Tag Archives: Fantasy

A native of Chicago, Joni Parker joined the U.S. Navy during college, going on to earn a Master of Military Arts and Sciences Degree. Now retired, she devotes her time to writing. Her books include the fantasy/adventure trilogy, The Seaward Isle Saga: The Black Elf of Seaward Isle, Tangled Omens, and her latest, Blood …

Harric is now faced with a magic that could break his curse, one that is forbidden. Can he stay focused and not fall into the temptation, for that way too leads to danger and possible death.

'If I could tell my young self something, I'd say that she should not let anything take away her joy in making things out of words – that whatever tends to take away from that deep play and pleasure should be questioned.'

'Anything that deepens your life is of use to a writer. Anything that makes you a bigger person on the inside is of use. Anything that helps you understand other people is of use. And anything that causes you to grieve, love, be sheltering, be upset, and feel joy is of use.'

Part fairy tale, part cautionary tale with a dash of fantasy and allegory.

Award winning author, William D. Burt talks about his writing and love for fantasy.

'I used to have a sign over my computer that said, "Expect the Aaaagggghhhh! Then just start typing!"'

Blogcritics chats with 'Sir Princess Petra's Talent' Author, Diane Mae Robinson.

"I write, in part, to make people happy, to give them an escape hatch. . ."

An engrossing dark fantasy novel with a strong touch of mystery,