Introduction Introduction 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 Inspiration Behind The Idea About The Author Blurb 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 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. See More Projects World Map TGD Map

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Upcoming Debut! EPIC FANTASY | THRILLER | ROMANCE 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. learn more Who Is ? Bair Klos was born in spring of 2001 in Boston, Massachusetts. Before she could write her ABC's, Bair has been a storyteller. Her earliest memories of storytelling are from when she would sneak into her mother's purse and drawing in the empty pages of her mother's notebooks—usually consisting of mermaids, dinosaurs, and beloved movie characters. About Me Current Projects EPIC FANTASY | THRILLER | ROMANCE 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. learn more Explore The World Of Ouranos Dive into the colorful world of Ouranos and meet cultures of distant, foreign lands, discover rich historied religions, and towns and cities filled with people of intrigue and mystery. The Glass Dagger Learn More. Storm Born More info to come. From Under The Willow Tree More info to come. The False Queen More info to come. The Ash Bride Series More info to come. LISTEN NOW WHERE YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS Writing Podcast Join Kimberly D. Herbstritt and Bair Klos as they host the Two Tired Writers Podcast. Listeners are encouraged to 'write-along' and hit their word count for the day. Each episode we respond to a prompt of either our choosing or yours, the listeners. Currently the Two Tired Writers Podcast is on hold until further notice. But the past episodes are available to listen to on anywhere you get podcasts. Learn More Featured Blog Posts 此語言尚未有已發佈之文章 文章發佈後將於此處顯示。 MEET BAIR about me Bair Klos is a New Adult, fantasy author, podcaster , blogger , and avid worldbuilder from Boston. GET SOCIAL CATEGORIES Writing Blog Recently Read Writer Resources Recommended Reads BOOKWYRM MERCH & GIFT SHOP Join the Bookwyrm Club! Shop merch for the caffeine-addicted reader or writer in your life Shop The Hoard

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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

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