coming of age

Do You Believe in Monsters? by Jim Melvin

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Do You Believe in Monsters? by Jim Melvin

“Be prepared for a full-blown launch into a fantasy realm loaded with magic, monsters, courageous acts, and a dash of sweet romance.” — Chris Harold Stevenson, award-winning author of everything fantasy and paranormal

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From the author of The Death Wizard Chronicles comes a new adventure suitable for teens and adults.

Do You Believe in Monsters? is book 2 of Dark Circles, a fantasy trilogy for readers 13 and older. This is a great coming of age series for fans of J.K. Rowling, Neil Gaiman, and Brandon Sanderson.

Book 1: Do You Believe in Magic? (May 25, 2023)
Book 2: Do You Believe in Monsters? (Oct. 23, 2023)
Book 3: Do You Believe in Miracles? (February 2024)

Book 2 synopsis:

When Charlie Magus enters a fantastical world hidden deep in the forest, his life is turned upside down.

The timid 13-year-old transforms into a powerful wizard wielding formidable magic.

In the real world, life goes on as usual. But in the fantasy world, a war is brewing that will dwarf all others. Charlie’s newfound powers stand between victory and defeat.

But in which world does he truly belong?

Dark Circles is an adventure of epic scope. Only those with a hero’s heart will dare to stand at Charlie’s side as he battles an army of monsters led by an evil being of immense power.

Do You Believe in Magic? by Jim Melvin

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Do You Believe in Magic? by Jim Melvin

“Transcends fiction and fantasy by exploring the struggles of those coming of age.” —Chris Worthy, Upstate Parent magazine

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From the author of “The Death Wizard Chronicles” comes a new adventure suitable for teens and adults.

“Do You Believe in Magic?” is book 1 of “Dark Circles,” a fantasy series for readers 13 and older. This is a great coming of age series for fans of J.K. Rowling, Neil Gaiman, and Brandon Sanderson.

After discovering a magical waterfall deep in the forest, a boy and his dog embark on an epic adventure in a fantastical world filled with monsters and magic.

In the real world, Charlie is a 13-year-old nerd picked on by bullies. But in the fantasy world, he becomes a wizard wielding formidable powers.

Standing in his way is a vile monster bent on destruction.

Only those with a hero’s heart will have the courage to stand at Charlie’s side when the war begins.

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“Be prepared for a full-blown launch into a fantasy realm loaded with magic, monsters, courageous acts, and a dash of sweet romance.” —Chris Harold Stevenson, award-winning author of fantasy and paranormal tales

“If the first book of this new series is any indication, you are in for a big treat and wild fantasy ride.” —Dave Scheiber, nationally renowned journalist and author

“Melvin shows his literary mastery as he weaves elements of potential and transformation.” —Ann Allen, The Charlotte Observer

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“We have a masterful new fantasy writer on the scene … Melvin shows his literary mastery as he weaves elements of potential and transformation.”
–The Charlotte Observer
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Dark Circles
Book 1: Do You Believe in Magic?

Abandoned by his father, a grieving boy moves from Florida to his grandparents’ farm in Upstate South Carolina. There, he rediscovers his passion for life in a most unexpected place—a magical world hidden deep in the forest.

In the real world, Charlie is a nerdy 13-year-old picked on by bullies at his new school. But in the fantasy world, he becomes a wizard who wields high magic.

Eventually, reality and fantasy blend into one.

Dark Circles is an adventure of epic scope. Only those with a hero’s heart will dare to stand at Charlie’s side as he battles fantastical monsters led by an evil being of immense power.
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Jim Melvin is a novelist who lives in the foothills of the Southern Appalachians. He is best known for his epic fantasy series The Death Wizard Chronicles, a six-book saga for mature audiences. Jim was previously an award-winning journalist at several large newspapers and a communications director at a major university.

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Grim Daze (The Grim Chronicles Book 2) by D.R. Martin

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Grim Daze (The Grim Chronicles Book 2) by D.R. Martin

I intended the Grim Chronicles series for young adult fans of Harry Potter, Narnia, and Redwall. Book two continues the magical adventures of Howl, the boy wizard, and his human and animal companions in their battle for freedom. As new evils come to Grimsland, they must find new allies, stand with old foes, and tap into unimagined wonders. The story also includes chapter illustrations of scenes and characters. Your feedback is vital to improve the series. All reviews are welcome and appreciated.

The Serpent and the Swan by Ashland Pym

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The Serpent and the Swan by Ashland Pym

“Beautiful and cruel”

She’s not quite human, but is she as dangerous as they believe?

Cygna has been kept under the shadow of secrecy for two decades. Not only is she the King’s illegitimate firstborn, she’s also an extraordinary half-fae with a wing in place of an arm who instills fear and suspicion in those close to her.

But now a terrifying evil is ravaging the kingdom. A Lindworm is making a path straight for the castle, and the King and Queen believe Cygna has the power to stop the serpent. Except Cygna knows what her hateful stepmother really wants is to keep Cygna from inheriting the throne.

They send Cygna on a dangerous journey to the underworld where she meets others like her. She begins to see she’s not the unnatural creature she was brought up to believe. But will Cygna have the bravery to confront the terrifying serpent and defeat her darkest fears? Her freedom and life will depend on it.

The Girl of Dorcha Wood by Kristin Ward

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The Girl of Dorcha Wood by Kristin Ward

Treacherous. Evil. Dark. Dorcha Wood is all of these. And none of them.

The people of Felmore talk of Dorcha Wood in whispers, if they speak of it at all, fearing the wrath of the Cù-Sìth should their words be carried on the wind. Those murdering beasts still roam the darkness of the forest, the last remnants of the cursed Aos Sí, a race of elves, long since vanished from the world.

But to seventeen-year-old Fiadh, it is home. A haven. A forest whose secrets become known only when it chooses to reveal them. Her life is one of balance until the outside world shatters it.

From the moment Fiadh set eyes on Gideon, the peaceful rhythm of her life was lost. As a new path unfolds, Fiadh confronts the reality of old hatreds, the consequences of things hidden, and the truth of who she really is.

Guinevere Trilogy by Cheryl Carpinello

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Guinevere Trilogy by Cheryl Carpinello

Guinevere Trilogy

GUINEVERE: ON THE EVE OF LEGEND
Princess Guinevere dreaded her upcoming thirteenth birthday. It signaled the beginning of her official role as the Lady of her father’s castle. No more adventures in the forest with Cedwyn. No more explorations outside the castle walls. No more excitement. No more danger. No more fun. Cedwyn—her companion for as long as she remembered—viewed her circumstances differently. A Medieval coming-of-age story relevant today.

GUINEVERE: AT THE DAWN OF LEGEND
Ancient Stones. Mystical Stones. Autumnal Equinox. Down upon a wide plain the yellow orb shines strong. Racing side by side, the two laughingly ride. A mist descends. The laughing stops. A dangerous Medieval tale of two friends. Of a loyalty not often seen.

GUINEVERE: THE LEGEND
Fiercely loyal, Cedwyn always rushes to Guinevere’s defense. Stubborn to a fault. Always there for her. A future Knight? His one and only hope. A hero? Not what Cedwyn strove for, but it sought him.
Guinevere rarely thinks with her head. Just the opposite. Thinking with one’s heart: a recipe for trouble. And trouble finds Guinevere, all too often. Stubborn, she refuses to abandon those depending upon her. Even when ordered by her father, the king.
And so these two—both on the edge of Legend—barrel forth in this deadly dangerous and riveting Arthurian adventure.

Tales of Ferrês by K.M. Jenkins

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Tales of Ferrês by K.M. Jenkins

Since the beginning of time, one kingdom in the world of Tarzinëa has remained a mystery. Very few have entered its depths and survived. Walk alongside our heroes and watch their tales unfold as they enter the Forest of Ferrês. Discover everything from wolves so large they look like full grown ponies, to devil creatures that lurk in the night. Expect the unexpected as you venture into the magical land of Ferrês where not everything is as it seems.

Mark of the Medallion by Mike Shelton

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Mark of the Medallion by Mike Shelton

He lost his family…

…He’s got voices in his head.

And he’s more powerful than they ever imagined.

Fifteen-year-old apprentice Kyril is sick of being bullied. And after a tragic fire leaves him orphaned with out-of-control thoughts and powers, he can’t wait to escape constant taunting at the wizard academy. So when a dicey faction entices him with companionship, he ignores the grim warning signs.

Even as Kyril’s power grows within the group, he’s left out of the crew’s dangerous plans to derail the authorities. And when being accepted comes at the expense of making questionable choices, he fears his newfound friendships aren’t worth the deadly price.

Can Kyril master his new magic before his shady companions send him to his doom?

Mark of the Medallion is the spellbinding first novel in The Wizard Academies YA fantasy series. If you like sword and sorcery, enchanted adventures, and suspenseful coming-of-age stories, then you’ll love Mike Shelton’s action-packed tale.

Through The Storm by Sherif Guirguis

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Rowida is a young woman with grand dreams, who ventures on a path that would change two worlds and span more than a hundred years.

Punished and Banished from her world to ours, Rowida kidnaps a child, bonds to a demonic being, and becomes one with the soul of a Dragon, just to get back at those who tormented her.

Once back, she raises an army the Inner Earth had never seen the likes of and starts the first global war. Thousands of lives are lost, nations and races cease to exist, yet Rowida has just begun a far longer story.

Now, the fate of two worlds rests on the shoulders of a few unsuspecting souls.

If you liked the Golden Compass, you will love Through The Storm.

Read the story of Rowida, one of the most powerful female leads in fantasy, TODAY.

Targeted Age Group:: Young Adults

What Inspired You to Write Your Book?
I wanted to show the reader my vision of the world of Agartha, and how the politics of this world works, so, I had to tell the story of the war that shaped Agartha, and the woman who led it in Through The Storm.

Mark of the Medallion by Mike Shelton

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Mark of the Medallion by Mike Shelton

He lost his family. He’s got voices in his head.

And he’s more powerful than they ever imagined…

Can Kyril master his new magic before his shady companions send him to his doom?