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Sovereign of the Seven Isles: Book One
When second son Alexander Valentine loses his brother to an assassin's arrow, he discovers that his family protects an ancient secret and reluctantly finds himself at the center of the final battle of a war that was supposed to have ended two thousand years ago.
Pursued by the dark minions of an ancient enemy, Alexander flees to the mountain city of Glen Morillian where he discovers that he is the heir to the throne of Ruatha, one of the Seven Isles, but before he can claim the throne he must recover the ancient Thinblade.
Seven were forged by the first Sovereign of the Seven Isles and bound to the bloodline of each of the seven Island Kings in exchange for their loyalty to the Old Law. Each sword is as long as a man's arm, as wide as a man's thumb and so thin it can't be seen when viewed from the edge.
Thinblade is the story of Alexander's quest to find the ancient sword, claim the throne of Ruatha and raise an army to stand against the enemy that has awoken to claim dominion over all of the Seven Isles.
266 Responses to Sovereign of the Seven Isles
Cole says:
Your books are awsome i could not put them down. When is book four coming out.
robert bradford says:
When will book 5 be available the first 4 were awsome cant wait for the next one
joseph bush says:
Just wanted to know when the next book in the series will be coming out
E. Rinta says:
I hope you are working on the next book? Hope it comes out soon. Please.
J. Cotterill says:
I Love the Sovereign of The Seven Isles. I hope your working on another book and cant wait to read it.
Clive Winn says:
Excellent work, riveting with only a few errors; nowhere near as a lot of ebooks that haven't discovered the word proofread yet. 'Aide' instead of 'aid' comes to mind! When's the next one?
kenny1963 says:
I was enthralled throughout.
When is the fourth book coming out please?
M.Ferderer says:
Read all 3 in as many days, can't put them down. Epic adventure the likes of a Tolkien or Jordan saga. Can't wait for the next installment, please post an update when we might see it.
streaming says:
sovereignofthesevenisles.com is awsome, so many interesting content is here
G Rob says:
when will the next book be published first 3 were great bring it on !!!
D. Gilbert says:
One of the best fantasy series that I have ever read. Wonderful characters with continuous action,twists and turns, and plenty of magic! Please keep writing and grace us with the next book soon!
Julie says:
Hey please could you tell us when the next book is coming out? I read all three of these in three days and they were amazing. I was so disappointed when I couldn't find the next book!
Alan G Gardner says:
Absolutely excellant story. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. It is up there with Terry Goodkind, Robert Jordan and Terry Brooks!
When oh when is book 5 available? You can't leave us hanging like this!!!!
Well done Mr Wells.
Zelda says:
Really enjoying the series-any ideas when the 5th book will be released?? Thanks for a great read.
Sean says:
I have really enjoyed your books they are incredible value for money. Very well written indeed. They remind me a bit of the magician when I first read it many years ago now :). In all honesty not quite that good but more importantly equally enjoyable. Thank you very much for writing themand making them so accessible, if you would like any constructive criticism or proof reading done then I would be delighted to assist.
Kind regards and lots of respect
M. Nelson says:
I have read all four of your books in as many days and can't wait to read your next installment. A story you just can't put down! Well done David.
Nathan says:
Love this series can't wait for the next one hopefully out soon?
Kym says:
Loved all your books read them all bri.
Please keep writing better than tolkin
When is the next book due for SovereignOfTheSevenIsles the seven ilsles due can't wait
Liz Cable says:
When is Book 5 coming out? I can't wait!!!!
John says:
Just finished Blood of the Earth, Fantastic…please please when is next book..????
Andy says:
Good series, I've enjoyed all 4 books so far, I just need to wait for books 5, 6 & 7 so I can finish the story!
Any ideas when book 5 will appear?
gary c says:
when will book 4 be avaialible on my sony reader library i see it for sale on amazon?
Alan Thomas says:
Just read volum 4. Brilliant. When can we expect more?
Lee says:
Hi, can you please let me know when the next book in the series will be released.
cindy says:
anxiously awaiting book 5!
A Duthie says:
i hope book 5 of the series is out soon.
Blackcat_UK says:
I really feel David A Wells deserves some more positive feedback – I also left this on the Amazon.co.uk site.
First off, I'm not an academic, nor even particularly well versed in the nuances of stories and book writing, but I am a very experienced reader and know what I like.
If you like the 'standard' plot of young, unknown nobody taking on the mantle of King, battling through seemingingly impossible odds and managing to stay ahead of the game – just – then the Sovereign of the Seven Isles series is for you. Unfortunately, at the time of writing this, the series only goes up to book four with things nowhere near the expected end, so I don't know how many books are planned.
The writing style for the first, ummm, maybe 50 pages or so of the first book is a little wooden, but you soon get caught up in the story and although the style does definitely improve through the books, you find that the quality of the story and characters soon allow the style to fade into the background.
I found I invested in the characters and cared what happened to them, especially as I got into the second and subsequent books. The scenery descriptions are sufficient to visualise the settings, the battle scenes are detailed and the magic and 'otherworldly' creatures (including Dragons and Fairies) are well thought out and plausible.
The story is fast paced – almost too fast at times. It's almost a relief when Alexander and his parties make infrequent stops at one Hold or another – I felt the same effect as a reader – nice to stop for a breath!!
I'm not qualified to comment on the technical merits of the writing, but as I reader that loves 'standard' fantasy I loved all 4 of the books of this series that are currently published and am now waiting impatiently for the other(s)!!
Thom says:
Just finished the first four books in this series. Looking forward to the next book.
Betty L. Blair says:
Mr. Wells you are an exceptional wordsmith. I can not remember when I read a tale that kept me so enthralled. At 73, I have read many, this series is among the best! I wait impatiently for the next book….Thank you for making the kindle additions affordable for folks on a limited income
I am also posting this on amazon!
Mark says:
Great story – can't wait to continue the series.
Vicki says:
I can only find Book 4 in Kindle. When will a paperback be coming out?
Alan Clarke says:
When can we expect Sovereign of the Seven Isles book five please?
Juda says:
I'm a sci/fantasy buff and absolutely love this series – waiting with great anticipation for Book 5. Just read "Blood Of The Earth"
Rachel says:
The first 4 books are an interesting read and I am anxious to find out what happens next.
Aaron says:
Great adventure! A charactor with some humor would be a nice improvement, also if you can bring in a smart little kid with magical skills it would open your series to a much broder crowd. Wishing you the best.
Thanks for a great read,
Aaron Frisell from Tokyo Japan
acetyl tyrosine says:
You have noted very interesting points! ps decent site.
Eric Allen says:
Where is Blood of the Earth (book 4) for Nook?
D. Carlson says:
Can't wait for book Five
Please let me know when it is completed.
Adam Eri says:
Love the books can't wait for next one. When is the next one?
P. Yaste says:
Just finished
I just finished reading books 1 through 4. I loved them! When can we expect the next installment of this great story line?
Don Rowland says:
Enjoyed the series so far am looking forward to book #5
Brad says:
Fantastic series. ETA for book 5?
Larry Thurston says:
when will book five be out.
Darcie says:
Please tell me book 5 is on the way! 1-4 have grown in depth as I've read them, and matured into a wonderfully compelling storyline that has me researching and trying to find out when the next book is to be published!
Craig says:
just finished reading earth blood and I'm eagerly awaiting your next instalment. Really enjoyed all the books in the series so far, please keep them coming!
Vincent says:
I love the books, any news on the next?
kathrine says:
Really emjoying the series. When is #5 coming out?
G. Lanham says:
book 5 please!!. I've never read through this many books in a series this fast. I started 4 days ago and really, really, need book 5 like right now lol.
vish says:
How many books do you plan to write in the series?? and when is your fifth book's planned release date??
julie allen says:
When is book five coming out? Excellent series.
Deb Clark says:
Aaaaarrrrrggggh! I thought they were all out! 8o. So is it done yet? How bout now? Now? as you can tell I really enjoy your stories & am quite eagerly awaiting the next. Is it done now? 😉
Liz Lyons says:
When will book 5 come out? Would like to know when to start looking for it.
Bill says:
Please update the site with info on the new books! Really looking forward to book 5!
Ian Kennington says:
Just read the first four in a week, couldn't put them down.
Looking forward to the rest.
Keep up the good work.
Jer says:
When will book 4 be out?
Jer says:
N/M I didn't realize Blood of the Earth was out. You should put it up here (if you are not too busy writing ).
Jose Soto says:
When are you coming out with the next book? I bought all four thinblade series books and am anxious to continue reading the story.
Austin says:
I know the 4th book didn't come out but a few months ago but do you have any idea when the 5 book will come out?
Eric de la Houssaye says:
I really have enjoyed reading your series. When can we start looking for book five to be released?
Anne says:
I love your series, I haven't enjoyed a series so much sine I finished the Sword of Truth. Do you have any idea when Book 5 might be released? Also, how many books are you planning on for the series?
Eric says:
Rejected my comment about Blood of the Earth for Nook huh?
Eric says:
No worries this going to be the last comment(3rd). I am really disappointed… my very first comment was awaiting moderation and didn't get approved about getting Blood of the Earth on the Nook. I hope it will be read by author himself and understood.
Linda Tuggle says:
Just finished Blood of the Earth. Is the next book ready? Love this series!
Kathy says:
I enjoyed the series very much and hope to see it continue.
bryan hammond says:
I have read books one thru four and wanting read five thru how every many it takes to finish phanes demise. How long just wondering
brian says:
Have read all 4 book and they are greater just finished blood of the earth and look forward to the next installment keep up the great work and thank fora great read
John Pyecha says:
Great series- read all 4 in 2 weeks. Can't wait on book 5. Any ETA?
Kerby Kiehl says:
This is by far one of the most gripping and enchanting series I have ever had the privilege of reading! Book 5 please?!?!?
Eli says:
this series is going to explode please release the next book asap
Olivia Short says:
I just picked up this series and am really enjoying it. I purchased the first three books on iTunes but Blood of the Earth is not available except on Amazon. Will it be soon really soon I am almost finished with Mindbender. How many more books in this series??
Richard Volz says:
I have just finished book 4, Blood of the Earth. I have really enjoyed the series. What is the target date for the release of the next book in the series?
C. Tsao says:
First, I wish to thank Mr. Wells and his publisher for making this series available, for e-reading(Kindle), at a reasonable price. Second, I need to inquire as to whether Book 5 available yet?
Thank You
Bill says:
I started reading book 1 on my kindle and became enthralled and before I was done reading the first one I immediately purchased the other 3 and am now awaiting Book 5 as I've completely "devoured" the other four.
It's a wonderful story and can't wait to continue to read this series.
Thanks David Wells!!
Robert says:
When is book 5 going to be released?
Eric La Treill J.R. says:
U really hope u come out with the next book soon
Eric La Treill J.R. says:
I really hope you come out with the next book soon!
April says:
I thouroughly enjoyed this series and i cant wait for book 5. Good work and keep me posted on the publishing dates
Tim says:
Great story thus far, finished first 4 books in as many days. any idea when the next one will be out??
Lee K says:
Bought the first four books for my Kindle. Love this series. Can't wait for the next book
Luhaine says:
I just went through books one through four in as many days. I have not felt the need to continue reading like in quite a while. Looking forward to reading the next installment.
Thank you for writing and may you prosper from it.
Marilyn says:
Great books let me know when 5 is out
Steven j. says:
I read the first book and purchased the other three boos immediately. Ican't wait for the fifth book!!!!
Mike L. says:
I too enjoyed the first three books but I am very disapointed that the fourth and it looks like the next book or books are NOT abailable through Barns and Noble for Nook.
cliff says:
I want the next book now! I can't wait tip it comes out. Awesome series. As good as salvatore, but definitely unique. Thanx for a great read.
Joan says:
Amazing story! You are a wonderful storyteller and I am really looking forward to the remaining journey in this epic adventure.
William says:
Great books with story plot that keeps you reading. Let us know when your next book is released. Thank you for a great adventure.
Jason says:
Love your work. Few times do I remember being this entrhalled in a series. Thanks for sharing this with us and I can't wait for the next one.
clint says:
I have not been moved to write a comment before, you have described a brilliant, complex, believable fantasy! I commend you and your imagination and hope that you can continue to capture your tale with the utmost speed. I don't want it to end but following the journey is an escape worth finding! Thank you.
ryland says:
Loved all four books! When will five come out? Looking forward to it.
jonathan says:
Well ive just recently started your books and have not been able to but them down I'm just about to read the forthbook and I cant wait to see what happens but I think you may have forgotten a very powerful device that could have helped in certain situations which has left me kinds frustrated it is one of lucky's devices that was mentioned in the first book that they considered using in there second contact with netherworld beast I would love to see it used if it is possible
Jonny Moore says:
Does anyone know how to buy the 4th book on an iPad?
David says:
You can download a Kindle app to your iPad or any other digital platform here … http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&docId=1000493771
Jonny Moore says:
OThanks David! These books are dangerously good! Read them way to fast! I'm wondering if the David that replied is the David Wells? If so, I love the books even more! I just read book 5 may come out in December! Can't wait but I agree on doing it properly rather than quickly! Thanks for your hard work and fantastic stories!
Winfred says:
I like the story and the books are really hard to put down. However, I'm just annoyed at how weak you make your protagonists to be in spite of the powers or weapons you make them discover. I just keep hoping at every turn of the story that you'd let them use what they have really well and to full potential. That's what fantasies are for, are they not?
Mary Shull says:
Thank you for a great series. I am also a writer and I appreciate a story that creates characters you can bond with and a story that takes many different paths. Just when we think Alexander is close to resolving a major problem, something unexpected comes up.
Thank you for writing an interesting series that keeps the reader wanting more. I love to support new authors and you have gained another fan.
craig says:
Are these books available in the UK (note i said books – not kindle)? Amazon doesn't sell the books internationally – only kindle editions, and whilst i would like to read this story, i'm unwilling to pay for international delivery charges… any help much appreciated
David says:
Paperback editions are now available in the UK and Europe through Amazon.
David A. Wells
craig says:
Thank you very much… i'll be ordering the set next payday 😀
thomas says:
i bought the books from the USA as i could not find a paperpack edition in the UK, cost a little more but money well spent
Rowanne says:
Really great series so far I can't wait for book 5+! Only thing that annoyed me a very great deal was the constant repetition, how many times does Alexander need to learn to walk through a forest 'quietly'? I mean really? (There are other moments but this one annoyed me the most) Love the story line regardless though
James Lilly says:
This entire saga is absolutely enthralling, an amazing series. Eagerly anticipating the 5th book.
Can't wait.
Joey says:
To put it simply…WOW!!!
Michele says:
Wow!! I had run out of my usual books/authors and looked for something different, I found The sovereign of the seven isles! Brilliant writing, fantastic twists and turns, never disappointed and couldnt wait to turn the page! Such detail, the books and characters come to life, My only complaint….. They weren't long enough and I simply can't wait for book 5! Well done David!
Jamie says:
Damn, just finished book 4 and realised that I have to wait for the fifth But don't hurry with it 😛
Luke says:
I agree with Jamie, the series is brilliant
Danielle Clifford says:
I love them all! David A Wells,thank you.
You have to tell us more,I cannot wait.
Great adventure for any age to read.
Shon B says:
I'm almost done with the fourth book. This series is easily becoming one of my all time favorites. I enjoy the large cast and the different POVs.
One of my main concerns is that books 5, 6 and 7 may rush things. A lot has been covered in books 1 – 4 and I can easily see the series have more than 7 books.
Vaiva says:
This is my all-time favorite book ever. I first read it my femhsran year in high school, three years ago, during a very rough time in my life and I absolutely fell in love with it. I loved the style, I LOVED the characters, I loved the story. I'm using part of the first page as my senior quote and making my book club read it this month. I'm super excited for all the activities in this program!
Doreen says:
I really enjoyed all four books. I am looking forward to rescind the rest of the series.
Anita says:
This really wowed..
Gary Brown says:
Love the series, when will book 5 be available?
Robin Arthur says:
I read the first four. Please don't make we wait too lsng as I am already 71 damn years old and don't know when senility will hit (my wife says it has already struck hard!). I was expecting a conclousion in book four. Imagine my surprise! Well done on the story and am looking forward to the rest.
Robin (Mr)
Nick says:
I just finished book 4 and immediately logged into the amazon store, but was disappointed to find out that #5 was not out yet. Please let us know when the next book will be out!
I would like to give one criticism while I'm here (even though this series has had me hooked for weeks now and I have thoroughly enjoyed it). I don't think that you have developed Alexander's powers to their full potential yet. ****SPOILER******Below
For example, he could go into Isabel's mind to pull her out of the netherworld, so why has he not even tried to break Phane's grip on her? Also, if he can use his powers to enter people's minds and dreams, why has he not attempted to use the same ability to incapacitate people through destroying their minds from within or even taking control of them.
Further, his ability to see the future seems to have all but disappeared since book 1, when it should really be developing to be easier and more frequently used. With his future sight, Isabel would not have been stabbed at all, nor would he have been reliant on Mindbended to see his enemy's intended attack. Alexander could have prevented himself from being blinded as well, which seems more important than saving Abigail from getting stuck with a crossbolt.
Finally, he just doesn't use his clairvoyance as much as one with such a power reasonably would.
Of course, if his powers were used to the extent they seem capable, there wouldn't be much of a story to tell so i suppose there could be reason behind your restraint in their use.
Anyways, I really love the series and can't wait until the next book. Hurry up please!
Dan says:
I'm with nick, I feel like Alexander's powers are developing too slowly, and significant tools come into play only to be discarded or forgotten mind bender was significant enough to have a book named after it,only to chopped in half later after just providing some hollow illusions. Again his ability to see into the future forgotten, he is supposed to be this all powerful one of a kind Mage that up to this point gets his rear end kicked by everyone and everything with a stick or a silly spell! Awesome series though really, I cannot wait to see the tide turn and Alexander and the crew start kicking some major butt.
hoopzzss says:
I have to agree with you on some areas. I think Alexander can easily go to his wife in dreams when they are separated. And they get these powers and I am all excited and then they cant use them because they are blind. or infected with dark taint. or don't think of the ability. they have a cool keep now it is being destroyed. they have amazing healing but now they cant and becoming evil. has amazing all around sight but now getting headaches because he is blind. I love the story and the magic and fantasy is amazing it is just frustrating they when they get something it gets taken away or they forget how to use it properly. I see where you are going with this making it EPIC and all. I wish you luck and I am looking forward to the next book.
Pete says:
Come on sunshine, hurry up. I am devastated that you killed off Boaberous but am determined to see this through to the end. December would be fine as I can then ignore people over the holidays and read.
thomas says:
CJ says:
I am disappointed that I cant seem to find this on the Nook any longer.
I shall miss the rest of the books…..
writeshiek says:
read book 1 now on book 2 shd be on book 3 by after tomorrow
Nalungo says:
Yes, they are THAT good!
Lorraine says:
I love these books David. Please can you advise when book 5 will be out? I love the characters and I was happy to see that Jataan P'Tal ended up as Alexander's protector. Can't wait to read the next book. Well done David and thank you for giving the reader some good fantasy books. Much better than R R Martin with his foul mouth. I just couldn't read any more of his books because they were disgusting. I would buy your books any day. I would also like to thank you as a pensioner for keeping your books affordable on the Kindle.
Nalungo says:
Oh….my….God! Just finished the 4th volume! They are ALL page-turners, and this one is awesome. The best yet.
john says:
I've enjoyed reading the series. Looking forward to the next.
Kathy says:
Hooked on the first one and just finished 4. When's the next one coming? No pressure, but soon I hope!
Reweti says:
Love this series. A suggestion for an item in the third bloodvault is a shield made from the hide of a 'Scourgling'. I hope you consider this idea. I am very much looking forward to the next books in this series. Thank you.
Nate says:
I have to say that this is by far one of my favorite series that I have ever read, one thing though that I have noticed is that each book becomes progressively shorter in length. Of course I would love the fifth book to be as long as the first book but I understand that you are the author and it is your decision on how long the books will be. I sincerely thank you for writing these books and am impatiently waiting for the fifth book! Have you decided how many books will be in the series?
Kyle says:
This is an amazing series. I read the first and just couldn't stop. I bought the second, then the third, and now I just finished the fourth. I must say that I'm a little tired from the 3 hours of sleep I've been getting for the past week while I read the series up til now. I just couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next book. Hope the waits not long. Keep up the good work.
Kittyforman says:
I read alot of fantasy novels and i loved these books!page turners for sure, read them all in 2 weeks and i need the next one please! Looking foward to it =)
jerseys low price says:
Hello. Great job. I did not anticipate this. This is a fantastic story. Thanks!
Lu Tian says:
Can't wait for book 5! Can't put these books down!
Diane says:
Ok … so four books in just over four days on my Kindle! Loved the series and am already in withdrawal as no Book 5 in sight! Fabulous plot and excellent characters that take you along for an extreme ride … Don't you think Alexander deserves a break in his favor once in a while??!!! LOL! Keep it up David .. !
Damon says:
When I first tried book one, I didn't get past first chapter. I didn't like the formula approach to the story, and suspected the story line. I put it down for a month and came back to it (since I bought it) and tried to get through the first few formulaic chapters.
I just finished book 4 and will be buying book 5 the day it comes out.
I still feel that the writing is a little too formulaic, and I think that has to do with finding the voice of the character. I don't like how many of the characters kind of sound alike. BUT I get it. The story is actually interesting, and engaging. The magic base seems kind of like D&D based (normally a huge turn off for me), but I get it. It's a familiar system; it does not take too much explanation to say how the magic works, or that magic users gain power as they gain levels. I like the skillbook idea, and from my hard core game background, leveling up is right in line with classic D&D rules, in that it takes time and study.
The story does not waste time getting to the action. The bad guys are really bad. I very much appreciate what I consider as a classic Conservative approach to law and government. I like the old law that says government can't take what you earn with your own hands, and that most politicians are suspect. Government is best which leaves people alone to make choices for themselves. Yet, government has a duty to defend people from those who want to take your freedom. In this case the Sovereign is good, and can see the good or evil in others and act appropriately (god how I wish real leaders had that). The sacrifices made by Soldiers are not "road bumps" in Alexander's mind, and each sacrifice hits him personally. Mr. Wells could have easily chosen a different set of personal values that Alexander has, and use that instead, but the message about the Old Law seems kind of like a good old fashioned Conservative approach, and even leans heavily on family values.
So, anyway, good job Mr. Wells. I'll buy all the rest of the books you'll care to write. Thanks for bringing this story to the world.
Thanks like your Sovereign of the Seven Isles
Damon says:
GACK! Book 5 came out two days ago, and I just now got it. Darnit. I'll be up all night reading….
thomas says:
can you get a paper coppy of cursed bones?
if where?
anthony knox says:
book 5 was much better then book 4. but just a bit of advice can alexander actualy use some magic worth wile and not get his ass kick and his wife taken from him every other chapter dude. Really! shits getting annoying.
dan bell says:
i just laern book 5 came a few days ago. now when i go to the bookstore i wil get it along with book 4.
by the way i am only 15 but i love these books.
Charles says:
Just finished five, have read 1-4 twice now, waiting for 6 (and 7?)
Tom says:
The problem with the books is he cant write them as fast as I can read them. I re read the first four the day I bought the 5th book. It only took me six days to read all 5. When will I see the rest lol. David you are an awesome storyteller and I never would have found you without my kindle. Its hard to buy new authors in book form since they are usually 10 bucks or so much cheaper with a kindle.
Sue says:
Just read book 5. Waiting for the next! Glad some progress n made made in the war.
David says:
Read the five books back to back and really enjoyed them. Looking forward to the next one!
Liz says:
Just finished book 5. Good progress made. Can't wait to see what happens next. When does book 6 come out?
colin pirie says:
Absolutly loved all first five books couldnt put them down. an avid fantasy reader but cant seam to find any info on when to expect book 6 or seven.
An amazin story cant wait for the rest any info wuld be wonderful.
Mark D says:
I picked up the first book on a whim just browsing kindle and WOW! I am hooked. I've read all five books and can't wait for more. Keep up the excellent work.
Nicky says:
Fantastic read, I can't wait for number 6. I read the first 5 over Christmas and was so diappointed when my Kindle couldn't find number 6.
Hope it's published soon.
Jake says:
Just finished book five and am literally gnashing my teeth waiting for book six to come out! You really have done an amazing job and I praise you for it. I am glad that you are starting to further Alex's connect to the firmament and I was wondering when book six is going to come out??
Jake says:
And I forgot to mention earlier that I think the chemistry between Alex and Isabel could be more exciting and I understand given the situations that they are in that it isn't always convenient to tell the other "I love you" or something else, but if you spiced things up I would really appreciate it. Also I love the syntactical emphatic position you use at the end of chapters or even at the end of the fifth book it was very attention drawing, almost too much if I may say.. Just kidding, by you are an amazing writer and just to let you know I am only fourteen years old and I don't know if that will help strengthen my critics but I know that it will reinforce the fact that it doesn't take much to recognize the beauty in your literature and so thank you. P.S. If you have an extra time I would extremely appreciate it if you could email me any tips on writing or even just to say hello but I totally understand if you don't have the time. Thanks for the incredible books.
David says:
Hello Jake,
I'm planning to publish book six this summer, but I can't be more specific at this point becasue I'm still working on it.
As far as tips on writing, I don't have anything you haven't heard before. Read more than you write. Read a wide variety of things, non-fiction and all types of fiction. Write often and write what you love. Oh, and pay attention in your grammer classes, it'll save you countless hours of editing.
Jake says:
Dear David,
Sorry I haven't gotten back to you, but thanks on the advice. It really means a great deal to me seeing that one of my favorite author has the time to write back to me. On the subject of school, I am taking a college class this summer at USC for creative writing, and am very excited to start writing on my own. Thanks for everything! You're a spectacular author!
Ricky says:
I love your books. I have read a few hundred fantasy books. Books from authors like Jordan, Sanderson, Feist, Goodkind, Eddings etc. I wanted to say thank you for your writing. Also, I was hoping you could post a map (even a general one) of Blackstone Keep.
Edward LaSalle says:
Let me know when book 6 comes out
Aaron says:
Wells finally hit his stride on the 5th book. The first several in this series were strangely written solely from Alexander's perspective and lent themselves to some awkward reading. As Wells developed this story and apparently his writing style, the result is fantastic. I'm now a fan, keep up the great imaginative work!
John McKinney says:
just finished book 5 i love the series it is the best i have read in a long time,was wondering when the next book is going to be out.
Wigglywendy says:
waiting on book 6 (fingers drumming on desk)
Andy bonar says:
David, Just on to ask approximately how many books there will be in 'Sovereign of the Seven Isles'? The last 5-6 authors I have started to read in this type of Science fiction, never seem to get to the end of their series. I had 5 lots of books outstanding at one stage, only 2 now, with the 14th book of one just out – thank goodness. But the other has issued 9 books so far, great read, handled differently, but he is going nowhere at present and takes 2-3 years to publish his next book. So dissapointing especially as I asked the assistant at Watersons if it was a complete set – yes – so much for that.So picked up your name in my quest for a good read, saw this series, and on checking you appear to be a prolific author with your 5 books so far published inside 2 years – brilliant. I have not started reading this series as I would like to know first of all approx how many books you think it will take to complete the series? And secondly will you keep being as prolific in publishing the rest of the series as you have been so far? My apologies if I seem rather forward – not intended. I just want to be able to get through a series reasonably quickly and not wait for 5-10 years to finish a series. hope you understand.
David says:
Hello Andy,
The Sovereign of the Seven Isles will be seven books when it's complete. My hope and intention is to finish the entire series by the end of this year. That said, I won't sacrifice quality for speed, so if I get stuck, it may take a bit longer.
Peter James says:
Series brilliant…when is book 6 coming out please.
Darren says:
I love these books they remind me of the Sword of Truth series. Keep up the good work im looking foward to the next book!
Abigail says:
Outstanding! I read a lot of scifi-fantasy and just couldn't but these books down.
Matt says:
I just wanted to say "thank you" for the excellent read so far. Your writing reminds me of J.K. Rowling, in the sense that the first book started quickly and lacked historical details, leaving the reader wanting to know more. I'm sure this was due in part to your maturity as a writer, as well as the natural evolution of the story. Either way it works in your favor to make the story more engaging for the reader to return looking for details.
Do you have any sort of per-order mailing list set up for the release of the next book? I saw you already answer that it will be summer of 2013 most likely, but would like to purchase it as soon as its available.
Thanks again for the engaging read, as well as keeping it affordable for all.
Crissy says:
Excellent series. I am currently reading Cursed Bones and was wondering how long it will be for the next book. That will give me an idea if how involved I should get in another series, because I will want to read your next installment immediately upon it's release. Just love your writing! Keep up the wonderful work!
sue says:
You did it again. When will the next book be out? Please let me know!!!!
Now I am off to read another great book from a favorite author Danny Wells called Lost Souls.
Great reading and love you all
Amelia says:
I love every single one of your books, and I still haven't found one better. I mainly wanted to know how book six is coming along. I bought and finished Cursed Bones the day it came out, and I am very excited to read your next book. Hopefully, your inspiration continues.
Joseph M. says:
Thank you, David A. Wells
I love your books. They have been a very good read from the first too the fifth, and I am sure more greatness is soon to come. Keep up the awesome work. Can't wait for SOTSI book 6.
josh says:
Loved all the books. When will book six BE done?! Can't wait to read it!
Beverly says:
I am now finishing Cursed Bones and REALLY enjoy your books.
SUGGESTION: Considering we are now waiting for book 6, (for me, very patiently since I prefer a book to not be rushed), I would like to make a suggestion or two or three.
1. Could you provide an index with characters, current and previous, names and history. Sometimes it's hard to remember who everyone is and if an index was provided, it would be easy to flip to the index and see.
2. Could you provide a more detailed map of each Isle? There are now many places involved and it would give us a clearer picture as to where everyone … and everything … is located.
3. Would it be possible to let something good happen and have it last for a while? I know the entire Seven Isles are war, but even during a war good, Lasting, things happen. These are some very Good People fighting and they deserve some LASTING happiness in their lives … PLEASE!! I would have to say that this is my only complaint.
Josh Thomas says:
Hi David,
I absolutely love your series. I finished boom five the day after it came out an am debating rereading the entire series before book six. What would be awesome is an audio book edition as I am a heavy commuter and listen to half of my literary intake. I there any chance audible might pick up the series? I think I remember reading somewhere that this series is tied in with amazon somehow as or your publishing and sales or something and amazon own audible so I thought I might get lucky but have searched every couple of weeks to no avail. Anyway, as an avid reader of this genre I go through at least 4 books a month an your series is still a favorite and ranks up there with some seriously big names in print. Thanks, Josh
Jimmie says:
I stumbled across these books when looking for something new to read. I chose book one because the description said fans of Raymond E Feist would enjoy and boy was that right. My favorite 3 sagas of all time are the Riftwar Saga, Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time Saga, and now the Sovereign of the 7 Isles. I just wish I found it when they were all done, it's impossible to stop. Your storytelling talent and giving the reader a clear mental vision of what is happening is amazing. Have to say I agree with Beverly in that a Character Index and a map with locations would be a wonderful addition, especially if you could post them online so I wouldn't have to leave the page I'm on to see them. Awesome job, and thank you giving me that new favorite books feeling again!
Robert Morrow says:
Just finished book five. Love the series wondering when the next installment will be available? I can't even find a site with a title or any info.
Jeryme Hunter says:
It's May and I am wondering how long till the next book comes out?
Celena says:
I have just finished reading all 5 books again and they were just as good this time around but PLEASE let us have book 6!! The wait is maddening!!!
Veronica says:
I bought Thinblade to read on holiday. When I was nearing the end I purchased the other four books thinking I had the whole series. I am seriously glad that there are more to come as I have read all five books one after the other finding them very difficult to put down. It is quite wonderful to have another author whose books are so good to read. Great stories and interesting characters.
Well done and thank you.
Ps Keep working hard so that all your readers get a new book soon.
James says:
Thank you for the wonderful series up to this point. Book 5 left all your readers with a sense of I can't wait what's next. I eagerly await your next book in the series.
bgdvd says:
Doood! Book 6 already….
Kev says:
Love the series so far! Impatiently waiting on book 6!
Mara says:
A friend recommended the books to me but my english isn't very good.. have the books been translated to any other languages? Preferably German?
David says:
I'm afraid the series is only available in English.
Thanks, David
Samarth says:
Dear Good Sir, for how much longer must one wait for Book 6, summer is already upon us….
Mrs R Wright says:
I normally HATE fantasy books and never read them, but when in hospital recently my brother (who is heavily into it) lent me his Kindle, & out of sheer boredom I ventured to look at the first book in this series. Before I knew it, I'd read 3 chaps & just couldn't move away from it. Now like everyone else, I'm just itching to get into the next one & partly wish I'd not started the series until ALL the books were finished, as I've long forgotten where the 5th one ended, so will have to do a recap I doubt :).
AWESOME series – keep up the good work!!
Chad says:
I was just wondering this, Mr. Wells, and hope that you could give me some information. Could you inform me on what age Alexander had become at the beginning and end of each book. I'm finding it rather hard to keep track of that and visualizing him becomes more and more difficult as well.
PS: Your books are amazing. As others have said, I could not put them down. I thank you for these wonderful novels you've put into the world.
PPS: If you could tell how far you are into writing book 6, Linkershim, I'm sure ALL of us would appreciate it.
J Larsson says:
Up to book 3 the story is moving pretty fast. I dont think a year has passed. I forget the origional age something like 19 or 20. I certainly think of the char as much older.
Mike says:
Just finished book 6. How long until 7? I am totally hooked, and I love all of the main characters. I hope book 7 is not far off. Although waiting for the perfect story is worth the wait.
Dan Terrell says:
Excellent series
Tyler Murphy says:
This is a truly engrossing series. I haven't been so invested in a set of characters since the Sword of Truth series. I anxiously await book seven.
Eric says:
Just finished book 6 and am looking forward to the next one. After reading through the comments left previously, I cannot think of anything else to add. You have a really vivid imagination. Please hurry up with book 7.
Ace says:
AWESOME BOOKS!!!!! THANKS for sharing your world.
Jerry says:
For me this series is as good as the Belgariad series by David Eddings…
Alexander Brown says:
Great. Simply great. Lots of plot complexity yet moving all together in a clear direction. A rare fantasy that I lose myself in the thrill of it. The only challenge, at least for me, is remembering in all the complexity of the previous book, what has transpired, particularly with Alexander's development and setbacks, which shape the this book. Perhaps a few more past references would have made it easier to follow the totality of the story, at least for me. However, this is minor compared with the brilliance of the story.
Carl Haddon says:
love you books i just hope you continue on what you have started can not wait till book seven comes out i hope soon keep up the good work,
Pauline says:
When will book 7 be available? Can't wait to continue with the story
Ray says:
Excellent series!I am really looking forward to book 7. Thanks David
moira main says:
cant wait for the next book. When I start to read I cant put the book down.I loose myself in the story and it is as if I am there. Hurry up with the next one please.
Susan says:
When is volume 7 coming out, I am so anxious to read more, six were not enough!
george says:
excellent series can't wait for the next book
Matt says:
You're awesome. Keep writing! Also, you should make a facebook page for yourself, it's a great way to get attention. If I could have found one, I would have recommended you to my friends.
Lee says:
Awesome job on the series!!!
Jayne says:
I've read every one of your books in this series and I loved them. You held my attention and kept me wondering what would happen next. My only disappointment was when they ended.
Dwain says:
Hoping to see Book 7 next week! no pressure, just bring it on! great reads! thank you!
Catherine says:
This is a great series. Linkershim does not disappoint! I'm very impress that, with all the twists and multiple plot lines, the author doesn't miss a beat. No little contradictions. Very Well Done! Can't wait for the 7th.
jinx clark says:
love the series. waiting for more
Steve says:
Awesome series!!!! Whe
Is book 7 coming out??
Dory says:
Excellent book, waiting patiently for the next one….Thank you, Mr. Wells
Darren says:
OMG, i can not wait till book 7 comes out. I LOVE this series, and I know I'll have to reread the whole series when the 7th book comes out, because I can't stop reading so I'll have to read something else in the meantime.
Chris says:
I have read books one to six one after the other, now van't wait for book seven, Well done and keep it up.
Michael Gormley says:
I just finished writing a review of thinblade for Amazon and words just do not convey how truly fantastic this book is and I already started reading the second book in the series.
Michael Gormley
David Wright says:
I have just finished book 7…looking forward to books 8 to 20.
Loved it.
Cindy says:
really Like this series. am anxious to read book 7
Grace McLean says:
Fantastic books, keep thinking each one is the last, until I get to the end. Keep them coming
David Wright says:
Is it only me that would love to see Isabel be consumed by Phanes darkness and align to him…I like authors that step away from the obvious hero style of writing and into the more Game of thrones style…where the obvious doesn't always happen.
It would be nice to see her become truly evil and watch the struggle to recover her….
Sounds weird…but sometimes these books follow a very obvious pattern,
Jerry says:
David, nice thought, but I don't think that would work in this story line
Cat says:
This series is so awsome. Please hurry & finish #7!
sharlene says:
I just started Linkershim but I love this series it my type of books and I am a picky reader I love a good book to suck you in and never let your out until you have read the last page . I don't have a fave character they are all awesome as they have there own unique way to save the day or survive with or without Alexander's help. I even got my Brother-in-law reading them as well , cant wait to finish Linkershim but i hope it isn't the last book x
Alec says:
I have been a huge fan of fantasy fiction for 20 odd years and this is bu far one of the better series iv read. It has never failed to captivate me at every step, the characters are well defined even the bad ones. It has been a pleasure to rwad and I look forward to book 7 and beyond please keep it up.
Tim says:
Captured my interest like Terry Brooks and Robert Jordan. Great writing, can't wait to read more.
Debs says:
Brilliant series, finished Linkershim last night, desperate for book 7, started reading Robert Jordans final book whilst waiting for yours to come out
Grant Abrams says:
Your story has me so intrigued that I read all 6 books (so far) in less than two weeks – and I'm a slow reader. Looking forward to book 7 – hope it's on the way soon. Congratulations on a job well done.
Michael says:
I have just finished reading book 6 (Linkershim). Please let me know when book 7 is coming out. I've never been so captivated by a story.
Dave Baxter says:
Really enjoyed the first six books looking forward to the next installment
ken blades says:
I do not read much but could not stop reading your stories till I had read them all. You are a wonderful story teller.I thank you for writing them and await your next ones to come.
Cleve says:
Enjoyed all the books in this series. I just Finished Linkershim. When will your next book in this series be published ? I hope it is soon. Thanks
anthony says:
Brilliant read all one after the other when will seven land
Kristy Alsbury says:
I don't usually read a series after 4 books as I get bored but I have to say this is by far they best series I have read! I read the last 3 in one week. I am hanging for book 7. Now I have to find another book to read and I just don't know if anything will compare to this series…
Jim Hopkinson says:
Loved this series. I found it difficult to put the books down from the beginning of Thinblade to the end of Linkershim. But I can't find out anywhere when book seven is due to be released.
simon macias says:
Please hurry and finish this series.first four books were well written ,the last two big let down seems you are just filling space.I have to much time invested in series to walk away .Hope the next is better and not a disappointment
Pete says:
David, while this is truly a fantastic series and very well written I think you should update your fans a little more often. It would only take a minute to write a quick note about how things are going. The fans/readers of your books ultimately control your popularity and livelihood, so acknowledging them once in a while would be a good idea. Just saying…
Dyanna Hernandez says:
Just finished Linkershim and can't wait for the next one! I've been hooked from the first book,(which I only discovered about a year ago). Really enjoyable and SOOO hard to put down!
Mark Lockwood says:
I just finished the whole sovereign series and I cannot wait for you next book!
Aaron says:
Nearly my whole family was reading these books and so I was intrigued; I downloaded the first book and immediately bought the next two! Unfortunately I am only on book three (Mindbender), but I have extremely high hopes for the rest of the series! I hope that book seven will not be the conclusion, as I don't think we could bear it if the series were to end!
Rj says:
Looking forward to your next books. I cant think of or want to of any critsism. Its needs to be put in movies. It would surpass lord of the rings, or at least tie with it.
Paul Symcox says:
i read all six books one after the other could not put them down enthralling!!! Cant wait for the next thrilling book .
Ron says:
Wife, mother-in-law, and I are all anxious for book 7. How about an update on when we might expect something?
russ says:
Amazing series of books, started the first book and within a week I've read book 6, only one problem… It's left me wanting more, I hope book seven is released soon.
dan says:
wish we had an update
Trent Burr says:
I like many others posting here, have read from book 1 through 6 in just over a week. I was reading book 6 when it became quite clear to me that it was not the end. After confirmation of this fact I decided to stop reading until book 7 was at least close. I really feel you have crafted such a realistic world, one in which in have enjoyed tremendously. Please, for the sake of those of us that have suffered almost as Alex & Isabel have, give us a time frame in which we can expect the next and likely the last installment. Thank you! From a Fan For Life! Trent
Rick says:
I first started reading this series of books just after Christmas and have spent all my break times lunch times and any other chance I get (which is not much with two small children) trying to get my seven isles fix. These books should be printed with a health warning. WILL STEAL EVERY AVAILABLE SECOND!! I have thoroughly enjoyed reading these books and have recommended them to many. I've always been a reader but fell away from it for a while but these books reignited my passion for it in a big way. Also try The Golden Acorn and others by Catherine Cooper for a more lighthearted but very enjoyable fantasy read. Many thanks for a very enjoyable read David A Wells.
Martin says:
Fantastic series of books, cant wait for your next book!
Rocky says:
These just keep getting better. I am anxiously awaiting book 7.
steven says:
just finished linkershim is there a date for the next 1? from book 1 these have just got better and better ty david a wells
Daniel says:
I can find nary a word on the final book, Book 7. I wish David Wells would give us a hint of some kind as to the projected release date. I finished Book 6 a long time ago!
Preston says:
Love the series. Only two issues I have is 1) after 2000 years, and that's not including the time before Phane, they are still using bow's and arrows? and 2) now that I've finished Linkershim I have to wait for Reishi Adept to come out! Keep up the great work!
buzr says:
The story lured me in to a chick novel. Really good story initially, battles and arch mages. Now its covens and pretty much a daytime talk show between girls. I don't even believe the author is really DAVID anymore
Nicola says:
Love the series, long may it continue!!
Nicola says:
Love the series, longmay it continue!!
Dan says:
When the sword mindbender was broke and alexander absorbed the power did that make him a Archmage?
Ola Munteanu says:
Please try to refrain from turning the main characters into raging fools for the sake of the plot.
Andrew says:
Dear Mr Wells,
you ask for people to review your books yet the link you supply requires an active Amazon account before anyone can give you a proper review. Only Yanks like Amazon, the rest of the world hates them with real passion. Main reason – I can go to a bookshop and buy a printed copy of your books cheaper than what Amazon sell the electronic version that didn't require the cost of printing on paper.
You asked for an honest review so that you can improve your writing, I'm about to give you an honest review but you're not going to like it. I hope you can accept it as an honest review and not an attack against you and yours, I actually really liked your story, or the first five books that I've read so far.
It took me several attempts to really start reading the first book, mostly because you seemed to have little or no understanding of the characters you were describing. Your character descriptions came across as puerile, facile, false. This did improve notably as the story progressed.
You seemed to have little or no grasp of the real world outside of academia, so some of your descriptions really hurt what is a fantastic story.
eg: giant bullocks standing 8 feet at the shoulder and weighing 2000 pounds. 2000 pounds is only 900 kilos, we have normal buffalo only standing 5 feet at the shoulder that weigh much more than that so the ones around Reishi Keep must be pretty skinny sickly things.
eg: sailors lofting sails and dipping oars at the same time – this is guaranteed instant death for all of the rowers plus the destruction of all the oars. It can't happen, not even in a fantasy story.
Those are just a couple of examples, your writing would improve dramatically if you did a little more research before committing pen to paper. Magic can bend the rules of physics but it can't completely ignore them.
This next will probably be a touchy subject but it needs mentioning – American English damages your standing in the international community. It's not just the spelling, you've even come up with new ways of conjugating verbs. A classic that makes anyone not from the US cringe every time they read it "he shined a light…" but you came up with a new one – "with his axe he cleaved it".
When people that grew up speaking the Queen's English read something like that they feel like they are no longer reading a story, instead they are correcting a 12 year old's homework.
"he shone the light"
"with his axe he clove it"
No I'm not joking, I've had this argument with yanks before and it really is the correct conjugation of the verb. This is why goats have cloven hooves instead of cleaved hoofs. Interesting to note: the US English spell checker is happy with "hoofs", it allows it. Even most yanks know that that's wrong.
And that leads to one more problem, when you're proof reading a spell checker is one of your worst enemies. Believe me, I know, proof reading is a very difficult and time consuming task that is mentally very strenuous, I've done many thousands of hours. The trouble with the spell checker is that many words when misspelt actually form another correctly spelled word. When your mind gets tired it gets lazy and starts accepting some of the lapses of the spell checker. The classic example is to, too and two.
For the most part C Wells (your wife?) did a superb job. Most of your books have less of these sorts of errors in them than any other book to come out in the last 15 years, but there's a few patches here and there where the poor bugger was too tired to carry on and kept going anyway. These patches stand out glaringly because the rest of the book is so clean. Give the poor bugger a break, make her a nice cup of coffee and biscuits and make her sit in a different room and actually take a break before going back to it. The results when her mind is rested are glaringly obvious. She really has done one of the best jobs I've seen in a very long time. The devil is in the details. But such is the glory of God.
In short, you have been telling me a fantastic story, one that really deserves to be written and read, but your lack of life experiences means you either gloss over many details or make the attempt to describe them and give a story that is not very believable. In the end of the fifth book Abigail is lying in the snow with a broken leg, you have very obviously felt this pain yourself, you've been there. This is the sort of detail that comes across in your story telling, this part is very believable and engrossing. But them poor skinny cows at Reishi Keep….
I would very strongly suggest that you travel a bit and see some of the world and find out how other people live, this more than anything else will improve your story telling, but here's a big tip. In order to find out how other people live you must live with them. If you go on some organised tour then you may as well just buy a postcard and save yourself a lot of money and inconvenience. The only way you can possibly understand how someone else lives is to live by their side in the same conditions.
But most of the world hates yanks for one particular arrogance – they ask for your opinion then tell you you're wrong. Why ask the opinion in the first place? If you want to fit in with a foreign culture stick a few Canadian Flag stickers on your luggage and tell them you're from Toronto, no, I'm not joking. The US reputation is that bad in every country on the planet, the pretence of being Canadian won't save you if you are as bad as the rest of them but at least they will give you an even chance.
Pick a culture, pick a village, then explain to the village elders that you are a story writer and you wish to understand how other people live in order to be able to write better stories. Then go and live with those people for three months or so. Because you have been honest and upfront they will try their hardest to be on their best behaviour so that if some of their culture gets woven into one of your stories it will be the better side of their culture.
Live with a local family instead of in a hotel, eat what they eat, sleep how they sleep, discover life. This more than anything else will give your stories depth and texture.
Jacques says:
DE-licious book, coherent comfortable style, reminded me of David Eddings' style. I did not feel like over-analyzing, critiquing, marking etc. I DID feel like a snuggle with a hot cup of coffee and a good story to escape from mundanity. This book gave it to me in spades THANKS. Nice flow, excellent timing on the events. Great call letting Alex fall in love in time, its reciprocation, and keeping them together!!! I want more!!!!
gordon polen says:
I want to thank you it's been along time since I've read a series of books this good, l'm 73 and have loved fantasy since grade school. Can't seem to put them down until finnished.
vicky thrasher says:
I very much enjoyed your book. I would like to see more details about what a person looks like and a little more detail about the surrounding. Other than that all I have read has been spell binding and I find myself wanting to read your story at every opportunity. Thank you for the fun ride and keep up the good work.
Robert Yerges says:
Started to listen to your books while driving. I am totally addicted. How do I get a signed copy?
Kevin says:
Loved the series have followed it since I picked up the first book but not giving a spoiler or nothing for the final book I would love to know what happens to our friend jataan he was a great character
Larry says:
I needed a few new books to read on my nook and ran across this book. It sound good so i got it since my genre is scifi fantasy. I read it in about 2 days and could not put it down. I have not ran across a book like this in quite awhile. The characters are well thought out and developed, the world itself is very nwellntoughtout along with the story. It falls inline with terry brooks, R. A? SALVADORE
Larry says:
Also wondering when the others will be available for the nook.
Alexis says:
You Rock! Thank you for caring about us, the reader, and releasing an edited/polished book. I definitely feel that I have spent my money on a quality product. You have taken me on a wonderful, exciting ride through your imagination. I am looking forward to spending many more hours riding along.
Kristian says:
Loved the series immensely, my passion for this series can only be matched if you could create a detailed antique map of the seven isles, many would be willing to buy it and it would be just awesome to serve as a reminder of a great series. : )
Jackie says:
I truly enjoyed the entire series. I definitely saw improvement in the writing as the series progressed. That said, the story caught my interest immediately. I eagerly awaited each installment of the series. I enjoyed the wrap up of the story as well. Thank you for bringing magic and light to the world.
Coral says:
I have just finished the last book which I throughly enjoyed. Good end to a great series. My only comment would be some of the fighting was too drawn out as was getting to Asogarth. I found myself skipping bits as I got fed up with how many soldiers were killed in detail and how many corridors Alexander had to go down to get where he was going. Will now look for other books you have written as you are a great writer with a fantastic imagination.
Brent says:
This series is absolutely enthralling!! Sign a deal and turn out some movies!! The battle scenes would be great on the big screen!
Jeff Renish says:
Hey Brent has got a brilliant idea.
J Larsson says:
If this is your fan site you really need and upgrade. I'm really suprised your publisher hasn't put something together for you with a little more style. Love your books up to three. I went looking to see if there are free chapters for four until I got a chance to buy it.
J Larsson says:
Ok, I think I get it. You are self published. Wife edited? Wow great books. I'm not sure that i've read a self publish longer than 150 pages before this.
Brittany says:
Love the series! Would love a map of the Seven Isles. It would help paint a better picture of the lands.
Ken says:
You have to make a movie I'm only on book 3 and I think this would be a awesome movie.
Tommy says:
Just finished the series. This was an amazing story. Thank you for sharing it with us. Your talent and ability is impressive to say the least. This is up there, to me, with Goodkind and Sanderson and Salvatore.
Gwen says:
Just read the Thinblade…I am HOOKED! I love the characters and the story line. I cannot wait to get the next one and get started reading it. Fantastic!
William R Martin says:
You written a great series. It ranks with Tolkien and Donaldson. What a fun read. I haven't been hooked on a fantasy series in years. A big thanks to you, Sir!
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Did you know there is some free parking in downtown Tempe and that there are thousands of spaces within blocks of Mill Avenue shops and restaurants?
Over the years, people have complained about inconvenient parking downtown, saying they avoid the area because of parking headaches. Not being able to find parking or not wanting to pay for parking are often the most heard complaints.
Next week, Downtown Tempe Corporation, DTC, is launching MADCAP, a Mill Avenue venue for live entertainment. DTC is a non-profit that manages the downtown for area landowners.
To celebrate MADCAP's grand opening, DTC is offering free admission to bands and other live acts on June 12 and 13.
DTC officials want to make sure people do not let "misconceptions" about parking keep them from joining in the fun.
"It's one of the biggest misconception that there is no free parking downtown," said Casaundra Brown, a DTC spokeswoman. "Maybe it's not at every garage but many of them have a free first hour of parking . . . there are some lots with free parking all of the time."
The debate over whether to allow free parking downtown has raged for years. With some people siding on the side of a validation or other free-parking program, others saying the downtown would be overrun with Arizona State University students if parking was free. While shoppers might complain about paying, the proximity of downtown parking to the campus appeals to cash-strapped students who cannot afford a pricey ASU parking decal.
The debate subsided for a time when business downtown was booming because parking fees were said to ensure there was space for shoppers.
But now the recession and competition from Tempe Marketplace is taking its toll on downtown Tempe merchants' sales. So some struggling business owners are asking Tempe to consider that increasing the amount of free parking downtown might entice pennywise customers.
While a variety of parking garages, surface lots and meters are located near the downtown, people who want to stop in for a quick purchase can get frustrated that Mill Avenue meters are usually full. DTC has a tip for this too.
"The key is to look off of Mill Avenue - go up and down Ash (Avenue) and there's always tons of metered parking," Brown said.
Brown also countered complaints that parking is located too far from downtown shops.
"It's the same as if you parked in the far spots at the mall," she said.
And for those who do not want to drive, public transportation is a convenient option with the free Orbit shuttle traveling through many central and north Tempe neighborhoods. And light rail stops downtown make it easier for residents living outside Tempe to visit Mill.
Neil Marks feeds a parking meter Tuesday on Tempe's Mill Avenue. Over the years, people have complained that they shy away from downtown Tempe because they can't find parking and or they dont want to pay for parking.
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Hulu.com got in on the April Fools fun today with a retro web design, giving us a chance to see what the site might have looked like back in 1996. They also included a 90s version of their recap show The Morning After, which we have embedded here for you to view.
Hulus 90s design comes complete with dial-up modem sound effects, a Geocities/Netscape logo, nods to some classic 90s shows like The X-Files and My So Called Life and a frames layout that was, if I remember correctly, very web-chic for a brief period, despite all of the scrolling. The layout is definitely worth checking out if you havent seen it already. Itll take you back to a time when it probably wouldve taken a day and a half to download an episode of a TV show and thats only if you could keep your modem connected that long.
Below is the Morning After episode that goes with the design and revisits 90s TV and pop-culture.
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Nick Wey was charging this weekend! With a good start in the main, Wey was in the top five after lap one behind Stewart, Carmichael, Tedesco and Byrne. Nick chased down Byrne and battled for position, eventually making the pass stick by lap 13 and setting his sights on Tedesco. With two laps to go the privateer MDK Honda of Wey got inside of the factory Suzuki of Tedesco and made a pass stick for third place!
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Savoy Vase is having its 70th birthday. Designed in 1936 by Alvar Aalto it has been produced continously for seven decades by Iittala, based in Finland.
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According to The Hollywood Reporter, Forbes announced Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston as the biggest female moneymakers in Hollywood this past year. Many people are, of course, already taking note of the Brad Pitt connection. From June 2008 to June 2009 Jolie pulled in $27 million, while Aniston earned $25 million.
Jolie's big paycheck comes courtesy of Wanted, which grossed $341 million worldwide, and an advance for her role as a CIA agent in Phillip Noyce's upcoming Salt. Aniston's money comes from box-office winner Marley & Me, as well as her role in SmartWater commercials. She also received an advance for The Baster, where she will star alongside Juliette Lewis, Jason Bateman, and Jeff Goldblum.
Completing the top 10 are Meryl Streep, Sarah Jessica Parker, Cameron Diaz, Sandra Bullock, Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, Drew Barrymore, and Renée Zellweger.
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Employees at the Reserve Bank of India have called a one-day strike on Friday to protest against the pension policy, union officials said on Wednesday, a move that could hit bonds trading and settlement of cheques.
Samir Ghosh, general secretary of the All India Reserve Bank of India Employees Association, representing around 8,000 clerks, typists and attendants, said the government had refused to align RBI's pensions in line with that of the federal and state governments.
"This issue is not being resolved and the strike will be cent per cent successful," Ghosh said over telephone from his office in the eastern city of Kolkata, adding the strike may disrupt cheque clearing operations and settlement transactions in the currency market.
A senior official representing the officers union said more than 7,000 RBI offices across the country could be affected.
The central bank declined comment on the strike call.
Traders said the strike would affect the debt markets as the central bank runs the electronic trading platform on which the majority of participants, including banks, deal.
As banks are closed on Monday for a holiday, the strike will result in a four-day break, traders said.
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Sussex Technical High School was judged Most Creative in Delaware for its school bus entry in the 2013 DelawareCAN Contest. Statewide, 46,340 pounds of food were collected for the Food Bank of Delaware during this event, and the food bank is already hard at work in the community feeding those who need it the most.
Collection of nonperishable food items will continue for Sussex Tech's own food pantry that is being started at Sussex Tech for Ravens in need.
Sussex Tech adopted this campaign as its annual community service project to help solicit food for the Food Bank of Delaware. Students in Leslie Williams' and Kevin Elzie's Leadership Development class built the bus structure used to put the food products in. It is decorated with boxes of macaroni and cheese, and holds all the food donated by the Sussex Tech community.
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April 9, 2014
Bee Stings Hurt Most Where?
If a bee has ever stung you, you know it is not pleasant. The sting itself is pretty intense, but the reaction afterwards can be brutal. The throbbing, swelling, and general malaise felt near the puncture is just, well, icky. A bee sting feels bad no matter where it happens, but some places are definitely worse than others. Recently, National Geographic published an article that identified the worst places to get stung by a bee.
Michael Smith, a grad student at Cornell University who studies honeybees, decided to try to figure out just where on the body bee stings hurt the most. His interest began when a honeybee flew up his shorts and stung him on the testicles. Much to his surprise, the bee sting did not hurt as much as he thought, so he wanted to know just where it would hurt the most.
First, it is important to acknowledge Smith had a hard time finding hard data to support any one area being more painful than another. Justin Schmidt created the Schmidt Sting Pain Index, a scale measuring the painfulness of insect bites (and apparently explains them in really interesting read). Even he could not help.
That left Smith to try his own experiments…on himself. The only way he could see to perform such an experiment was to use his own body because otherwise the experiment would be subject to the review of Cornell University's Human Research Protection Program. As the Nat Geo article explains,
"Smith was methodical. He collected bees by grabbing their wings 'haphazardly with forceps' and pressing them against the body part of choice. He left the stinger there for a full minute before removing it, and then rated his pain on a scale of 1 to 10. Pain is very hard to measure, but psychological studies have found that numerical scales do a decent job of putting numbers on an inherently subjective experience.
He administered five stings a day, always between 9 and 10am, and always starting and ending with "test stings" on his forearm to calibrate the ratings. He kept this up for 38 days, stinging himself three times each on 25 different body parts. 'Some locations required the use of a mirror and an erect posture during stinging (e.g., buttocks),' he wrote. If you are chuckling at the image of a man twisting around in front of a mirror to apply an agitated bee to his butt, I assure you that you are not alone."
That's right; Smith stung himself five times a day for 38 days.
What Smith found in himself is that the nose, upper lip, and penis shaft hurt the most for him. Naturally, someone else may have a different outcome based on their own levels of pain and other factors, but Smith said that the nose, upper lip, and penis were definitely the worst pain he felt. And of these, the nose caused him more pain than the other two. As he said of the nose in the Nat Geo article, "'It's electric and pulsating,' he Smith. 'Especially the nose. Your body really reacts. You're sneezing and wheezing and snot is just dribbling out. Getting stung in the nose is a whole-body experience.'"
This got me to thinking about the nose. There are few places on the body that hurt worst than the nose when hit. Even if the nose does not break, when we hit our noses, our eyes tear up, snot starts flowing, and we feel a weirdness throughout our body. It is uncomfortable and painful and just icky. It makes sense to me, when thinking about the other pain and reactions of the nose, that a bee sting would hurt something wicked on the nose. It is a tender and sensitive area.
Of course, this study is subjective to just one individual's reactions to almost 200 bee stings. Someone else may find a completely different area of the body as more painful. Until then, though, we know that the nose, upper lip, and penis hurt pretty spectacularly.
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Hi Mr. Keillor,
My family and I adore listening to your show every week. I grew up listening with my dad he passed away many years ago and it is gratifying to do the same with my three children now.
I am married to the most wonderful man in the world and my husband and I are about to celebrate our twelfth wedding anniversary. We have a special place for you in our hearts you were in the restaurant, at the next table, on the night we got engaged!
So I was hoping that in honor of our anniversary (on December 27th), you might give us some words and wisdom on love.
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I'm dazed to think that I was in the vicinity of such a grand occasion and unaware of it. I imagine this was in New York, maybe at La Reserve on 51st Street, or Alison's On Dominick, or the Rainbow Room, three lovely places that have all passed into restaurant history, but here you are, and here I am, still ticking along. I'm much older than you, but probably no wiser. A rabbi, unless you are a hermit rabbi or a cloistered rabbi, is bound to see more of life than most authors. People defer to rabbis, of course, and tiptoe around them, but you do get to see individuals in terrible straits, under awful duress, in great despair, and that is when you witness the great truth about people, their sheer tenacity. As a young man I hoped to be one of the gifted, but gifts are cheap, and what really counts is tenacity, which everyone has in them but it doesn't come out unless provoked by circumstance. My great ambition has always been to be a novelist, which I've failed at. I had the opportunity back around the time you and I were neighbors in that restaurant, I had all the time in the world to write the novel I wanted to write, but it wasn't in me. It simply wasn't there. I couldn't find the tenacity. For me, radio was the day job, a stopgap measure, a way to tide myself over until I got to do the big thing I wanted to do, but if it gave pleasure to you and your dad, then I start to see it in a different light. Last Saturday night, I went to a memorial concert at an old firehouse in Minneapolis, to honor an old friend from the early days of "A Prairie Home Companion" who died last summer. Died young. (My age). Milton Schindler, a nice Jewish boy from north Minneapolis who discovered the blues in high school and picked up the harmonica and became an outstanding blues harpist and shouter and got the nickname "Soupy". There were many musicians from the old days of "Prairie Home" and it was good to see them and feel their tenacity, hammering out the classic blues and R&B and jug band numbers that Soupy did so well. He was a sweet man who was possessed on stage and he threw himself into his music and held nothing back. (Pat Donohue has that same fire, and so does Rich Dworsky.) It was a soulful show. None of the folks on stage had ever found wealth and fame in the music biz, and yet they are great artists of tenacity. The art is larger than the artist. It keeps on keeping on. I listened to Bob & Ray as a kid and got a particular odd sense of joy from them and some of it lives on in this show and someday when I'm 101 I'll hear something on the radio and think, "Hey, he stole that from me." and be pleased.
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|Cup stacking world records for 11-year-old William Polly
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|Thursday, 29 March 2012 20:14
William Polly (center), grandson of Karl and Judy Polly, lifts his U.S. National Sport Stacking Championship trophy. Polly competed March 24-25, setting two world records.
William Polly, an 11-year-old fifth grader from Arlington, Va., won the first-ever U.S. National Sport Stacking Championships, which were held at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., on March 24-25, 2012.
Sport stacking is a sport that involves the upstacking and downstacking of a regulation set of cups in particular routines for time and accuracy. The routines are known as the 3-3-3, the 3-6-3, and the cycle.
The tournament brought together over 350 kids and adults from 24 states, competing in three types of individual events, as well as doubles and a variety of timed and head-to-head relays.
In his individual events, William finished first in his age division, and overall, he finished the 3-3-3 in third place, the 3-6-3 in first place tying the world record, and the cycle in first place. William's combined individual score of 9.37 made him the overall national champion. He brought home seven trophies and seven medals.
William was interviewed for and appeared on the Fox local news the evening of March 24.
William is also the 2011 World Sport Stacking Champion, and will be defending that title on April 14-15, 2012, in Butzbach, Germany.
William now holds or has held every possible world record, except for the parent/child doubles record. He will compete with his mother, Laura, in that event in Germany. Although mom would really like to see William achieve that last possible record, she has cautioned him not to get his hopes up!
William is the son of Kris and Laura Polly and the grandson of Karl and Judy Polly of Wauneta.
Video of William at Nationals can be viewed at http://www.coloradoconnection.com/news/story.aspx?id=734221#.T3GZrmAZ6oo
Final Results:
3-3-3 3rd overall, 1.69
3-6-3 1st overall, tied world record, 1.96
Cycle 1st overall, 5.72
Timed 3-6-3 relay 1st overall, new world record, 13.96
Doubles 4th overall, 9.08
State cycle team relay challenge 2nd overall
Combined overall score 1st overall, 9.37
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Republican lawmakers don't want new taxes included in the debt ceiling negotiations, and some say they'd be willing to let the federal government default on its bills.
Speaking on ABC News's "This Week" on Jan. 6, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said Republicans would not accept any new revenues in the deal. "The tax issue is behind us," McConnell said, "Now it's time to pivot and turn to the real issue, which is our spending addiction."
On Jan. 4, Senate Minority Whip John Cornyn (R-Texas) went a step further and wrote that it "may be necessary to partially shut down the government in order to secure the long-term fiscal wellbeing of our country," in an op-ed in the Houston Chronicle.
Cornyn's shutdown would be the unprecedented one of the government not paying bills it already owes--a different kind of shutdown from those caused by congressional refusal to pass new funding bills. Many Republicans hold that the Treasury Department could selectively pay governmental bills and so keep a default restricted to certain programs or areas. It's note a view shared by the department; during the 2011 debt ceiling crisis, Deputy Treasury Secretary Neal Wolin said the federal government can't prioritize that way and such efforts would not prevent a default of the entire government.
"Treasury has always emphasized," wrote Wolin, "that the only way to prevent default and protect America's creditworthiness is to enact a timely increase in the debt limit."
Cornyn's statement echoes what Sen. Pat Toomey told the Washington Post on Jan. 2: "We Republicans need to be willing to tolerate a temporary, partial government shutdown… We absolutely have to have this fight over the debt limit."
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) signaled that new revenues won't be taken off the table yet, saying that Democrats will still consider new taxes and changes to the tax code, on CBS News's "Face the Nation" on Jan. 6. She said the fiscal cliff legislation did not provide enough on the revenue side of things.
President Obama has said that he will not negotiate over raising the debt ceiling but Republicans may be able to force the issue since the White House has also said that the president does not have the authority to raise the debt ceiling without congressional approval.
For more:
- read McConnell's statement on ABC's "This Week"
- see Pelosi's comment on CBS' "Face the Nation"
- read Cornyn's op-ed
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