E. Patrick Dorris

In my forty something years I have generated a very broad set of experiences and interests, but through it all, I have always read. It seems that at times it is harder to find books that enthrall me, although admittedly I am behind on my reading, so I decided to start writing the kind of stories I'd want to read.

I have always had stories in my head, they intrude at the strangest times. At some point, I discovered that when I took the time to write them down, more stories kept pouring out. There are so many ideas I have, it seems like there won't be enough time to get to them all. I'm starting with one story, in one particular style. But other stories, in different styles are coming. Stay tuned.

My goal in writing is above all to entertain.

Thank you in advance for giving me that opportunity.

Blog: http://epdorrisworlds.blogspot.com/

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A. S. Warwick
Latest book: Legion of the Sands & Nights of Fire. Published on September 17, 2011.
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Alan Baxter
Latest book: Write The Fight Right. Published on April 4, 2011. (4.75 from 4 reviews)
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Alison Lanier
Latest book: One Winter's War. Published on October 10, 2010.
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Diane Duane
Latest book: The Tale of the Five Omnibus. Published on September 27, 2010. (5.00 from 2 reviews)
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Randolph Lalonde
Latest book: Spinward Fringe Broadcast 6: Fragments. Published on July 19, 2010. (4.78 from 41 reviews)
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• Kept (Blood Lust, novella 1) on Dec. 12, 2008
  
  I don't know why no one has reviewed this before. I don't read romances or paranormal stuff in general, but the author has such a crisp, descriptive style that I was drawn right into the story. You don't know me, but my friends say I'm a picky reader. I put books back on the shelf in the bookstore all the time because either they failed to grab my attention, or they were so poorly written that they couldn't keep it. Give this book a read, you won't regret it.
  
• Tristan of Dintagell (First of Two) on Jan. 05, 2009
  
  This is the kind of book I have been looking for since I joined, an articulate, well written yet entertaining novel. 50% was available for free perusing, but Leah's style of writing meshed so well with the way I read that I knew within the first several pages that I would enjoy the book. My only gripe is that she posted the appendix for free. Now I'll have to go read that before finishing her two parts of this novel so that I may have a slight chance at pronouncing the Celtic words right, in my head at least. Thank you for posting your book here for me to find.
  
• Sweet as Honey - Romance Short Story on May 21, 2009
  
  Interesting short. The dialog was smoothly written except for a few minor typos. Kept me reading, and with just enough detail around the characters to paint a good picture. A bit of a pat ending, but worth a read.
  
• 101 Degrees Fahrenheit on July 20, 2009
  
  I usually don't read this kind of story, but I had to see what the single most downloaded piece of fiction at Smashwords was all about. A captivating read.
  
• The Cahuac Cycle on July 24, 2009
  
  I originally reviewed this as part of a set of stories in Pure Escapism, Volume One. I thought I'd repost my review here, in a slightly edited format for anyone who missed it. "Cahuac and the Sun," reminded me so much of Native American myths (although clearly not set in that milieu, at least not in this universe) that I could see Mr. Warwick writing a believable mythological background for a world of his own making. It was completely original, but with themes and elements so familiar that if one slipped it into a book containing hunter-gatherer or early agriculturist myths, not many would suspect it was not authentic myth.
  
• The Pit & The Merchant's Legacy on July 24, 2009
  
  I originally reviewed this as part of a set of stories in Pure Escapism, Volume One. I thought I'd repost my review here, in a slightly edited format for anyone who missed it. I just finsished reading "The Pit," the first story in the set. The author fully delivers on his promise of escapism, but if anything underestimates the quality of his writing. I decided to review each piece separately as I read them, because after starting the second, I realized that the author is able to seamlessley write in different styles and I want to digest each story individually. Well worth a read, and I hope more is forthcoming soon. This short serves as a nice introduction not only to an apparently bronze-age mythologically based world of the author's creation, but also of a race of Minotaur-like creatures who do far more than lurk in underground mazes waiting for helpless virgins to be delivered to them.
  
• The Bronze Man on July 24, 2009
  
  I originally reviewed this as part of a set of stories in Pure Escapism, Volume One. I thought I'd repost my review here, in a slightly edited format for anyone who missed it. "The Bronze Man," is the third story in the set. While it does contain a few minor editing errors in word useage and spelling, it is clear that the author has done his world creating homework. The characters remain stalwart, yet at the same time there are hints of depth in the cultures involved that may be revealed in later stories. The story quickly gets to the point, interweaving myth told as tales, probably told to later generations, with an actual account of the events from the perspective of those involved. Plenty of heroics and action. Another fun read.
  
• Smashwords Style Guide on Aug. 01, 2009
  
  After seeing the results of some books here that were not formatted using this guide, I am glad that I read this simple yet indispensible guide and use it for everything I have published so far. Underestimate the importance of this guide and it's instructions at your peril. OK, maybe not peril, but do what it says, please!
  
• Empire Under the Earth on Sep. 17, 2009
  
  This is the kind of stuff I've been waiting to have show up here since I joined! 50% sample...I sampled around 2% and knew I had to have the book. I absolutely love old cliffhanger/adventure fiction, and finding this new story is like realizing I missed a story by Edgar Rice Burroughs. I'll write another review after I finish the story, I'm just so jazzed I had to get something on here right away.
  
• Ghost Of The Black: A 'Verse Full Of Scum on Oct. 19, 2009
  
  I really liked how the futuristic setting took a back seat to the almost crime-noir story and character. It was like Micky Spillaine meets Bladerunner. I could actually go back and read some old hard-boiled detective fiction after this, but I'd have a feeling that this would still be more fun! A couple of places the author slipped into present tense language in the narration, and it took me a little out of the story, but only a little. This was a fun read and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for such.
  
• Fortunate Age on Nov. 03, 2009
  
  I almost missed the fact that it is an alternate history story, but I'm glad I looked over it twice and read the sample portion. No, I haven't read all 800+ pages yet, but I've read enough to know a well written story when I see one. It's not perfect, but in my opinion Miss Lanier is a real diamond in the rough (but not too rough at that). Not only has she created a plausible alternate world, but has also done an admirable job telling about it in a voice that wouldn't have been out of place in Victorian/Edwardian literature, no mean feat by any standards. Pay no attention that she is still in high school, or pay lots of attention because her future works will be ones to look for with relish. I'll get back to you in 750 pages...
  
• There Honour Lies on Nov. 04, 2009
  
  Slightly darker and definately more somber than other entries from the Pure Escapism series, this short story is a gritty yet poignant glimpse of a medieval battlefield and the cost of honor.
  
• The Door Into Fire on Feb. 04, 2010
  
  Well, as someone who has been reading science fiction and fantasy for over thirty years, I'm embarrassed that I missed this the first time around. I'm glad that Ms. Duane decided to try posting it here, and I hope that she will make more of her works available. I don't know how long, if ever, it would have taken me to find, much less read this book at a used bookstore. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who has been a bit disapointed in the quality of fantasy literature for the past decade.