Category Archives: fantasy

The Dragon Eater–new from J. Scott Coatsworth

Posted on March 16, 2023 by E. C. Ambrose

and a chance to read Scott’s short story collection, free! Every once in a while, I hear about a book concept that just sounds like too much fun! Check it out… Raven’s a thief who just swallowed a dragon. A … Continue reading →

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Flying in with a New Adventure!

Posted on October 6, 2022 by E. C. Ambrose

Hello, friends and fans! It’s been a little while, hasn’t it? Sorry about that! I have not been idle, I assure you (I’ve written at least two manuscripts unlikely to see the light of day, fled the path of a … Continue reading →

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Everything Drakemaster (or Nearly So)

Posted on April 13, 2022 by E. C. Ambrose

My latest historical fantasy novel is hitting the shelves! Along with that, are all kinds of podcast, interviews and blogs! So, you can now buy the book! find it on Amazon| Barnes and Noble| Apple| Kobo or order from your … Continue reading →

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DRAKEMASTER! Forthcoming historical fantasy

Posted on March 19, 2022 by E. C. Ambrose

I am thrilled to share the cover and concept for my next historical fantasy novel. Set in China during the Mongol invasions, DRAKEMASTER brings together an unexpected team of rivals to find a mechanical wonder based on Su Song’s astronomical … Continue reading →

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Looking Behind: Re-booting a Fantasy (or a fantasy re-boot?)

Posted on May 7, 2019 by E. C. Ambrose

Hey, E. C., haven’t heard from you in a while–what are you working on? I am excited to announce that I’ll have two books coming out this summer! When Elisha Daemon came out last year, I was thrilled to finally … Continue reading →

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Elisha Daemon Launch Day!

Posted on February 6, 2018 by E. C. Ambrose

Today’s the day! Not only is this the launch for Elisha Daemon, but this book is the final volume in the series!  If you’ve been waiting to get all five books in hand before you read, it’s time to start. … Continue reading →

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Pitching a Novel: Nailing Your Synopsis

Posted on September 21, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

This is the third in a series on pitching your novel, my take on the topic–for many more answers, follow the blog chain led by Joshua Palmatier, editor and author!  In the meantime, read on. . . Personally, I think … Continue reading →

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Cover Reveal: Elisha Daemon!

Posted on August 25, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

Coming February 6, 2018, the fifth and final volume of the Dark Apostle!  Check it out: Just as Elisha thinks he might defeat his enemies, they unleash two terrible weapons:  the holy woman who used to love him, and the … Continue reading →

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Elisha Mancer Launch Day! With footnotes. . .

Posted on February 7, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

Elisha Mancer, Book 4 of The Dark Apostle, is now available in bookstores everywhere!  And you can find sample chapters for this, and all of the books in the series, at TheDarkApostle.com  When you love it, you can click through … Continue reading →

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What Comes Next? Power Transitions in the Middle Ages

Posted on January 20, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

Today is a big day in America, yet it’s an event that occurs every four or eight years: the inauguration of a new president.  Since I’ve also been listening to the Hamilton soundtrack, by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the words of King … Continue reading →

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