Welcome to
my garden…
The winding path before you is missing some of its stones. You can’t see where it leads, but you can hear the hum of insects and see a gnarled tree rising above you. A single poppy rests at its base. Mist swirls at your feet and a voice from somewhere in the distance beckons to you. Though the light of day is fading, the choice still remains.
Lore
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From the path
Lily’s Passage
Lily for innocence. Pine for protection.
Dangerous secrets. A kingdom torn apart. Two unlikely heroes. Embark on a journey through Alderdale in a tale of magic, mystery, and finding our place in the world.
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Holly’s Portent
Holly for foresight. Ivy for fidelity.
Mysterious magic. A dark political web. Secrets that could destroy an empire. Embark on a journey through Alderdale in a tale of duty, sacrifice, and breaking free from the bondage of the past.
Holly’s Portent
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Acceptable Conformity
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I receive a lot of newsletters in my email, and many of the author ones offer writing advice. Makes sense, right? A writer talking about… writing. But one thing I often ponder is “what audience is this author trying to reach?” Because most readers probably don’t care much about the craft of writing. They just…
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