A Woman of the Sword
by M P Ericson
Price: $6.99 USD. 82740 words.
Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 15, 2012. Fiction.
Gorauen has trained for years to be a champion swordfighter like her mother. But when their people rise in armed rebellion, Gorauen faces a choice: to stay safe within the pleasant confines of the life she has always known, or assume command and accept the harsh code of the blade. Heroic fantasy novel.
Member Since: July 06, 2011
M P Ericson
Biography
M P Ericson lives on the edge of a moor in Yorkshire, England, with an assortment of spiders and mice.
Where to find M P Ericson online
Website: http://mpericson.com/
Books
Unwelcome Guest
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2250 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on October 2, 2011. Fiction.
When Mrs Wren finds a belligerent flower fairy living among her prized roses, her first impulse is to snip him out of her life. But fairies know how to make mortals do their bidding. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2250 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on October 2, 2011. Fiction.
When Mrs Wren finds a belligerent flower fairy living among her prized roses, her first impulse is to snip him out of her life. But fairies know how to make mortals do their bidding. Fantasy short story.
Whispers from a Vanished Ocean
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 3010 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on September 21, 2011. Fiction.
The lone surviving creature from a vanished ocean gathers the souls of its long-dead denizens and brings them to a new home. But once there, can she escape? Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 3010 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on September 21, 2011. Fiction.
The lone surviving creature from a vanished ocean gathers the souls of its long-dead denizens and brings them to a new home. But once there, can she escape? Fantasy short story.
Water Magic - Volume 1
by M P Ericson
Price: $3.99 USD. 9750 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on September 19, 2011. Fiction.
Six fantasy short stories about water magic. Contains "Ashes to Ashes", "Mutiny on the Island", "The Sea Dragon King's Daughter", "Greenmire", "Estranging Sea", and "Moon on Bronze".
Price: $3.99 USD. 9750 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on September 19, 2011. Fiction.
Six fantasy short stories about water magic. Contains "Ashes to Ashes", "Mutiny on the Island", "The Sea Dragon King's Daughter", "Greenmire", "Estranging Sea", and "Moon on Bronze".
Rule by the Sword
by M P Ericson
Price: $4.99 USD. 39170 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on July 18, 2011. Fiction.
Sword-champion to the lord of the northern mountains, Argel has created a new home and purpose for herself. But when he sends her south again, she must face the devastation of her past - and confront Cadarn, once her friend and then her enemy, and now...something more. Heroic fantasy novel.
Price: $4.99 USD. 39170 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on July 18, 2011. Fiction.
Sword-champion to the lord of the northern mountains, Argel has created a new home and purpose for herself. But when he sends her south again, she must face the devastation of her past - and confront Cadarn, once her friend and then her enemy, and now...something more. Heroic fantasy novel.
Moon on Bronze
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2290 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on June 13, 2011. Fiction.
When the moon returns to power, she calls on the water of the sacred well to rise up and drown the forest. Only the bronze guardian of the well can prevent the destruction of all living things. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2290 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on June 13, 2011. Fiction.
When the moon returns to power, she calls on the water of the sacred well to rise up and drown the forest. Only the bronze guardian of the well can prevent the destruction of all living things. Fantasy short story.
The Woodcutter's Wife
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 3260 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on June 4, 2011. Fiction.
The woodcutter's wife is so eager for a child that she asks the elf queen for help. But elves are tricky creatures, and a mortal woman can be drawn too deep into their games. Luckily, the woodcutter has a secret weapon. Short story of fairytale humour.
Price: $0.99 USD. 3260 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on June 4, 2011. Fiction.
The woodcutter's wife is so eager for a child that she asks the elf queen for help. But elves are tricky creatures, and a mortal woman can be drawn too deep into their games. Luckily, the woodcutter has a secret weapon. Short story of fairytale humour.
Peach Tree Boy
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2720 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on May 25, 2011. Fiction.
When a dropped peach cracks open to reveal a young boy, the elderly couple who find him aren't sure what to do. But Momo stays with them, and is a son to them, until one day he leaves to slay demons. Short story retelling of the classic Japanese fairy tale of Momo Taro the Peach Boy.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2720 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on May 25, 2011. Fiction.
When a dropped peach cracks open to reveal a young boy, the elderly couple who find him aren't sure what to do. But Momo stays with them, and is a son to them, until one day he leaves to slay demons. Short story retelling of the classic Japanese fairy tale of Momo Taro the Peach Boy.
Token of Allegiance
by M P Ericson
Price: $4.99 USD. 35830 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on May 25, 2011. Fiction.
Cadarn, former adventurer and now a King's Man, hunts down bandit gangs hiding in the mountains - and confronts Argel, the ruthless swordswoman who was once his friend but now leads an armed rebellion against the king. Heroic fantasy novel.
Price: $4.99 USD. 35830 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on May 25, 2011. Fiction.
Cadarn, former adventurer and now a King's Man, hunts down bandit gangs hiding in the mountains - and confronts Argel, the ruthless swordswoman who was once his friend but now leads an armed rebellion against the king. Heroic fantasy novel.
A Mother's Bones
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 4350 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on April 17, 2011. Fiction.
A young woman captured by a demon must get herself and her son to safety. Short story retelling of the traditional Masai tale of Konyek.
Price: $0.99 USD. 4350 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on April 17, 2011. Fiction.
A young woman captured by a demon must get herself and her son to safety. Short story retelling of the traditional Masai tale of Konyek.
Hidden Blade
by M P Ericson
Price: $4.99 USD. 41300 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on April 15, 2011. Fiction.
Cadarn, a professional swordsman, runs security escorts for merchants who travel through bandit country. When he hires Argel, an enigmatic swordswoman, he gets tangled up with an armed rebellion organised by her kin. Now he must choose between loyalty to his own people and passion for the fierce woman he's fallen in love with. Heroic fantasy novel.
Price: $4.99 USD. 41300 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on April 15, 2011. Fiction.
Cadarn, a professional swordsman, runs security escorts for merchants who travel through bandit country. When he hires Argel, an enigmatic swordswoman, he gets tangled up with an armed rebellion organised by her kin. Now he must choose between loyalty to his own people and passion for the fierce woman he's fallen in love with. Heroic fantasy novel.
Dami's Calling
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2680 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 27, 2011. Fiction.
Dami's mother is dying, and the tribe's shaman has exhausted all her powers to try and save her. So Dami goes to the Great Eagle to offer her own life instead. But when the Eagle refuses, Dami must find some other way to save the two women she loves most. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2680 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 27, 2011. Fiction.
Dami's mother is dying, and the tribe's shaman has exhausted all her powers to try and save her. So Dami goes to the Great Eagle to offer her own life instead. But when the Eagle refuses, Dami must find some other way to save the two women she loves most. Fantasy short story.
Battlehawk
by M P Ericson
Price: $4.99 USD. 47040 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 26, 2011. Fiction.
Galchai and Hauel are separated as boys, to be raised as swordsmen and fight in the rebellion against an army of occupation. When they reunite years later, the brothers must overcome their rivalry and lead their own army to victory - or else their people will never be free. Heroic fantasy novel.
Price: $4.99 USD. 47040 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 26, 2011. Fiction.
Galchai and Hauel are separated as boys, to be raised as swordsmen and fight in the rebellion against an army of occupation. When they reunite years later, the brothers must overcome their rivalry and lead their own army to victory - or else their people will never be free. Heroic fantasy novel.
Slippery Fish
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 3390 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 24, 2011. Fiction.
A cracksman steals things - he doesn't put them back. But at Faith's insistence, Jonathan risks his neck to drop a magical hellfish into a household guarded by spectral hounds. Fantasy adventure short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 3390 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 24, 2011. Fiction.
A cracksman steals things - he doesn't put them back. But at Faith's insistence, Jonathan risks his neck to drop a magical hellfish into a household guarded by spectral hounds. Fantasy adventure short story.
Flight of Bones
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 1990 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 23, 2011. Fiction.
When workmen dig up the bones of her murdered people, survivor Nizhoni finds a way to set them - and herself - free. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 1990 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 23, 2011. Fiction.
When workmen dig up the bones of her murdered people, survivor Nizhoni finds a way to set them - and herself - free. Fantasy short story.
Vengeance
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2690 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 18, 2011. Fiction.
A demonic spirit trapped in a deep dungeon faces a young adventurer - and remembers who he once was. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2690 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 18, 2011. Fiction.
A demonic spirit trapped in a deep dungeon faces a young adventurer - and remembers who he once was. Fantasy short story.
Mutiny on the Island
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 10, 2011. Fiction.
The Festival of Fecundity is approaching, and this year the villagers want their share. But how can they make the chief believe it's his own idea? A short story of fantasy humour.
Price: $0.99 USD. 880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 10, 2011. Fiction.
The Festival of Fecundity is approaching, and this year the villagers want their share. But how can they make the chief believe it's his own idea? A short story of fantasy humour.
In the Halls of Arundhati
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 4980 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 10, 2011. Fiction.
Nisha is an ice-diver, who must visit the frozen halls of Arundhati and bring back the magic that sustains her own garden country. But deep under the ice, she loses her way -- and risks her life to save that of her closest friend. Short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 4980 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 10, 2011. Fiction.
Nisha is an ice-diver, who must visit the frozen halls of Arundhati and bring back the magic that sustains her own garden country. But deep under the ice, she loses her way -- and risks her life to save that of her closest friend. Short story.
Hero's End
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 3370 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 10, 2011. Fiction.
Varg, adventurer and professional dragonslayer, makes the mistake of a lifetime when he attempts to rescue a captive lady. A short story of fantasy humour.
Price: $0.99 USD. 3370 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 10, 2011. Fiction.
Varg, adventurer and professional dragonslayer, makes the mistake of a lifetime when he attempts to rescue a captive lady. A short story of fantasy humour.
Afterbirth
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 9, 2011. Fiction.
A soul trapped in the cycle of death and rebirth struggles to gain the one final insight that will set it free. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 9, 2011. Fiction.
A soul trapped in the cycle of death and rebirth struggles to gain the one final insight that will set it free. Fantasy short story.
Root and Stone
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 1880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 9, 2011. Fiction.
When a mysterious stranger arrives at Stenahus, the widow Solveig must choose between sudden passion and the life she has always known. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 1880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 9, 2011. Fiction.
When a mysterious stranger arrives at Stenahus, the widow Solveig must choose between sudden passion and the life she has always known. Fantasy short story.
Lost Soul
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 3910 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 2, 2011. Fiction.
Rajiv's wife is dead, and he wants her back. But the pandit asks a price that may be too high for him to bear. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 3910 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 2, 2011. Fiction.
Rajiv's wife is dead, and he wants her back. But the pandit asks a price that may be too high for him to bear. Fantasy short story.
Vidar's Horse
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2060 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 2, 2011. Fiction.
When the Norse god Vidar rides to battle at Ragnarok, he needs a horse to bear him into mortal danger and away again. But what can he offer the horse in exchange? Short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2060 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on March 2, 2011. Fiction.
When the Norse god Vidar rides to battle at Ragnarok, he needs a horse to bear him into mortal danger and away again. But what can he offer the horse in exchange? Short story.
Greenmire
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 590 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 21, 2011. Fiction.
A tranquil forest pool may be more ancient - and more sinister - than you imagine. Short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 590 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 21, 2011. Fiction.
A tranquil forest pool may be more ancient - and more sinister - than you imagine. Short story.
The Jonathan Kaye Adventures 1-3
by M P Ericson
Price: $3.99 USD. 14380 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 19, 2011. Fiction.
The first three fantasy short story adventures of Jonathan Kaye - cracksman, cut-throat, and occasional hero. Contains "Trouble with Trinkets", "A Matter of Pearls", and "For Friendship's Sake".
Price: $3.99 USD. 14380 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 19, 2011. Fiction.
The first three fantasy short story adventures of Jonathan Kaye - cracksman, cut-throat, and occasional hero. Contains "Trouble with Trinkets", "A Matter of Pearls", and "For Friendship's Sake".
A Spear against the Sky
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 3880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 18, 2011. Fiction.
What if Cartimandua, queen of the Brigantes and a powerful force in Roman-occupied Britain, had been Boudica's lover and joined her rebellion against Roman rule? Alternate history short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 3880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 18, 2011. Fiction.
What if Cartimandua, queen of the Brigantes and a powerful force in Roman-occupied Britain, had been Boudica's lover and joined her rebellion against Roman rule? Alternate history short story.
Estranging Sea
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 3260 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 18, 2011. Fiction.
When Fire Islanders attack her city, a Seaborn queen must use sea magic to defeat them - and prove to the captain of the palace guard that she will not abandon her to die. Fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 3260 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 18, 2011. Fiction.
When Fire Islanders attack her city, a Seaborn queen must use sea magic to defeat them - and prove to the captain of the palace guard that she will not abandon her to die. Fantasy short story.
For Friendship's Sake
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 6190 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 15, 2011. Fiction.
On the run from thugs and spectral beasts after his last hit, Jonathan must find a place to hide - unless he agrees to do a risky little job for his magician friend, Faith. Fantasy adventure short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 6190 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 15, 2011. Fiction.
On the run from thugs and spectral beasts after his last hit, Jonathan must find a place to hide - unless he agrees to do a risky little job for his magician friend, Faith. Fantasy adventure short story.
Links in a Chain
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 7370 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 15, 2011. Fiction.
Bychan, former thief and street urchin, now has the care of Trent, another rescued child. But reforming Trent proves tougher than he expected, and Bychan must face up to his own past first. Fantasy adventure short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 7370 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 15, 2011. Fiction.
Bychan, former thief and street urchin, now has the care of Trent, another rescued child. But reforming Trent proves tougher than he expected, and Bychan must face up to his own past first. Fantasy adventure short story.
First Offence
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 5810 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 14, 2011. Fiction.
Bychan, a street urchin, makes a slim living stealing purses along with his partner Del. But when they target a King's Man, they land themselves in worse trouble than they can imagine. Fantasy adventure short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 5810 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 14, 2011. Fiction.
Bychan, a street urchin, makes a slim living stealing purses along with his partner Del. But when they target a King's Man, they land themselves in worse trouble than they can imagine. Fantasy adventure short story.
The Sea Dragon King's Daughter
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2640 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 10, 2011. Fiction.
Urashima is a dutiful son who respects the wishes of his parents. But when he nets a strange and beautiful woman from the sea, passion wins out over duty. A short story retelling of the classic Japanese fairy tale of Urashima Taro and the Turtle.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2640 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 10, 2011. Fiction.
Urashima is a dutiful son who respects the wishes of his parents. But when he nets a strange and beautiful woman from the sea, passion wins out over duty. A short story retelling of the classic Japanese fairy tale of Urashima Taro and the Turtle.
Blood Debt
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 11270 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 8, 2011. Fiction.
When Drysi's father is killed in single combat, she swears revenge on the swordswoman who bested him. But defeating a champion fighter is no easy task - and the more Drysi learns about her opponent, the less she wants her to die. Heroic fantasy short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 11270 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 8, 2011. Fiction.
When Drysi's father is killed in single combat, she swears revenge on the swordswoman who bested him. But defeating a champion fighter is no easy task - and the more Drysi learns about her opponent, the less she wants her to die. Heroic fantasy short story.
Royal Favour
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 7880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 4, 2011. Fiction.
When palace guard Ahur forces him into a daring raid, young jewel thief Feroz must risk the fury of the new queen - or the revenge of the old... Fantasy adventure short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 7880 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 4, 2011. Fiction.
When palace guard Ahur forces him into a daring raid, young jewel thief Feroz must risk the fury of the new queen - or the revenge of the old... Fantasy adventure short story.
Wind through the Grass
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 9140 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 3, 2011. Fiction.
Armen, a nomad warrior, swears to destroy the settlers who conquered his ancestral land. Metis, a sorceress, is determined to defend her city against the marauders. When the two of them meet, only one can survive. Epic fantasy short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 9140 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on February 3, 2011. Fiction.
Armen, a nomad warrior, swears to destroy the settlers who conquered his ancestral land. Metis, a sorceress, is determined to defend her city against the marauders. When the two of them meet, only one can survive. Epic fantasy short story.
A Matter of Pearls
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 4690 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 21, 2011. Fiction.
Jonathan steals a valuable pearl necklace, but he reckons without guardian hounds and his magician friend, Faith. Fantasy adventure short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 4690 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 21, 2011. Fiction.
Jonathan steals a valuable pearl necklace, but he reckons without guardian hounds and his magician friend, Faith. Fantasy adventure short story.
Where Evil Soaks the Soil
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2410 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 18, 2011. Fiction.
A soldier encounters a magical shrine which forces him to acknowledge the atrocities he has committed - and to pay the price. Dark fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2410 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 18, 2011. Fiction.
A soldier encounters a magical shrine which forces him to acknowledge the atrocities he has committed - and to pay the price. Dark fantasy short story.
Ashes to Ashes
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 2100 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 18, 2011. Fiction.
(4.00 from 2 reviews)
A young woman sacrifices her greatest love to bring rain to her tribe. This fantasy short story was shortlisted for the literary Glass Woman Prize.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2100 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 18, 2011. Fiction.
(4.00 from 2 reviews) A young woman sacrifices her greatest love to bring rain to her tribe. This fantasy short story was shortlisted for the literary Glass Woman Prize.
The Prince and the Crows
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 4740 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 14, 2011. Fiction.
When a fair princess goes missing, her brothers fight to avoid being the one sent to look for her. A short story of fairytale humour.
Price: $1.99 USD. 4740 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 14, 2011. Fiction.
When a fair princess goes missing, her brothers fight to avoid being the one sent to look for her. A short story of fairytale humour.
Trouble with Trinkets
by M P Ericson
Price: $1.99 USD. 4790 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 12, 2011. Fiction.
When Jonathan steals a valuable trinket-box, its magical alarm sets a pack of vicious spectral hounds on him. He's forced to hide in the home of his sorceress friend Faith, who might be less dangerous...or maybe not. Fantasy adventure short story.
Price: $1.99 USD. 4790 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 12, 2011. Fiction.
When Jonathan steals a valuable trinket-box, its magical alarm sets a pack of vicious spectral hounds on him. He's forced to hide in the home of his sorceress friend Faith, who might be less dangerous...or maybe not. Fantasy adventure short story.
Lovers Sleeping
by M P Ericson
Price: $0.99 USD. 1610 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 7, 2011. Fiction.
A faithful sword will never betray its owner - except once, perhaps, for love. Heroic fantasy short story.
Price: $0.99 USD. 1610 words. Published by Byrnie Publishing on January 7, 2011. Fiction.
A faithful sword will never betray its owner - except once, perhaps, for love. Heroic fantasy short story.
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