Storytellers (Storytellers Saga) [Kindle Edition]

Martin C Sharlow (Author)

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Product Description

Product description: Fantasy author Martin Sharlow starts a new series here with book one. He shows us a land of magic, where casters summon stories from works of fiction then use these story constructs for work, or for battle.

Thousands of years ago, the great Sage Montok Waynew signed the Book Accords, in which it was declared that all books must edify and instruct for the good of all mankind. Created in the hope to end the tyranny that had come into existence in their time, it was widely received and ratified by all living Sages as a good thing in the wake of the last great Story wars. So it went, that those books that were not found desirable were burned or destroyed, to protect all future generations.
Gailen, Alena and Targ find this peace is about to end. In a world where Sages can summon stories to life to do their bidding, these three apprentices must find where they belong, when the laws of the past seem to no longer exist.

Storytellers: Apprentice, is a 72,000 word count Young Adult Fantasy, which combines myth and legend with popular fantasy and a unique magic system. It is the first of a three part trilogy. That sets up future books and introduces the reader to the power of stories, and how they can be used for good and bad.


Review:

Who doesn't love a good story? Sharlow's Story Tellers is an intriguing book of fiction and fantasy. Story Tellers is brought to life by the excellent prose, engaging characters, magical plot, and overall fine writing.

Perhaps one of the best fantasy novels I have viewed in quite some time, we hear the story of three heroes, magical creations through the use of stories, and self-discovery. A highly recommended, delightful read of its genre. -----The Book Shelf

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 408 KB
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B0031ER0XM
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #262,601 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

More About the Author

I'm a single dad with three children all of them above the age of 18. I've been writing on and off for years, but I didn't start to actually write seriously until the summer of 2009. My air conditioner wasn't working to well on a very hot day, so i went out to a McDonald's to cool off. I brought an old story i had been playing around with to pass the time while I waited for things to cool. I cant remember if I completed a chapter or not, but it felt so calming to write that I came back the next day and did again, and so it went till Storytellers was done.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!, July 2, 2010

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Bella Marie (Vancouver, WA United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Storytellers (Storytellers Saga) (Kindle Edition)

I loved this story! The author does an exceptional job with descriptions of the characters and the world they live in. I love the idea of the stories coming to life to assist the tellers. It brings back memories of when I was a child when stories were read to me that were so vivid that I felt as though I was in the story. This story does the same thing for me.

The characters are well defined and as they go through their adventures it is easy to picture what is going on. It has humor that works well making the reader laugh out loud. It is a very creative story. It was exceptionally hard for me to put down. I can honestly see this story one day in movie form!

You will not be disappointed in purchasing this story, I highly recommend it!!

Storytellers: Adept (Storytellers Saga)Fallen Blood

11 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Fantasy Hits the Market and Rocks It, February 5, 2010

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Nancy Elizabeth Zahzam "Nancy Elizabeth" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Storytellers (Storytellers Saga) (Kindle Edition)

Your first chapter was one of the hottest openings I've read. Intense. This author knows how to write to his market, beginning with the character of Brighton. He's a typical year old in many ways - not into the wedding a bit, would rather get lost in his book (or today, his video game), but we quickly learn there's much more to this child. I enjoyed the fascinating turn - quite a surprise - that a first-born son was a bad omen. So, the boy had the cards stacked against him at birth. Then his drunken father died the same night. Not a good beginning for a kid, but his mother did seem to care for him. I'm into his psyche at that point, and find it no leap to believe how angry he is that she's remarrying, and this is his reason to boycott the wedding.

The Storyteller, Eleman, is a classic and wonderful character. I love that he doesn't consider his gift magical. It's just what he does, no different from Bright's mom who weaves beautiful cloth. Bright wants to be like him, but cannot be tested for a year. The insights into the "rules" of the storyteller is fascinating, especially that humans can not be harmed. Then we see a darker side to the young boy. Again, no leap in belief there, and hardly one could have a leap in judgment, either. He's just a little kid.

Bedlam breaks out - and this scene is rich with action and aparent victory. It's short-lived however...I literally gasped (and I never gasp at anything).

To this brilliant story of vivid colors, a magical setting, and endless intrigues. Fantasy storytelling at it's best.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Stirring Reminder Of The Transformative Power Of Words, June 22, 2010

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Apex Reviews (Durham, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Storytellers (Storytellers Saga) (Kindle Edition)

Thousands of years ago, in the wake of the great Story Wars, the great Sage Montok Waynew signed the Book Accords, thereby decreeing that all books be required to edify all of mankind. By doing so, it was the hope of the Sages to eradicate the crippling tyranny that had come to suppress the spirit of freedom and enlightenment worldwide. As a result of the new Accords, all books found to be undesirable were subsequently destroyed - lest they hinder the growth and development of future generations; however, in an age when the laws and traditions of old began to carry less and less weight, it was up to three brave young apprentices to restore peace, harmony, and understanding before the darkness of oppression reared its ugly head once more...

Combining taut action with an intriguing central storyline, Storytellers is an engaging, imaginative fantasy thriller. Ostensibly crafted for younger readers, author Martin Sharlow's engaging tale of ancient myth and legend holds a salient appeal for all fans of quality literature - regardless of age. How is this possible? By keeping true to the spirit of its title; Sharlow's own commendable storytelling does much to bolster the key premise of the story: to illustrate the power of words as they connect to create stories with the ability to shape and mold us in ways we can hardly imagine.

The solid debut of what promises to be a thrilling new trilogy, Storytellers is a vivid reminder of the striking beauty - and portentous danger - of language. A recommended read.

Chelsea Perry

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