In a world of constant winds, Diana and Eira are on the verge of being consumed by failure or a gilded cage, the failing magical weapon and the visionary princess must abandon their masters to stop an apocalypse; but as their paths intertwine, they must learn that the light they seek is hidden within their own shadows before a familiar monster burns the world down.
Diana Æliana is a finely honed tool of destruction—or she’s supposed to be. Despite training under the world’s most powerful sorcerer, her magic is dampened by an anxiety that threatens to dull her edge just when she needs it most: in finding her ten-year-old sister who has been kidnapped by the ruthless rebel leader, Kamaka. Across the border, Grand Princess Eira is a prisoner of her own station, her “seizures” dismissed by the court when words fail her in trying to explain what they really are: apocalyptic visions of a world on fire.
To rescue her sister, Diana must prove she is more than a broken blade, venturing into the lost history of their world that tests her limits. And driven by the terrifying clarity of her visions, Eira shatters her gilded chains and flees an arranged marriage, throwing herself into the path of her visions. As one hunts a kidnapper and the other chases a nightmare, the two women follow the trail of forgotten history that threatens their world.
Amidst the smoke of a world at war, Diana and Eira must realize that true power isn't granted by sorcerers or thrones—it’s forged in the choice to face the dark. But as they close in on the man behind the destruction, they discover a truth more devastating than any vision.
Hi! I'm Emma! I've been writing for ten years now, and, after completing seven (almost eight now) books, I am ready to publish my debut novel. However, as a university student, the cost of publishing makes this process a little prohibitive. That’s why I’m launching a BackerKit to help fund the editing and publication of this book, which I’ve poured so much of my heart into.
When I'm not writing, I'm painting and studying. I just finished/am finishing my Bachelor's in History and will start a Master's program in Library and Information Science this autumn. My art is a part of this BackerKit as seen in some of the art and sticker prints.
I also have the sweetest cat in the world, Sherlock, who supervises all of my work.
I can't wait to finally start sharing my work and I want to thank you for coming on this journey with me. Over the last couple years writing this, and its nearly completed sequel, has been quite the adventure. I have put so much of myself into this project and the characters, and I hope you come to love them as much as I do.
This tier is especially for those who want to support the project but shipping internationally may be too steep. The Sorcerer level includes an ebook edition and digital goodies.
If you want the paperback, but not the hardcover, then The Mage level is the paperback copy and digital products from The Sorcerer.
If you want the hardcover edition, and add-ons aren't your thing then The High Royal level contains the hardcover edition of the book and The Sorcerer level digital products.
Not a hardcover fan, but still want all the goodies? Then this tier is for you. The Sage has all the add-ons and comes with the paperback edition, but no mention in "Special Thanks" inside the book.
The Emperor includes the hardcover edition and all add-ons. It’s just one step down from Anirac's Chosen, but doesn't include the limited numbering and signatures for backers who might prefer a clean interior.
Anirac's Chosen is a truly special tier. Designed for those who want a limited-edition piece of where this universe begins, it includes all add-ons and features a signed and numbered edition, complete with a custom doodle alongside my signature. Backers at this level will also earn a spot in the 'Extra Special Thanks' section of the book as a token of gratitude for supporting the campaign's ultimate tier.
All shipping charges will be charges separately after the campaign and the following are all just estimates. However, with the cost of fuel and shipping costs changing so much, there is the chance of price estimates changing. Additionally, this is estimated as the cost for the tiers as is, if you add several add ons, that may also increase shipping.
US shipping will be around $5 to $8 USD for all physical tiers, assuming there are no large shipping price increases in the next couple months. Similarly, though international shipping is available, it will likely be around $32 to $35 USD, based on current shipping rates.
If you do live internationally but would like to support this project, there is an ebook tier with no shipping costs attached.
