What if the villain was right? What if they burned an entire kingdom down by chapter one? Could you ever agree with the why? Read today and decide! Out today! www.amazon.com/Shadows-Fate... #fantasybooks #newrelease #darkfantasy #grimdark

Looking for adventurous readers. Must love epic battles, late-night page binges, and questionable gods. Swipe right if you’re ready for a quest. #FantasyBooks #indieauthor #looking #fantasyauthor #epicfantasy

I rewrote Chapter One of The Weight of Oblivion SEVEN times. Not edited. Rewrote. As in, deleted every word and started fresh. Why? Because the ending of this trilogy deserved everything I had. It’s done. It’s brutal. It’s beautiful. Available now.

Three books. One dying land. And reluctant heroes who hold the key to it all. Start with The Rift and the Reckoning and read the complete Land of Nowhere Trilogy today. 📖 Free in Kindle Unlimited.

🔥 Big moment — I need your help! I’m choosing the official Nick Blade logo. Check out the final designs and vote for your favorite! 99designs.com/logo-design/...

New review on @sffinsiders.com - The Rift and the Reckoning by @nickbladeauthor.bsky.social Fun fast-paced fantasy adventure focused on a YA protagonist who suddenly discovers he has a much larger role to play in the fate of the dying world. www.sffinsiders.com/blog/review-...

There’s power in writing what no one asked for. There’s freedom in creating what only you could imagine. That’s the fire of being indie. Keep it burning.

Are you ready to dive into The Land of Nowhere? Two books are out. The third is coming. Monsters rise. Heroes break. Legends are born. www.amazon.com/Butchers-Lam...

Meet Theron: not a chosen hero, not a perfect man—but the only one who might stand between a broken god and the end of the world. The Butcher's Lament: Book 2 of the Land of Nowhere Trilogy. May 11. Preorder now. nickblade.com/the-rift-and...

I just finished writing a short story (10k words or so) that shows the night one of my characters earned the name "The Butcher." I'm going to edit it, format it, and give it away to anybody that buys book one. I'm excited the way it turned out. More to come!

This is only the beginning. The Rift and the Reckoning will shake you. But books two and three will break you. Read book 1 now. 2 and 3 in the coming months. The Land of Nowhere is your new addiction. #epicfantasy

Every story is a map, guiding someone home to themselves.

My characters are conspiring against me! They don't like it when I put them in questionable situations. See what happens when I give them free will? #booksky #epicfantasy #fantasybooks

My debut book, *The Rift and the Reckoning*, is now available! It is book one of *The Land of Nowhere* Trilogy. I have written the whole series; book two will be released in May and book three in July. www.amazon.com/Rift-Reckoni... #booksky

Yes, writing is hard. But so is baking a soufflé, and at least your book won’t collapse in the oven. Probably. #writingcommunity #indieauthor #booksky

Editing is just realizing all the words you thought were brilliant at 2 AM… were not.

What is an indie author if not a rebel? We don’t write to fit inside a mold. We write to shatter it. We tell our stories our way, raw and untamed, not the way someone says they should be told. So, my question to you, fellow rule-breaker: What’s one writing rule you love to break? #writingcommunity

I just put up the entire Land of Nowhere trilogy for preorder on Amazon. The first one is released next week, on March 10th! It's just $0.99 for the Kindle version, but the physical copy will be available on launch day! #booksky #epicfantasy #fantasytrilogy

I just realized that I haven't posted a snippet of my soon-to-be-released (March 10th) debut novel in a while, *The Rift and the Reckoning*, book 1 of the Land of Nowhere trilogy. So, here is a completely random snippet. #booksky #epicfantasy #fantasytrilogy #indieauthor

SIXTEEN DAYS?! The Rift and The Reckoning drops March 10th, kicking off an epic journey. I wrote the whole trilogy last year—Book 1 lands soon, and the rest will follow in the coming months. Mark your calendars and get ready for The Land of Nowhere! 🔥 Who’s ready? #EpicFantasy #booksky #booklaunch

As a writer, I’m sometimes a benevolent god… other times, I’m a sadistic deity who torments my characters for the amusement of my readers. Either way, my characters should probably start praying.

I had the idea for this character almost thirty years ago, when I wrote a short story about him in English class. Yes, he has been knocking around in my head for that long! I can't wait until you all learn more about him. #booksky #writingcommunity

A story untold is a world unlived. Bring yours to life.

Every chapter you finish is a quiet rebellion against giving up. #writingcommunity #indieauthors #authors

Every author you admire has doubted themselves. The difference? They didn’t let it stop them.

Somewhere out there, an author needs to hear this: You've survived every writing challenge so far. You'll survive this one, too.

Rejection isn’t failure; quitting is. Agents may say no. Publishers may pass. Some readers will leave bad reviews. But that’s proof you’re in the game. Every ‘no’ means you had the courage to try. Real failure is refusing to keep going. Push forward. Prove them wrong. #writingcommunity

These are the final words of Chapter 1 of "The Rift and the Reckoning," a high-fantasy tale of power, survival, and vengeance. They aren't a threat, but a promise, because when they keep pushing him, there's only one way forward. What do you think happens next? #booksky #fantasybooks #epicfantasy

Jerrick wasn't a hero. He'd rather stay back, tend to the farm, and care for his ailing parents. As an introvert, he'd rather live in his head and make excuses for not getting involved. But something changed. From passive to juggernaut, it has been an amazing experience to write Jerrick's story.

This is Drusilla. She is not much of a talker but is big on action. When the Creator made humans, she instilled in them a deep hatred for Drusilla’s people. Despite that, the Keepers look after mankind, trying to regain the Creator's favor. But nothing is as it seems in The Land of Nowhere.

Here is Elena. She's a deeply layered character and a fierce warrior! She's inspiring, playful, insightful, and unafraid. She has a deep emotional core, driven by her desire to see a better future for those who come after. She's the heart of the Land of Nowhere Trilogy. #booksky #fantasy #fantasyart

Books outlive their authors. The words you write today could change someone’s life years from now.

I'd like to introduce you all to Theron "The Butcher." He wouldn't like me calling him that, as he never liked that nickname. He hasn't always made the right choices, but he strives to do better. If you've read the first chapter (link in my bio), this is him, and if you know, you know. #booksky

Fill in the blank: My writing process is 50% creativity and 50% ________.

This is a passage from Chapter 6 of *The Rift and the Reckoning*, out on March 10th. I was editing this morning, and it hit hard. With everything going on in the world, that last sentence... #booksky

Your book doesn't need to be loved by everyone, just by the right readers. So what if you got a bad review or someone doesn't love your book as much as you do? They aren't your audience. Your readers are out there; keep writing for them. #writingcommunity #author #indieauthors #booksky

Doubt is loud, but your passion is louder. Every writer wonders if their work is good enough, but the only way to truly fail is to stop. Your words matter. Don’t let fear silence them. #indieauthors

Who was the first person to believe in your writing? Tag them or share how they inspired you. #writingcommunity #indieauthors #authors

Life gets busy, and writing can feel impossible. But even five minutes, even one sentence, is progress. Writing doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Do what you can, when you can, and celebrate every step.

"We don’t always get to choose our destiny... Sometimes, it chooses us. And when it does, we have to be brave enough to embrace it, no matter how uncertain the path forward may seem." -Elena: The Rift and the Reckoning #booksky #fantasy #indieuthor #writingcommunity

#indieauthors Who are you using for audiobooks? Are you recording them yourselves?

You’ll never know how many people your story might inspire, heal, or comfort unless you write it. Don’t let fear silence your words. #indieauthors #writingcommunity

Success as an indie author isn’t measured by sales alone. It’s measured in the courage to write, the bravery to publish, and the lives your words touch. That’s the real magic. #indieauthors #booksky

I'm writing him into my current WIP. He told me that he approves and to not F it up. His word not mine! He'll probably want me to add superlatives like the greatest cat of all time, or the most charming and handsome boi ever. #catsofsky #indieauthor #booksky

Your brand is your story outside the book. Share your passion, your process, and the journey that makes your work unique.

Your biggest critic is often yourself. Be kinder to the writer in you. They’re doing something brave. ❤️ #booksky #indieauthors #writingcommunity

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Here is the newly minted cover for book 3 of The Land of Nowhere Trilogy. I am really excited to share this with all of you! #epicfantasy #booksky #indieauthors #authors #writingcommunity

It took me 45 years to start writing, 27 years after coming up with an idea for the story, and only took 1 year to write the entire trilogy. Sometimes, starting is the hardest part. Be brave today. Do something you've been putting off. #booksky #indieauthors #fantasyauthor #writingcommunity

What was the first non-children’s book you picked up and read purely because you wanted to? Mine was Where the Red Fern Grows. Talk about starting with a heartbreaker! #writingcommunity #indieauthors #authors