RELATED CONTENT Become A Beta-Reader The Glass Dagger Map The Glass Dagger Blogs The Glass Dagger Deleted Scenes Coming Soon The Glass Dagger Sample Writing Coming Soon About The Author Meet The Cast Pronunciation Guide The Glass Dagger Prologue The Glass Dagger First 5 Chapters ✑When his lover is mysteriously kidnapped, a young blacksmith apprentice thrusts himself into a world of magik and intrigue to find her. Uncertainty lies around every corner, and people are not what they seem, so when he learns a sinister truth about her kidnapper—and what they have planned for the world—he must stop them before they condemn his world to a fate worse than death.✍︎ Read First Chapter & Prologue Here The Glass Dagger © RELATED CONTENT Become A Beta-Reader The Glass Dagger Map The Glass Dagger Blogs The Glass Dagger Deleted Scenes Coming Soon The Glass Dagger Sample Chapters Coming Soon About The Author Synopsis EPIC FANTASY | THRILLER | ROMANCE In the forsaken fishing village of Tyrwe, Kyl Eisele, a mute and illiterate blacksmith apprentice, yearns for more beyond his small and isolated village. But living in a village where perception defines your very existence, Kyl finds himself financially and socially bankrupt—overlooked, undervalued, and relegated to the shadows. So when he finds himself waking in the stables of the noble household he is supposed to be attending, he finds himself ill-prepared for the fateful meeting of Aelyria Moiral—Daughter Heir of said noble household, whose family is akin to royalty in Tyrwe. Feeling as though he’s been caught with his pants down, and with nothing to lose, Kyl strikes a bargain, beginning an unlikely friendship. But as their relationship deepens into an even unlikelier romance, Kyl finds himself enthralled by Aelyria’s intelligence and her tantalizing, potentially dangerous, secret. So when she is mysteriously kidnapped without a trace—his only clue a strange glass dagger of mystifying origin—Kyl sets off after her, swearing he will not rest until she is found. Meanwhile, from the dawn of human existence, in the realm of the divine where emotions are a foreign concept—an enigma best left to the mortal coil—one deity finds themselves inextricably drawn to the peculiarity of human life; captivated by the very emotions they, themself, cannot feel. As curiosity deepens into obsession, the ways of humans is too tantalizing to resist, and the deity finds themselves entangled within the lives of mortals, forever changing the trajectory of mortal-kind. But doing so draws the attention of a divine nemesis who views mortals as a blight. The perilous journey ahead will lead the apprentice to a destiny intertwined with divinity, uncover knowledge from a long dead ancient civilization, and befriend unlikely people: an enterprising young princess, a powerful shapeshifter, and a mysterious ship captain who harbors a secret that may just be the key to finding Aelyria. So as Kyl discovers the kidnappers’ actions are rooted in a millennia-old conflict that could threaten to end his world as he knows it, he must confront the limits of human mortality and the true power of the glass dagger. But where does Aelyria stand in it all? And can he save her, and his world, before it's too late? “The Glass Dagger” is a gripping fantasy adventure, rich with immersive world building, that weaves a tale of discovery, betrayal, self-acceptance, and the profound meaning behind the mortal condition and human mortality. Fans of The Stormlight Archive, The Wheel of Time, Earthsea, and Tolkien will enjoy this epic tale of battling gods and strength of the human heart. Meet The Cast *TEMPORARY CHARACTER ART Kyl Eisele PRONUNCIATION: KEEL AY-SEE-LEE Kyl is a deaf and selective mute. An exceptionally skilled blacksmith. His desire to leave his forgotten village holds him back from his true potential. Maybe then someone will love and accept him for who he is... Aelyria PRONUNCIATION: AY-LEER-EE-AH The daughter of the nobleman Serio Intelligent and stylish, she harbors a dangerous secret that could jeopardize her right to live. She desires Antero PRONUNCIATION: AHN-TEH-ROW A tradesman serving under the Irrian royalty. His loyalties are dubious at best, and nefarious at worst. Something odd lies a ship captain at the employ of Irria, Melora PRONUNCIATION: MEH-LOR-AH The owner of a dazzling and infectious smile--a smile that hides a dark secret about her past, one of pain and destruction--a natural leader and Antero's first mate. She seeks x and desires a better world for those she cares for Hailing from an Eretian province, Wil PRONUNCIATION: If you don't know how to pronounce this name... idk how to help you Wil her true name unknown and lost to the sands of time, the master navigator of Antero's ship, her mysterious past and a curse binds her, her desire to be free of it she will claw her way to her answer--even if that means the death of others Ricket PRONUNCIATION: RIH-KET Ricket A sickly boy who grew up beside Kyl, his desire to not have his ailments define who he is has him striving for more out of his life, and desires respect from others Raena PRONUNCIATION: RAY-NAH The Ash Bride, a mysterious and murderous rebel with the power of raw fire. Little is known about where she came from or where she is at any given moment. but one this is for sure, she wants the empire gone--at whatever cost she deems necessary. Other Notable Side Characters Phaetos Eisele PRONUNCIATION: FAY-TOHS AY-SEE-LEE Kyl is a deaf and selective mute. An exceptionally skilled blacksmith. His desire to leave his forgotten village holds him back from his true potential. Maybe then someone will love and accept him for who he is... Kasandra PRONUNCIATION: KAH-SAN-DRAH The Princess Kasandra of Ayvara. The daughter of two royal families. secrets run deep *A NOTE ALL ART ON THIS PAGE (SAVE FOR "THE GLASS DAGGER" MOCK-UP BOOK, WHICH I CREATED THROUGH CANVA) WAS FOUND ON PINTEREST AND/OR CANVA. I DO NOT CLAIM TO OWN ANY OF THE ARTWORK, NOR DO I CLAIM ANY COPYRIGHT. ALL RIGHTS DESERVEDLY GO THE RESPECTIVE ARTISTS. Want even more? Check out my World Anvil account to get even more detail on characters and world (don't worry, there wont be any story spoilers) World Map

DO YOU NEED HELP CREATING AN AWESOME AUTHOR WEBSTIE? OR HAVE YOU BEEN STRUGGLING TO IMPROVE YOUR OWN? Introducing The Author Website Creator Author Bair Klos WHY DO I NEED A WEBSITE? Whether you are traditionally published, self-published, or “not-yet-published," you need an Author Website! Socia l media platforms are a great start, BUT: You don’t own them, they come and go with trends, they could disappear any day (*ehem* glances at Twitter), and algorithms are making it harder and harder to get seen. Personally, I've learned that having a great Author Website (and a Newslett er through that website!) is the best and most effective way to: Create a central hub for your platform Show professionalism to others in the book-industry And convert book lovers and writers into committed and engaged fans! BUT GREAT WEBSITES NEED 3 THINGS... TIME, SKILL & MONEY And who has the patience and time to teach themselves coding, the skill to design functional layouts that work, or the money to pay someone sometimes thousands of dollars to hire someone to create a website for you? Am I right??? IT SHOULDN'T BE THIS HARD! LET ME TELL YOU A SECRET... IT DOESN'T HAVE TO BE HARD I’ve personally been creating websites for individuals with Wix for years now. So, when I started on this author journey, I did my research and used my skills to create THIS AUTHOR WEBSITE that started getting: And I didn't even have any books published yet! After sharing my results, I constantly get questions about how to create a great Author Website. And so, I decided to figure out how I could help as many authors as possible, no matter their web design skills, their budget, or their book-publication status! DO YOU WANT SIMILAR RESULTS? HOW WOULD YOU FEEL TO... Have a website that is beautiful, modern and professional that you are proud to show to readers and industry professionals? Have the help of a web designer (who is also a fellow author) guide you step by step & take all the guesswork and stress out of design, layout, and what to include? Let your website do the work for you to constantly bring in excited and loyal readers? LET ME HELP YOU! PICK THE OPTION THAT BEST DESCRIBES: "I don’t want to learn how to create a site myself. I rather tell you what I want & focus on my writing." Create It For Me! Gear "I already have an author website but I’d love your help improving it!" Suggest Improvements! HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? Don't Be a Stranger. Leave A Message. I'd love to hear from you! Contact Me

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Frequently Asked Questions WHEN DID YOU REALIZE YOU WANTED TO BE AN AUTHOR? I've always loved to write and tell stories, but I finally set my mind to becoming a author when I was fourteen years old. If you want to read more about my author journey, check out my "about" page. HOW DO YOU COME UP WITH YOUR STORY IDEAS?/WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR STORY IDEAS? It's a mix of things. I would say most of my story ideas come from old daydreams I used to have when I was kid, some are from my random and strange dreams I have, and others seem to pop into existance out of no where. I also love retelling my favorite stories and putting my own twist on them. IS "BAIR" YOUR REAL NAME OR IS A PEN NAME? Bair is my real name! My dad came up with it when I was a baby as he thought it better fit my personality. And no, my parent's did not realize the implication of "Bair Klos" (like bear claws) when they named me. ARE YOU AVAILBLE FOR CRITIQUE, AND OR BETA READING? At this point in time, my availability is rather limited. Should I have any time to help, I would love to beta read and give critiques. If you're wondering about my current availability, please contact me through my 'contact' page. CAN YOU READ MY MANUSCRIPT, AND OR FIRST CHAPTER AND GIVE ME ADVICE? My availability is rather limited. I cannot guarantee I can read a full manuscript, but a first chapter (depending on length) is something I am available to reading. As for writing advice, please see my blog. CAN YOU GIVE ME ADVICE ON HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH MY OWN NOVEL? Not yet! But I will be able to in the future, so hold tight! In the mean time, I recommend checking out Sacha Black and The Creative Penn as places to get started. CAN I INTERVIEW YOU ON MY BLOG, AND OR PODCAST? Sure, I'd be happy to interview on your blog or podcast, but will depend on my schedule. But do feel free to contact me with your request and link to your website. HOW CAN I BECOME YOUR BETA READER? First off, thank you so much for taking interest in my work and wanting to become a beta reader :') Second, you can go to "The Glass Dagger" book page and just below the mock-up book there is a link to a google form where you can sign-up specifically to beta-read The Glass Dagger. If you wish to beta-read a different story of mine, please sign-up to my newsletter to be notified for when I am seeking beta-readers for future projects ARE YOU ON SOCIAL MEDIA?/WHERE CAN I FIND YOU ON SOCIAL MEDIA? I am! If you go to my author about page you can find all my updated social media links. CAN'T FIND YOUR QUESTION? CONTACT ME HERE .

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Looking for an Audiobook Narrator? Currently Accepting New Work Planning to turn your novel into an audiobook? I work closely with authors, uploading chapters as I go, to produce an audiobook authors are as proud of as their physical book. BAIRKLOSVA@GMAIL.COM samp le audio Two Tired Writers Podcast Bair Klos 00:00 / 01:04 Track Name Artist Name 00:00 / 01:04 Track Name Artist Name 00:00 / 01:04 Track Name Artist Name 00:00 / 01:04 Track Name Artist Name 00:00 / 01:04 Track Name Artist Name 00:00 / 01:04 This is a new page, so while I work to upload audio samples, check out my podcast to hear more of my voice! Listen Now audiobook narr ator Being an audiobook narrator is a truly amazing and unique job! Being an author myself, I know first hand that books and stories deserve to be told in the audible version. This is where I and fellow voice actors come into play... We breathe life into the pages of books, stories, worlds, and characters alike so that a different audience may have it in a way they want it to be told. If you are looking to hire me for the production of your work, then please feel free to contact me! I'm always willing to have a chat and hopefully get to work with you. Should we work together, I also offer to work through Instagram if you'd like to help me with pronunciations. Want to become an audiobook narrator yourself? Check out: Voice Work Academy Voices.Com

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Introduction Introduction I Love You Two TELL Magazine Fall 2023 Edition Connection When his lover is mysteriously kidnapped, a young blacksmith apprentice thrusts himself into a world of magik and intrigue to find her. Uncertainty lies around every corner, and people are not what they seem, so when he learns a sinister truth about her kidnapper—and what they have planned for the world—he must stop them before they condemn his world to a fate worse than death. Synopsis EPIC FANTASY | THRILLER | ROMANCE In the forsaken fishing village of Tyrwe, Kyl Eisele, a mute and illiterate blacksmith apprentice, yearns for more beyond his small and isolated village. But living in a village where perception defines your very existence, Kyl finds himself financially and socially bankrupt—overlooked, undervalued, and relegated to the shadows. So when he finds himself waking in the stables of the noble household he is supposed to be attending, he finds himself ill-prepared for the fateful meeting of Aelyria—Daughter Heir of said noble household, whose family is akin to royalty in Tyrwe. Read Poetry RELATED CONTENT Matryoshka Poetry