It's Here. The Weapons of woodmyst is available. Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up. It brings me great pleasure to announce the release of The Weapons of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book IX. This is the second to last book in the series and continues directly on from The Gods of Woodmyst. I think followers of this series are going to enjoy this one. The action is amped up to eleven and the gut churning tension intensifies with each page turn. Great for the Halloween season. Be sure to get your copy now from your preferred ebook store. And don't forget the first book of the series, The Walls of Woodmyst, is still free to download. Gift it for a friend, family member, or your grandmother. She'll love it. Don't forget to drop a review of the books you have read so far. Every kind word and star mash or two makes an indie-author smile rainbows. Until next time, happy reading! Robert.
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not too far away! Hi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up. I thought I'd take the time to let everyone know that the next instalment of The Woodmyst Chronicles is virtually around the corner. The Weapons of Woodmyst: The Woodmyst Chronicles Book IX. Some last minute fix-ups and a few back and forth emails with my publishers have just been completed. I have given my approval for distribution and now we simply need to be patient. I'm pretty excited about this one as it is the second to last book of the series. I don't really want to say too much about it here as it picks up where The Gods of Woodmyst left off. I will say these last few books in the series have been a joy to write as they are one continuous story instead of a broken arc, like I wrote for the first four books. I considered writing six books into three, longer narratives, thus fulfilling the traditional style of fantasy writing structure, but decided against it. Let me explain this a little. Most fantasy novels contain somewhere between 80, 000 and 150, 000 words per book, usually sitting on the higher end of the scale, sometimes venturing well over. I tried to average around 80,000 to 90,000 words. The reason I stuck to this formula of writing shorter novels for the series was because I believe it worked well for The Sons of Woodmyst and The Heir of Woodmyst (books 2 and 3 of The Woodmyst Chronicles). Again, these two books could have been written into one story, but I loved the cliffhanger at the end of The Sons of Woodmyst. I didn't want to lose it amongst the chapters, and I couldn't resist sharing its impact. This formula worked extremely well with the last books in the The Woodmyst Chronicles and therefore, what could have been three additional books after The Warlords of Woodmyst (book 4) have become six. Hopefully, that isn't too confusing to make heads or tails with. So, The Weapons of Woodmyst will be available very soon. Keep your eyes peeled for its impending release. Expect a few little twists, some unexpected occurrences, lots of blood and plenty of adventure. Until next time, happy reading. Robert. OUT FOR EDITSHi.
I'm Robert E Kreig and I make stuff up. It's been a while since I took to writing anything in my blog. So, I thought I'd do something about that and share something with you today. For the past few weeks/months, at least since the beginning of the year, I've been putting most of my effort into work, as in my actual day job. This has hindered some of my attempts to keep to my writing schedule. I haven't really written any new material for some time. Don't worry, I am working on something. Most of my leisure/writing time has been allocated to editing and working on a couple of books I've had on file. Readying them for publication. The first of these is The Weapons of Woodmyst, book nine of the Woodmyst Chronicles series. I'm at the point where I'm about to send it off to the distributor. If you've been reading the series up to the most recent book, The Gods of Woodmyst, you'll know that the story continues. Alice and her band of warriors move to free the land of Takmel and his tyrannical rule. Needless to say that swords clash, blood is spilt, sorcery is conjured and dead rise. Just another day in the land of the realms. The second is the follow up to this. It's not quite ready for me to part with it. There's little I want to share about it at the moment as it also continues the story and I don't wish to reveal any spoilers. The third is Long Valley. It was the first book that I ever self-published. I sent it off into the world too hastily and was never really satisfied with it. So, I pulled it off the eBook shelves and gave it a polish. The small changes and restructures work a little better, I think. Long Valley is now residing with my editor, Sally Odgers, an award winning author whose work you can catch a glimpse of here: sallyodgers.weebly.com www.printscharmingbooks.com larksinger.weebly.com (adults only) I've asked her to give me a little assessment Long Valley on top of necessary edits, so it could be some time before we see it return to the publishers. Until next time, best wishes. Robert. Long valley: currently unavailable Long Valley has always been a work in progress. Originally, I self-published Long Valley as a dare. It is a good, action packed narrative that received some great reviews, but I feel it needed some closer attention and readjustments.
Please hold off from downloading files of this book from any websites offering them. They are illegally distributing my intellectual property, and you're being ripped off if you're paying for it at the moment. Long Valley will be available again (when I'm done with what I'm doing with it) at registered and legitimate online book stores such as those listed on various pages within my site: www.robertekreig.com Stay tuned. Robert. The Gods of Woodmyst 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. 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. WRITING ON SCRIVENER FOR THE FIRST TIME. 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. Here Come The Brides 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. THE WOODMYST CHRONICLES: UPDATE 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 HUGEOrange Publication Review 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. THE SHADOW OF WOODMYST IS HERE 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. EXCITED! 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. THE MONSTER ROACH FROM HELL |
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