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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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Avignon: The Palace of the Popes

Posted on February 4, 2018 by E. C. Ambrose

One of my favorite parts of writing the Elisha series has been learning about all these fantastic places and people of the 14th century.  One of the best has got to be the Palace of the Popes in Avignon, France.  … Continue reading →

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Arisia Convention This weekend!

Posted on January 11, 2018 by E. C. Ambrose

Are you coming to Arisia, or thinking about it?  Here’s where to find me on panels, with some fantastic people! Friday If You Didn’t Know, Now You Know: SFF Divination Marina 2 (2E), 5:30pm – 6:45pm Charlie Boatner (moderator), Heather … 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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The Query Quandary: Pitching Your Novel

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

The novel pitching advice and experience continues today, with the all-important query.  For more advice, check out Joshua Palmatier’s hub of all things pitching! Okay, so you’ve got a killer pitch line, and a finished manuscript, and you’re ready for … Continue reading →

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Crafting Your Pitch, Elevator Style

Posted on September 19, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

This week for all the aspiring novelists out there, Joshua Palmatier invited a bunch of us to share our stories and advice about three stages of pitching a book.  Find more entries here–and happy pitching! I love me a good … 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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How to deal with The Walking Dead in the Middle Ages

Posted on April 10, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

Here’s a fascinating bit of archaeological evidence for medieval ideas about zombies (then known as revenants)  from a great blog called The Templar Knight:   Source: How to deal with The Walking Dead in the Middle Ages

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