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The Quest for the Wizard’s Key Blitz

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Tales from the Dreamlands, Book 2

 

Paranormal Fantasy, Occult and Supernatural, Lovecraftian, Sci-Fi
Fantasy

Publication Date: April 1, 2023

 

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The Wizard’s Key is the second book in a series of New Cthulhu Mythos
tales. This fix-up novel features a fascinating cast of outcasts on a quest
to save the Cosmos from destruction by malevolent forces. Join them on their
madcap journey.

This fix-up novel follows the events that transpired in Ketil and Yitzy’s
Adventure in the Xura Dream House. The book can be read as a standalone, but
for a better understanding of the characters and events, it is suggested
that Ketil and Yitzy’s Adventure in the Xura Dream House should be read
first. It is a fun, fast-paced buddy story with plenty of creepy, crazy
twists and turns.

Once you have read Ketil and Yitzy’s Adventure, you will be In the Know so
you can be In with the In Crowd! Then you can join us at the Kewl Eldritch
Horrors table.

 

 

About the Author

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C. L. Hart, the owner and sole employee of Naughty Netherworld Press, is
spoken of in hushed tones. She is described as The Mad Scribe of the
Northeastern Colorado Plains, The Terrible Old Woman, and The Author That
Should Not Be.

When not penning sanity-destroying works of dystopian fiction, Lovecraftian
fantasy, or old-school horror with the occasional sweet romance thrown in to
upset the cosmic apple cart, Ms. Hart enjoys creating baked goods that she
hopes will be considered palatable.

Ms. Hart shares a home in a remote rural town of 134 souls with her adult
son and three cats. Her sense of fashion is best described as Early
Twenty-First Century Unmade Bed. This disabled former nurse can usually be
found arguing with herself about subplots or rehabilitating eldritch
horrors.

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The Quest for the Wizard’s Key Teaser Tuesday

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Tales from the Dreamlands, Book 2

 

Paranormal Fantasy, Occult and Supernatural, Lovecraftian, Sci-Fi
Fantasy

Publication Date: April 1, 2023

 

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The Wizard’s Key is the second book in a series of New Cthulhu Mythos
tales. This fix-up novel features a fascinating cast of outcasts on a quest
to save the Cosmos from destruction by malevolent forces. Join them on their
madcap journey.

This fix-up novel follows the events that transpired in Ketil and Yitzy’s
Adventure in the Xura Dream House. The book can be read as a standalone, but
for a better understanding of the characters and events, it is suggested
that Ketil and Yitzy’s Adventure in the Xura Dream House should be read
first. It is a fun, fast-paced buddy story with plenty of creepy, crazy
twists and turns.

Once you have read Ketil and Yitzy’s Adventure, you will be In the Know so
you can be In with the In Crowd! Then you can join us at the Kewl Eldritch
Horrors table.

 

 

Excerpt

 

Corporate Climbers vs. Bleeding Hearts and Artists

 

“The one I refer to as the Galaxy Girl is the soul knowed as Pepper Baiij
in this lifetime,” Ketil revealed. “There is those who say that Pepper is
simply unlucky. It is others which say that Pepper brings to herself her own
troubles by being terribly lazy and unmotivated. Pepper is not unmotivated,
if presented with tasks that interest her. She can easy become distracted
from tasks which does not interest her and can become quickly depressed if
forced to carry on with such tasks for extended periods of time.

“Some have said that Pepper is entitled and expects the world to be handed
to her upon a silver platter when she was born with a plastic spoon in her
mouth. This is inaccurate. Pepper is not entitled or a snob, but she was
wired for more than what a nine-to-five job which squashes her creative
spirit offers.

“When we believe that people is only as worthwhile as their willingness to
climb a corporate ladder, then surely people such as Pepper and all of us is
worth about as much as yellow snow. To some people, the only measure of
success is to achieve a number above the salary they earned the previous
year at the corporation to which they drive daily. For these people, the
life of nine to five in a fine office is the best of all possible
atmospheres. But for those who prefer to detail the story of their lives on
creative canvasses, the daily commutes to and from the office is dead-end
drives, for beyond the afterglow effect of receiving money with which to pay
the bills, each hour spent in the office is but a slow march to death for
their soul.

“Thus, the corporate ladder climb is all fine and good for the sort of
Theodore Thirsty what derives joy from being toasty in Topeka in their
luxury office. I do not in any case trust such Theodores. They seem
initially to be people-pleasers, but all too often these men of mystery is
sipping on subterfuge while minty descriptions slip from their silver
tongues to camouflage lemony liabilities. If one is not a watchful Winifred
in the company of these Theodores, one can find oneself knee-deep in the
aftermath of consuming too great a portion of chili cheese custard.”

“It seems ter me, Ketil, that your old China Plate Pepper is much more the
bloomin’ sort of lassie wot prefers whimsy and wildflowers ter stuffy
offices and climbin’ of corporate ladders and whatnot,” Little John observed
as he and Robin shared a platter of what looked disturbingly like a
half-dozen large kangaroo rats that had been left out in the sun to bloat
before being consumed, while Rilpu swallowed a creature resembling a fresh,
plump toad. Yitzy the Yithian, meanwhile, seemed quite content to delicately
sip the apricot-hued ambrosia of the Pxab Plume into one of his four
trumpetlike mouths.

“It is a shame that the juice of the Pxab Plume is not more intoxicating,”
Ketil quipped, pouring a serving of the beverage into a wine goblet the
yellow hue of which reminded the spirit of Earth’s sun. “For I should quite
like to blur the sight of you lot gorging yourselves on rodents and toads
from my unfortunate brain.”

“You ain’t got a brain, Ketil, yer a ghost,” Robin chortled.

 

 

About the Author

C. L. Hart, the owner and sole employee of Naughty Netherworld Press, is
spoken of in hushed tones. She is described as The Mad Scribe of the
Northeastern Colorado Plains, The Terrible Old Woman, and The Author That
Should Not Be.

When not penning sanity-destroying works of dystopian fiction, Lovecraftian
fantasy, or old-school horror with the occasional sweet romance thrown in to
upset the cosmic apple cart, Ms. Hart enjoys creating baked goods that she
hopes will be considered palatable.

Ms. Hart shares a home in a remote rural town of 134 souls with her adult
son and three cats. Her sense of fashion is best described as Early
Twenty-First Century Unmade Bed. This disabled former nurse can usually be
found arguing with herself about subplots or rehabilitating eldritch
horrors.

Follow C. L. Hart

C. L. Hart Amazon Author Page

Naughty Netherworld Press Blog

Naughty Netherworld Press Books

Naughty Netherworld Press Substack

Readers Roost Book Blog

Readers Roost Twitter

Naughty Netherworld Newsletter

 

Purchase Link

Amazon

 

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The Unifier Virtual Book Tour

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Sci-Fi / Fantasy

Date Published: June 23, 2022

Publisher: Mindstir Media

 

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On the eve of the twelfth millennium, the prophesied return of The Unifier
marks the beginning of a complex and shattered world centered around the
mutations of a diverse people. While the three warring kingdoms vy for
control over the arid world they live in, a young hero finds himself
directly involved in the vicious conflict. Upon uncovering the mystery of
the prophecy and unraveling the events of the past thousand years, Lucian
quickly realizes both himself and his family are at the center of this plot
involving the individual bestowed with the unique mutations of all three
kingdoms. The Unifier will need to find the courage and strength to renew
the spirits of this world’s occupants to lead them into a new chapter
and step away from its dark history.

 

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About the Author

Jay Thomas

Jay had begun cultivating the creation of the world in The Unifier for
several years now. It wasn’t until recently with the welcoming of his
first child, he found himself putting together the novel into a story that
he was both proud of and ready to share with the world. His obsession with
storytelling can be supplemented through various projects he hopes to bring
to the public in the next couple of years including screenplays, and the
sequels to this intricate and complex design he has worked on.

When Jay isn’t writing, he can be found spending time with his new
family or on the golf course working on his short game. He currently resides
in New York with his beautiful wife and infant daughter.

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The Unifier Blitz

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Sci-Fi / Fantasy

Date Published: June 23, 2022

Publisher: Mindstir Media

 

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On the eve of the twelfth millennium, the prophesied return of The Unifier
marks the beginning of a complex and shattered world centered around the
mutations of a diverse people. While the three warring kingdoms vy for
control over the arid world they live in, a young hero finds himself
directly involved in the vicious conflict. Upon uncovering the mystery of
the prophecy and unraveling the events of the past thousand years, Lucian
quickly realizes both himself and his family are at the center of this plot
involving the individual bestowed with the unique mutations of all three
kingdoms. The Unifier will need to find the courage and strength to renew
the spirits of this world’s occupants to lead them into a new chapter
and step away from its dark history.

 

About the Author

Jay Thomas

Jay had begun cultivating the creation of the world in The Unifier for
several years now. It wasn’t until recently with the welcoming of his
first child, he found himself putting together the novel into a story that
he was both proud of and ready to share with the world. His obsession with
storytelling can be supplemented through various projects he hopes to bring
to the public in the next couple of years including screenplays, and the
sequels to this intricate and complex design he has worked on.

When Jay isn’t writing, he can be found spending time with his new
family or on the golf course working on his short game. He currently resides
in New York with his beautiful wife and infant daughter.

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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 38 Blitz

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Sci-fi Fantasy

Date Published: April 2022

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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 38

This is not just a book. It is not just an anthology of great short stories
and articles. It does not just contain gorgeous sci-fi and fantasy
illustrations for each story.

If you are not familiar with the Writers of the Future, let me
explain.

Writers of the Future is a writing competition for NEW authors of science
fiction, fantasy, and horror short stories.

It is open to all writers. There is NO entry free. The winning stories are
selected using blind judging, so your color, gender, or age do not have any
influence—an equal chance for everyone.

Not only is it a great way for new authors to get their start, it is a
great way to find new authors to read. Which I love.

Here are a few other points that make me love this book:

 

•         Every story is
illustrated by a winner in the sister illustration contest.

•         The judges are top sci-fi
and fantasy authors, like Brandon Sanderson, Nnedi Okorafor, Orson Scott
Card, Kevin J. Anderson, Jody Lynn Nye, Tim Powers, Larry Niven, Katherine
Kurtz, and many more. How can you go wrong?

•         The winners are not only
published, they are given cash prizes and flown to Hollywood for an
exclusive writing workshop AND they are given trophies at a lavish celebrity
gala (like the Oscars for writers). Crazy!

Here are the details about THIS year’s winning stories in Writers of
the Future Vol 38:

In the World of Science Fiction…

…this Anthology stands out for three reasons:

The stories. The art. The extras. Which will you love most?

Standing on the shoulders of giants, these writers of the future have
earned their place in the hallowed pages of volume 38. With 25-award winning
authors and illustrators, this collection is a master work.

These diverse stories will fill you with new wonder.

And a few just might break your heart.

Just imagine…

•         Saving the mammoths is in
your hands—can you conjure the magic to make it happen?

•         You’ve got a
monster BFF—whom you’re hiding from your own monster-hunting
family.

•         You’re part of a
sting, out to catch some bar hoppers who are not only bending their elbows,
but bending time as well.

•         It’s game on, the
fate of the universe is on the line—and you’re about to go all
in.

•         And much more!

 

Think you’ve seen it all? Think again.

How would you like to know the “Single Most Important Piece of
Advice” from the author of Dune?

The beautiful art and writing tips are just as wonderful as the collection
of stories.

Volume 38 is a treasure.

You’ll love this collection from past and future science fiction
masters, because these stories are page-turners.

Get it now on Amazon

 

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If you are an aspiring writer and love science fiction, fantasy, or horror
here are some of the free resources:

Writing Contest Rules

Enter the Writing Contest

Free Writing Workshop

Writing Podcast

Writers Forum

Contest Judges

List of Writers of the Future & L. Ron Hubbard books

Newsletter sign up

Watch the Awards-Gala

How the Contest started:

It was started by L. Ron Hubbard. You may know him for science fiction
novel Battlefield Earth. The purpose, as he stated, was to create “a
means for new and budding writers to have a chance for their creative
efforts to be seen and acknowledged.”

 

L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 38

Authors: L. Ron Hubbard, Frank Herbert, David Farland, Brian Herbert, Kevin
J. Anderson, Diane Dillon, and 12 winners Azure Arther, Desmond Astaire, J.
A. Becker, Lazarus Black, Z. T. Bright, John Coming, Em Dupre, N. V.
Haskell, Michael Panter, Brittany Rainsdon, Mike Jack Stoumbos, M. Elizabeth
Ticknor, and 1 finalist Rebecca E. Treasure.

Illustrators: Bob Eggleton, Arthur M. Doweyko, Nick Jizba, Zaine Lodhi,
Tenzin Rangdol Majid Saberinejad, Natalia Salvador, Brett Stump, Jerome
Tieh, Annalee Wu, Jim Zaccaria, Ari Zaritsky, Xiaomeng Zhang, André
Mata, and Michael Talbot.

 

Critical Acclaim

“Writers of the Future Volume 38 is literary smorgasbord where each
new story comes with a feeling of excitement and mystery. It
ʼs a binge read. Just one more, you think, and the next thing you know the
entire book is gone!” —International Review of Books, Gold Seal
rating

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