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Notes, News, and New ReleasesPre-Order Notice - September 17, 2021: Pre-order Inferno - The Frozen Flame:Book Four audiobook tpday!
Author's Notes - July 30, 2021: Some interesting thoughts on the magic system in my books.
Release Notice - July 30, 2021: War of the Crown Paperback now available
News Update- July 29, 2021: Barnes & Noble chose War of the Crown in this week’s five favorite indie eBooks
Author's Notes - July 27, 2021: Four years ago, I could never have imagined this day would happen!!!
Release Notice - July 27, 2021: War of the Crown releases today!!!
Release Notice - July 13, 2021: Mercerian Tales: Honour Thy Ancestors is now available
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War of the Crown - Heir to the Crown: Book NineHow could it get any worse?
The war with Norland rages on while a malevolent force emerges, annihilating all as it advances. Left fighting for their very survival, Merceria commits everything they have to the northern battles, trusting that Weldwyn holds safe their western border. And then came the dragons… Join Anna and Gerald as they struggle to save the kingdom they have spent so many years building as the Heir to the Crown series continues in Book Nine, War of the Crown. New to the series? Meet Gerald Matheson, the steadfast warrior in Heir to the Crown: Book One, Servant of the Crown, available in eBook, Print & Audiobook. 
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Honour Thy Ancestors ~ Heir to the Crown: Book 8.5One hunter dares to defy tradition!
Driven from their ancestral home by the Humans, the Orcs are forced to eke out an existence until one hunter dares to defy tradition. They had one sacred rule. Never, under any circumstances, go into the mud hut! Unlike other young Orcs, Urgon sees it as a challenge, and he's prepared to risk everything to unlock its secrets. Shrouded in mystery, what's inside reveals a hidden past of his people, leading him to question all that he thought he knew. Urgon's father sacrificed himself for the future of the tribe—will he now do the same? Mercerian Tales: Honour Thy Ancestors delves into the rich history of the Orcs of the Black Arrow by following the rise to power of their greatest chieftain, Urgon. Although best read between books eight and nine of the Heir to the Crown series, this book can also be read as a stand-alone tale. Reach into the past to discover the future as you begin Honour Thy Ancestors today! New to the series? Meet Gerald Matheson, the steadfast warrior in Heir to the Crown: Book One, Servant of the Crown, available in eBook, Print & Audiobook. 
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Shadow of the Crown: AudiobookTreachery! Treason! Trolls!
Fooled into believing they are returning heroes, the entourage's royal welcome is cut short when they mysteriously collapse; all but Nikki, the one nobody trusted. Lady Nicole Arendale's past is shrouded in mystery, but it's slowly unravelling as secrets long buried are exposed, threatening everyone's future. Never one to rely on anyone's help, she has no choice but to return to her previous life if she has any hope of saving them. Set on a path she neither expected nor wanted, they are running for their lives, searching for a safe haven in the midst of the coming storm. She could simply slip into the night, but something keeps her with them, yearning for a glimmer of hope. Driven to see this adventure through to the end, she must now choose; her future or theirs? Shadow of the Crown is the fourth book in the Heir to the Crown fantasy series. If you like epic battle scenes, mythical races, and a captivating story, then you will love Paul J Bennett's tale of a rogue who turns the tables. Pick up your copy of Shadow of the Crown, and prepare for a day of reading! New to the series? Meet Gerald Matheson, the steadfast warrior in 'Heir to the Crown: Book One, Servant of the Crown', available in eBook & paperback
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Inferno, The Frozen Flame: Book FourIs nowhere safe?
Athgar and Natalia have everything they have ever dreamed of—family, friends, and a place to call home. When Athgar's long-lost sister unexpectedly walks into the village, he feels as if life is complete, but not everyone trusts her. Ebenstadt, abandoned by the Temple Knights after their defeat, now suffers under the control of a ruthless despot who uses thugs to enforce his will. To complicate matters even more, the neighbouring Kingdom of Novarsk is looking on with greedy eyes, eager to expand its borders. Left behind in the city, Stanislav is accosted by a trio of strangers intent on contacting his friends. He must quickly decide if these are agents of the family or if a new threat has emerged before he acts. With echoes of unrest reverberating throughout the region, it would only take a tiny spark to ignite a war. Can the flame be extinguished before it erupts into an inferno? Return to a land brimming with magic, strife, and secrets as Athgar and Natalia continue their adventures in Paul J Bennett's fourth installment of The Frozen Flame series, Inferno! New to the series? Get to know Athgar and Natalia in their origin stories, Into the Fire & The Awakening, then pick up Ashes to learn how they meet. Rebirth, betrayal, despair! Experience them all when you crack open your copy of Inferno!
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Warrior Knight ~ Power Ascending: Book TwoWin a tournament, find a wealthy patron, and be set for life—how hard can it be?
Desperate to escape the unending duty and responsibility of being a baron's son, Ludwig Altenburg seeks glory on the field of honour. He soon learns there's more to fighting than simple swordplay. When mere bravado is not enough, the only option left to him is to join a mercenary group, sharpening his skills through death and destruction. But with enemies lurking amongst friends, forging a new identity as a warrior is fraught with danger. As armies gather, the looming threat of conflict forces him to take up the mantle of leadership. Only then does he begin to understand the true cost of war. Will his willingness to sacrifice everything to save others be his downfall or his saving grace? Join Ludwig Altenburg on the field of battle in Warrior Knight, the heart-racing, thought-provoking second book of Paul J Bennett's Power Ascending series. Arm yourself with a copy of Warrior Knight and experience what it means to be truly noble
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The Beast of Brunhausen: A Chronicles of Cyric NovellaOn the eve of a full moon, no one is safe in the sleepy village of Brunhausen
When Brother Cyric finds himself travelling to the city, a chance encounter with a stranger leads him to discover a series of mysterious deaths. Duty-bound to investigate, he uncovers a web of deceit, revealing everybody's secrets, but only one will lead to murder. With a man already condemned, can he find the truth in time, or will deep-rooted superstition prove to be his undoing? Join Cyric as he races to determine if this is the work of some mythical beast, or simply the evil that lurks within the hearts of men in The Beast of Brunhausen, the third story in Paul J Bennett's Chronicles of Cyric series. Curious how Father Roland choose Cyric to become an investigator for the Brothers of Saint Mathew? Pick up Into the Maelstrom and read his prequel story today!
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Trove of Tomes 2.0Dragons. Elves. Curses. Blood Pacts and Orcs... and Plenty of Chosen Ones, too.
Get this jam-packed box filled with Epic & High Fantasy novels from ten masters of the genre and unlock portals to new worlds today for less than a dollar a piece! Table of Contents 1. “Servant of the Crown” by Paul J Bennett“ 2. "Rise and Fall of the Obsidian Grotto” by Christopher D. Schmitz 3. “The Tally Master” by J.M. Ney-Grimm 4. “Urchin’s Gambit” by Levi Jacobs 5. “To Earn the Sash” by Derrick Smythe 6. “Severance Lost” by J. Lloren Quill 7. “Apprentice Storm Mage” by Douglas Van Dyke Jr 8. “An Overture for the Odyssey” by Danny F. Santos 9. “The Kakos Realm: Grinden Proselyte” by Christopher D. Schmitz 10. “The Healing Glass” by Maria Herring 11. “The Eternal Agarthans” by Sherif Guirguis 
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Releases: October, 2021 
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Temple Captain ~ Power Ascending: Book ThreeShe's exactly where she's meant to be… now if she only knew why!
Charlaine gained a reputation for accomplishing the impossible after successfully repelling a sea-borne invasion. Now, newly promoted to Temple Captain, she travels to the northern coast of the Petty Kingdoms, where she discovers a threat to the very Church she holds so dear. And then there's Danica's new command… The saga of the Sisters of Saint Agnes continues in Temple Captain, Book Three of the Power Ascending series. Pre-order your copy today and be one of the first to journey along with Charlaine and Danica as their adventure continues. New to the series? Meet Charlaine and Ludwig in Tempered Steel, the series prequel, then crack open a copy of Temple Knight to learn how a leader is forged.
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Releases: December 2021 
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Maelstrom ~ The Frozen Flame: Book FiveEven as the long-lost Kingdom of Therengia rises from the ashes, a hidden key to Natalia's past forces her to return to where it all began—the Volstrum.
Forced to do the family's bidding, Natalia must face a test of wills, while Athgar struggles just to survive. When those she thought forever lost reappear, she sees a way out, but only if she can decipher her grandmother's legacy. Can she save Athgar, or will the family destroy them all? Athgar, Natalia, the Orcs, and many others return in Maelstrom, Paul J Bennett's fifth installment of The Frozen Flames series. Pre-order your copy today and be amongst the first to discover how the family controls Natalia. New to the series? Get to know Athgar and Natalia in their origin stories, Into the Fire & The Awakening, then pick up Ashes to learn how they meet.
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Triumph of the Crown, Heir to the Crown: Book TenWeldwyn has fallen, and with it, any hope of peace.
The army of Merceria, beaten and bruised, returns home only to learn of the fall of Weldwyn. And, as if that wasn't bad enough, the Dark Queen has unleashed the greatest of all threats—dragons. Even as the army regroups, opposition at home grows. Soon, it becomes apparent enemy soldiers are not the only danger they must face. Outnumbered and overwhelmed, even all their cunning and experience may not be enough to vanquish the darkness that threatens to engulf the land. Discover what's in store for the denizens of the Four Kingdoms as Paul J Bennett's Heir to the Crown series continues in book ten, Triumph of the Crown. New to the series? Meet Gerald Matheson, the steadfast warrior in Servant of the Crown, Heir to the Crown: Book One, available in eBook, Audiobook, and Paperback.
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