C. R. Collins has a new queer fantasy book out, a Tales of Ardonna prequel: Giant’s Gate.
“This was a good time for silent reflection, to ask myself how—in all the rumored worlds—I’d arrived here.”
All she wanted was a secure home, but Maddie’s problems just got bigger.
GIANTS’ GATE is a standalone MAGE ERA prequel to the WOODSPELL SERIES and one of the TALES OF ARDONNA.
Content Advisory: Contains adult themes and situations and spoilers for River’s Roar
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Excerpt
Elli and I followed Mama to the family room. Branches tapped the walls, as if probing for weak spots. The heavy door shook, momentarily bowing, but the bolt held. My father set the hearth crackling. Elli put the kettle on, then set up baking racks. I helped Mama knead cakes. We laid out an extravagant meal, using the bulk of the perishables.
The rest of the family gathered at Elli’s call. Papa led us in praise to water, without which we would have no food. He bid us eat thankfully and attend to flavors.
Mages revere these elements which maintain life: water, land, air—even fire, cautiously. Unlike humans, we understand. The uroborus reminds us of our place. I enjoyed what could be my last meal amid the forest’s relentless knocking. Cali would have done the same.
Author Bio
Tree-hugging indie fantasy author.