Daniel Arenson
"Firefly Island, a fantasy novel by Daniel Arenson"

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FIREFLY ISLAND

The new epic fantasy novel from Thomson Gale Publishing

"I thought Firefly Island was a very promising debut for Arenson. As a self-contained story of only 347 pages, it is an especially good choice if you like fantasy but don’t want to become committed to reading a long series or one of the 900-page tomes that are so common in fantasy nowadays. It is also, despite some fairly grim aspects, generally more upbeat in tone than many other modern writers of medieval fantasy, which is nice if you enjoy the genre but want a break from the darker, more downbeat worlds of fantasy authors like Glen Cook, George Martin, or Steven Erikson. I would highly recommend this book for fantasy fans, and look forward to seeing how Daniel Arenson develops."
-- FantasyBookSpot.com

"The author... brings a crispness and directness to his storytelling that propels his novel to its inevitable, though at times unexpected, conclusion. Intriguing characterizations of both heroes and villains make this a good choice for most fantasy collections."
-- Library Journal

"The violent and gory world Arenson has created is filled with interesting details and cultures... he is an author to watch."
-- Booklist

"Superb... a fascinating and enthralling story."
-- Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 rated reviewer

"Daniel Arenson has an amazing gift of bringing his characters off the pages. I would highly recommend the book to anyone. This is the most excited I have ever been about a science fiction/fantasy book."
-- ReaderViews.com



A cruel king, his flesh made of stone, tyrannizes the enchanted Firefly Island. No sword or arrow can harm him. Aeolia, a servant girl, can magically share feelings and senses... even pain. Only she, by hurting herself, can hurt the mad monarch. But can she save the island from his grasp?

Firefly Island
a fantasy novel by Daniel Arenson
Five Star (Thomson Gale), ISBN 9781594146015

Order your copy at Amazon.com!

Also available at Borders, Barnes and Noble, and more.

"Fans of gentler fantasy will welcome Arenson's novel."
-- Publishers Weekly

"Firefly Island is a MUST READ!"
-- Uwe Jarling, fantasy artist

"It's a great storyline, lots of interesting characters and flows well. Good job!"
-- Jon Baxley, author of The Blackgloom Bounty

Available at Amazon.com.

Click HERE to read chapter one for FREE!

To learn all about the book, visit www.DanielArenson.com.

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Malvasya





Apr 9 2008 7:50 AM

Thank you very much for the add...and the invite for the blog .
Cheers
Saby
Joanne Sundell





Apr 9 2008 3:25 AM

I've got bragging rights now, as one of Daniel's "friends!" Thanks for including me.

Joanne Sundell
The Parlor House Daughter, 12/08
Meggie's Remains, 7/09
TONY





Apr 7 2008 1:13 AM

Just checking in on you. How have you been? Hope you have a happy April.
joseph





Mar 4 2008 1:04 AM

thanks for the add!
Karin





Mar 1 2008 10:53 AM

There, d00de, you're back!
Eden Rivers





Feb 24 2008 9:04 PM

Love the cover for Firefly Island--very dramatic!
TONY





Jan 1 2008 12:11 PM

Just wanted to wish you a Happy New Year. I hope your 2008 is bright enough to chase away any darkness that troubles you.

www.tonycowger.com/index
Josh





Dec 10 2007 5:13 AM

Thanks for the add! Can't wait to check out your book. :)
Universe Pathways Magazine





Dec 9 2007 5:17 PM

If you want you can send us your book to write a review for the magazine. Or you can send us a small story to publish in our magazine. We love epic fantasy and we want to support all the new authors.
Daisy Dexter Dobbs





Nov 24 2007 4:33 PM

Thanks so much for adding me to your friends list, Daniel. Best wishes for a happy, laugh-filled week!

--Daisy
Miranda





Nov 17 2007 4:49 AM

Just dropping a note to a fellow author. Have a groooooovy weekend.
TONY





Nov 13 2007 3:45 PM

Just wanted to drop by and thank you for being my friend. Have a great rest of the week.
Detective





Oct 31 2007 10:25 PM

Just finished this captivating book (Firefly Island). Congrats! Most enjoyable.
Harry Shannon





Oct 29 2007 1:44 PM

That's good news, wonder how they got all the way up there? All the best.
TONY





Oct 29 2007 1:15 AM

Hey there, sorry it’s been so long. Just wanted to check in and see how you’re month has been. Have a happy and safe Halloween.


www.tonycowger.com/chapter.html
Shari





Oct 28 2007 1:25 AM

Have a Happy Halloween!!
R&B Pratcher Official Myspace Authors Book Page





Oct 12 2007 9:51 PM

Hi Daniel, thanks for extenting your friendship to our new site! Have a great weekend,
R&B
Mandy and Dee @ R and R Reviews





Oct 9 2007 1:35 AM

Hi Daniel! Thanks for being our friend! Firefly Island sounds phenomenal, congrats on the great reviews! Best of luck!
~Mandy
Rogues and Romance Reviews
Gabriel's Wings ~





Oct 8 2007 1:03 AM

ur account has been hacked--i deleted the comercial ad that was put on my page
:)
Karin





Oct 5 2007 8:56 PM

my brain hurts.
TONY





Sep 23 2007 9:04 PM

Just stopping by to say hi and see how things are going. How was your week? Good, I hope.
Shari





Sep 22 2007 6:32 PM

Hi Daniel,

Just dropping by to say hello!

Shari
molly





Sep 15 2007 2:35 AM

Hey, thanks for the 'heads-up' on the read! I'm gonna check on a few things then I'm heading that way.

See ya later.
Cat Lady of the Lake





Sep 15 2007 12:41 AM

Dear Daniel!
Pleased to meet you!
I will read the first chapter as soon as I can !:)
Have a wonderful weekend!
Hugs
Heloiza :)
Sayde Davis





Sep 6 2007 4:54 PM

thx for the ad Daniel:)
~Sayde Davis
TONY





Sep 4 2007 7:56 PM

Hey, how was your Labor Day weekend? Good, I trust. Hope everything else is going well. Have a great month.

www.tonycowger.com/chapter.html
trinitys child





Aug 28 2007 9:39 PM

thanx for your comments :)
TONY





Aug 27 2007 8:54 PM

Hey there. I wanted to stop and thank you for your friendship and wish you a week full of success.



www.tonycowger.com/bookinfo.html
J.P. Farris





Aug 25 2007 8:01 PM

Thank-you, my friend, for the add! I haven't had a chance to read it yet, but I'm on my way to now!

Write on!

J.P.
Anthony Brooks Fellows™





Aug 25 2007 7:57 PM

Thanks for accepting my request, Daniel. Take care, and welcome to the Eternal Empire.;)
Ana





Aug 20 2007 11:06 PM

Thanks for the add/invite...glossing over your page, very interesting what you have going on...
Don Rumsfeld & Dick Cheney In Hell





Aug 19 2007 11:28 PM

Thanks Daniel for your friendship and support. I think you might also be interested in checking out Fred Stopsky, the author of Don Rumsfeld & Dick Cheney In Hell, as well as his political blog, TheImpudentObserver.com, which focuses on a wide variety of open-minded topics from around the world.

Sincerely,
David @ Don & Dick In Hell

P.S. I'll definitely check out Firefly Island's first chapter. Sounds very interesting. Keep up the great work!
TONY





Aug 17 2007 8:26 PM

Just wanted to wish you a great weekend. Enjoy.



www.tonycowger.com/bookinfo.html
Maggie





Aug 15 2007 11:23 PM

Hi Daniel,

Congratulations on your release today!

Best wishes, fellow Five Star author Maggie Toussaint
Plot.Writer





Aug 13 2007 5:03 AM

Thanks for the add. Look forward to your book! I hope to offer you the same, soon!




~sully
Nana's Lil Hunter





Aug 12 2007 6:49 PM

Thanks for acceptting my request... I'm ALWAYS looking for a new author to read.
I'll check out your first chapter and let you know what I think.

Have a Great Day!!
TONY





Aug 7 2007 7:55 PM

Happy Tuesday! Hope your week is one of abundance for you.
Sylvia





Aug 3 2007 12:49 PM

Hey there - hope you are doing well. I haven't been online much lately, but I'm still alive and kicking.
Diane Fanning, Crime Writer





Aug 3 2007 12:15 AM

I'll check out the first chapter on your website this weekend. You can read the first chapter of BITE THE MOON, my mystery novel on my website, too, www.dianefanning.com. You'll also find the first chapters of three of my true crime books there.
R. & B.Pratcher Official MySpace Page





Aug 1 2007 3:27 AM

Hi Daniel, thanks for stopping by and offering the link to your web site. We did indeed read your first chapter (and the prologue). It does sound like a really great novel, no doubt!
Our best wishes to your continued success!
If you have time, feel free to check our the excerpt of our newest novel:

The Conspiracy The Black Sheep Squadron Strikes Back



Have a good night and a great week!
R&B
Bei Bei