Hello readers! On the 27th November, this blog reached its second anniversary. We now have two whole years of miscellaneous waffle in the post archives, all tangentially related to fantasy and science fiction. This week I’m taking the opportunity to look back over the last twelve months, picking out my favourite posts and acknowledging some … Continue reading The blog is two years old!
Tag: dark fantasy
Another Lego model for the collection
Hello readers! Just a short post from me today. You might remember that back in May I shared a Lego castle from my Highmoor series. Well, today I’m sharing another! A second castle has been added to the collection, and this one is a lot more intricate. Those familiar with the second book might recognise … Continue reading Another Lego model for the collection
Free book weekend: 22nd-24th November
Hello readers! From Friday to Sunday, all my books will be FREE on Amazon (find them here). My current series, Highmoor, is traditional high fantasy, and the first three books are now out (with the final instalment in progress). These books follow the adventures of three brothers caught up in a conflict between the nations … Continue reading Free book weekend: 22nd-24th November
NEW BOOK RELEASE: Synwyr by C. W. Clayton
Hello readers! I have just released Synwyr, the third book in the Highmoor series. It is available now on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCSN2FR5), so you can either buy a copy for £2.99, or read it for free on Kindle Unlimited. Maps for the book are available on my website (cwclaytonauthor.co.uk), where you’ll also find concept art and … Continue reading NEW BOOK RELEASE: Synwyr by C. W. Clayton
Progress Update: April 2024
Hello readers! It’s time for another progress update – and for a big thank you. Last weekend I reached a major milestone: over 1000 of my books have been downloaded from the Kindle store. Even though this book-writing business is just a hobby of mine, this still feels like something worth celebrating. We’re still in … Continue reading Progress Update: April 2024
Film review: Damsel
Hello readers! This week I watched Damsel on Netflix, mostly out of morbid curiosity after seeing the trailer. To my surprise, I didn’t hate it – but I didn’t really like it either. Damsel is a “dark fantasy” film about a young woman (Millie Bobby Brown) trying to escape a dragon’s lair. It styles itself … Continue reading Film review: Damsel
New book out now: Sylvre
Hello readers! I have just published a new book on Amazon. This is Sylvre, the second instalment in the Highmoor series. To celebrate the launch, all my other books are free for this weekend (10th and 11th June). If you haven't picked up the first book, Highmoor, now's your chance! Amazon link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C7LVH17V Highmoor series … Continue reading New book out now: Sylvre
