Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up.
Today, I'm announcing the latest instalment of The Woodmyst Chronicles has just been released.
The Gods of Woodmyst is book VIII in the series and continues the story of Alice Warde, a young girl coming of age, a dragon rider, the Kayl'sro of the Agrodien, the prime of her coven and the leader of a great army.
Determined to overthrow the tyrannical Maji, she sets her eyes to the west and begins her journey to war.
But, the Maji has other plans. He begins to gather his forces for the final conflict and conjures many obstacles for Alice to face along her way. 
With enemies lying in wait, some of which were once close friends, Alice must push on and fight her way through them all to reach him.
The way is long.
The enemies are many.
​

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.

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.

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.

Hi.
​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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.
​
www.amazon.com/Am-Calm-Voice-Robert-Krieg-ebook/dp/B0757WYC4P/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pl_foot_top?ie=UTF8

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.

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.

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

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.