Fostered by elves and unaware of her heritage, the angel Luthiel journeyed on a lonely quest to save her only sister. What she discovered at the end was something entirely unexpected. Now she is faced with an army of fae sent to destroy the one thing she never thought she would defend — the dread Vyrl of the Vale of Mists.

So with her companions — the great and terrible werewolf Othalas, the tiny dragon Melkion, the strange and sometimes frightening sorcerer Mithorden, a Vyrl named Ecthellien, and the elf Vaelros who would love her — she must face the fae’s rage and beg forgiveness for monsters.

If she can make the journey…

For the Vale is surrounded by the nightmare webs of a horde of Widdershae and the only other path out of the Vale leads to the Red Moon — where something terrible lurks in the flames.

Beyond the Vale, the home she left behind is not the same. Fae armies march on quests of vengeance. Powers play their final hands in a game of ages. For in the sky something evil stirs. Rumors of a dark prophecy. Whispers of a ‘Blood Witch.’ And signs foretelling of the onset of an ancient doom terrible enough to destroy worlds.

Now available for preorder…

To receive a signed copy on the release date (Release date of September, 2008) send $14.00 + $3.00 shipping to Dark Forest Press, 305 North Street #5, Portsmouth, VA 23704.

So at last we come to Luthiel…

SPOILER WARNING!!! 

Orphaned at Flir Light Hollow under mysterious circumstances, we discover a number of things about her in the first book that call into question her background and deeper nature. Raised by elves, she’s always seen as somewhat different. (more…)

Dear Friends,

“The War of Mists” is developing apace. We have a final draft and, at the moment, my wife and I are going back and forth with it. She’s a stickler for grammar and very good at recognizing what works and what doesn’t in a story. She’s a voracious reader and can blow through one book the size of a “Deathly Hallows” in a day. So I’m doing my best to be smart and pay total attention to her feedback. (more…)

Well I just received an excellent question from a friend on myspace. The question was — “what is the Luthiel’s Song series about?” I don’t think it’s one I’ve answered at all to any degree of satisfaction. I mean, I’ve talked about the first book to thousands of people, but I haven’t really mentioned much about the series itself.

Since we’re ramping up production on “The War of Mists” — the second book in the Luthiel’s Song series, I think it’s a great time to talk a little bit about the larger story. 

So for you all and for the young man who asked the question, here is my answer. I hope it is a good one! (more…)

Dear friends,

I’m making an open call for editorial reviewers for “The War of Mists” — the second installment in the Luthiel’s Song series. Currently, I have eight spots to fill on the review panel. (more…)

With this announcement, we have officially begun a search for the artist who will design the cover and inside plates of “War of Mists!”

We are seeking professional art depicting Luthiel, her companions, and the fantastic world of Oesha. Artist compensation for this project (more…)

The Vyrl of Luthiel’s Song. Fallen angels who once fed on dreams. Now forced to feed on blood. Once spirits of life and vitality. Now struggling to survive.

Can a Vyrl still feel love? (more…)

Glaciers move slow — most of the time. But as you can see here, they sometimes surge forward with alarming force and speed. So like the explosive noises that precede a glacial surge, these announcements will foreshadow the publication of Luthiel’s Song Book II.

This is the first small noise. (more…)

The part I wrote last night came as a complete surprise. I love it when that happens. It’s almost like you’re watching a movie as opposed to writing a story. You have all these ideas swirling around. Then they come together in a way that’s totally unexpected. For me, that’s the best part about writing.