Embark on a wholesome journey of healing and self-discovery. A cozy fantasy tale of forging new friendships and overcoming fears. A quiet quest of family bonds and budding romance. From dragon fire to garden flowers ... Felton Holdum spent his entire life training to become one of Galium's elite dwarven warriors. When a bloody battle leaves him injured, he has no choice but to move into his eccentric twin aunts' quaint home in the town's quiet Garome District. With his life of military service seemingly over, the captain of the city guard gives Felton his only chance at a fresh start in the new life he never wanted. But when a human woman barges through his front door, the grumpy dwarf starts to wonder if there is more to life than war. The sunshine woman invites him to visit her garden, where Felton gains a new nemesis and a new purpose in life. Take a walk through the garden and see what magic awaits. Come enjoy the hospitality of the whimsical Garome District. Meet new friends as you sample new breads at the bakery, play a game of Castle Brick at the tavern, and taste homemade pies during the annual pie baking contest at the Fall Festival. "Virgin River meets The Hobbit" in this heartwarming, feel-good fantasy.

Embark on a wholesome journey of forgiveness and self-discovery. A cozy fantasy tale of forging new friendships and overcoming fears. A quaint quest of adventure and magic. From behind the throne to trails unknown ... Zarnikorek spent much of his life in the service of a wicked orc king. When a new rebellion seizes control of the kingdom and overthrows the king, Zarni has no choice but to move back to his quaint hometown in the Ghun-Ra valley. With his life of regal service seemingly in the past, Zarni must live a quiet and inconspicuous life of loneliness to avoid being recognized. But when the new king's mage adviser pays the goblin a visit, Zarni is tasked with a quest that could change everything. Teaming up with a jovial halfling wagoner, he embarks on an unforgettable road trip for the ages to follow an ancient and mysterious trail. But as their friendship grows, Zarni might just discover something he thought he'd never find again. Take to the trail and discover what magic awaits. Come enjoy the hospitality of dwarven taverns and halfling homes. Meet new friends as you sing with the Griffin Guard, play a game of Castle Brick at the tavern, and enjoy a flapjack breakfast with a mad sorcerer. "Onward meets Oregon Trail (but nobody gets dysentery)" in this heartwarming, feel-good fantasy.

Dive into the magical world of Finlestia in this epic collection of fantasy prelude stories about characters from the Stone & Sky series. Fall in love with these fantastic characters as you join a huntsman and his falcon in the wild as they become the hunted. Sympathize with an elven knight who serves a gluttonous king. Investigate a series of mysterious disappearances with an orc mage of Calrok. Train with a member of the fabled Griffin Guard as she faces off against the man she loves. Run through Elderwood Forest and learn the key to a bear's heart with an elf mage. Travel the northern road with a joyful halfling who enjoys good company. Go on a mission with a dwarven glendon team to capture a dangerous predator in the mountains of Drelek. Fly away to the world of Finlestia and discover what adventure awaits you!

Midnight Magic Special Edition

Gathering Storm Magazine, Year 1, Issue 3, is full of themed short fiction (always based on old sayings), interactive fiction, poetry, original artwork, and engaging Tidbits that tickle the mind. All of the stories in this issue reflect one of four selected themes by the Founding Editors: If at first you don't succeed, try again Accidents happen If you build it, they will come Famous last words