2026 T : Treasure

 

The search for treasure is not an uncommon theme in fiction, especially fantasy. The short story, "Withym: Treasure Beneath the Sands," tells the tale of a search for a lost archive buried beneath the sands of the planet Withym's immense desert. Adding suspense is the eruption of a volcano, dormant for many years. 

Desperate to save what she can, an archaeologist not only enlists the aid of a member of the planetary survey team, but breaks rules and regulations to save the remnants of an ancient civilization.

An adventure in the world of tomorrow, "Treasure Beneath the Sands" blends technology and human spirit to save an alien treasure.

~till next time Helen 

If "Withym: Treasure Beneath the Sands" intrigues you, click here for a free download.

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Hooked on Fire and Amulet, Last #MFRWhooks

Having a slayer as a friend is dangerous when you’re a dragon.

To get in the mood for the upcoming release of Fire and Redemption, a few lines from Fire and Amulet using the Bookqw "Last."

To set the stage, Trelleir has abandoned his home to join Deneas on her quest to slay a dragon. His cave is sealed to prevent the villagers entering, so he guides Deneas through the underground passages of a hidden exit.

Excerpt:

The circle of pale light that marked the end of the latest tunnel grew larger with each step. It provided just enough brightness to silhouette Trelleir’s frame. “Not long now,” he said.

Deneas barely heard the encouragement above the low rush of water. She breathed a sigh of relief. If it hadn’t been for Trelleir’s stolid support, the journey through the interminable darkness would have been unbearable. Softly voiced directions in her ear and his hand on hers guided her around one last series of stone pillars and onto a narrow ledge. “It will take a moment or two for your eyes to adjust.”

Repeated blinks cleared away some of the haze. Several more revealed that the world outside wasn’t shrouded in fog, she was looking at it through a living curtain of water. The tunnel opening was behind a waterfall. “It’s beautiful,” she whispered.

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Fire and Amulet - A Gift

 

Having a slayer as a friend is dangerous when you’re a dragon.

A gift of the first three chapters from Fire and Amulet. Click on the button below to download.

Then when you're ready, the rest of the tale is at Books2Read.