Serra’s story will begin in Light Without Mercy, Book 1 of the Eternity River Saga.
Acknowledgements:
This book would never have been possible without the support of my loving partners, my family, and the friends who have kept me from feeling cut off from the world amid this (ongoing at the time of writing) pandemic.
Specific appreciations go to: my friends Josh, Emily, and Naomi, each of whom listened to me read out the entire draft over the course of days, offering an attentive ear and insights; to my editor, Michelle; to my mother Roxana, who was puzzled but immediately supportive of my hiatus from career-chasing in the field of science; to my supportive reading & writing partner Synna; and to my nesting partner Anna, who’s been endlessly patient and kind while she waited for my months of writing and research to bear fruit.
To the many others who haven’t been mentioned by name: know that if you’ve heard me talk about my book, then you’ve been part of the process, and you have my gratitude.
And to my readers: I may not have met you yet, but if you feel you gained something by reading this book then you’re the reason I wrote it. I’m grateful you exist. See ‘Next Steps’ below if you’d like to get in touch!
Next Steps:
If you enjoyed The Last Spellbound House, visit https://www.samuelsimons.net/book-list for a full list of my books, including upcoming releases.
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Thank you for reading! Coming soon: The Stars of Ruin, Book 2 of the War Eternal’s Ashes series.
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About the Author:
Samuel Simons (he/him) has been telling stories in one form or another for decades. Whether he’s developing an original universe such as the Eternity River, running a tabletop game for a group of friends, writing fiction in online communities, or dabbling in poetry, Samuel always looks to the setting in search of the context and deeper truths which inform any piece of art.
No story happens in a vacuum: a tale’s world shapes its characters, its plot, and the emotions the reader comes away with.
“As thinking and feeling beings, what changes and what remains the same for us in worlds whose rules are different?”
Step into the many spheres of the Eternity River, and immerse yourself in the wild variety of realities a single question can produce.
Call to Action:
Readers: there’s one more step in this journey, if you’re willing.
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Thank you in advance. May your hearth be warm and your travels safe.
—Samuel Simons
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