This is the week! THE LOST KING is out this Thursday, and we can't wait for everyone to immerse themselves in this action-packed second book in the Wings of Valenia trilogy by Elizabeth Creith. Enter this magical world as Princess Kiar as she harnesses her powers in the fight of a lifetime!
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It is autumn in Valenia, and times are hard. The queen is no longer herself after the tragic events of the spring. Wild animals have ravaged crops, and Princess Kiar worries about a lean winter for the kingdom. After her sister Adana returns from the swanfolk with a cryptic warning from the Swan Queen, the nearby bog seems to take on a life of its own, and a young girl from an eastern farmstead brings news of a band of inhuman, seemingly invincible attackers. Local legend tells of mysterious bog-walkers, souls suspended between life and death and lurking between worlds.
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Her father, the king, is wounded in battle, and the intruders seem to fear nothing and no one-except Kiar. But she cannot be everywhere at once. Along with her swanfolk friend, Willow, her future mate, the valiant and loyal Tuan, and a former enemy turned ally, Kiar enters the perilous heart of the bog to confront the dark magic within. Everything is at stake-the life of King Tir, her future as ruler, and the peace of Valenia.
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"A bold and dynamic fantasy thriller with well written characters and a compelling plot. Themes of family, betrayal, magic, and tragedy abound in a breathtaking adventure full of unexpected twists and turns. The Lost King is a stirring fantasy epic which features incredible worldbuilding and a glut of interesting characters. Steeped in the land of ancient fairytales and myths, Creith's sensitively written characters are both intriguing and memorable...
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Reviewers are raving about THE DARK ROAD, a psychological thriller unlike any you've read before:
"The Dark Road was unputdownable with fast-paced action from cover to cover. Rhodes accurately embodies trauma in this dark story without getting too lost in any singular character's experience. If you like dark themes, psychological thrillers, and twisty tales with complex characters, this is the book for you!"
"Rhodes hit the ground running with her debut novel, The Dark Road, a psychological thriller about healing from trauma and the role of connection. It is a tale of post-traumatic growth and breaking generational cycles, told through a riveting, suspenseful, and supernatural story that weaves the intersecting lives and struggles of the main characters."
"I loved the setting of this novel. Not only is it a very sentimental place that's dear to my heart, but it adds a dark element to the story. The characters are relatable, even in their personal darkness."
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ATTENTION BOOK CLUBS!
This riveting story offers many avenues for a meaningful discussion about family and the struggles of mental health issues. We think book clubs are so important, especially for discussing difficult topics and opening eyes to other perspectives. We’re happy to offer the following perks for your book club:
Order 8 or more copies and receive 20% off your entire order. Just add all copies to the cart in one purchase. If you have a smaller group, send us an email and we can work out a similar discount.
Author Kathleen Rhodes @deathdreams01 is happy to visit your book club! Either locally in the Portland, Oregon, area, or via Zoom. Send us an email to schedule.
Download DISCUSSION QUESTIONS at typeeighteenbooks.com to facilitate conversation.
Join the conversation about this meaningful book!
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“Rhodes hit the ground running with her debut novel. THE DARK ROAD is a deep, dark psychological thriller about healing from trauma and the role of connection. I was particularly struck by Rhodes' ability to demonstrate the transformative experience of motherhood through the eyes of Shelly and her deep bond with daughter, Josie. It is a tale of post-traumatic growth and breaking generational cycles, through a riveting, suspenseful, and supernatural story that weaves the intersecting lives and struggles of the main characters.
I cried and cheered for these characters! At times I couldn’t walk away from them, either by not being able to put the book down or by continuing to contemplate their story between readings.” - Tara, Goodreads reviewer
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"The Dark Road is an intense psychological thriller that follows two strangers through an emotional journey to the darkest part of their subconscious. After a car accident puts both Shelly and John in a coma, they find themselves stuck together in a metaphysical world where they are confronted by the demons of their past, literally." - Amazon reviewer
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Let's watch our favorite #fantasy author, Elizabeth Creith, as she gets her first look at THE LOST KING, the second book in the Wings of Valenia series!
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This one is SO good, readers! In book one, Kiar was coming into her own as heir to the Valenian throne. In The Lost King, she's grown up, quickly mastering her abilities and powers, and ready to defend her father and the kingdom in the fight of a lifetime.
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Four solitary souls. One small town diner. A chain of events that changes everything.
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Hank Spencer knows what goes on in his diner. He knows which days are best for business and whether the Blue Plate special is selling, and he makes note of the customers who come to drink and make small talk with his servers.
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Lois is a hardworking waitress pushing fifty who hasn’t forgotten her big city dreams. When opportunity presents itself, she boards the train for Chicago, despite the risks and her boss’s attempts to warn her.
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Working all the double shifts in the world won’t take care of Clara’s problem. She’s young, single, and knocked up. She feels trapped—at the diner, living with her god-fearing parents, and in the gossipy town full of watchful eyes.
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Tyler is adjusting to civilian life after a stint in the army. At Hank’s Diner, he finds camaraderie and comfort, and sometimes, he can drown out visions of war over a plate of potatoes and meatloaf, and several ice-cold beers.
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These night hawks converge and separate under the fluorescent glow of the eatery, late at night and during long days, as the train speeds through, blaring its horn and signaling an alternate path. NIGHT HAWKS is a tender novella with a touch of noir about finding family in unlikely places, living through losses, and the connections that keep us showing up for another shift.
Watch for this release by author Michael Loyd Gray next February!
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This is THE VIGIL, the story of a father's grief and love. We’re thrilled to be publishing this great story by Peter Dellolio next February.
Ralph Unda has never been the same since the disappearance of his only daughter. Disturbed for some time by the death of a seagull, the young woman takes her father’s boat out one evening to photograph the sunset. Later, the Coast Guard returns with the vessel, but no Georgia.
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As the lighthouse keeper for Boston Light, Unda is in a prime location to keep watch. He’s a common sight on Little Brewster Island—a solitary figure gazing through binoculars, waiting for her to return from the dark, turbulent water.
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The puzzle of Georgia’s disappearance comes to light through multiple perspectives: Unda, a man overcome with guilt and despair, the Greek chorus of townspeople who witnessed her stormy life and Unda’s devotion, Georgia’s haunting pleas traveling over the horizon, and the songs and ancient stories that keep Unda tethered to the living.
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A stunning meditation on innocence, attachment, and grief, THE VIGIL tells a timeless tale of mental struggle and acceptance. Written in beautiful, captivating prose, this story swirls with the mysteries and depths of the sea, and with aching resonance for anyone who has ever loved absolutely, beyond the limits of time and space.
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Congratulations to Kathleen Rhodes, whose debut novel is out in the world today!
THE DARK ROAD is the story of two souls meeting at the crossroads of reality and a troubled past.
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Readers are weighing in on this provocative book, a #psychologicalthriller possibly unlike any you've ever read.
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"I can honestly say that I’ve never read a book like this one before. As someone who has always had a passion in psychology, I was fascinated by these characters and the author's illustration of trauma."
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"This gritty insight into the mind of those struggling with mental instability is so incredibly rich with descriptions that you'll be absolutely sucked into a bizarrely different world."
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Take the journey and join the conversation, and help us congratulate the author on her amazing debut!
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New book: Madame Sorel's Lodger
Introducing the novella Madame Sorel's Lodger
New book: Madame Sorel's Lodger
Say hello to the first book in the Type Eighteen Books Novella Collection!
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Madame Sorel's Lodger tells the story of a village in France and the indelible mark left by an artist who comes to live among them.
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A bold exploration of the encompassing drive of creativity, the power of art, and the bonds of community and friendship, MADAME SOREL’S LODGER by Tracy Wise, Author and Freelance Writer explores what it means to follow or hide your heart and how these choices, in the end, are what make us human.
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Coming 2-4-25
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