titan AE meets Nikita!

The Starlight Contingency

Book 1

by Kyoko M.

Genre: SciFi Romantic Adventure, Space Opera 

Orphaned siblings Scarlett and Duke Nam have had it rough. Cast aside by society, they've managed to stay afloat as thieves on the streets of Alexandria, Virginia. Things plunge straight to hell when a heist goes wrong and they're on the run from the cops, but after they stumble into a nearby home to escape, something seemingly impossible happens - the house transforms into a spacecraft and leaves the Earth's orbit.

Scarlett and Duke awaken to find that they are now prisoners aboard the Titan International Spaceship. The Earth has been destroyed by the Bergleute des Todes, AKA The Miners of Death. Scarlett and Duke are given the chance to become soldiers to fight the aliens who destroyed the world.

The only thing left for them is the hardest thing of all: Survival.

The Starlight Contingency is the new space opera from USA Today best selling author Kyoko M. (She Who Fights Monsters, Of Cinder and Bone).

 

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Kyoko M is a USA Today bestselling author and a fangirl. She is the author of The Black Parade urban fantasy series, the Of Cinder and Bone science-fiction series, and the Starlight Contingency space opera series with Falstaff Books. The Black Parade has been reviewed by Publishers Weekly and New York Times bestselling author Ilona Andrews. Of Cinder and Bone placed in the Top 30 Books in Hugh Howey's 2021 Self Published Science Fiction Contest. Kyoko M has appeared as a guest and panelist at such conventions as Geek Girl Con, DragonCon, Blacktasticon, Momocon, JordanCon, ConCarolinas, and MultiverseCon. She is also a contributor to Marvel Comics' Black Panther: Tales of Wakanda (2021) anthology as well as the Captain America: The Shield of Sam Wilson (2025) anthology. She has a Bachelor of Arts in English Lit degree from the University of Georgia, which gave her every valid excuse to devour book after book with a concentration in Greek mythology and Christian mythology. She is currently working on a science fiction trilogy with Falstaff Books and her debut novel, The Starlight Contingency, released October 29th, 2024.

 

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*Book Tour & Giveaway* Shifters Awakening

 

A small-town vet discovers she's the prophesied multimorph who can transform into any animal and must unite rival clans against an ancient evil while navigating a dangerous romance.

Shifters Awakening

Shifters Destiny: Willow Creek Shifters Book 1

by SK Prince

Genre: Paranormal Romance 

A small-town vet discovers she's the prophesied shifter who can transform into any animal and must unite rival clans against an ancient evil while navigating a dangerous romance.

Emma Carter's life as a small-town veterinarian is turned upside down when a violent attack reveals her hidden ability to shift into any animal. Thrust into a world of rival shifter clans and ancient prophecies, Emma must quickly master her newfound powers.

With the help of the enigmatic wolf shifter Logan, she discovers she's destined to unite the warring factions against a common enemy. But as Emma struggles with her feelings for Logan and the jealousy of other shifters, an ancient sorcerer threatens to destroy everything she's come to love. Can Emma embrace her destiny and her heart in time to save the shifter world?

If you love sexy shifters, action-packed battles between good and evil, and Alpha vibes that sizzle on the page, you’ll love Shifters Awakening from paranormal and urban fantasy romance author SK Prince.

Read it now!

 

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SK Prince lives in Texas where she gets to write about every shifter she can, gleefully making mischief when their fated mate steps into their lives. Her books are full of misdirected magic, supernatural sass, and hot alpha-holes just begging to be tamed. She’s always planning the next weekend research adventure, even though she can’t wait to get home.

 

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*Book Tour & Giveaway* P.O.O.F Please

 

Love is Magical. Let it POOF into your life.

P.O.O.F. Please

Twilight Temptations Book 2

by D.G. Carothers

Genre: LGBTQ M/M Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy 

Love is magical. Let it POOF into your life.

Hey there, it’s your favorite lovable P.O.O.F agent, Nozzag! Buckle up because I’ve got a wild tale for you. Their meeting? Total “oops, my bad” moment, if you catch my drift. Let’s just say, I may have given fate a little nudge! But don’t fret, Tiki and Amalesh are in for a fabulously happy ending. *winks*

Thikoz aka Tiki – a Dragonkin, Sassy Dragon Esthetician, who is dominant and longs to find his mate.

Tiki has countless fantasies about what his ideal partner would be like. He can only hope that when he finally encounters his mate, they’ll be eager to delve into the numerous interests on his Must Try Before I Die list.

Amalesh – a Vampire, Rare Blood Procurer, reclusive introvert, who simply wishes to be left alone with his collection.

When Amalesh is thrown into Tiki’s path, almost literally, he realizes that the world he has observed from a distance is far more enjoyable as an active participant. It only takes a few hundred years and an energetic, dominant dragonkin to uncover that little truth.

P.O.O.F. Please! is set in the world of  Bloodlines of Fate. Twilight Temptations are instalove, high heat, low angst stories that feature various creatures and a guaranteed HEA.

Twilight Temptations is a continuous series and while each story can be read alone it is best to read them in order.

 

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**Don’t miss Book 1 of the series!**

P.O.O.F. Happens

Twilight Temptations Book 1

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Within the shimmering guise of a mortal walks D.G. Carothers, a dragon of cunning intellect. A weaver of LGBTQIA Romance and Urban Fantasy tales, this enigmatic being revels in crafting narratives that dance between realms.

D.G. stands resolute in their commitment to unfurling tales unfettered by constraints. For in their eyes, love transcends all boundaries, a truth woven into the very fabric of their creations.

 

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*Book Tour & Giveaway* Crossing the Line-GUEST POST

 

Running away, young & frightened.

There's no going back.

  

Crossing the Line

by Chris Cloake

Genre: Women’s Fiction

Rebecca is running away from violation and loss. Young, frightened and homeless, but articulate, imaginative and determined, she dreams of a new life, a new self. There’s no going back.

Follow her path into desperate isolation during a freezing winter as she struggles to survive. When stealing offers a way out, fate plunges her into the criminal realm of drugs where the stakes and the hits are high, and deadly, and her existence relies on trust. But who is using who? Is she falling into the same traps again?

Crossing The Line by Chris Cloake leads you through the moral minefield of addiction and throws open the debate over control and consent, with outcomes that will stir deep emotions. If you’re a fan of challenging story lines then this you must read.

Get Crossing The Line now to discover the inescapable truths Rebecca faces as a vulnerable girl in a world driven by greed. Marvel at how her courage and an unexpected ally bring about an earth shattering conclusion.

 

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Chris Cloake was born in 1964 and began telling stories a couple of years later. He grew up in Kent, England. He is motivated to write by a deep interest in life, particularly the cruel, deeply flawed nature of people contrasted with their incredible creativity and inspiration. The power of the natural world is a common theme in his work as a writer and professional photographer. He lives happily with his wife, two children and a large collection of music, books and board games.

 

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STUFF ABOUT ME

I have been writing ever since I can remember.  As a small child I would compose stories for my grandmother to read.  She was a school teacher so I thought she knew everything about what made a good story.

Once at school myself, I always liked my work being chosen to be read aloud to the class.  I loved to be able to share my imagination and hopefully have an effect on others.  I was quite shy then so this was a good way to be heard.

My dream was to be published and be a teller of tales on grand scale.  All of my early efforts were rejected by publishers, and rightly so.  It took years of practice and experience to put together a book that did justice to what I had in mind.  

Self-publishing sped up the process and this latest novel is my eleventh in print.  I spend around eight months actually writing.  The next three months are spent reviewing, get proofs read, corrections and the whole launch and promotion process.

I don’t write with any market in mind.  I let the tale unwind and it takes me where it will.  I pride myself on material that is different.  The underlying thrust is always to explore the human condition, highs and lows, and hopefully get a better understanding of our place in the universe.

When I’m not working, I spend time with my family.  We love sport, movies, board games and holidays.  

 

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*Book Tour & Giveaway* A Beautiful Couple

 

Her husband killed someone. 

She’s the only witness.

  

A Beautiful Couple

by Leslie Wolfe

Genre: Psychological Thriller, Suspense 

“Leslie Wolfe is a rockstar storyteller. I wanted more - how she managed it I do not think I will ever know. You will feel encouraged. You will think what just happened? Most importantly, you will want to read everything Leslie Wolfe has ever written.” Amazon Reviewer Sderebery ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Her husband killed someone. She’s the only witness.

Amanda Davis has it all: a beautiful home, a thriving career, and a charismatic husband who is the darling of television news. But when Paul kills someone in a disturbing accident, Amanda’s perfect world shatters. Pulled into a web of manipulation, deceit, and dark secrets, she becomes his unwilling accomplice, trapped in a twisted, dangerous existence that tests the limits of love and loyalty.

As the weight of the secret bears down, Amanda begins to see a side of Paul she’s never known—cold, manipulative, and dangerously unpredictable. His charm fades, replaced by a chilling determination to keep their secret at any cost. The walls are closing in: the police are investigating, strange events unsettle her, and Paul’s behavior grows more menacing by the day.

Trapped and isolated, Amanda realizes she’s not just covering up an accident—she’s become a prisoner in her own life. With her sanity and safety on the line, she must decide: How far will she go to escape the web of lies? And who can she trust when the one person she thought she knew best becomes a threat?

In this gripping, twisty psychological thriller, Amazon Charts and Kindle #1 best-selling author Leslie Wolfe masterfully crafts a tale of chilling deception, dangerous secrets, and the terrifying lengths we go to in order to keep up appearances. Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Lisa Jewell, and Jeneva Rose, A Beautiful Couple will leave you breathless and questioning everything you thought you knew about love, loyalty, and trust.

 

What readers are saying:

“This is a stay up all night or get nothing done all day kind of book. Leslie Wolfe has such an amazing talent that will keep you in suspense until the very end. I've read all her books and each one has been phenomenal. Don't hesitate to read. It is truly one of the great ones.” Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Leslie Wolfe is brilliant in her character development and detailed storytelling. A Beautiful Couple is one of her best. I love her for strong, compassionate female leads and you will not see Amanda coming. Do yourself a favor and savor this book and then binge-read her other books!” Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Any book by Leslie Wolfe is an unstoppable, unable to put down book. She always has a surprise and I don't generally guess it!!!” Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“I got to hand it to author Leslie Wolfe. She has a knack for painting characters that make you see them in your mind. Some you love. Some you hate. But they are somehow familiar as if acquaintances over many years.

As is Paul and Amanda Davis. Enjoy” Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Great book and you won't want to stop reading. Amanda will surprise you in the end.” Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“I always look forward to this authors books. They have good flowing plots, great characters. They catch me from the first pages, as they build to the final pages. I recommend this books as well as all of hers. Well written and I enjoyed.” Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Another good read by Leslie Wolfe. A very surprising ending. But so very satisfying. I am looking forward to the next book.” Amazon Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  

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Leslie Wolfe is a bestselling author whose novels break the mold of traditional thrillers. She creates unforgettable, brilliant, strong women heroes who deliver fast-paced, satisfying suspense, backed up by extensive background research in technology and psychology.

Leslie released the first novel, Executive, in October 2011. Since then, she has written many more, continuing to break down barriers of traditional thrillers. Her style of fast-paced suspense, backed up by extensive background research in technology and psychology, has made Leslie one of the most read authors in the genre.

Reminiscent of the television drama Criminal Minds, her series of books featuring the fierce and relentless FBI Agent Tess Winnett would be of great interest to readers of James Patterson, Melinda Leigh, and David Baldacci crime thrillers. Fans of Kendra Elliot and Robert Dugoni suspenseful mysteries would love the Las Vegas Crime series, featuring the tension-filled relationship between Baxter and Holt. Finally, her Alex Hoffmann series of political and espionage action adventure will enthrall readers of Tom Clancy, Brad Thor, and Lee Child.

 

Leslie enjoys engaging with readers every day and would love to hear from you. Become an insider: gain early access to previews of Leslie’s new novels.

 

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*Book Tour & Giveaway* The Harlequin's Legacy-GUEST POST

 

Dare to dream. Dare to believe. Dare to embrace your legacy.

Orphan Pascal and his friends Paloma and Pierrot dive into the mystery of children disappearing in the enchanting land of The Vale.

 

The Harlequin’s Legacy

Book 1

by Andrés Rosas Hott

Genre: YA Fantasy 

Dare to dream. Dare to believe. Dare to embrace your legacy.

In the enchanting land of The Vale, the grand city of Pivot stands as a beacon of innovation where scientific progress clashes with the now-dwindling beliefs in magic that the place once held.

Just outside of Pivot, 17-year-old Pascal has spent his life at The Skystead Home for Orphaned Children. Life outside the orphanage seems ceaselessly interesting, and shielded from the rest of the world, he wants nothing more than to explore. Already puzzled by unanswered questions about his past, Pascal’s concern deepens as he learns about a grim mystery of local children’s disappearances.

In pursuit of finding his place in life, Pascal is joined by Paloma—a street-savvy girl and former gang leader with a tragic past—and Pierrot—a silent, enigmatic companion. Together, the unlikely trio begins to sneak out of the orphanage to experience the one place that still embraces magic: the welcoming carnival.

As secrets begin to unravel, the truth unveils hidden powers within each of these three young adventurers. Their friendships are challenged as they overcome demons, both inside and outside themselves. Yet, each step brings them closer to the truth: a sinister plot that threatens the very fabric of their world.

Before they know it, the fate of the missing children has become inextricably intertwined with their own.

The Harlequin’s Legacy is a gripping tale of adventure, friendship, and self-discovery. Pascal, Paloma, and Pierrot trust in their inner courage and resilience to reach their true potential despite trials and tribulations. This story encourages everyone to dare to dream, to believe in themselves, and embrace the legacy that awaits them.

Adventure, magic, and self-discovery await! Are you ready to join Pascal and his friends as they uncover hidden secrets and embrace a timeless legacy? Witness the journey firsthand—grab your copy of The Harlequin’s Legacy today and become part of the story!

 

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Meet Andrés Rosas Hott, an emerging voice in literature and the author of The Harlequin's Legacy. With a master's in Graphic Design and Illustration from Konstfack University and a background as a commercial director, Andrés blends creativity and storytelling in captivating ways.

His debut novel, inspired by his favorite character, The Harlequin, combines fantasy with themes of courage, identity, and personal growth. Based in Stockholm, Sweden, Andrés balances his creative pursuits with family life, finding inspiration in both the imagination and his loved ones. The Harlequin's Legacy is just the beginning of an exciting journey into fantasy and self-discovery.

 

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How did you come up with the concept and characters for the book? 

The inspiration for my book began with my fascination with The Harlequin, a character from Commedia dell’arte whose vibrant costume, iconic mask, and bicorne hat embody a timeless archetype of cleverness, agility, and courage. His mix of mystery, playfulness, and heroism sparked my imagination and laid the foundation for the world I’ve created. I was especially intrigued by the Harlequin’s darker roots, such as the chilling depiction of

“Hellequin”—a devil’s emissary chasing damned souls to Hell. This duality of whimsy and shadow

inspired me to craft a mythology where light and darkness coexist, entwined with themes of self-

discovery, courage, and belonging. Set in a world where magic and progress collide, this adventure is about friendship and uncovering hidden truths. At its core, it celebrates daring to dream, believing in yourself, and embracing the legacy that awaits—even when its shape is unclear. I hope readers will be inspired by its characters, their courage, and the enduring magic of a journey that balances humor and heart with mystery and depth.

How to find time to write as a parent? 

This a hard one, quite a challenge! My profession isn’t as a full-time writer; I work as a live-action/animation Director and a creative producer. However, since my work is mostly project-based, I do have time to focus on my book in between jobs. While my wife is busy with her full-time job, I’m at home managing the house and the kids. Balancing being a “house-man” and writing can be tough, but it works for me. I don’t have a deadline to worry about, and writing is a fun way to express my creativity between projects. It’s all about finding that rhythm!

Which of your novels can you imagine made into a movie? 

I can definitely imagine The Harlequin's Legacy as an exciting movie. It has everything—adventure, magic, good vs. evil, and themes like friendship, love, belonging, loss, and even bullying. These elements would create a compelling story that draws viewers in and keeps them engaged. The mix of action, emotion, and fantasy would make it a film that resonates with a wide audience.

As a writer, what would you choose as your mascot/avatar/spirit animal? A Scottish shorthair (straight ears)

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