Chasing the Shadows (Sentinels of the Galaxy Book 2)
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Who helped me format the book so I can publish it worldwide?
Who taught me all the cool space stuff so it’s as accurate as possible for this science fiction story?
Who is somewhat patient when her mother is distracted, reads every book, and provides feedback before publication?
Who provides all kinds of writerly support and commiseration during our bi-annual writing retreats?
Who gives me an ego boost and lifts my spirits when I’m having a bad day?
Who are still my good friends even after I’ve ignored them for months to write?
Answers
Josh Durham.
The editorial Dream Team of Rachael, Julia, Laurie, and Annabel! With an assist from Natalie, Rodney, and Jenna.
My husband, Rodney.
Michelle, Jeff, and all the wonderful booksellers who hand-sell my books.
Natalie Bejin—CEM for the win!
My agent, Bob Mecoy.
Carrie Miller.
The Launchpad team of Dr. Michael Brotherton and Christian Ready.
My beautiful and super smart daughter, Jenna.
Author and friend, Mindy Klasky.
The Soulfinders!! Love you!
Judi, Kathy, Jackie, Jess, Quin, Brian, Christine, Maverick, Al, Dave, Mike, Melissa, Nancy, Jeri, and Kristy.
Also by Maria V. Snyder
Study Series
Poison Study
Magic Study
Fire Study
Shadow Study
Night Study
Dawn Study
Ice Study (Available as an ebook)
Glass Series
Storm Glass
Sea Glass
Spy Glass
Healer series
Touch of Power
Scent of Magic
Taste of Darkness
Inside Series
Inside Out
Outside In
(collected as Inside)
Invisible Sword Series
The Eyes of Tamburah
The City of Zirdai (coming June 2020)
The King of Koraha (coming June 2021)
Sentinels Series
Navigating the Stars
Chasing the Shadows
Defending the Galaxy (coming November 2020)
Discover other titles by Maria V. Snyder at www.MariaVSnyder.com
Praise for Maria V. Snyder
"Smart, witty, and full of heart, Navigating the Stars had me hooked from the very first page!" Lynette Noni, bestselling author of Whisper
"This is one of those rare books that will keep readers dreaming long after they've read it." Publishers Weekly, starred review on Poison Study
"Snyder deftly weaves information about glassblowing into her tale of magic and murder." Library Journal on Storm Glass
"Filled with Snyder's trademark sarcastic humor, fast-paced action, and creepy villainy, Touch of Power is a spellbinding fantasy adventure." USA TODAY
"This deftly plotted story will engage readers of both genders with its fresh story line." Kirkus Reviews on Storm Watcher
"A wonderful, thoughtful book full of vivid characters and a place--Inside--that is by turns alien, and breathtakingly familiar." Rachael Caine, etc.... on Inside Out
About the Author
When Maria V. Snyder was younger, she aspired to be a storm chaser so she attended Pennsylvania State University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. Much to her chagrin, forecasting the weather wasn’t in her skill set so she spent a number of years as an environmental meteorologist, which is not exciting ... at all. Bored at work and needing a creative outlet, she started writing fantasy and science fiction stories. Over a dozen novels and numerous short stories later, Maria’s learned a thing or three about writing. She’s been on the New York Times bestseller list, won a half-dozen awards, and has earned her Master of Arts degree in Writing from Seton Hill University, where she is now a faculty member for their MFA program.
When she’s not writing she’s either playing volleyball or traveling. Being a writer, though, is a ton of fun. Where else can you take fencing lessons, learn how to ride a horse, study martial arts, learn how to pick a lock, take glass blowing classes, and attend Astronomy Camp and call it research? Maria will be the first one to tell you it’s not working as a meteorologist. Readers are welcome to check out her website for book excerpts, free short stories, maps, blog, and her schedule at MariaVSnyder.com
Copyright © 2019 by Maria V. Snyder. All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. For permission requests, write to the publisher.
This is a work of science fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are a product of the author’s imagination. Locales and public names are sometimes used for atmospheric purposes. Any resemblance to actual people, living or dead, or to businesses, companies, events, institutions, or locales is completely coincidental.
Navigating the Stars / Maria V. Snyder—1st edition
Cover design by Design by Committee
Published by Maria V. Snyder
Print ISBN 978-1-946381-04-0
Digital ISBN 978-1-946381-05-7