Notable Self-Published Fiction Books
Discover the best notable self-published fiction books! Explore a curated list of top indie novels and hidden gems from talented independent authors.
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The Saga of Beowulf
by R. Scot Johns
"The Saga of Beowulf" is the first complete novelization of the epic 10th century Old English poem "Beowulf." Based on ten years of research utilizing numerous historical sources, R. Scot Johns' riveting adaptation is "breathtaking in scope and relentless in pace," chronicling the tragic wars of the rising Nordic nations, the endless blood-feuds of their clans, battles with mythic creatures in an ancient heroic age, and the final, futile struggle of one man against the will of Fate that made of him a legend.
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Cluck
by Eric D. Knapp
IRREFUTABLE FACTS ABOUT CHICKENS: Chickens are dirty. Chickens are loud.Chickens are stupid.When ancient and mysterious forces trap the souls of an entire flock of barnyard fowl between life and death, Bobby Garfundephelt has to agree. Trapped inside the myriad rooms of a labyrinthian farm, it's all he can do to avoid the twisted traps of the evil Rooster and his army of undead hens. Luckily for Bobby, the rumors of the ghostly guineas have reached the ears of the current Exorciste de Volaille. Armed only with a fox-headed staff, some heavy boots, and a utility belt full of cracked corn and Band-Aids, he must enter the henhouse of horrors to save Bobby, and to do battle with the Rooster himself!For the lover of comedy with a twist, Cluck: Murder Most Fowl is a veritable Indian burn of mystery, adventure, horror, and humor from Eric D. Knapp, the award-winning author of Out of Place, Out of Time.
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A Rumor of Dragons
by Michael Heald
In its prison in the heart of Ganus, the last of the great dragons exults in its impending release that will shatter the world.Meanwhile, Marc Courtenay swallows his anger as his friends laugh at him behind his back and his father uses him as a pawn in games of political intrigue. After all, what good is a prince born without hands? Better to simply enjoy life's pleasures!But when the kingdom falls to the traitor Balbereth and his wizards, Marc is plunged into a world he has never known - where myths come alive, legends kill, and a rumor about the return of the great dragons will decide the fate of all. As he flees for his life, Marc is aided by a minor wizard, a disgraced empath, and a dwarf dragon who cannot fly, and he discovers that even a handless prince can change the course of history. However, he must first learn to entrust his life to those he comes to love and discover the courage to act when all hope seems lost before he can confront the growing menace that threatens to rip Ganus apart.