Olympia Publishers | Five Fantasy Reading Recs, Publication Day (that’s today!) brings us a tidal wave- or modest-sized pile, really- of books inhabiting a plethora of genres. With the advent of this month’s publication day and the recent- perhaps lesser-known but undeniably important- Tolkien Reading Day, we thought we’d shed some light on some fantastical tales from our authors, from the whimsical and weird to the epic and magical!
Jonathan Carr- “The Godslayer”
When Dante Adler finds himself waylaid by a gigantic, unknown assailant, he has no idea quite how much his life is about to change. After finding out that the enormous foe is in fact Herakles, Dante’s memories of his past lives come flooding back to him, and he realises that he is the Godslayer. If he doesn’t pick up the gloves once again and get to slaying, then the conflict will become widespread. First, though, Dante must rescue his wife from the clutches of the Dark Gods that stand against him.
Jonathan Carr’s “The Godslayer” is a perfect read for any lover of Greek mythology; Neil Gaiman fans rejoice! If you’re a fan of stories that depict a lone hero facing the eye of the storm all by himself, then this is absolutely for you!
Check it out here.
Devon Seaton- “Arcanum”
In this epic tale of the mysterious fantasy realm of Ilvithiir, a portal has opened, and the Thalenarian army, with its horde of weaponised monsters have been unleashed upon the shattered elven ranks. Ara’s sister, the new queen of the wood elves, sends her forth as an emissary to negotiate on her behalf. Meanwhile, The University of Arcanum is preparing for war. Can Ara and Inquistor Alikain, both freshly arrived from the front, equip them with the knowledge and training they need?
“Arcanum” is an ideal read for those hungry for grand fantasy worldbuilding; factions, races, civilisations, formidable, twisted, evil antagonists, the whole nine yards. So, for the Tolkienites, George R. R. Martinites (that one doesn’t quite roll of the tongue) and the Ursula K. Le Guin-ites (really pushing it with that one), make sure you grab a copy!
Check it out here.
Angela and David Warner- “The Liver Bear Saga”
After being pulled from an ice-fishing hole, Popsicle has no memory of her past life. But when people start to discuss Christmas, everyone is surprised to find that Popsicle turns into an ice bear upon any mention of the day itself. Is this connected to the liver-shaped pendant around her neck? Is it connected to the vampiric attacks in a nearby town? What do the Royal Family and Navy have to do with this?
Now there’s a wild blurb for you, if ever there was one. Fantasy is not all broadswords, orcs and fire-breathing winged serpents; sometimes it inhabits the realm of the weird and whimsical. Angela and David Warner’s “The Liver Bear Saga” is perfect for anyone who prefers the peculiar, idiosyncratic side of fantasy writing.
Check it out here.