Location: United States
Member Since: Aug. 03, 2009
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Carolyn Kephart


Biography

Early life as a military brat gave Carolyn Kephart an appreciation of nomadic lifestyles, a combined wariness of and respect for authority, and close-up insights into the warrior mentality and its manifestations, all of which influence her work to a very discernible degree. Later on she earned a doctorate in English literature at Penn State. She's an eternal learner and constant explorer, and loves things that nourish the spirit and widen the mind.

Kephart's publications are also available for the Amazon Kindle, the Barnes and Noble Nook, and the iPad.

Where to find Carolyn Kephart online

Website: http://carolynkephart.com
Facebook: Facebook profile
Blog: http://carolynkephart.blogspot.com/

Where to buy in print

http://www.amazon.com/Carolyn-Kephart/e/B001K8HQSU

Books

Queen of Time    by Carolyn Kephart
Price: $2.99 USD. 81440 words. Published on August 31, 2011. Fiction.
Professor Lucasta Hilary finds her lackluster routine in Midwest academia turned upside down by seeming quirks of fate that bring her beauty and fame. However, her good fortune turns out to be far from heaven sent, as two eternal adversaries seek to alter her destiny om a struggle that spans eons. Temptation, damnation and redemption are inextricably entwined...for the Queen of Time.
Last Laughter    by Carolyn Kephart
Price: Free! 3520 words. Published on September 22, 2010. Fiction.
(4.00 from 1 review)
A cautionary tale about a wicked court jester and his comeuppance, first published in Silver Blade Quarterly. Carolyn Kephart is the author of the acclaimed epic fantasy 'The Ryel Saga,' the contemporary magic realism novel 'Queen of Time,' and 'PenTangle: Five Pointed Fables,' available at Smashwords and other online bookstores.
Everafter Acres    by Carolyn Kephart
Price: Free! 5180 words. Published on September 12, 2010. Fiction.
Happily Ever After isn’t always perfect, but dark knights can be illuminating. A wryly humorous fall-themed fairy tale, first published in Luna Station Quarterly. Carolyn Kephart is the author of the acclaimed epic fantasy 'The Ryel Saga,' the contemporary magic realism novel 'Queen of Time,' and 'PenTangle: Five Pointed Fables,' available at Smashwords and other online bookstores.
The Heart's Desire    by Carolyn Kephart
Price: Free! 4220 words. Published on September 5, 2010. Fiction.
A government scryer's life is a prison until she and her bodyguard discover the ultimate secret language. Poignant near-future science fiction. Carolyn Kephart is the author of the acclaimed epic fantasy 'The Ryel Saga,' the contemporary magic realism novel 'Queen of Time,' and 'PenTangle: Five Pointed Fables,' available at Smashwords and other online bookstores.
The Kind Gods    by Carolyn Kephart
Price: Free! 2010 words. Published on March 6, 2010. Fiction.
(5.00 from 3 reviews)
Did the old gods really die? A warrior seeks answers at the burial-mound of his greatest enemy. An autumnal Norse-themed elegy, first published in Bewildering Stories. Carolyn Kephart is the author of the acclaimed epic fantasy 'The Ryel Saga,' the contemporary magic realism novel 'Queen of Time,' and 'PenTangle: Five Pointed Fables,' available at Smashwords and other online bookstores.
The Ryel Saga: A Tale of Love and Magic    by Carolyn Kephart
Price: $2.99 USD. 228410 words. Published on January 19, 2010. Fiction.
(4.00 from 1 review)
Ryel Mirai seeks to rediscover the spell that will release his mentor from the wraithworld of the Void, but a malignant sorcerer likewise imprisoned has enlisted the aid of Ryel's strongest rival to find the spell first. This special 'director's cut' edition combines the critically acclaimed duology WYSARD and LORD BROTHER and adds a wealth of bonus material.
Regenerated    by Carolyn Kephart
Price: Free! 3900 words. Published on August 3, 2009. Fiction.
0.5 star(4.50 from 2 reviews)
Cela had always hoped she'd find Jorgen again someday...but was this really Jorgen? A tenderly bitter tale of love and giant lizards, first published in Quantum Muse. Carolyn Kephart is the author of the acclaimed epic fantasy 'The Ryel Saga,' the contemporary magic realism novel 'Queen of Time,' and 'PenTangle: Five Pointed Fables,' available at Smashwords and other online bookstores.

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