Many thanks to readers in Canada who reviewed Emissary. Here are excerpts from seven Canadian reviewers. Please click the title of each blog to read their full reviews. The Talen’s Tales “This is seriously one of the best books I have read in a long time. I swept up in this world and the characters.”…
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Thomas Locke Skypes with Alton Gansky on Writer’s Talk
I recently had the honor of doing a Skype interview with Alton Gansky, host of Writer’s Talk. You can watch the video on YouTube (below) or download it from iTunes, Stitcher, or Podbean. We talked about loads of topics, including Legends of the Realm (my new fantasy series) and Fault Lines (my upcoming techno-thriller series),…
Pamela Morrisson Reviews ‘Emissary’
By Pamela Morrisson, Guest Reviewer This review was originally published on the Daysong Reflections blog. Reprinted with permission from the author. I have read and enjoyed novels by a certain well-known Christian author since approximately 1990 and have learned that I can expect an excellent story that is well-written and well researched each time I…
Reviewers Say Emissary is Suitable for Young Adults
Today we hear from two reader reviewers: Cindy Anderson and Judith Barnes. Both of them believe Emissary is appropriate for young adults and homeschooled teenagers. Cindy Anderson: Emissary has everything a fantasy lit fan can ask for. It is fast-paced and has just enough characters to keep it moving without having to make a chart…
Q&A With Thomas Locke: Describe Your Creative Process in Inventing Three Races
Q: How did you come up with the idea of the Milantian race – “a mighty warrior clan who once brought havoc and woe to the realm”? Thomas Locke: The basic rule of thumb in writing drama is that there must be a balance of forces. The greater good must be matched with a greater…
‘Emissary’ Casts a Spell on Non-Fantasy Readers
More than a few of the people who volunteered to review Emissary confessed that they do not normally read fantasy stories. But they were willing to give Emissary a shot. Some of them are now converted to reading fantasy fiction! Following are excerpts from several reviews. Click each reviewer’s name to read her full review….
Q&A With Thomas Locke: Have You Ever Owned a Wolfhound?
Q: Hyam’s canine companion is a young wolfhound. Have you ever owned a wolfhound or other breed of large dog? Thomas Locke: I’ve had a lot of dogs, but never a wolfhound. For this story, I wanted to use a breed of dog that carried a sense of the impossible, yet was easy for readers…
Fantasy Fans Review ‘Emissary’
Today’s post features reviews and review excerpts from avid fantasy readers. Dona Watson: When I first heard of Emissary, Book 1 of the “Legends of the Realm” series, I was intrigued. I’m always a sucker for new fantasy worlds. In addition, new fantasies written from a Christian worldview are always interesting. Although Emissary is not…
Q&A With Thomas Locke: Is ‘Emissary’ a David vs. Goliath Story?
Q: The leader of the enemy’s army thinks Hyam is insignificant. Is this a David vs. Goliath story? Frodo vs. Sauron? Thomas Locke: I wanted Emissary to have that “everyman” feeling. Instead of building muscles or learning battle techniques or studying hard or raising himself up by his bootstraps, Hyam is someone who happens to…
Enter the ‘Emissary’ Sweepstakes!
Emissary, the first book in the Legends of the Realm epic fantasy series, released January 6, 2015. I invite you to enter my month-long giveaway of limited-edition artwork prizes featuring the Emissary cover art. SWEEPSTAKES I’ll be giving away multiple prizes each week to U.S. residents who enter the sweepstakes at http://woobox.com/pan363, or right here…
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