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Book Review: Chronicles of Silvercrest by Bob Cravener

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Chronicles of Silvercrest
by Bob Cravener
3 of 5 Stars

Bob Cravener’s Chronicles of Silvercrest is a great read for people who indulge the worlds of Dungeons & Dragons and similar games. From the authentic behaviors of the various races of elves, humans and zombie minions to the various fighting strategies and uses of magic spells, potions and weapons, Silvercrest will immerse the reader in a world that’s equal parts reality and fantasy.

As a man, only known as “The Traveller”, steps into Broken Keg Tanvern, the villages surrounding Weeping Pines are slowly besieged by the armies gathered together by a king who died 750 prior. King Deng is one of the most repugnant rulers the mountainous area known as Silvercrest has even seen – and that’s saying a lot! After The Traveller shared with Broken Keg Tavern’s bartender Eldridge Kragon over a much-needed mug of ale, Chronicles of Silvercrest unfolds through a diverse group of locales and their various inhabitants.

Eldridge is more than just a simple bartender, he is also known as the Continue reading Book Review: Chronicles of Silvercrest by Bob Cravener →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Henry, Josh & Harrison Herz, authors of Nimpentoad

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Henry, Josh & Harrison Herz, authors of Nimpentoad
(Birch Tree Publishing)

Nimpentoad is the tale of a courageous and resourceful little Nibling. Tired of being picked on by the larger creatures, Nimpentoad leads his tribe through the perilous Grunwald Forest to a giant’s castle, overcoming obstacles and encountering strange creatures along the way.

Kids enjoy the adventure and stunning illustrations. Parents appreciate a story that discourages bullying and emphasizes teamwork, creativity, perseverance and leadership.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Nimpentoad?

Henry, Josh & Harrison Herz: My love of the fantasy genre began in elementary school with Where the Wild Things Are and The Lord of the Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Henry, Josh & Harrison Herz, authors of Nimpentoad →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Karen Williams, author of Sweet Giselle

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Karen Williams, author of Sweet Giselle
(Urban Books)

Giselle thinks she has the perfect life. Things change when her husband’s seedy dealings get her kidnapped by a drug dealer, who is hell-bent on revenge.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Sweet Giselle?

Karen Williams: A lot of my fans were asking for a sequel to my first novel, Harlem On Lock. I didn’t do a sequel because, knowing me, I would end Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Karen Williams, author of Sweet Giselle →