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Sometimes You Need a DEMON to Fight Against the Darkness – Presenting “A Dance of Darklings and Demons”

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“While the Titans reigned in the heavens above Ard, Lilith ruled from Kehena below, thirsting for the blood of the innocent to satiate her desires. The Dark Lord sent the darklings out from the Tower of Ibris to devour the people in her name. The Titans asked the great god Atua to send help. He sent his acolyte, the Alchemage.” – From the Book of Ard

After nearly two years, I am finally able to announce upcoming release of my epic dark fantasy, A Dance of Darkling and Demons. I wrote this novel years ago, which I’ll get to in a moment, but due to things outside my control, it has been delayed. Finally, thanks to the dedicated work of Ravven White and Curious Corvid Publishing, its finally ready to release.

This book is a bit of a religious exploration for me. I was going through some personal issues involving God and other religious practices. My daughter converted to Norse Pagan and it hit me rather hard. I didn’t stop her, but I prayed she would find her way back to God. I wanted to reflect my own personal beliefs in my Lord and Savior, but as a fantasy writer, I needed to put it into a story. So, I used the concept behind one of my favorite Star Trek episodes to help tell my tale. Sounds strange, but hear me out.

The episode “Who Weeps for Adonais?” where a powerful being claiming to be the Greek god Apollo appears and demands that the crew of the Enterprise disembark onto his planet to worship him. I loved the idea of gods traveling across the stars, but I wanted to make them fantasy gods, not aliens, and I didn’t want to use Olympians. Instead, I used their parents, the Titans, as the central pantheon to my story. As for the one true God, I didn’t just want to use “God” or a name that we associate with God. Instead, I found the name Atua in the Maori language, which means God. In fact, a lot of the Maori traditions inspired the mythology behind this story, particularly with the Alchemages and their journey as warriors.

It was all starting to come together. This was a story about a world where the pantheon of Titans are worshiped by the people, yet one group of individuals worships who they call “the one true God,” Atua. They are persecuted as “demons” and “heretics” because of this belief. This religious persecution is the heart of my book, A Dance of Darkling and Demons.

When darkness enveloped Ard, the people cried out across the stars for help, and the Titans answered their prayers. The banished gods bestowed the glittering gift of magic to Humans, Elves, Animalian, and Nephilim alike. But the darklings, creatures of shadow and death, poured out like oil from the Obsidian Cliffs. These creatures, all gnashing teeth and shifting gloom, sought to devour the light of magic for themselves. As armies faltered and hope dimmed to a dying ember, the Titans themselves knelt in supplication before the great god Atua for help. He opened his hands and sent his most powerful weapon—the Alchemage.

These shadow hunters wielded not just magic, but the ether itself through alchemy, forging spells in crucibles of will and turning base elements into devastating power. But their victories were pyrrhic, paid for by their own souls. The very people they saved recoiled from them, branding them heretics and demons for turning away from the Titans. For a thousand years, this war of attrition ground on, a slow bleed against the world’s edge.

Canaan Treyhawke bled at the front lines beneath the Obsidian Mountains and lost his leg to war, but he fought on. He walks the grime-slicked streets of Perdition’s Point, a shadow hunter protecting a city that whispers “heretic” as he passes by. Canaan fights for his sister’s smile and the quiet safety of the woman he loves, and for a city that curses his name even as he strives to protect it. And now, he finds himself in the heart of a conspiracy that threatens to unravel the very fabric of Ard.

A shadow tamer—a mortal man twisted by his allegiance to the sinister Tower of Ibris—was on the hunt for the Progenitor. With this chaos tightening around him like a noose, Canaan must journey from the gilded spires of Signus Prime to the rain-slicked streets of the capital city of Adolphus. He must unmask the shadow tamer and sever this new threat before the darkness consumes everything.

The other thing I want to mention is the title, A Dance of Darkling and Demons. I know it sounds a little strange but to be honest, it’s exactly what I wanted. I thought an alliteration, the repetition of words, flowed so beautifully. The cover itself shows the deep religious undertones of the story, showing stained glass panels representing the four races of Ard—humans, elves, animalia, and the Nephilim. The center shows the dark goddess, Lilith, being captured and sent to the depths of Kehena by the Eye of Kronos. It shows the heart of the book in this vibrant cover. Plus, the interior art by Dennis Saputra really captures the essence of the Darkling monsters.

I want to once again thank Ravven White and Curious Corvid Publishing for bringing my book across the finish line to publication. A Dance of Darkling and Demons will release on November 3.

Literary Titan reviews A MAKER OF MAGIC

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With a month to go until the release of A Maker of Magic, I received some great news from Literary Titan. They gave me the first editorial review of my new dark fantasy tale, and FIVE STARS, no less. I appreciate having my work independently reviewed and getting such praise from Literary Titan gives me the confidence as an independent author.

A Maker of Magic by Mark Piggott is an expansive military fantasy built around Levi Richter, a rare Enchanter who can create spells and magical weapons but struggles to cast magic conventionally. Alongside Danielle Nichols, the formidable Blademancer known as the Sword of the Lawgiver, Levi grows from a gifted student into an inventor, soldier, nobleman, and possible fulfillment of an ancient prophecy. The long war between Engressia and the undead Ebon Abyss gives the story its scale, while Levi’s loyalty to his family gives it a clear emotional center. At heart, it’s a heroic adventure about turning an unusual talent into a source of strength.

A Maker of Magic is a bighearted and action-heavy fantasy for readers who like detailed combat, magical craftsmanship, loyal companions, bold romance, and heroes willing to carry enormous responsibilities. Levi’s progression from underestimated Enchanter to genuine force of change is satisfying because his victories grow from curiosity, preparation, and devotion to others. The final revelation also casts the apparent triumph in a more complicated light and opens an intriguing path beyond this volume. It’s an energetic tale with the confident sweep of a saga that has more story left to tell.

You can read the entire review at Literary Titan or listen to it on their Spotify podcast. Honestly, listening to the review on a podcast gives the book a whole new meaning. Plus, check out the Author Interview I did with Literary Titan to promote my new release. A Maker of Magic is available for preorder on Amazon. The dark fantasy releases on October 28.

The story behind A MAKER OF MAGIC is one of grief and love that consumed me

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A Maker of Magic by award-winning author Mark Piggott and Franklin Publishers.

My new dark fantasy, A Maker of Magic, was one of grief, sorrow, and love. I understand that may sound a little strange, but that’s why I wanted to explain how I came to write this story. It was rather spontaneous and came together in about three months.

In December of 2024, I had just returned from a Christmas vacation in Quebec, Canada. As my wife and I prepared for Christmas Day with our kids, I received a phone call from my brother. My father collapsed and was admitted to the hospital. He might not have long. I immediately jumped in my car and drove from Virginia to my hometown of Phillipsburg, New Jersey. On the drive, the song Scars in Heaven by Casting Crowns came on the radio. I couldn’t stop crying. I knew this was the last time I would see my Dad.

He died on Christmas Eve at the age of 88. My dad was a Marine Corps veteran, serving 22 years in the Corps including two tours in Vietnam. He was one of the reasons I joined the Navy, or rather he pushed me into it since college didn’t work out for me. He forged the man I am today.

For the next three months, I traveled between Virginia and New Jersey to help my brother with funeral arrangements, helping take care of my mother, and getting things settled. At night, I sat in that empty house I grew up in and listened to the whispers lingering there. It felt so different, sitting there in the quiet. The only sound echoing through the house was the TV in my Mom’s room as she sat quietly alone. It was a cold emptiness and that void filled me with grief.

I remembered my life growing up there. I was a big fan of the old horror movies, the Universal monsters. I used to build these models of Dracula, the Wolfman, and others that had these “glow in the dark” features. As I recalled these pieces of my past, a story filled that empty void. A story of love, of family, fighting against a dark and terrible enemy. I opened my laptop and began writing. That was the start of A Maker of Magic.

As a writer, we always put part of our soul into each story. The grief, sorrow, and love I was feeling at that moment seemingly supercharged my imagination and this story just flowed out of me. I never even thought about anything like this before. It just came to me, and in those three months, I wrote this entire book. It was about love, about family, good vs. evil, and service to your nation. These are all things my father instilled in me and so I can honestly say he is a big part of this story.

Although the story centers around the Blademancer and the Enchanter, Levi Richter and Danielle Nichols, it was Levi’s father, Jurgen, that centered the story for me. In Jurgen, I emulated my father: his strength, authority, love, and leadership. I put my father into the heart of the story as Levi’s guiding light. As I wrote those pages, it was as if my father was guiding me through it all.

I can honestly say that, my Dad and I were polar opposites. I liked fantasy and he loved westerns. He never really understood my quirkiness in my love of fantasy and science fiction, but when I joined the Navy and rose through the ranks, we connected more and more. I wanted to gain my father’s approval in everything I did. I think that, through this book, I finally have.

My mother didn’t last long after my father. She died about a year later. She never got to see this book completed, but I knew she would like it. The book is dedicated to both my Mom and Dad.

A Maker of Magic is something that sits deep in my heart and soul. It’s such a beautiful and powerful story, but to me, it means so much more. It’s my way of saying “thank you” to the parents that raised me. In life, and in death, they’re still with me.

Can You Hear the Cry of the DEMON SONG?

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Return to Attlain in the next chapter of the award-winning fantasy/steampunk series, The Last Magus: Demon Song. The saga of Marcus Gideon, the Last Magus of Attlain, continues to span this dystopia of magic and machines.

Marcus Gideon, the LAST MAGUS of Attlain, has chosen his own path. Haunted by memories he cannot fully recall, Gideon is set on protecting his wife, Wren, and his son, Henri, using the strength of the Silver Moon Guild. For five years, they have tracked down the Magus’ stolen weapons across Attlain, pursuing the deadly assassins of Ishtar. Now, at the edge of the Iron Wasteland, Gideon faces a new and even greater threat to everything he loves dear.

In the haunted ruins of Nyx, the demon sorceress Vasileesa Morozov has found a way to escape the cursed island and plans to release a new demon horde. Nyx was once the center of civilization, but centuries ago, the Demon Spire erupted from its heart, spreading corruption and turning the city into a place of nightmares. The Demon Spire is not just a monument; it connects the demonic realm to the mortal world and gives power to those who seek its dark magic. Now that the demons are free from their prison, all of Attlain faces their relentless hunger.

Gideon and the Silver Moon Guild race across Attlain to discover the sorceress’s plans to create a new Demon Spire and bring chaos to the world. As they get closer to the truth, they uncover secrets that put Gideon’s family in grave danger and threaten to erase the legacy of the LAST MAGUS. Everything Gideon has fought for, including his own life, is at risk.

Check back for links to purchase the third book in the series. Catch up on the entire story in The Last Magus: A Clockwork Heart and The Last Magus: Dragonfire and Steel before you dive into The Last Magus: Demon Song. Special thanks to Anna-Lena Spies for another great book cover and Melissa Matthews for the interior art.

Step into Steampunk this Summer

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As we turn the corner from Spring to Summer, you can find me at two different steampunk festivals this summer. These are great family-friendly events where you can dive into the world of gears and goggles, airships and steam. If you’ve ever been curious about the steampunk way of life, stop by to check out the fun and activities at these East Coast festivals.

First up is the Steampunk Alchemy Fest on Saturday, June 6, from 10am to 7pm, at Vasa Park, Budd Lake, NJ. Steampunk Alchemy Fest is a unique summer festival event that celebrates the creativity, innovation, immersion, diversity, and inclusivity. It brings together enthusiasts and creators to showcase unique and imaginative designs, art, fashion, and music steampunk and fantasy inspired. The festival offers a platform for people to immerse themselves in a world of retro-futuristic aesthetics and Victorian-era industrial design and the magical trappings of fantasy.

Steampunk Alchemy Fest aims to promote a unique atmosphere and values associated with steampunk and fantasy culture. It also values creative fun, unique musical exploration, and inclusivity. Tickets are available at SteampunkAlchemyFest.com.

The Key City Steampunk Convention is the yearly gathering of Steampunk enthusiasts, August 7-9, in Gettysburg, PA. Beginning in 2016 in Frederick, Maryland, the convention has continued to grow and evolve into one of the most prominent events on the East Coast, and with attendees traveling from far and wide to join in the festivities.

Currently hosted at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel and Convention Center in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the event continues to feature award winning makers and panels, vetted and unique vendors, workshops, and most importantly, the opportunity for those in the community to interact and share their love of all things Steampunk. 2026 promises to continue this tradition, as well as continuing to strike out into new and exciting avenues for our attendees to explore and interact with each other and the event. 

This year’s theme is “Worlds of Tomorrow.” Think Metropolis, The Rocketeer, Air Ships. A Place where high technology and high fashion come together in a gleaming city of marvels and wonder. Regardless of the theme, there are some things you will always find here at the Key City Steampunk Convention. All ticket types can be purchased online until August 6. Daily and Weekend Passes will be available at the door during the event. VIP passes must be purchased online prior to the Event. Visit KeyCitySteampunk.com for information and tickets.

You can find me and all my fantasy and steampunk books at both conventions, along with my new releases coming this Summer, The Last Magus Demon Song and A Maker of Magic. Stop by my table to get a signed copy of these new books as well as my other award-winning novels. I hope to see you there!

Book Review: Broken Wings by Miloa Scape is my kind of steampunk fantasy

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Right off the bat, I want to put out a disclaimer that I do for all my fellow indie authors. WE ARE A COMMUNITY AND WE SUPPORT EACH OTHER! That means we read each other’s books, offer advice and critique when needed, and help with promotion and anything else. We are a community because we’ve all been through the same ringer. I am a reader, editor, and reviewer for all my fellow indie authors and they only need to reach out to me for my help and support.

Broken Wings is my first book from indie author Miloa Scape and after reading it, I definitely want to read more of her “Enchanting Skies” Series. I am an avid reader and writer of steampunk and fantasy so this book was right up my alley. I dove into this story, not knowing the lore, the world it was set in, nor the basis of the power of magineering but it makes me want to know MORE!

It has all the stylings of a good steampunk environment with clockwork mechanics and devices in everyday use, from the clockwork music box to the pneumatic messenger tube to the trolley, these evoked visions of a world of a simpler time. The magineering blends flawless into the mechanics of the world in a brilliant way to build conflict as one side refuse to combine science with magic. It’s classic and used here with the military as a foil to bring even more terrifying undertones.

Then there’s the connection between the father and daughter, between Alistair and Marty. Never were two people so far apart and yet so close. I breaks your heart to see a little girl have to grow up so quickly in order to save herself while keeping an eye out for her father, the general who wants to capture her, and looking for a long lost mother. It’s a lot to take in. Like I said, this story makes you want to read more of this series and I definitely will be. Miloa has intrigued me into diving into the world of the Enchanted Skies and I am definitely a fan.

When a city begins to fall, the truth rises.

On her tenth birthday, Marty Oakley expects comfort and celebration, not a city tearing itself apart. As Velarisca trembles and steam-powered defenses spiral out of control, Marty flees through chaos with her father, only to discover he is not who she believed him to be.

With the city collapsing around them, long-buried secrets surface and a hidden legacy awakens. Caught in a conspiracy stretching from the depths below to the skies above, Marty must face truths no child should ever carry, or lose everything she loves.

Broken Wings is a heartfelt steampunk fantasy prequel filled with wonder, danger, and unexpected adventure.

Miloa Scape is a speculative fiction author who has been making up stories for as long as she’s been allowed to sit quietly without attracting attention. She writes whimsical, cozy-epic tales that gleefully mash together fantasy, science fiction, and steampunk, with a deep love for found family and the unexpected twist.
Backed by an engineering brain and years of gaming experience, Miloa builds immersive worlds that balance structure and wonder, where gears turn, wings take flight, and nothing behaves quite the way you expect. Her stories are known for their imaginative scope, cinematic flair, and gentle emotional sucker punches.
When she’s not writing, Miloa is supervised by her three dogs, Sally, Joy, and Skye. Her best work happens late at night with instrumental music, a cup of red tea, and absolutely no daylight involved.
Her debut project, Broken Wings, marks the beginning of a much larger adventure.

Two weeks to my first 2026 book festivals

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Two upcoming book festivals in March: the Williamsburg Book Festival on March 7 and the Suffolk Authors Festival on March 14.

“It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold.” — Charles Dickens

March is roaring in for Indie Authors in the state of Virginia with two book festivals to kick off springtime. I’ll be heading down to Hampton Roads for these two events with all my award-winning fantasy and steampunk books in tow, available for new readers. From the shores of Forever Avalon to the halls of Camelot Cove with Gwen Iver, into the magical dystopia of The Last Magus, and flying through the skies with Corsair and the Sky Pirates, you’ll find your next adventure within the pages of my books.

Williamsburg is where history and literature intersect. The town’s charming colonial ambiance provides the perfect backdrop for the Festival. Experience an energizing event in a place that inspires creativity and honors tradition. At the Williamsburg Book Festival, our mission is to celebrate and support the art of literary composition while connecting authors with the reading public. Join us on March 7th for our annual family-friendly event that brings together a dynamic mix of authors, poets, speakers, illustrators, and publishers from Virginia and beyond. The 2026 festival will be held from 10 am to 4 pm at the William & Mary School of Education, offering a full day of literary discovery and connection. Visit www.williamsburgbookfestival.org for more information.

The 12th Annual Suffolk Virginia Authors Festival will take place at the Suffolk Conference Center at the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront (100 E Constance Road, Suffolk, Virginia) ​on ​Saturday, March 14, from 1-4pm! Whether you are an avid or casual reader, aspiring writer, or published author, you will find something entertaining and intriguing at the Suffolk Authors Festival. This one-day FREE festival showcases best-selling authors from all featured genres. Highlights of the event include author meet-and-greets, book signings, panel discussions, and sales. Visit suffolkvaauthorsfestival.com for a list of featured authors, festival headerliner, activities, and more.

This is just the start of my 2026 event season. Visit my Events page to check out all my upcoming events, including the new steampunk festivals I’ll be attending this year. It’s going to be a great year with some new books heading your way. Stay tuned!

A new fantasy story coming soon that came out of a moment of grief and sorrow

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“A Maker of Magic” by Mark Piggott (from Franklin Publishers)

So, I have a new fantasy story coming out this spring, but there’s a bit of a back story I want to share first before I tell you more about the book. It all began about two years ago, in December of 2024. I just got back from my vacation in Quebec, Canada. It was Christmas Eve, and I got a phone call from my brother. My Dad was in the hospital and he was not breathing on his own. I needed to get home to New Jersey ASAP. I drove from Alexandria, VA, to Phillipsburg, NJ, as fast as I could. Although it was Christmas Eve it was not a night of joy or celebration for me. Before the night was over, my father passed away. He was 88 years old.

For the next four months, I spent every other week traveling between Virginia and New Jersey, dealing with funeral arrangements, taking care of my mother, planning for her future care, etc. So, I was teleworking with my regular job during the day and spending my nights doing what any writer would do when sitting in a big empty house filled with memories, pain, sorrow, and guilt from more than fifty years of family life. I sat down at the kitchen table with my laptop and I started writing. I poured the emotions of those months into a story that had started to form into my head. I don’t know if it came from all the grief I was feeling or perhaps from the love of my family supporting me in that moment. I can honestly tell you there was a lot going on at that time, so it was probably a little of both. Needless to say, I poured my heart and soul into this book.

I don’t want to go into the story just yet. However, I can tell you that a major character in this novel was the father, and I think I saw a lot of my own father in the father figure within this story. My Dad was a U.S. Marine, serving two tours in Vietnam, raising a family, including his two sons who both served in the military (my brother was a Marine, and I served in the Navy). The father in my novel was a former military officer too, teaching his sons how to be soldiers in a time of war. He did it by example, through leadership, strength, love, discipline and hands-on training to make his sons better than him. I wanted to instill that same feeling I got from my father into these characters.

But behind it all, there is also a love story. This is a deep, soul-searching love that transcends time, distance, and separation. This part of the story imitated the many years I spent apart from my wife on deployment with the Navy. I think we spent more time away than together in our first ten years of marriage, and yet we’re still together after over forty years. We share a bond that’s so deep that a simple touch, a song, or a picture brings us together even though we’re miles apart. I also think of my parents, who were married for over sixty five years but spent time apart in overseas deployments, too. That kind of love is rare to carry on for so long. Its the inspiration I found to fill within the pages of my story.

The same goes for the villains behind the scenes. I normally use the standard fantasy trope villains in evil wizards, devious nobles, demons, goblins, etc., in my stories. You know, the regular fantasy villains you’ll find in any D&D campaign. However, this was my first time dipping my toe into a darker vibe, a more horror themed villain. I wanted to really dive into the darkness within my soul, maybe because I was in such a dark place when I wrote this story, so much so that I dipped into the shadows with vampires, ghouls, zombies, and other creatures of the night. These were the monsters of my childhood that haunted me, the ones my father was always there to protect me from. I think that’s why I chose them as the monsters of this story. It’s full blood and gore, something I’ve never done before but it seemed necessary for this story. I felt a lot of despair and loss and I wanted to evoke that in this story.

I don’t want to go into much more detail about the story just yet, except for the teaser image from the cover of the two MCs, the Blademancer and the Enchanter. Sorry, no more spoilers, not yet. A Maker of Magic, coming soon from Franklin Publishers, so stay tuned here for more information! I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

Being an independent author in 2026 compared to 2009 is no walk in the park

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You wouldn’t know it by looking at me, but my first book was published in 2009, and it looks nothing like it does today. Forever Avalon was published by James A. Rock Publishing in 2009. They were a vanity press (I didn’t know better at the time, so sue me) that actually went out of business a few years later. At the time, I was just excited to be a published author. My first book signing was at a Borders Books (yes, and they’re another company that went out of business, no coincidence there), and most of the books I sold that day went to family and friends. It was surreal at the time, and as I look at that picture, I have to wonder if I knew what the future held for me.

It’s been fifteen years, and in that time I’ve published 1o books, five self-published, five with Curious Corvid Publishing, with more to come. It’s been a roller coaster of money spent, money earned (more spent than earned), and running from event to festival to convention to try to make a name for myself. It’s one thing when you’re 48 years old (like I was in this picture), but I’m 63 this year. That’s a big difference.

I honestly don’t think you are ever prepared for magnitude of everything involved, from hiring editors, artists, beta readers and marketing experts along the way. Then there’s all the supplies needed, from bookmarks, signs, table runners, canopies (for outdoor events) as well as ensuring you have enough books from one event to the next. Finding those events year to year is another task that has grown in volume. I have to admit, the growth of the internet has made my life easier. I mean, in 2009, social media was still at its infancy. I didn’t start this website until around 2014. Everything has exploded for independent authors since then.

If I were already retired and able to do my “indie author” gig full-time, but that’s not the case. I’m still a few years away from that. If one of my books takes off, that might change things, but for now, I just keep plugging away. I have cut back on some of my events, focusing more on book festivals and steampunk/fantasy conventions instead of the larger comic/anime conventions that are too broad for indie authors like me. Additionally, thanks to my involvement with the Northern Virginia Writers Club, I’ve been able to get into bookstores in the DMV through the organization’s contacts. It makes it easier for an indie author trying to get a foot in the door at major book stores like Barnes & Noble. Check out my Events page for a complete listing of my 2026 book signings, festivals, and conventions.

Honestly, there is no big learning curve. I think every indie author needs to go through this to get their feet wet and understand the system so they know what to expect. It’s not easy being an independent author. There is no multi-million dollar contract, signing bonus, or living off your royalties like Stephen King. When you look at the history of authors and how they started, we’re in good company (in the long run). Let’s just see how it goes.

Kirkus Book Review of Corsair says “a diverting SF romp with touchpoints of Victorian/Edwardian history!”

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I got a couple of early Christmas gifts this week. First, the government shutdown ended so I am back to work in my regular full time job (yeah!) although I did take that time to really focus on my writing (more to come on that later). Second, Kirkus Reviews provided a top level book review of my steampunk historical fiction Corsair and the Sky Pirates. Kirkus Reviews is an American book review magazine founded in 1933 by Virginia Kirkus. The magazine’s publisher, Kirkus Media, is headquartered in New York City. Kirkus Reviews confers the annual Kirkus Prize to authors of fiction, nonfiction, and young readers’ literature.

I appreciate honest reviews that focuses on the story, not every little technical aspect that some reviewers nitpick at. It means they really took the time to read my book and understand what I was trying to convey in my story.

“The author envisions an epochal meeting in the late 19th century between visionary author Jules Verne and young inventor Nikola Tesla to pool their ideas and create mechanistic miracles made possible by an alien element (“Uriel”) found in fragments shed by a passing comet that provides a seemingly inexhaustible power source. Now, in 1907, a transformed Earth’s skies are crisscrossed by airships, and there are steam-power-armored warriors, cybernetic limbs, punch-card “Thinking Machines,” and other steam- and battery-based technological wonders. The ruthless and amoral Thomas Edison leads a cabal of industrial elites who want to rule the world absolutely—and possibly incite a global Great War between Germany, Britain, and France to bring this about. Opposing them are Tesla’s “Vernians,” among them a flying fleet of rogues tagged as “pirates” (though a Robin Hood comparison is more apt).”

Kirkus Review of Corsair and the Sky Pirates, Published November 17, 2026

You can read the entire book review online at Kirkus Reviews. Corsair and the Sky Pirates is available online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and at Curious Corvid Publishing online shop. Remember, give the gift of steampunk this holiday season!