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Fantasy author living in central Pennsylvania. I love to travel (especially places with old ruins), watch football (American NFL, not that soccer stuff), drink (rum and coke, preferred), and enjoy life.

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Jon Sprunk For me, there are 2 "best" parts about being a writer. The first is the writing itself. I simply love the act of creating new characters, new worlds, …moreFor me, there are 2 "best" parts about being a writer. The first is the writing itself. I simply love the act of creating new characters, new worlds, and powerful stories. The second thing is getting feedback from readers.(less)
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Shadow Saga on Audio

Graphic Audio has all three books of the Shadow Saga on audio (cd or download). If you've ever wanted a movie version of these books, this is pretty close. A full cast of voice actors, music, sound effects, and they run 7-8 hours each.


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“Why is it that if a lord or a king sends you to kill a man, it's somehow noble? But if you do this for yourself, it's murder?”
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“We'll be back. With more men."
"Then bring shovels and a priest.”
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Jon Sprunk You can read the first chapter of SHADOW'S SON for free online at Tor.com.

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