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1/14/2019

HAPPY NEW YEAR. I'VE HIT A WALL.

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Happy New Year. I've Hit A Wall.

Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
This is my first blog post for 2019 and so far not so good. I've hit a wall with my writing.
It was bound to happen eventually as I've had a pretty good run up until now. But, I am working through it and can see the land of milk and honey on the other side.
​I am currently working on a slow burn thriller/horror set in Australia. It is grizzly and macabre and unsettling.
Quite often, I've found myself feeling the heaviness of desolation pushing down inside my mind as I've expanded upon certain character traits. So much so that I've had to walk away from the project a few times just to find something fun to do, to remind me that there is some happiness in the world. The PS4 and Crash Bandicoot have been working overtime as a result.
The wall I've come upon is research.
After writing a great portion of the story I found that there were elements that didn't work for me. I needed to go back and change a great deal of the content.
This is a first for me, as I usually write the first draft entirely before going back to make any changes.
The upside of the whole experience is that I'm writing this story on Scrivener. Every piece of research I've done is stored inside the one box (so to speak). The story I'm writing and the notes I'm keeping, along with the research including images, is all there in one place. It has to be the best tool for organisation that I've ever come across.
Before Scrivener, I was using paper notes, post-its, folders of information. This covered my desk and was quite difficult to navigate, especially when my regular day job consists of keeping notes and folders of information that piles up quite quickly.
I still keep a note pad for spare of the moment scribblings. Scrivener can't follow me everywhere. If an idea hits me when I'm out and about, I need to jot it down (or use my phone to record a message to myself) before I forget. In saying that, you never forget the good ideas. They stick with you and never leave.
Which brings me back to my current work in progress. It was, and still is, an idea that has stuck around in the back of my head for a very long time. I had images of the opening and closing sequences spinning around in my creative vortex for years, but didn't know how to link them.
The chain I'm creating is a little complex and, thus, the research needs to be done.
So, I must return to the grind stone.
I wish everyone a Happy New Year and all the best for 2019.

​Robert E Kreig.

PS: For the budding writers out there, I've started using an App called ProwritingAid for grammar and readability checking. I'll always say that nothing beats an editor, but it helps to clean up the manuscript a bit before sending on to a professional for checking. Well worth a look.

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12/12/2018

Writing on Scrivener For the first time.

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WRITING ON SCRIVENER FOR THE FIRST TIME.

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
Except for today.
Today, I'm writing to you about something that other writers might find useful.
Recently, I purchased Scrivener 3 through the Mac App store to organise and write my books. I've read a great deal of reviews about the software, watched a lot of YouTube videos and weighed up the cost compared to other products out there as well as my "up to now" way of writing.
It took a little bit to get a handle on how things operate in Scrivener, but once I set it up to how I like it, I fell in love.
So, what is scrivener?
Scrivener is an app that helps with organising your research, notes, character biographies, location details, chapters, everything related to writing. There is a spell/grammar check that helps, but I have found it to be a little faulty at times. It picks up on the major issues, but it also keeps telling me that "to" should be "too" in a sentence like, "He fell on his knees and pleaded to be set free."
Apart from those kinds of little hiccups, Scrivener is brilliant.
Everything is in one place and time is saved by having it all right there in one app. Up until I started to use Scrivener, I have multiple documents open on the computer and scraps of paper containing my scribbled notes all over my desk. Now, I can fit my extra large mug of coffee on a coaster and concentrate without the mess.
It isn't just for the novelist either. Scrivener contains templates for fiction and non-fiction writers alike. The templates can even be modified to your preferred calibrations.
There is so much more that Scrivener can do. I could write on and on about the features of the app, but I would like to get back to my novel writing eventually.
Scrivener is Mac friendly at the moment. They are making efforts to work with Windows operating systems, but I have seen a few reviews from PC users who have found that they have had more negative experiences that those of us blessed ones who prefer the apple symbol.
​I am still working out the full potential power of Scrivener 3 on Mac and have discovered more and more with each use.
A great tool for writers, in my opinion.
I must note that I have not been paid by Scrivener for this little review. These are my thoughts and the thoughts of the voices in my head.

If you want to learn more about Scrivener, this is a good place to start:
www.literatureandlatte.com

Another good place to get an overview of a much more experienced user of Scrivener is here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AO2t33J22yY

Happy reading.
Happy writing.
Merry Christmas.

Robert E Kreig.

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9/27/2018

Here Come The Brides

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Here Come The Brides

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

I haven't written anything on my blog for some time because I've been researching for a new book that I've just started to pen. During this time, the next instalment of the Woodmyst Chronicles has been undergoing some minor touches.

I am at a point where I'm completely happy with Book VIII, and so it is now in the hands of my publisher.

​Some reviewers have already given their feedback about The Brides of Woodmyst and so far, it has been positive to say the least.

The Brides of Woodmyst by Robert E Kreig is an exceptional addition to the Woodmyst saga. 
Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite


Things began so simply for Alice, but things were never easy. To see her claw her way to where she now stands is amazing, and she is not alone in such growth. This is one story where the characters, events, and plot all drive the reader forward, making it impossible to put this book down.
K.J. Simmill for Readers' Favorite


The Brides of Woodmyst is a powerful and gripping story set in a beautifully developed fantasy world. The characters are strong and well developed, with a cast that is a beautiful mix of male and female characters, with realistically varying levels of strength and skill. Regrets, tears, mistakes, victories, joy, and smiles fill this story, giving us a glimpse into the lives of all of those portrayed. The style of Kreig’s writing makes it easy to effortlessly lose oneself in the story, and the descriptions are detailed and varied enough to allow your imagination to run wild through the scenery.
Sarah Westmoreland for Readers' Favorite

Keep an eye out for the imminent release of The Brides of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book VIII.

In the meantime, happy reading.

Robert E Kreig.

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6/30/2018

The Woodmyst Chronicles: Update

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THE WOODMYST CHRONICLES: UPDATE

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Hi.
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My name is Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
It is a time of mixed emotions for me as I send my tenth book of the Woodmyst Chronicles to my editor for corrections. I feel a certain relief as I've drawn the story to a conclusion, but I also feel some sadness because I've been emerged in the world surrounding Woodmyst and its inhabitants.
I've enjoyed the transference of protagonist throughout the narrative. Essentially, it is the story of a particular family starting with Alan Warde, a soldier of Woodmyst who harbours a dark secret that is uncovered in The Walls of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book I. We are introduced to a young boy, Tomas, who grows up between the first and second books to become leader of his people during The Sons of Woodmyst and The Heir of Woodmyst (books 2 and 3).
By the time I was writing the fourth instalment, I had worked out who the true hero was. It was the youngest of Tomas' daughters, Alice. 
Although Alice was still a small child and didn't play a major role during The Warlords of Woodmyst (book 4), she displayed traits that made her stand out, and that I wanted to explore further. Thus, the writing of books 5 through to 10 begun.
The journey that this little girl took me on was exciting and gut wrenching at times. I'm not too sure how other writers fare in such situations, but when it came to Alice, she was the driver behind the story. I thought I knew where we were gong, but she had other ideas.
Even towards the end, I wasn't certain how it would conclude. I frequently paused my incessant tapping on the keyboard to ask myself whether or not Alice's bravado and folly would see her meet her fate and just how she would get out of this situation, if she did indeed.
By the final book, there is so much at stake. Not only in the bigger world surrounding Woodmyst, but in Alice's immediate world of family and loved ones close to her.
Knowing that there was a possible future for Alice, an extension of the narrative, teetering on a knife's edge had formed a lump in my throat as I wrote the final chapters of book ten. I honestly wasn't sure how it would end up.
I believe that I have accomplished what I originally set out to do. I have written a fantasy series.
I also believe that I have created something distinct from most fantasy stories. I have written a fantasy series that is action oriented.
So far, books one to six are available to purchase online. Book seven (pictured) is coming. In the meantime, The Walls of Woodmyst (Book I) is available to download for free. Visit www.robertekreig.com for more information.
I hope people take the opportunity and time to read and enjoy The Chronicles of Woodmyst as much as I have taken pleasure in writing the books.
All the best,
Robert.
www.robertekreig.com

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5/16/2018

HUGEOrange Publication Review

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HUGEOrange Publication Review

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Alice Warde is a young lady who has recently discovered powers she didn’t know she had. And she needs them as her home and world are being threatened by multiple enemies. The Shadow of Woodmyst is the sixth volume in The Woodmyst Chronicles. Author Robert E. Kreig has written an intriguing and absorbing a fantasy epic that is hard to put down.

“And now the colours have appeared again.” Gruloch looked to the travellers. “The Black Witch rules from Woodmyst.”
Alice felt her stomach tighten.
“How do you know this?” she asked.
“The words on the wind speak frequently to one another,” he told her. “I listen to their tales. I listened to how a young girl with strange abilities was shunned by her own and sent into exile. I listened to how that young girl became a leader of a nation and willingly opened her homeland to others seeking refuge. I listened to how she defeated my warriors and frightened my dragons with sorcery. “I so wanted to meet this girl. I needed to see this one the shadows talked about. I must admit that I knew far more about you than I originally led you to believe, Alice.”


Oh yes, there are dragons! In an unexpected event, Alice is given the gift of a baby dragon.

Alice breathed a deep sigh as she looked upon her gift. The dragon inched towards her, lowering its head submissively as it chirped. She placed her hands upon its snout again and rubbed the scales above its nostrils. A soft, soothing rattle resonated from its chest as it fell into a deep sleep.
“I have a dragon,” Alice said to herself.


Recommended for those who love fantasy and for those on the fence with this genre, try it. It’s a well-written action adventure by a gifted writer who knows how to write dialogue. He also is a master at descriptions that pull you in and won’t let you out. You’ll be thinking about this story and the well-developed characters long after you’ve finished this book. You could read this book as a standalone, but you will be eager to read the rest of the story. I didn’t want it to end and eagerly await the next instalment.

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4/25/2018

THE SHADOW OF WOODMYST IS HERE

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THE SHADOW OF WOODMYST IS HERE

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

Today, I am please to inform you that The Shadow of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book VI, is now available for your downloading pleasure.
The Shadow of Woodmyst is the continuing story of Alice Warde and her journey as leader of the Agrodien. We meet old enemies, new friends and fresh dangers from afar and from within Alice's circle of trusted allies.
This book is the sixth out of ten tales that complete the saga. Full of action and edge-of-your-seat moments, The Shadow of Woodmyst is a thrill-filled stepping stone that leads Alice into an adventure that won't reach its ultimate climax until book ten.
I hope you enjoy The Shadow of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book VI.

Robert.

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4/17/2018

Excited!

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EXCITED!

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

I'm excited!
Why?
Because, today, I received copies of my latest book in the Woodmyst Chronicles, The Shadow of Woodmyst.
Not only was I happy that they are pleasing to the eye, but I am full of anticipation as the release date draws nearer and nearer.
This step in the process is one that makes me a little nervous as I know it will only be a few days until The Shadow of Woodmyst: Book VI is unleashed upon the world.
It is the continuing story of Alice and picks up directly where The Huntress of Woodmyst left off. The remaining books in the series will continue this trend, building until the final chapter of Book X.
I have posted a book trailer for The Shadow of Woodmyst in anticipation. You can see it on the page dedicated to Book VI of The Woodmyst Chronicles.
In the meantime, as we await the arrival of The Shadow of Woodmyst, the first five books of the series are available from all good online e-book stores. The first in the series, The Walls of Woodmyst, remains FREE for all to download.
Enjoy!

​Robert.

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4/2/2018

THE MONSTER ROACH FROM HELL

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THE MONSTER ROACH FROM HELL
A True Story by Robert E Kreig

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Just had the Monster Roach from Hell attack me in the kitchen.
The beast charged me, appearing from beneath the fridge before scurrying in my direction. I grabbed the PeaBeu and almost emptied the can onto its armour plated shell.
Still, it came for me again and again.
I lunged this way and that, with my cat-like reflexes. Admittedly, I didn't do too bad with my movement considering that I have done something to my left big toe. I can't bend it too far for some reason. A little bit of dull pain and I don't know what caused it.
But I digress.
The "effing" PeaBeu was useless. I may as well have sprayed cockroach strength inducing nutrients at the monster for all the good it was doing.
I quickly switched to the Mortein.
One quick spray and the creature from the Death Dimension stopped in its tracks.
Now, the tables had turned.
I attacked again.
The little bastard fled towards my freezer.
I gave chase. In my haste I stubbed my toe against the corner. My left big toe.
A silent scream of agony filled my lungs as I leapt towards the Roach of Doom.
I sprayed the Mortein again, covering the creature with a thick, white foam.
Before I cold finish the task, it slipped away, under the freezer.
I believe it is there still, licking its wounds and planning its revenge.
But I'm ready for it.
I have the Mortein close at hand, and a thong.
Now I go to ice my toe. 
My left big toe.

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3/20/2018

The Shadow Is Coming

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The Shadow Is Coming

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

I'm pleased to announce another adventure is on its way.

The Woodmyst Chronicles Book VI: The Shadow of Woodmyst will be on its way very soon.

The Shadow of Woodmyst is the continuing story of Alice Warde as she grows in power, abilities and leadership. I must admit that it has been a fun ride writing about this girl as she grapples with so many twists and turns.

I can't help but feel that Alice was forced into an early maturity as life dealt out a fair share of harsh realities and dumped them into her lap. Even though she is a figment of my imagination, I struggled with placing this little girl in such terrible circumstances. But, it had to be done for her to become the person she eventually develops into by the end of the series.

The Shadow Of Woodmyst is book six in the saga and tells of Alice's shaping as a trusted leader by her people, and how she comes to grips with the changes she is faced with, not only in her position but also in herself as she grows.

I guess this is my twisted version of a coming-of-age story.

My hope is that those who have been enjoying the series so far will also continue to do so for the remaining books of the Woodmyst Chronicles.

It only gets stranger and more frightening from here on.

Best wishes,

​Robert E Kreig.

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2/26/2018

Breathing Easy... not quite.

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BREATHING EASY... NOT QUITE.

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
Today, I start to ponder what my next writing adventure will be.
I have a large number of ideas, a tonne of notes on scrap paper, and a million images swirling around in my twisted head.
But, which one shall I choose to embrace?
To explain, I have just sent the last three manuscripts of the Woodmyst Chronicles to my editor. This doesn't mean that I've ceased working on them. It does mean that we have neared the end of the journey though.
The series will finish off with Book X, which continues to follow the key protagonist of the series Alice, who has only just been introduced to you, the reader, in The Huntress of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book V.
Throughout the remainder of the series, we will get to see Alice develop and mature as a leader, face unspeakable obstacles of horror and perilous danger, all the while trying to understand herself and who she is as she progresses into adolescence.
I must admit that, whilst I am sad that Woodmyst is almost behind me, I had fun writing the series, allowing the characters to dictate the direction that the story took. In truth, I would never have considered putting such a young girl through such paces, nor exposed her to the things she saw, heard and experienced. At times, I needed to walk away and really think about what it was that I was writing.
There were times that I deleted and rewrote sections, only to have Alice's voice rebuke me from inside my mind, telling me that my corrections were not who she was, commanding me to return the text to how it was originally.
As a result, I have learnt to listen to my characters, even if I disagree with them.
After all, what I write isn't my story, it's theirs.
So now, as I bring the Woodmyst Chronicles to a close, I hope that Alice and the others she encountered on her journey are happy with what I did. 
I hope you, the reader will enjoy the story as it unfolds through each of the upcoming books.
All I can say for now is that you'll need to keep your eyes peeled this year for the next chapter in the series, The Shadow of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book VI.
Until then, happy reading.

​Robert E Kreig.

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2/19/2018

vote for Your Favourite Fantasy Novel OF 2018

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VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE FANTASY NOVEL OF 2018

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

Today, I'm announcing The Walls Of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book I, as an contender in the TCK Publishing 2018 Readers Choice Awards.
The Walls Of Woodmyst has been entered into category 8, Fantasy.
Please consider voting for The Walls Of Woodmyst as your favourite Fantasy Novel of 2018.
Also, if it isn't too much to ask, leave a review on your preferred bookseller's website.
If you haven't purchased The Walls Of Woodmyst yet, you're in luck.
It's absolutely FREE.
Click on this link to transfer to the site page dedicated to The Walls Of Woodmyst. There, you can find more links to a small number of online stores where your purchase can be made.
​
Thank you.
​Robert E Kreig.

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1/31/2018

The Walls of Woodmyst is back

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THE WALLS OF WOODMYST IS BACK

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

Just a quick update regarding The Walls Of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book I.

It is back and ready for downloading.
It is still FREE.

So, grab your copy now.

Respectfully,
​Rob.

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1/16/2018

ANNOUNCEMENT: THE WALLS OF WOODMYST TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE

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ANNOUNCEMENT:
THE WALLS OF WOODMYST
​TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE

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Announcement: THE WALLS OF WOODMYST is currently unavailable due to technical upgrading. It will be back in stores soon.
In the meantime, my other titles are still available to purchase.


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12/21/2017

THE HUNTRESS OF WOODMYST IMPORTANT UPDATE

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THE HUNTRESS OF WOODMYST IMPORTANT UPDATE

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
Today, I thought I would take the time and make an announcement.
SHE IS HERE!
THE HUNTRESS OF WOODMYST: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book V introduces us to Alice Warde, a twelve-year-old who has extraordinary skills and is on the way to discovering her new abilities. Choosing a life away from the expanding community of Woodmyst, she discovers a terrible threat moving from the North. Alice becomes the first line of defence against a sinister and formidable force.
The Huntress of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book V, is available now on Amazon. Other distributers will follow soon.
So, if you have yourself a Kindle reader (or perhaps will be gifting a device to a loved one for Christmas) consider adding The Huntress of Woodmyst to your library.
Even better, pick up The Walls of Woodmyst for free and get the whole series for roughly $13.00 at Amazon.
The average price per book varies between $3.00 and $5.00 depending upon the distributor of your choice.
I hope you enjoy reading The Huntress of Woodmyst as much I did when writing it.
All the best, and Merry Christmas.
​Robert E Kreig.

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11/25/2017

An Important woodmyst Chronicles update

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AN IMPORTANT WOODMYST CHRONICLES UPDATE

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

Today, I thought I might make time to announce the upcoming, new adventure in The Woodmyst Chronicles saga.

The Huntress of Woodmyst has now been given its own page on my website. This will be the fifth book in the series, and will follow the experiences of young Alice Warde as she grows into a formidable warrior and powerful sorceress.

Woodmyst flourishes, emerging from a quaint hamlet into a city over a short span of time.
The new walls surrounding the community have been all but completed and the population continues to grow.
Crops are harvested, livestock are flourishing and the stores are fully stocked.
Woodmyst and her allies appear to be enjoying a bountiful time of peace.
All except for Alice Warde, a twelve-year-old girl who feels less at home in the thriving city than she does in the wilds of the woodlands and beyond.
Possessing the traits of a well-trained soldier, weapon smith and tracker, the girl has learnt the art of survival from a very young age.
Alice is unlike any other, possessing newly acquired abilities and talents, similar to those of her mother and aunt, that evoke fear amongst a number of the citizens of Woodmyst.
As the girl establishes a home away from the community, new threats from the north make their way towards the city.
Alice has inadvertently made herself the first line of defence for Woodmyst.
Will her skills be enough to help her?
Can she survive on her own?
If not, what will become of Woodmyst?

The Huntress of Woodmyst is set for release by the end of 2017.

In the meantime, check out the other books in The Woodmyst Chronicles of series and be sure to download your free copy of The Walls of Woodmyst to get you started.



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11/9/2017

the woodmyst chronicles IMPORTANT UPDATE

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THE WOODMYST CHRONICLES IMPORTANT UPDATE

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

I am writing this today to inform you of some very good news.
The Walls Of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book I, is now available to download for free.
That's right.
FREE.

The Walls Of Woodmyst is the first instalment of the Woodmyst Chronicles. It is a fast moving story filled with action, suspense, thrills and horror. 

Inside The Walls Of Woodmyst, the villagers gathered in the Great Hall to celebrate the beginning of the harvest season. Unknown to them, however, just outside the protective walls that surrounded the village, deadly enemies were lurking in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to launch their well planned attack. Warning signs of impending doom started when the village leadership discovered a gruesomely mutilated body. Gripped with fear and with no knowledge of who the enemy was, the village readied itself for the battle. A dark cloud hung over the whole of Woodmyst as the villagers prepared for the worst. The leaders started to gather clues in a desperate attempt to identify the mysterious enemies, but the more clues they found the more afraid they became. When the attacks started, cunning monsters came at night and vanished without a trace when day broke. With each night bringing fresh waves of terror, will the wisdom of the leaders and the dedication of the brave men of the village be enough to defeat the merciless enemies? And was the chief's decision to put the rest of the villagers in the Great Hall a wise one?
Get your FREE download of The Walls Of Woodmyst by visiting www.robertekreig.com and click on the links to any of the online bookstores displayed on the dedicated The Walls Of Woodmyst page.

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10/23/2017

Nominated

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Hi. I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

​I'm so excited because my book was just nominated for the 2017 Readers Choice Awards! Please vote for it at 
www.tckpublishing.com/readers-choice-voting.
Just hit the top arrow to the right until you reach page 9 (Vote For Your 
Favorite Thriller Book) and scroll down until you see
I Am Calm Voice. Click on the cover image in the list and all done.

​Thanks heaps.


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9/17/2017

New Reviews For "I Am calm voice"

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New Reviews For "I Am Calm Voice"

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

Even though my latest book, I Am Calm Voice, has only been available for a couple of weeks, it seems to be receiving some good reviews. Most of these have been word of mouth, but a couple have appeared on Amazon.
I'm quite pleased with the responses thus far. The reviewers seem to have enjoyed the book, which is an encouragement to press on with my next project.
Someone did ask if I had plans to put the Amazon reviews on my site. I've decided not to.
The first reason is because I have a link to I Am Calm Voice on Amazon on my dedicated I Am Calm Voice page on my website and people are quite welcome to read the reviews there if they wish.
The second reason is because I posted some reviews from Readers' Favorite on my site, which are very favourable towards the book.
I feel that by overindulging in positive reviews might result in turning potential readers away. 
I don't know about you, but every time I see an advertisement on TV or an info-mercial (man, I hate those things so much, I really want to know about the product, not see endless reviews (don't take our word for it).
In saying that, I do like getting reviews.
Reviews allow me to get feedback from readers. They allow me to adjust my plans for future projects as I take criticisms and positive observations on board. They help shape me as a writer.
My advice to any reader out there is to take time to review a book you have read. Don't simply agree with every other reviewer. Tell people what you got out of reading someone else's work. Recommend it, or tell people to forget it if you thought it was garbage.
In any case, your thoughts are valuable.
If you would like to read the reviews on Amazon's page for I Am Calm Voice, you can do so here: I Am Calm Voice
If you have read the book and would like to leave a review, please do.
All the best,
Robert E Kreig

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9/11/2017

How Exciting!

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How Exciting!

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
​
I've just discovered a five-star review on Amazon for I Am Calm Voice.
How exciting!
Check it out at the link below.
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www.amazon.com/Am-Calm-Voice-Robert-Krieg-ebook/dp/B0757WYC4P/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pl_foot_top?ie=UTF8

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8/30/2017

She Is Here.

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SHE IS HERE.

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
​
I am proud to announce that my latest project, I Am Calm Voice, has become available to purchase today.
I have placed links to iBooks, Amazon and KOBO stores where I Am Calm Voice can be acquired. 
I know that people have been waiting for this one for a long time. Well, she is finally here.
Grab yourself a copy, download it to your reader and enjoy.
You won't be disappointed.

​Robert E Kreig.

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8/23/2017

She's Coming... She's angry...

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SHE'S COMING... SHE'S ANGRY...

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Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

I'm a little excited today as I've just sent an approval for the worldwide distribution of my latest ebook project, I Am Calm Voice.
​With hope, it should be available within the next few weeks at every online location where ebooks are sold. I will post links to Amazon, iBooks, Kobo and Barnes and Noble on the page dedicated to I Am Calm Voice when it becomes available to purchase.
In the meantime, please visit the I Am Calm Voice page to read a brief synopsis, reviews and find a link to where you can read I Am Calm Voice for free at Inkitt for a limited time.
So, keep your eyes peeled for I Am Calm Voice.
She is coming...
She is angry...

​Robert E Kreig.

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6/25/2017

An Update From Robert E Kreig

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​An Update From Robert E Kreig

Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.

I just recently wrote this message on other social media platforms and thought that I should put it here also.

Enjoy.

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With my most recent piece available to read for free on Inkitt, I thought it might be time to update readers of some changes to the website and other material available online.

First, some aesthetic changes have been made to my website. I think it is easier to navigate but would appreciate any feedback.

You can visit my website at www.robertekreig.com

Another recent change is the updated cover for The Walls of Woodmyst. It is the first book of the Woodmyst Chronicles and can be purchased through many online book stores.

Eventually, I will update the other books in the series with similar covers. You can check the proposed covers at my website, Homewww.robertekreig.com

Let me know what you think by leaving a comment at the following link:

http://www.robertekreig.com/contact-robert-e-kreig.html

Thank you, and happy reading.

​Robert E Kreig

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6/4/2017

THE FUTURE OF WOODMYST

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Hi. I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
Now that I've finally put I Am Calm Voice out there for the world to read, I think it may be time to revisit Woodmyst again.
When I completed The Warlords of Woodmyst, I thought I might have been done with the place. But, alas, it called me back for another adventure.
I have been working on the rough drafts of four more books that follow the deeds of Tomas and Emily Warde's daughters, Catherine and Alice. Needless to say that I have, once again, allowed the characters to take me on this journey and we have wandered into some very dark territories.
In these next four books, we will see friends become enemies and enemies become friends. Strange creatures will arise and mysterious forces fester beneath all of the action.
It does get a bit grisly and disgusting in places. But let's face it, would it truly be Woodmyst without something a little unnerving?
I truly did enjoy writing the first drafts of this story and particularly liked exploring the development of the young Warde girls as they both come of age and struggle with their own challenges as the narrative progresses.
The four books are a continuous story, not four separate adventures. Each filled with perils and fast paced action amongst some scary and sometimes gory trials with many twists in the road.
It may be some time before we see these books join their predesessors in the virtual bookstores. So, until then, I urge everyone to check out I Am Calm Voice on Inkitt for free.
And, just for the fun of it all, here's a sneaky peak of the proposed cover for the next book in the Woodmyst series. I'm calling it, The Huntress of Woodmyst.
Cheers,
Robert E Kreig.

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4/30/2017

I AM CALM VOICE Available To Read On INKITT

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I AM CALM VOICE
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AVAILABLE TO READ ON INKITT

Hi Everyone.
I have just entered my latest piece of work in a competition on Inkitt.
I would really appreciate it if you got the word out for me. The more readers I get, the more chances I have at winning.
The prize is $6000 investment towards promotional contribution and possible publication (ebook and print).
You can access the book at the following link:
Robert E Kreig's Inkitt Profile

Thanks heaps.
Robert E Kreig.

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1/27/2017

I Am calm voice

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I AM CALM VOICE

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Hi. I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
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It's been a while since I posted anything, and so I thought it was about time that I introduced you to my new novel which will be made available on e-book later this year.

I Am Calm Voice is a dark psychological novel surrounding the actions of one girl on a fateful morning in April, 2017. Kristin Matthews is fed up with her life, her oppressive parents, and her bullying schoolmates. She is compelled by a soothing voice thrumming in her head to seek revenge on those who have wronged her. At the top of her list is a trio of girls who have taunted her to breaking point. After careful planning, she embarks on a deadly rampage through Edwards Hill State High School, bent on destroying all her pain one final time. What follows is a haunting description of the day’s events, culminating in an ending no one will expect. Below is the opening chapter from I Am Calm Voice.
View the book trailer here.
For more information about I Am Calm Voice, and other works by Robert E Kreig, visit www.robertekreig.com.


THE KILLARNEY FACTOR

SATURDAY MAY 13 2017
The room was lit more brightly than he had believed it to be. It looked a lot darker when he watched the show on his television at home. The set appeared simple, consisting of two black chairs upon a raised platform. Between them was a glass coffee table with a pitcher of water and two freshly filled glasses.
The backdrop was a large black curtain with the words, THE KILLARNEY FACTOR hanging from a drop-down sign attached to something far above them. The studio lights, shining from directly above, out in front and off to each side, were blinding. He didn’t know how people on television did this every day without eventually losing their eyesight.
Perhaps they did.
Sitting in the chair left of screen, he squirmed nervously as he reached for the glass closest to him. He took a quick sip, wishing it was something stronger.
“Take your time,” Bill Killarney, the gracious host, told him.
His eyes moved across the three cameras with their lenses directed towards the two men on the platform.
Placing the glass gingerly on the table, he cleared his throat and moved his gaze back to the other man.
“I’m sorry,” he said. “I’m a little nervous. First time on TV.”
“It’s all right,” Killarney replied. “This isn’t live. We’ll edit this pretty tight for time’s sake. I know that doesn’t sit well, considering the context. It should be me apologizing to you for making you relive this.”
“The wife thinks it might help it I was to talk about it,” the man replied. “I was thinking more along the lines of a therapist or someone like that.”
“I can recommend one I’ve used from time to time after my time reporting from war zones,” the other suggested. “It seems stupid, but they do really help.”
“I might take you up on that.”
“Are you ready to continue, Mister Ramus?”
The man nodded. “I think so.”
“Okay,” Killarney fixed his tie. “Mister Ramus, in your time as Chief Inspector for the Texas Forensics Science Commission, have you encountered a crime scene in any way similar to that which was found at Edwards Hill State High School?”
“Never,” Ramus replied, taking a deep breath afterwards.
“Could you elaborate?”
“You need to understand that this is an ongoing investigation,” he answered. “To all involved, it would appear an open and shut case. But life isn’t that simple. And what we saw in there was anything but a simple homicide or mass shooting for that matter.”
“You’re still referring to this case as a ‘mass shooting’?” Killarney wrote something on a clipboard that was positioned on his lap.
“We don’t know what to call this,” the other said, shaking his head. “Many of the victims were shot. Some were…”
“Are you all right?” Killarney glanced to someone behind the cameras. “Do you want to stop?”
“No,” Ramus replied instantly. “I’d like to continue, please.”
“You were saying?” The host nodded.
“I was saying that most were shot, but there were others who were murdered in more creative ways.” He took another deep breath as he considered the words he had just spoken. “Creative isn’t the right word. But it’s the most appropriate that I can think of at the moment.”
“Talk us through what you encountered,” Killarney suggested. “Keeping in mind that this is an ongoing case.”
“Well,” Ramus reached for the glass of water again. After taking a long sip and swallowing hard, he placed the glass back upon the table. It clunked a little loudly. “Sorry.”
“It’s all right,” the other assured him. “Please continue.”
“We arrived after everything had unfolded,” he said. “It was roughly seven-thirty and already quite dark. Someone had placed a couple of floodlights hooked up to generators around the outside of the building on the front lawn and had them pointing towards the ground. There were two bodies out there. I guess someone watched too many cop shows and decided the lights were needed for our team or something.”
“Where should they have been?”
“We didn’t need them at all,” answered Ramus. “We always bring our own equipment. I mean, it didn’t matter. The power was on and most of the external and internal lights were still working, even after the sprinkler system had been triggered. They weren’t necessary. But, being a small town, maybe someone got a bit zealous and decided to get all the toys out. I don’t know.”
“So you went inside?”
“Yes. We entered at the side of the building through the emergency exit from the school cafeteria. We then split the team up and took different sections of the building. We hoped to process the scene a little quicker by doing this. As I said, it all appeared as an open and shut case.”
“How many were in your team?”
“We had a large team,” Ramus replied. “Eighteen. We were told that there were a lot of victims and that we would need numbers to process the scene.”
“What would a usual number on a forensics team be?”
“Well, that depends upon the scene,” he answered. “I would usually work with a team of three to five. But there have been times when I’ve worked with as many as twenty-five. The truth of the matter is that eighteen was all we could fit into the vehicles with the equipment we brought with us. That, and not too many wanted to go for a ride all the way from Houston to Edwards Hill.”
“What happened next?”
“We split into sub-teams of three. My sub-team moved upstairs where we took the center hallway. The first victims were murdered there. I think it’s safe to say that we found three youths and five adults all with fatal gunshot wounds. One was a police officer and four were teachers employed at the school.”
“Safe to say?” Killarney interjected.
“Sorry?” Ramus moved his eyes to the presenter. His expression appeared as if he didn’t understand the question.
“You said, ‘safe to say’. What do you mean by that?”
“I was referring to the fact that this is still an open case,” Ramus replied. “I know I can’t give names for the time being. I may not be able to discuss gender either. But so much has already been announced in the media, including the victims’ identities, that I feel that I must give some clarification. That’s why I said that I think it’s safe to say these things.”
“Of course.” The host nodded, jotting something else down on his clipboard. “Please.”
“Well, we processed the scene. Put tags down. Took photos and video. Measured what blood spatter hadn’t been washed away, distances of shell casings from the deceased. Nothing all that exciting.
“We then moved into the northern corridor and what we saw were bodies piled upon bodies. It was a complete and utter bloodbath. We spent nearly two hours in that hallway with the assistance of three other sub-teams.
“That was where the bulk of the massacre occurred.” He paused to take another sip of water. Hs eyes were beginning to glisten with moisture. “I had seen blood before. But not that much. Even then, something inside of me told me that I wasn’t going to walk away from this one without some scarring inside my psyche. But there was more.
“It was when we returned downstairs and were summoned by our colleagues to see what was in the gymnasium that caused my stomach to turn. I’ve never seen anything like it in my life and never want to see anything like it ever again.”
“You’re referring to the burnt bodies?”
“Burnt?” George Ramus, resigned Chief Inspector for the Texas Forensics Science Commission felt his throat tighten. His eyes welled with tears. “They were children. Little children that were no older than fourteen at best. I mean, the vast majority of victims were only kids. But I’ve never seen anything like that. Not in my whole thirty-eight years in service with the Forensics Science Commission.”
“And this is what sparked your resignation?” Killarney queried. “It was too much? You didn’t want to see anything like that again?”
“She took their innards,” Ramus blurted. “She arranged their guts along the floor to form four Latin words.”
“What words?” Killarney sat forward, intrigued. He flipped through the papers on his clipboard for notes about such a thing but found nothing. This information was new.
“Jesus,” Ramus started to cry. “What sort of person does that?”
“What were the words, Mister Ramus?”
“You wouldn’t have guessed that someone like her would be capable of doing such things. She killed seventy-three in that school and took the time to leave a message.”
“What was the message she left?”
Ramus didn’t seem to hear the interviewer. The words seemed to simply dribble out of him as he became more and more upset.
“She looked like any other normal kid. But she ripped their stomachs open and took their intestines out.” He was a blubbering mess. His cheeks were wet. His nose was running over his lips in thick strips of mucus.
“Mister Ramus?”
“They were only burnt on the outside, you see,” he explained. “But inside was still raw. Still raw.”
“What message, Mister Ramus?” Killarney pressed.
“I think that’s enough,” called a voice from behind the cameras.
“Mister Ramus…” Killarney reached over and put his hand on George Ramus’ knee. “What was the message she left?”
Ramus started hyperventilating. His breathing became erratic and snot sprayed across the floor at his feet.
“Cut,” the voice from the darkness called. “Cut. The interview is over, Bill.”
“Mister Ramus,” Killarney stood to his feet and placed his hand on Ramus’ shoulder. “I apologize for pushing. Mister Ramus?”
The resigned chief inspector lowered his head towards his knees.
“Oh God,” he wheezed. “Oh God. Oh God.”


Reviews

Author Robert E. Kreig has done it again...
Love might be too strong a word for a work of terror and destruction, but just in case it isn’t, I am going to go ahead and say that I loved I Am Calm Voice. Author Robert E. Kreig has done it again in this work; he has written a book that is simply un-put-down-able. I have been lucky enough to have had the chance to read some of the other fine books by author Kreig, those in his Woodmyst series, but Calm Voice is really little like those. In my opinion, it’s even better. I was downright frightened by some scenes, and that almost never happens to me when reading a book, even by some of the most recognizable names in horror-based fiction. It is easy for me to give this book my highest recommendation, and to say that I simply cannot wait to read more from the extremely talented (and dare I say, perhaps somewhat twisted) author, Robert E. Kreig, as soon as he has something available! 
Tracy A. Fischer 
author of 'The Sort of Life of Julie Winterfeldt (The Julie Winterfeldt Series)'


One of the more intense, haunting novels I have read...
I really enjoyed I Am Calm Voice. This is certainly one of the more intense, haunting novels I have read in recent memory. Mr. Kreig takes us into the minds of not only Kristin, but her victims as well. The feelings of fear and worry are palpable, not just from the people involved, but the community as well. I Am Calm Voice is almost shocking in the way Kristin coldly takes lives, compelled by her inner demons. Mr. Kreig almost suggests the ‘Calm Voice’ is an otherworldly entity, coaxing people to kill and playing on their innermost insecurities. It’s a fascinating metaphor for psychosis and psychopathy, and makes one wonder what does go through the heads of people who plan murder on a massive scale. I highly recommend this novel.
Heather Osborne
author of 'Rae Hatting Mysteries (series)'


I Am Calm Voice by Robert E Kreig is a masterful blend of crime fiction and thriller, a compelling work that features an unusual serial killer. 
Robert E. Kreig is a gifted writer who knows how to hook readers from the very beginning. The story opens with a televised interview of a former member of the forensic team, an opening that immediately introduces the reader to the powerful conflict that will permeate every layer of the plot. The author combines the power of vivid descriptions and plot-driven dialogue with the gift of storytelling to create a world where readers feel anxious but excited to navigate. As I read this intriguing story, I couldn’t help but think of this author together with James Patterson. I loved the way the protagonist is crafted, a complex character with a psychological problem called The Calm Voice, something she identifies with. I Am Calm Voice will entertain and shock readers and they won’t be able to put it aside. 
Romuald Dzemo 
for Readers' Favorite 

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